Kentucky is facing a big problem. Severe storms, strong winds, flooding, and landslides have been causing trouble since February 14, 2025. The President has stepped in and declared a state of emergency. This means that federal help is on the way to support the state and local efforts. The Departmen
The Trump administration is taking a bold step by asking the Supreme Court to allow the firing of the head of the federal agency tasked with protecting whistleblowers. This move comes as a surprise, given the agency's crucial role in safeguarding federal employees from retaliation. The Justice Depar
Imagine a world where light detectors can withstand extreme heat and harsh chemicals. Sounds like something from a sci-fi movie, right? Well, scientists have made a big leap towards this reality. They created a unique light detector using a special type of diamond. This isn't your average diamond, t
The Chippewa Valley is in for a cold snap. February has been more winter-like than January. Snow will stop falling today, but the cold air is coming back. Arctic high pressure from Canada will take over for the upcoming week. The day will start with clouds, but they will clear up. Temperatures
Farmland is a big deal and it is under threat. The story of Roger Short, an 82-year-old farmer, is a great way to start talking about this issue. He sold his 253-acre farm in Port Townsend, Washington, to the port authority in 2023. This farm had been in his family for almost 80 years. The farm wa
Small businesses are feeling the pinch just one month into the new administration. The changes have been swift and significant, with funding freezes, tariffs, and a crackdown on diversity efforts. These changes have left many small business owners scrambling to adapt. David Funk, the founder of Zer
Skin infections caused by bacteria that don't respond to typical antibiotics are a growing problem. This is because antibiotics have been overused and misused, making bacteria stronger and more resistant. Scientists have come up with a clever solution: a special patch with tiny needles that dissolve
Imagine a world where diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's could be slowed down or even stopped. That's where L-tyrosine comes in. It's a natural substance that has shown some serious potential in the fight against these nasty diseases. You see, these diseases are caused by something called
Metro Detroit is in for a snowy Sunday. A winter storm is headed our way, and it's going to dump a lot of snow. The weather folks have issued warnings for most of Southeast Michigan. The hardest hit areas will be Sanilac, St. Clair, Macomb, Wayne, and Monroe counties. These places can expect 5 to 7
Electric substations are the backbone of our power systems. They face many dangers like heat, noise, and even animal waste. These dangers can cause problems like cable failures, circuit breaker issues, and melted conductors. When these issues happen, the substation's reliability drops, and power los
