Dusty Donaldson, a mother from High Point, North Carolina, received a life-altering phone call in 2005. She was pursuing her MBA when her doctor asked her to come in immediately, bringing her husband along. She knew instantly what the news would be: cancer. Initially, Donaldson had visited her doct
Elections are a big deal, and campaigns use lots of banners and posters to get their message out. But what happens to all that stuff after the votes are cast? It turns out, these campaign materials might be a sneaky source of microplastic pollution. Scientists gathered some campaign banners and a p
In Gaza, a serious problem is stopping crucial health supplies from reaching children. UNICEF, the organization helping kids in need, says Israel is not allowing important items like syringes and baby formula bottles to enter Gaza. These items are stuck in customs, even though they are urgently need
A Texas megachurch is making waves in the political arena with a unique training program for Christian candidates. Mercy Culture, based in Fort Worth, has launched Campaign University, an online course designed to prepare Christians for roles in local and national government. The course, led by Texa
In a bold move, Elise Stefanik, a prominent Republican figure and close ally of former President Donald Trump, has announced her candidacy for New York's governorship in 2026. This sets the stage for a high-stakes battle against the current Democratic Governor, Kathy Hochul. Stefanik, known for her
Elise Stefanik, a well-known Republican figure in New York, has officially announced her bid for governor in 2026. This move sets the stage for a potential face-off against current Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul. Stefanik, known for her strong support of former President Donald Trump, has been voc
The mayor of Quincy, Massachusetts, Thomas Koch, is in hot water again. This time, it's because he accepted illegal campaign donations. State regulators found that Koch's campaign took money from corporations and anonymous donors, which is against the law. To settle the issue, Koch's campaign paid
Oregon is making big changes to how money flows in politics. Starting in 2027, new rules will limit how much people can give to candidates running for statewide offices. The cap is set at $3, 300 per person for each election cycle. These changes come from a law passed in 2024, known as House Bill 40
The San Diego Padres have made a bold move by hiring Craig Stammen as their new manager. This choice is unexpected, as Stammen is not a well-known figure among baseball fans. However, he is highly respected within the game, especially by those who have worked closely with him. Stammen, who spent si
Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch is in hot water. He's been hit with a $55, 000 fine for breaking campaign finance rules. The state found that his campaign team messed up big time. They took money from the wrong sources and didn't keep good records. The state's Office of Campaign and Political Finance (OCP
