In 1982, a diesel spill near the Millrace in Eugene led to a quick response from students and volunteers. Among them was a group who helped rescue ducks and a goose from the muddy banks. One volunteer even sat with a goose on their lap until it could be cleaned. The incident was covered by local med
Illinois lawmakers are back at work, but this time, they're dealing with a $2. 2 billion budget gap. That's a lot of money, and it's not going to be easy to fix. The state is also dealing with some big changes in Washington, like fewer federal dollars coming in. This means lawmakers have to be extra
Colorado is getting a big chunk of money to fix health care in rural areas. Over the next five years, the state will receive around $1 billion from the federal government. The goal is to make rural health care better, not just keep hospitals running. But not everyone is happy with the plan. Hospita
In Tokyo, there's a tradition that might sound like a dare. People take a plunge into freezing water. Why? It's all about starting the year fresh. This happens at Teppozu Inari Shrine. It's not just a swim. It's a ritual. People believe it cleanses their spirit. They hope for good health in the new
The NBA is thriving with a new $76 billion media deal, but local coverage is still a big problem. Many fans rely on local broadcasts, but Main Street Sports Group's payment issues are causing trouble. The Brooklyn Nets are leading the way in social media, especially on TikTok. They have more likes
In the world of winter sports, danger often lurks beneath the beautiful snow-covered slopes. Recently, skiers in Colorado faced this reality when they accidentally triggered an avalanche. On January 10, a group was skiing in the upper chute of the Haiyaha Couloir when a wind slab avalanche suddenly
Prisons are tough places. People inside often deal with a lot of stress, trauma, and feel left out. Yoga has been brought in to help. But does it really work? A recent review looked at studies to see if yoga can make a difference. The review checked out 10 studies with over 1, 800 people. These stu
Arkansas just got a cool new tool to help people manage their cash. It's an online platform that teaches money basics for free. The state's Financial Education Commission made this happen. The platform is run by a company called Enrich. It has stuff like budgeting tools, retirement planning, and ar
Audrey Nuna, known for her role in KPop Demon Hunters, didn't win the big prize on MrBeast's competition show. She was in the top three but lost out on $1 million for her chosen charity, The Luminos Fund. This fund helps kids who missed school due to tough times. Nuna was really upset but decided t
The Central Carolina Comic Con is in full swing at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds. This two-day event has brought out a mix of stars from movies, TV, and wrestling. Fans are getting up close with their favorite personalities for autographs and photos. Lou Diamond Phillips was one of the highl
