San Diego's Tijuana River Valley Community Garden is getting a new caretaker. Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center, a nonprofit from National City, is stepping in to manage the garden. This change comes after the Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County decided to leave due to health and safety issues caused by the Tijuana River sewage problem. Th...
Elise Stefanik, a well-known Republican figure in New York, has officially announced her bid for governor in 2026. This move sets the stage for a potential face-off against current Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul. Stefanik, known for her strong support of former President Donald Trump, has been vocal about her criticisms of Hochul's leadership. In her campaign anno...
North Korea's recent missile launch adds to its growing list of tests. This time, a short-range ballistic missile was fired towards the east. South Korea's military spotted the launch and watched it travel about 700 kilometers (434 miles) across the country. The missile came from an inland area near the western county of Taekwan. South Korea and the U. S. had seen si...
In Sonoma and Napa counties, a significant number of people might face a sharp increase in their health insurance costs. This potential hike is due to the possible expiration of federal subsidies that were introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic. These subsidies have been helping to keep insurance premiums affordable for many residents. The subsidies, which cap insu...
Geno Smith, a well-known NFL quarterback, has a story that goes beyond his impressive stats and awards. Born in Miramar, Florida, on October 10, 1990, Smith grew up in a state where football is a big deal. Florida has produced many NFL players, and Smith is one of them. Before joining the NFL, Smith made a name for himself at West Virginia University. From 2009 to 2...
El Paso County Health Department has been busy catching up on food truck inspections. After a report highlighted that nearly half of the food trucks were way behind on their checks, the department sprang into action. In just one month, they managed to reduce the backlog from 150 to 40. The health department has been working around the clock, including weekends, to g...
Buncombe County has a new plan to make life better for everyone. This plan is called the 2030 Strategic Plan. It covers six big areas: growth, money, schools, health, safety, and nature. The plan was made with help from experts and the community. The county wants to build more homes and fix old ones. They also want to create more green spaces. They aim to add 3. 5 m...
A man from Steuben County, New York, has been found guilty of stealing important U. S. technology and trying to use it for his own gain in China. Ji Wang, 63, took secret information from his job at Corning Incorporated. This information was part of a project funded by the U. S. government to develop advanced laser technology for military use. Wang came to the U. S....
The votes are in, and the results are clear. In the recent New Jersey elections, Democrats took home many wins, but Republicans also had their share of victories. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, came out on top against Republican Jack Ciattarelli in a race that caught the attention of the whole country. This was a big deal because it sets the stage for what might happen ...
MetroHealth System is in a tight spot. They're looking at a $31 million shortfall for 2026. This isn't new for them. It's the fourth year in a row they're in the red. They're not alone. Many hospitals are struggling with money. But MetroHealth's problems are getting worse. They just okayed a $2. 2 billion budget for 2026. It's got to get the final thumbs up from Cuy...