Maine's lawmakers have a packed agenda for 2026, with environmental issues taking center stage. From tackling "forever chemicals" to supporting loggers, there's a lot on the table. But will they get anything done? Money is a big topic. Senators are pushing for $50 million bonds to protect land, upg
Venezuela sits on a mountain of oil, the biggest in the world. But it's not the kind you want. This oil is thick, heavy, and full of sulfur. It's the kind that's harder to refine and worse for the environment. Before things went south, Venezuela was pumping out millions of barrels a day. Now, it's a
Cebu City's landfill has been in use for way too long. It was supposed to close after seven years, but it's still taking in waste. This has caused some serious pollution issues. Scientists found harmful metals like chromium and lead in the water, soil, and plants around the landfill. The levels of
Syracuse has always been a city of welcome, a place where people from all over the world come to build a better life. This is a city that has embraced diversity and offered new opportunities to those seeking a fresh start. But now, the city is at a crossroads. The federal government's aggressive imm
Venezuela holds a massive amount of oil. It's the biggest reserve in the world. But getting it out is a big challenge. The country's oil fields are old and not very efficient. Plus, the oil they have is dirty and costly to clean. Some people think the U. S. wants this oil. They say it's why they wa
Tony Dokoupil stepped into the big shoes of CBS Evening News anchor with a bold promise. He said he would be more open and honest than the legendary Walter Cronkite. He even shared a video saying his past broadcasts often missed the mark by focusing too much on advocates and not enough on regular pe
A local hospital and a major insurance company have finally agreed on how much the insurer will pay the hospital for services. This deal means that people with insurance from Cigna can still see doctors and get treatment at Augusta Health without any interruptions. The hospital had been unhappy wit
Venezuela finds itself in a strange spot after a wild weekend. The country is trying to return to some kind of normal life, but things are not quite back to usual. Streets and shops are quieter than before, as people are still trying to make sense of what happened. In Barquisimeto, a city in the no
A big change is happening in Arkansas schools. Zondria Campbell just got a huge job. She is now the Director of Schools for The Academies of Math and Science (AMS) in Arkansas. This means she will lead the Little Rock campus and help open new schools all over the state. Campbell has spent over 20 y
In a show of community spirit, a local group of Buffalo Bills enthusiasts made a significant impact. These fans, known as Bills Backers, gathered to support their team and raise funds for a good cause. Their efforts resulted in a $2, 000 donation to the Relief Nursery, an organization dedicated to p
