Kamran Hekmati, a 70-year-old Iranian-American, is currently in a tough spot. He's in Iran's Evin Prison, dealing with bladder cancer. His family is worried sick. They say he was arrested for visiting Israel 13 years ago for his son's bar mitzvah. That trip is now causing him big trouble. Hekmati's
Cleveland has been testing a high-tech tool called ShotSpotter to detect gunshots. This system is supposed to help police respond quickly to gunfire. Researchers from Cleveland State University looked into over 87, 000 alerts from ShotSpotter. They also talked to people living in the area and police
The U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services recently introduced a tougher civics test for immigrants seeking citizenship. This test now includes more challenging questions, such as naming five of America's original states and explaining the significance of the Federalist Papers. While this might
Paris, often called the City of Lights, is known for its glamour and charm. It tops the list of the most luxurious cities in the world. A recent study looked at six key factors to decide this ranking. These factors include the number of millionaires and billionaires, fine dining spots, five-star hot
The Citadel, a military college, has changed its mind about joining the NCAA settlement. This deal lets schools share money with athletes. The school's president, Gen. Glenn Walters, said they will join starting in the 2026-27 season. This comes after a meeting with the Board of Visitors. The schoo
Cristina Rojas, a new U. S. citizen, has hit pause on her bakery in Charlotte. The Batchmaker is temporarily closed, not because of a lack of customers, but because of fear. Rojas became a citizen just this year, but that hasn't stopped her from feeling the chill of the current immigration climate.
Denver's victory over Kansas City was a game-changer, but it also brought up some big questions. The Broncos are now leading the AFC West, and their offense finally found its rhythm in the second half. Bo Nix, the quarterback, seemed frustrated with the slow pace of play calls and even asked for a f
Drivers in New York City were thrilled when Silver Lake Park Road reopened earlier this year. This road had been closed for a couple of years due to a COVID mandate from Mayor Bill de Blasio. The reopening came after a woman was sexually assaulted in the park, and the city said it was a safety measu
Danville is thinking about moving its polling station. This is a big deal because it affects how people vote. The city council will decide soon. But why the change? Some say it's for better access. Others worry about the impact. Voting is a big part of democracy. It's how people have a say in their
Minnesota is in for a week of changing weather patterns. After a sunny Sunday, the state will see some showers and a mix of wintry weather later in the week. Sunday is expected to be bright and sunny, with temperatures reaching the mid-40s in the southern parts of the state. This is a bit warmer th
