The U. S. is in for a wild ride this December. A sudden Arctic blast has swept across the central and northeastern parts of the country. This isn't your average cold snap. It's a whopper, with temperatures plunging way below what's usual for this time of year. Meteorologists say it's all thanks to a
Scott Shriner, the bassist for the band Weezer, is facing a significant life change. His wife, Jillian Lauren, has decided to end their 20-year marriage. This comes after a dramatic incident where she was involved in a shooting with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) earlier this year. Lauren
Letitia James, the New York Attorney General, is in the clear—for now. The Justice Department recently failed to get a grand jury to indict her. This comes just a short time after a judge threw out an earlier case against her. The original case was dismissed because of a legal hiccup in how the pros
House Speaker Mike Johnson is finding it tough to keep his party united. He's asking fellow Republicans to keep their complaints private, but many are speaking out publicly. This week, tensions boiled over as a member of Johnson's own leadership team accused him of lying. Meanwhile, rank-and-file Re
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's "The Nutcracker" is a beloved holiday tradition that has been enchanting audiences since 1969. This year, the show is even more special with a record number of local celebrities joining the cast. Seventeen familiar faces from sports, TV, and politics will make appearances
Bridgestone Americas is making a big difference in Akron, Nashville, and Cleveland. They have teamed up with United Way to tackle serious issues like hunger and homelessness. Since 2015, they have raised over $17 million for United Way in these cities. But Bridgestone didn't stop at fundraising. Th
In a world where technology is advancing at a rapid pace, the question of how AI can impact our lives is becoming increasingly important. One recent example of this is the short film \"Sweetwater, \" which explores the idea of using AI to help people cope with grief. The film, which stars Michael Ke
In 2024, Los Angeles County saw a troubling rise in hate crimes, with a total of 1, 355 incidents reported. This number is the second-highest in 44 years, showing a disturbing trend. The report highlights record-high hate crimes against various groups, including African Americans, LGBTQ+ individuals
Mid-Missouri is experiencing something unusual this year. As the weather gets colder, people usually expect more flu cases. But that's not happening right now. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reported only 348 flu cases across the state from November 16-22. That's considered lo
Gavin Newsom, California's governor, recently found himself in a public disagreement with actress Halle Berry. The issue? A menopause health bill that Newsom vetoed twice. Berry, known for her advocacy, didn't hold back. She criticized Newsom during a speech at the New York Times' DealBook Summit, s
