The Baldwin-Whitehall school system plans to spend about 100. 7 million dollars next year, which is nearly 10 million more than this year’s spending. To cover the gap, leaders suggest raising property taxes by 4. 7 percent. The current tax rate sits at 25 mills, but if the plan passes, it will climb
A sudden storm rattled Lansing’s Capital Region International Airport on Monday, causing three small aircraft to tumble in surprising ways. Two of the planes were already parked when gusty winds tipped them onto their sides, while a third flipped upside down during a routine tow. The National Weathe
Jon Voight, a well‑known actor, met with President Trump in February to ask for a federal tax credit that would make making movies and TV shows in America cheaper. The meeting happened at the White House, a place where politicians discuss big ideas for the country’s future. Voight is not alone
In many wealthy countries, more adults are deciding not to have children. This choice is linked to a desire for personal freedom and the pursuit of hobbies or careers that might be harder with kids. The trend shows people valuing self‑growth over traditional family roles. They want time for trave
Savannah James, often seen in the stands cheering for her husband LeBron and son Bronny, is stepping into her own spotlight. After years of supporting her family’s basketball dreams, she’s now the founder of Reframe Beauty, a skincare brand that’s gaining attention for more than just its famous name
The city of Modena, home to more than 180, 000 people, faced a sudden crisis on Saturday when a driver ran a red light and crashed into pedestrians. The incident left eight people hurt, four of them badly wounded. One victim lost a leg and another is in critical condition. A 30‑year‑old man of Ital
A Virginia credit union is dangling extra cash in front of car buyers who act fast this spring. Starting May 18 and closing June 1, 2026, anyone financing a vehicle with Langley Federal’s auto loan can pocket a $500 bonus—if they also park at least $500 in a new 11-month savings certificate. The cat
People often think a bigger paycheck means buying nicer things right away. That new car or upgraded apartment feels great at first, but soon those expenses become just another bill. Research shows this happens to most people. The problem isn’t the extra money—it’s how quickly new habits erase it. Wh
A confusing scene played out at NYU last week during graduation events when a flag with disturbing symbols appeared on a building near Washington Square Park. Instead of the usual NYU flag, someone replaced it with a modified version featuring two swastikas and a Star of David, mimicking Israel's na
The city recently approved a new rule about how much workers must earn in small businesses. Government leaders voted yes even though state officials warned them it could cause legal trouble. Normally, when higher-level leaders say no, cities listen. This time, they didn’t. Not everyone agrees with
