The National Weather Service is in a tough spot. They're trying to hire back staff after big cuts, but it's not going fast enough. Right now, they're short on people, especially as winter storms are coming. The Weather Service got permission to hire 450 new people after about 550 were let go earlie
Kevin Smith, a well-known filmmaker, has had a big change in his life. He used to be a very religious Catholic. This was when he made his movie "Dogma" 25 years ago. The movie is about two angels who cause big trouble. Smith was very serious about his faith when he made this movie. He believed every
Climate change is a hot topic, but not everyone agrees on the facts. Some people think that concern about climate change is fading. They point to surveys showing that the number of Americans who believe in climate change has stayed about the same over the past few years. But does this mean we should
Winter brings snow, and with it, the urge to grab the salt shaker. But before you go overboard, consider this: too much salt is a big problem for the environment. When snow melts or it rains, that salt doesn't just disappear. It washes into lakes, rivers, and streams, turning them salty and harmful
In Washington, a law passed in 2018 aimed to reduce the number of children charged as adults. This law was a response to the fact that kids of color were more likely to face adult charges than white children. By 2023, the number of kids charged as adults had dropped by more than half, and transfers
Imagine a bookshelf filled with 49 books. These are the ones that didn't make the cut for the top 10 list of 2025. The process of selecting these books is simple yet intricate. Throughout the year, as each book is finished, if it's loved, it's set aside. By November, the stack is towering, and the r
A man with a history of troubling actions is now facing new charges. James Rizzo Jr. , a 45-year-old man without a home, is accused of attacking a young woman in Manhattan. The incident happened on December 1st, and it was all caught on camera. Rizzo Jr. is said to have slapped the 20-year-old woman
The Staircase, a gripping true crime miniseries, has found a new home on Netflix, sparking renewed interest in the chilling case it portrays. Originally an HBO Max production, this series is based on a real-life mystery that has baffled many. It centers around the death of Kathleen Peterson, whose b
In 2025, University of Utah Health made a big leap in research funding. They got over $531 million, which is a huge deal. This money helps them do important research, train future scientists, and make a difference in health care. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) gave them the most money, ove
Ukraine is tackling drug addiction in a fresh way. They are adding methadone treatment to regular health care. This is a big change from how things are usually done. Methadone helps people who are addicted to opioids. It makes withdrawal easier and helps them stay off drugs. This new approach is no
