Way up in the sky, something odd is going on. The air is getting warmer in the stratosphere, which is a big deal. This event is called a Sudden Stratospheric Warming (SSW). It can make the polar vortex, a cold air whirlwind, wobble. This could mean big changes for Michigan's weather in December. Normally, the polar vortex keeps cold air stuck near the North Pole. Bu...
Eric Swalwell, a well-known figure in Congress, has decided to join the race for California's governor. This move adds another name to the already long list of Democrats vying for the position. Swalwell, who has been a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump, brings his political experience and strong opinions to the table. Swalwell's campaign focuses on the h...
Tribal leaders are upset. They say the Education Department didn't talk to them before moving Native American education programs to other agencies. This move affects schools and colleges that serve Native students. The Education Department says it will hand over programs to the Department of Labor and the Department of the Interior. But tribal leaders say this will c...
Ken Burns, a well-known documentary filmmaker, has spent the last decade working on a project about the American Revolution. This project is a six-part, 12-hour series that he believes is one of the most important films he has ever made. The series is not just about the famous figures like George Washington, but also about the many other people who played a role in t...
Santa Clarita United Methodist Church will host a vibrant Holiday Boutique this Saturday. The event, running from 10 a. m. to 3 p. m. , is a major fundraiser for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life in the Santa Clarita Valley. This isn't just any shopping event. It's a chance to support a good cause while picking up unique gifts. Over 50 vendors will be the...
Kamran Hekmati, a 70-year-old Iranian-American, is currently in a tough spot. He's in Iran's Evin Prison, dealing with bladder cancer. His family is worried sick. They say he was arrested for visiting Israel 13 years ago for his son's bar mitzvah. That trip is now causing him big trouble. Hekmati's family says he was stopped at the airport in May when he tried to go...
In recent years, the role of religion in American life has been changing rapidly. A closer look at the data reveals a significant decline in the importance of faith among U. S. adults. Gallup's latest findings show that only 49% of Americans now consider religion important, a sharp drop from 66% in 2015. This trend is not unique to the U. S. ; wealthier nations like ...
During the COVID-19 pandemic, older African Americans faced higher rates of severe illness and death. Yet, not enough attention was given to why some of them hesitated to get vaccinated. Religion plays a big role in the lives of many older African Americans, often guiding their health choices. A study looked into this by talking to 22 older African Americans who wer...
The upcoming winter of 2025-2026 might bring some unexpected weather surprises. Experts are keeping a close eye on the stratosphere, as unusual activity could shake things up. A sudden warming in this upper layer of the atmosphere could lead to a paradoxical cooling effect on the Earth's surface. This phenomenon, known as sudden stratospheric warming (SSW), could pu...
Todd Snider, a beloved figure in the Americana music scene, has passed away at the age of 59. His death was confirmed on his social media platforms, though the cause remains undisclosed. Just a day before the announcement, his family shared that he was hospitalized with pneumonia, marking a concerning turn in his health. Snider's recent struggles were well-documente...