The Upper East Side is losing more pharmacies due to rising crime rates. Next month, another Duane Reade will close, adding to the already six big-box pharmacies that have shut down in the last year. Residents are worried about longer lines and travel times to get their prescriptions. Andrew Fine, c
Recently, the FBI quietly updated their crime statistics for 2022, revealing a surprising increase in violent crime across the United States. Instead of a previously reported 2.1% drop, the new data shows a 4.5% rise in violent crimes like murders, rapes, robberies, and aggravated assaults. This cha
In Asheville, North Carolina, schools are set to reopen on October 28, a month after Hurricane Helene hit the region. The plan isn't just about getting back to lesson plans. Teachers will also support students in talking about the storm's impact. While everyone is safe, the community is grieving and
You know those neighborhood drug stores you've always gone to? Well, many are shutting down, and it's not just one or two. Walgreens is planning to close 1,200 stores. CVS is not far behind, closing a total of 1,144 stores between 2018 and 2023. Even Rite Aid is struggling, announcing the closure of
Did you know that taking care of elderly or sick loved ones can cost a fortune? Just ask Sharon Zimmer from Wisconsin. She’s been caring for her husband, Chuck, who has Alzheimer's and dementia, since 2018. The costs are skyrocketing, and it's putting a big strain on families like hers. Sharon had t
On Tuesday, Georgia made history with a record-breaking number of voters hitting the polls on the first day of early voting. Officials reported over 300,000 ballots cast, easily surpassing the previous record from 2020, which was a little over 136,000 votes. This surge in voter turnout is fascinatin
As the leaves begin to change color in Teller County, Colorado, crews are working against the clock to complete several road projects before winter sets in. One of the biggest projects is the reconstruction of Lake Avenue, a major street that runs through the heart of Woodland Park. The project star
Hurricane Helene left behind a trail of devastation in the Southeast, causing significant disruptions to students' education. Schools in North Carolina, like Buncombe County, are still closed weeks after the storm hit because of damaged buildings and lack of essential services like water and power.
Georgia saw a record-breaking turnout for early voting on Tuesday, with over 300,000 ballots cast. This is double the previous record from 2020, which stood at 136,000. The state, a crucial battleground, is still feeling the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and controversial changes to election rules t
California recently passed a law aiming to stabilize gas prices. But Arizona might face higher prices due to this new rule. The law gives California power to require refineries to keep extra fuel. This is meant to prevent sudden price spikes when refineries shut down for maintenance. Arizona's Gover
