In a surprising turn of events, the current mayor managed to gather an unlikely mix of supporters that pushed her into the November runoff race. The coalition included workers’ unions, business leaders, the local Democratic Party, and groups advocating for immigrant rights. Even though these f
Andrés Manuel López Obrador, once a popular president of Mexico, has taken to social media to criticize former U. S. President Donald Trump. He says the American leader now behaves in ways that help Mexico’s political opponents and hurt his own party. López Obrador left office in 2024, but he
The Hartford is shedding its mutual fund division for about $1. 9 billion, a move that will let the company zero in on its core insurance and employee‑benefit offerings. The transaction, slated to finish early next year, will transfer Hartford Funds’ $160 billion in assets and its 400‑person team
The Cleveland Museum of Art has partnered with London’s Royal Academy to bring a fresh look at how the French Riviera inspired world‑class artists. The show, called “Painting the French Riviera, ” will first open at the Royal Academy on October 2 and stay there until January 31, 2027. After that, th
Anchorage has a busy weekend ahead, but many activities are free or low cost. Start the week with Live After Five on F Street; Denali Cooks will play at sunset, and the space feels like a block party. The venue has shifted from Town Square Park to a street corner, giving it a new vibe. On Thursday
A resident of Lanexa, an artist named Patty Putnam is stepping forward in a national art contest that could change her future. She has faced many health problems after losing her job as a visual director at Saks Fifth Avenue. Eight chronic illnesses made it hard for her to keep moving and working
Cleveland’s old school buildings are getting a new look. The city is inviting developers to turn the empty campuses into homes, shops or community hubs. Last month, 12 schools across eight neighborhoods closed their doors for the last time. Neighborhood leaders say these sites hold a lot of
The idea of a group of specialists reviewing cancer data is not new, but how it actually helps patients with ovarian cancer has been unclear. In a recent study, researchers looked at real‑world outcomes for two types of serous ovarian cancer: the aggressive high‑grade form and the slower low‑grade v
The night was a mix of music, gossip and politics. A West Los Angeles restaurant turned into a buzzing hub for those who want to see a different kind of mayor. Spencer Pratt, once known from reality TV, moved into the second spot behind Mayor Karen Bass in a primary that could lead to a runoff.
The NBA Finals began with a splash of star power in the Frost Bank Center, even though it isn’t the usual Madison Square Garden spot. Fans and friends of the game had a mix of familiar faces that made headlines. First, film director Spike Lee and comedian Tracy Morgan appeared together at the venue
