A recent report has shed light on a power struggle in Sedona, Arizona, involving former Mayor Scott Jablow and the city's police chief, Stephanie Foley. The report, conducted by an external firm, found that Jablow created a hostile work environment and tried to undermine Foley's authority. The inve
Oil refineries have a problem: they produce a lot of waste. But what if this waste could be turned into something useful? Researchers have been looking into this idea. They took two types of waste: oily sludge (OS) from refineries and algal biomass (AB) from wastewater treatment. The goal was to see
Zohran Mamdani is on a mission. He's been busy meeting with top business leaders, nonprofit heads, and even real estate developers. Why? To convince them to support his big spending plans. He wants to increase city spending by $10 billion every year. That's a lot of money! Mamdani has been joining
In a bold move, Ukraine's military recently fended off a significant Russian attack near the town of Dobropillia. This clash involved over 20 armored vehicles, according to reports from the Azov brigade. The Ukrainian forces managed to repel the assault, destroying nine of the Russian vehicles in th
Michigan is stepping up its fight against microplastics, those tiny plastic bits that are everywhere. The state is launching a week-long campaign to educate people about this growing problem. From October 19 to 26, Michigan will host a series of events, including a cleanup in Lansing and a virtual s
The Eklutna Tribe's dream of building a permanent casino in Birchwood has hit a roadblock. A recent federal decision has put their plans on hold, leaving everyone guessing about what's next. The tribe had big plans for a new, permanent casino. They wanted to build a large gaming hall with hundreds
Droughts are getting worse. They're lasting longer and hitting harder. Scientists have been studying how this affects grasslands and shrublands all over the world. They looked at 74 different places and found some interesting things. First, most ecosystems can handle droughts for a while. They migh
Angel Reese, a standout basketball player, made a splash in the fashion world. She became the first professional athlete to strut down the Victoria's Secret runway. This historic moment happened during the brand's "Wings Reveal" event in New York. Reese, who plays for the Chicago Sky, was thrilled
Remember when checking the weather meant waiting for the TV to show your local forecast? Those were the days of The Weather Channel's iconic blue and orange graphics, smooth jazz, and teletext. Now, thanks to some tech-savvy folks, that nostalgic experience is back in a digital form. Meet WeatherSt
Alabama is keeping an eye on the skies this weekend, as weather experts predict a slight chance of severe storms. The northwest part of the state is under a Level 1 risk, which is the lowest level on the scale. This means that while storms are possible, they are not highly likely. The main concern
