New Jersey's newly elected governor, Mikie Sherrill, has a big task ahead. The state has some serious money problems, and they're not just about taxes or jobs. There's a huge gap between how much white families have and how much Black and Latino families have. This isn't just about numbers; it's about real lives and real struggles. Take Shaniqua Mosley, for example....
The recent global climate summit, COP30, ended with a new agreement, but it didn't include a clear plan to cut fossil fuel use. This was a big letdown for many countries that wanted stronger action. The summit started with high hopes. Over 80 countries wanted to agree on a strong plan to move away from fossil fuels. But after lots of arguing, the final deal didn't i...
Lane Kiffin's time at Ole Miss is at a crossroads. The university and its athletic director, Keith Carter, have been in talks with Kiffin about his future, but any decisions will wait until after the Rebels' final game of the season, the Egg Bowl against Mississippi State. Kiffin's current team is ranked sixth in the College Football Playoff rankings, and a win agai...
This week in Chicago, a lot happened. Let's start with the big news. Congress made a move to get the Justice Department to share its files on Jeffrey Epstein. President Trump signed the bill, giving the department 30 days to hand over the documents. Meanwhile, Tom Pritzker, a billionaire and cousin of Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, was mentioned in documents from the...
In a Michigan high school, students are getting a hands-on lesson in science that's more exciting than any textbook. Their latest project? Sending a weather balloon up to the stratosphere. But this isn't your average science class. The teacher, Joe Graber, is known for making learning fun and engaging. From live leeches to model rockets, his students have done it all...
Ari Balogh, the Chief Technology Officer at Airbnb, is set to leave his role by December. He's been with the company for seven years, joining from Google. After his departure, he'll stick around until at least February 2026 to help with the transition and offer advice, but he won't be in an executive role anymore. This move raises questions about Airbnb's future tec...
Detroit's annual tree lighting event is back for 2025, promising a day of festive fun. But before you head out, there are a few things to keep in mind. First off, if you're planning to drive, be aware that some major streets will be closed starting Wednesday, November 19, at 6 a. m. These roads will stay shut until Saturday, November 22, at 6 a. m. So, if you're thi...
Cathie Wood's ARK Invest made some bold moves on November 20, shaking up its portfolio with new investments and trimming some existing ones. The spotlight was on Nvidia, a major player in the chip industry, after its impressive third-quarter performance. ARK Invest snapped up 93, 374 shares of Nvidia, worth a cool $17. 5 million, marking their first purchase of Nvidi...
Winter is coming, but what does that mean for North Texas? The Climate Prediction Center has shared its latest forecast, and it's a bit of a mystery. They've given the region an \"equal chances\" label. This means the weather could go any way: warmer or colder, wetter or drier than usual. It's like flipping a coin! The forecast covers December, January, and February...
This year has been full of unexpected events that left people shocked and talking. One incident involved a United Airlines plane at 36, 000 feet. The cockpit windshield suddenly shattered, injuring the pilots. The National Transportation Safety Board found out that a high-altitude weather balloon from Washington had hit the plane. This could have been very dangerous ...