Brazil is facing its worst drought ever. This isn't just bad news for the country; it's a big deal for the entire world. Why? Because it shows how pollution and climate change can make droughts worse and longer. The Amazon rainforest has been on fire, burning at a rate that's 39 times h
In the spring of 2021, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) issued a health advisory for residents on French Island. The worry? Potential contamination of private wells by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often called "forever chemicals" because they stick around in the envir
An intriguing development has unfolded in Pueblo, Colorado, where the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has begun looking into possible wrongdoings at the state mental health hospital. The investigation comes amid reports that the hospital's chief of police, Rick McMorran, has taken a leave of
There's a new place in town for dog owners in Buffalo Grove. Scenthound, a Florida-based business that's been around since 2005, is setting up shop on McHenry Road. With nearly 80 stores across the country and more on the way, Scenthound is dedicated to keeping dogs clean and healthy. The Buffa
This week in college football, CBS Sports Network is bringing you four exciting games! First up is a Thursday night showdown between Sam Houston and UTEP. Sam Houston wants to match their program record for wins in the Conference USA (CUSA), while UTEP hopes to bounce back from a loss against Libert
The United States has filed charges against two Russian men, Sergey Ivanov and Timur Shakhmametov, for allegedly running billion-dollar money laundering services. Ivanov is known to have been active for nearly two decades, while Shakhmametov ran a notorious cybercriminal marketplace called Joker’s S
Imagine watching a movie and having experts crack hilarious jokes about it in real time. That's what RiffTrax offers, and now they're teaming up with the indie streamer Nebula to bring their unique brand of comedy to even more screens. This partnership isn't just about funny commentary; it's also a
In Chicago, researchers have been trying to figure out if ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft are helping or hurting Black passengers. The study looked at rides before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. They found that even though drivers might cancel on Black passengers more often, it doesn't really
In a recent meeting, the environment ministers of G20 countries agreed to back new funding sources for protecting ecosystem services. This is exciting news, especially because Brazil has come up with an interesting plan called the Tropical Forests Forever Facility. Unlike some other programs that ju
Minnesota's rural small business owners are about to get a significant boost, thanks to Goldman Sachs. The financial giant has launched its 10,000 Small Businesses program, aiming to help small businesses grow and thrive. St. Cloud is hosting the kickoff event this Friday, where 32 lucky entrepreneu
