The Bay Area is seeing a rise in threats against local leaders. In October, someone was charged with sending hate-filled emails to Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee. The emails included violent language and racial slurs. They even threatened to harm police officers and other officials. This isn't an isolated incident. California Governor Gavin Newsom recently passed a law t...
There's a big problem in hospitals. Older patients sometimes act out and hurt doctors. But why does this happen? Maybe they don't understand what's going on. Or maybe they feel left out of decisions about their own health. Some people thought a TV show might help. They made a special program just for older patients. The idea was to teach them about their rights and ...
Metro Detroit is having a calm weekend, but things will change soon. Next week, rain and cold weather will arrive, affecting travel plans and outdoor activities. Saturday night will be cool, with temperatures dropping to the lower 30s. It's a good time to visit The Rink at Campus Martius Park. Dress warmly to enjoy the holiday lights and festive atmosphere. Sunday ...
Kailyn Lowry is stepping into a new role, this time as a business owner. She's always been busy, balancing family life and work. Now, she's adding another project to her list. Lowry is building a place for kids to play and train in sports. It's called Killr Sports, and it's happening in Smyrna, Delaware. The center will be indoors, so weather won't stop the games. I...
Private companies are stepping up to fill the gap left by the U. S. government's reduced investment in climate science. This shift is creating a boom in the earth intelligence sector, with businesses like Climate X and GHGSat leading the charge. Climate X, a London-based data analytics firm, recently helped a real estate manager assess climate risks for hundreds of ...
A young traveler from China lost her life in Bali, and others got very sick. They were staying at a budget hostel in Canggu. Around 20 guests suffered from vomiting, diarrhea, chills, and trouble breathing. One of them, Leila Li, spent five days fighting for her life. The friend who died, Deqing Zhuoga, was found in her room, wearing just an unbuttoned blue shirt, su...
In a rare and unfortunate event, a person in Washington state has passed away after contracting the H5N5 strain of avian influenza. This is believed to be the first confirmed human case of this particular virus. The individual, who lived in Grays Harbor County, was an older adult with pre-existing health conditions. Health officials have chosen not to disclose the p...
In Concord, North Carolina, a joyful Christmas tree lighting ceremony took a dark turn when gunfire broke out. Four individuals were hurt in the chaos, with three in critical condition and one stable. The shooting, which happened around 7:30 p. m. on Union Street, was reportedly between two people who knew each other. Police have identified one shooter as 18-year-ol...
Lando Norris has been on a roll, leading many laps in recent races. But the Las Vegas Grand Prix might be his toughest challenge yet. The track is known for causing tyre issues, something Norris has struggled with in the past. Norris admitted he's not a fan of front graining, a problem that makes the car hard to control. He's been working on improving this weakness,...
Tatiana Schlossberg, a member of the well-known Kennedy family, has shared some tough news. She's only 35 years old and has been told she has just one year left to live. This comes after she was diagnosed with a serious type of cancer called acute myeloid leukemia. Tatiana found out about her illness after having her baby in May 2024. Doctors noticed something was o...