In East St. Louis, Illinois, a tragedy at a MetroLink station highlighted the need for improved safety in public transit. A city that once bustled with commuters now sees about 74% of pre-pandemic riders returning as of September 2023. This has prompted transit systems to tackle the issue of safety
Ever imagined what goes on behind the scenes at a red carpet event? Christian Siriano, a famous designer, has just released a new book called "The New Red Carpet." This book isn't just about fashion; it's about celebrating diversity and inclusivity on the red carpet. Siriano believes that every pers
Jessica Chastain, a well-known Hollywood actress with a net worth of millions, is facing criticism for her response to a refund from JetBlue. The issue arose after a trip where Chastain and her husband experienced problems with the in-flight entertainment system. Instead of a full refund, the airlin
Indiana residents have a chance to share their thoughts on the state's revised high school diploma plan by November 8. The second draft, released by the Department of Education, is simpler and more streamlined based on public feedback. This draft is now available for review in the Indiana Register,
Once upon a time, former President Donald Trump's fascination with his predecessor, Barack Obama, took an unexpected turn. In an intriguing story from Michael Cohen's book "Disloyal," Trump reportedly hired an actor to imitate Obama, just so he could dismiss him in a mock-firing video. This wasn't j
Last Thursday, a doctor named Gustavo Alarcón was sworn in as the new mayor of Chilpancingo, a city in southern Mexico. This happened just days after the previous mayor, Alejandro Arcos, was brutally killed and beheaded. Arcos had only been in office for a week. The city is caught in a violent fight
Scientists using the Hubble Space Telescope have made a surprising discovery: Jupiter's famous Great Red Spot isn't as stable as it appears. Over 90 days, Hubble captured the storm's size changing like a squeezed stress ball, expanding and contracting. This huge storm, big enough to fit Earth inside
Ever since Charleston rolled out the King Street Safety Initiative, the crime rate downtown has taken a plunge. The city, led by Mayor William Cogswell, teamed up with local businesses and police departments to enhance safety and livability in the Central Business District, which includes King Stree
This year, Boston said goodbye to three beloved sports broadcasters: Mike Gorman, Jack Edwards, and Joe Castiglione. Together, they served Boston sports fans for over a century. Their departures mark the end of an era, but also the beginning of a new one. Sports fans form a special bond with broadca
The San Francisco 49ers (2-3) are set to face the Seattle Seahawks (3-2) on Thursday night. Both teams are coming off losses and looking to turn things around. The 49ers have struggled in the NFC West, while the Seahawks aim to end the 49ers' five-game winning streak in their rivalry. The 49ers have
