The idea of 50-year mortgages is making waves in the housing market. This plan, backed by the current administration, aims to make home buying easier by stretching loan payments over a longer period. The goal is to lower monthly costs, helping more people qualify for loans and buy homes. But not ev
Every year, a peculiar event takes place at the Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve. It's not your typical gathering. Instead of quiet walks or birdwatching, people come to smash pumpkins. This isn't just about having fun, though. It's about helping the environment. The event, known as the Pumpkin Smash
The Trump administration has told states to hit pause on giving full food aid for November. This affects 42 million people who rely on this help to put food on the table. The order came over the weekend, as the government shutdown keeps going into its sixth week. States had been trying to help by s
Oregon's hospitals are in a tough spot. They're cutting services and letting people go. This isn't just a problem for the hospitals. It's a problem for everyone in Oregon. Hospitals are big employers. They bring in a lot of money. But they need a strong economy to stay afloat. The state's economy i
Ever thought about taking a shower in the dark? It might sound strange, but this new trend called "dark showering" is gaining attention for its potential to improve sleep. The idea is simple: take your shower at night with the lights turned down or off. But why would anyone want to do this? Light h
In the remote village of Tor, nestled high in the Pyrenees, a decades-old murder has cast a long shadow. The victim, Josep Montané, known as Sansa, was found dead in 1995, his body bearing signs of a brutal attack. The case remains unsolved, and the tiny community of 13 houses has become an unwillin
The United States is trying to improve its relationship with Belarus, a country known for its strict government. President Donald Trump has chosen John Coale to be the special envoy to Belarus. Coale's job will be to negotiate the release of more prisoners held in Belarus. Belarus has a long histor
Minnesota experienced some of the coldest temperatures of the fall season over the weekend. The chill was so intense that it even brought some scattered flurries. But don't worry, things are looking up! A warmer trend is expected to kick in later this week. Let's talk numbers. Saturday and Sunday m
In Macomb and St. Clair counties, the weather is taking a turn for the worse. Starting Sunday evening at 6 p. m. and lasting until early Monday morning, a winter weather advisory is in place. This means snow is on the way, and it's not just a light dusting. Lake-effect snow bands are expected to fo
The North Bay is in for a wild ride this week. A big storm is coming, and it's bringing a mix of rain, wind, and possible thunderstorms. This isn't just any storm; it might turn into what's called an atmospheric river, which means it could carry a lot of moisture from the tropics. The rain is expec
