In a notable move, the Wine Service Cooperative in Napa Valley is changing its game plan. After nearly 20 years of handling direct-to-consumer wine shipments, they've decided to pass the baton to a third party. This shift comes as sales have been sluggish, and the cooperative aims to free up space a
In the last month of 2025, the housing market showed some unexpected strength. Sales of existing homes picked up speed, reaching a rate of 4. 35 million units when adjusted for seasonal changes. This was a notable jump from November and even better than what experts had predicted. Looking back at t
In a heartbreaking turn of events, the family of Monique and Spencer Tepe is grappling with the aftermath of a violent crime that took the lives of the young couple. The suspect, Dr. Michael McKee, is accused of shooting the Tepes in their Columbus home on December 30. McKee, who was once married to
In Melun, a town south of Paris, a 15-year-old girl's life was shattered. A 22-year-old Algerian migrant, already ordered to leave France, allegedly raped her. He was no stranger to the authorities, with a history of offenses and a known address. Yet, he was free to roam, to prey. The attack happen
Prince William County is seeing fewer crimes. The police chief shared the good news. He said crime dropped by over 10. 5%. That's a big deal. It means fewer people got hurt or lost things. The best part? Violent crimes went down almost 19%. That's a huge drop. In 2025, there were only eight murders
China has decided to keep a helpful tax rule going. This rule gives people money back on their taxes if they buy a new home within a year of selling their old one. The government has said this will be in place from January 1, 2026, until December 31, 2027. This tax break is a big deal for people wh
Staten Island is bracing for a sudden temperature drop, all thanks to a cold front sweeping in from the Great Lakes. Earlier in the week, weather models hinted at a potential coastal storm, but those predictions have faded. Instead, a cold front is taking center stage, bringing snow and a significan
Wisconsin has introduced a new way to handle real estate transfers. The Department of Revenue (DOR) has launched the new real estate transfer return (RETR) system in My Tax Account (MTA). This change affects everyone involved in real estate transactions. First, let's talk about the timeline. If you
Nevada isn't the best place to raise a family. It's near the bottom of the list. Only three states are worse. This is what a recent study found. The study looked at many things. It checked out family fun, health, safety, education, child care, affordability, and money matters. Nevada did okay in fa
Cities are looking for ways to fight climate change. One big idea is to plant more trees. But just planting trees anywhere isn't enough. The right spots can make a big difference. A new study shows how AI can help find the best places to plant trees in cities. This can help cities capture more carbo
