In Stockton, California, a birthday party turned into a nightmare. Four people lost their lives, including three young kids. The scene was heartbreaking: toys, balloons, and blood mixed together. It's a sad reminder of the gun violence that plagues many communities. The city has seen its share of t
In a big win for local education, two high school juniors from Alachua County have been recognized as Sunshine State Scholars. This honor goes to top students in STEM fields. Navya Goyal from Gainesville High School and Amy Xiao from Buchholz High School earned this title. They were picked based on
A new soccer stadium is coming to the Mystic River in Everett. The Kraft Group, who own the New England Revolution, have made deals with Boston and Everett. These deals are about money and improvements for the area. Boston will get almost $48 million over 15 years. This money is for better roads an
Syracuse has always been a city of welcome, a place where people from all over the world come to build a better life. This is a city that has embraced diversity and offered new opportunities to those seeking a fresh start. But now, the city is at a crossroads. The federal government's aggressive imm
A big change is happening in Arkansas schools. Zondria Campbell just got a huge job. She is now the Director of Schools for The Academies of Math and Science (AMS) in Arkansas. This means she will lead the Little Rock campus and help open new schools all over the state. Campbell has spent over 20 y
In a show of community spirit, a local group of Buffalo Bills enthusiasts made a significant impact. These fans, known as Bills Backers, gathered to support their team and raise funds for a good cause. Their efforts resulted in a $2, 000 donation to the Relief Nursery, an organization dedicated to p
A major shift in the healthcare landscape has taken place. Priority Health, a well-known health plan based in Michigan, has taken over Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire, a Wisconsin-based health plan. This move, finalized on January 1, 2026, makes Priority Health a player in four states. It's n
Mayor Tim Keller is back for another term in Albuquerque, and he's got his work cut out for him. He's tackling some serious issues like homelessness and crime. During his swearing-in ceremony, he talked about the tough times the city is going through. He said people are scared about money, losing lo
Cleveland is buzzing with events this January. Music lovers have plenty to choose from. The Cleveland Orchestra is performing Mozart's Jupiter Symphony. There's also a tribute to Pink Floyd. Plus, a Jimmy Buffett tribute show is happening. Comedy fans can catch shows at Hilarities and Funny Stop. Th
State lawmakers are back at work, and colleges might be in for some big changes. Here are six key issues they will likely tackle this year. First up, diversity policies are under fire. More states might ban diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs at public universities. These bans could aff
