The D. C. Council moved closer to making youth curfews permanent after eight members voted in favor during a recent meeting. If approved again in May, the rule would go into effect later this year but still needs approval from Congress. Not everyone agrees with the idea. Some council members pointed
In 1998, a tragic event shook a Denver family when a four-month-old baby died shortly after being rushed to the hospital. Stephen Martinez, who had been living with the baby’s mother, called 911 claiming the infant was choking. Police later arrested him after he admitted to shaking the baby and stri
Trump rolled out another blockade recently—this time against Iran. It wasn’t totally out of left field. The U. S. has tried the same playbook before, squeezing Venezuela and Cuba. Now Iran is in the crosshairs. But ironing out Iran won’t be a quick win. The real spark? The Strait of Hormuz. Before
South Park Estates in Midtown was once a rare spot where working families could own their homes. But after the city changed the rules in 2021, rents jumped nearly 50% in just a few years. What used to be a tight-knit community of 66 families is now down to just 35. The reason? Officials allowed a de
Prom night and graduation season are exciting times for high schoolers, filled with celebrations and memorable moments. But these events can turn tragic when alcohol and cars mix. In one sad case, a 17-year-old driver lost control after drinking at a party and crashed, taking a life. The investigati
Two staff members from Morris Community High School walked away with top honors at a major Illinois education event. Andrea Gustafson, an English and drama teacher with 22 years under her belt, and Tyla Ledvina, a principal’s assistant with 19 years of service, each received the Award of Special Rec
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is about to close for two years starting this summer, and the public is getting its first real look at why. Officials claim the renovations are long overdue, pointing to crumbling infrastructure like broken cooling systems and rusted support beams.
A struggling airline known for its bright planes and rock-bottom fares could get a government rescue package. Officials are close to approving up to half a billion dollars in loans for Spirit Airlines, but in return they’ll receive warrants that give them a potential ownership stake. This deal follo
A well-known political planner recently suggested the Democratic Party should quietly reshape America’s government if they gain full control in 2028. His plan? Add two new states and expand the Supreme Court, all without public debate. This idea seems to ignore a basic rule in democracy: big changes
Studies show that taking deep breaths can lower stress, help the heart, improve sleep, and even lift mood. One recent paper in a medical journal examined how breathing exercises helped people recover from COVID‑19, finding that the practice was more than just a way to relax. Another study compared b
