California's move to set a $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers has sparked a heated debate. On one hand, workers are seeing better paychecks, but on the other, restaurant owners are feeling the pinch. The state's fast-food industry is still standing, but it's not all smooth sailing. Workers like Zane Marte have seen a real difference. Marte, who worked at Jack in...
The Howard County Board of Education is reconsidering its decision to delay renovations at Oakland Mills High School. This shift comes after strong advocacy from the school community and a board member's change of heart. The board had initially voted to postpone the renovations, but now, there's a push to reprioritize them. The window to include these projects in th...
Goop, the lifestyle brand owned by Gwyneth Paltrow, is facing criticism for continuing to use angora wool in its products. Animal rights activists are calling out the brand for not keeping up with industry standards, as many other major brands have stopped using angora due to concerns about animal cruelty. PETA, an animal rights organization, has launched a social m...
Calvin Duncan's life took a dramatic turn when he was sentenced to life in prison for a murder he claimed he didn't commit. Behind bars, he found his calling as a self-taught lawyer, helping fellow inmates fight for their freedom. His dedication paid off when he was released after 28 years, and his story took an even more surprising turn when he decided to run for of...
Rahm Emanuel, a former Chicago mayor, is pushing Democrats to take a stronger stance on crime. He wants them to be clearer about their plans to keep people safe. Emanuel is thinking about running for president in 2028. He believes Democrats need a better message on crime before the next big elections. Emanuel will share his ideas at an event in Washington. His plan ...
The Conservation Foundation is putting on a free event to talk about how shopping choices can help the planet. It's called \"Shopping with the Environment in Mind\" and will happen on November 21 at McDonald Farm in Naperville. The event is from 4:30 to 5:30 p. m. Diane Osgood, an environmental economist from Oswego, will be the speaker. She wrote a book called \"Yo...
People are changing how they spend money, and it's affecting big stores. High earners are now looking for deals, not just luxury items. They're eating at places like McDonald's and Applebee's more often. Even rich shoppers are buying cheaper brands or going to stores like Walmart and Dollar General. This is a big change because usually, only people with less money do...
The Indiana Fever have been a hot topic in the WNBA lately. Their rise in popularity can be attributed to the arrival of Caitlin Clark in 2024. With her on the team, ticket sales, TV ratings, and jersey sales have all seen a significant boost. This season, despite losing key players like Clark, Sophie Cunningham, Sydney Colson, Aari McDonald, and Chloe Bibby to inju...
Andy McDonald, a seasoned windsurfer from Australia, had an unexpected encounter with a shark off the west coast. The incident was caught on camera, showing the shark suddenly appearing and knocking McDonald off his board. He described the impact as powerful, like being hit by a freight train, and he knew immediately it was a shark. The video footage shows McDonald ...
Week 11 of the fantasy football season is here, and it's time to set your lineups. The top wide receivers to consider are Ja'Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson. They are the best picks for your team. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, CeeDee Lamb, and Amon-Ra St. Brown are also strong choices. Puka Nacua, Emeka Egbuka, Ladd McConkey, Nico Collins, and Marvin Harrison Jr. are among the...