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Oct 17 2024CRIME

The Verdict: One Man Sentenced in Altoona Shooting Case

In Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, one of four suspects involved in a drive-by shooting that resulted in the death of an Altoona man has been sentenced. Xavier Thompson, 36, received a sentence of 22 months in prison, with an additional 5 years of extended supervision. He was given credit for 657 days

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Oct 17 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Big Bet: $75 Million for Trump's Campaign

Billionaire Elon Musk, known for Tesla and SpaceX, has been making headlines for his support of Donald Trump's presidential campaign. Musk has poured nearly $75 million into America PAC, a political action committee he founded this year to back Trump. This makes him one of Trump's top donors. So far

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Oct 16 2024BUSINESS

Bed Bath & Beyond Lives On, But Not Alone!

Remember Bed Bath & Beyond? It went out of business last year. But now, it's back – in a surprising way! The company, Beyond Inc., is giving it a new life by selling its famous products at a rival store, The Container Store. This partnership comes with a $40 million investment from Beyond Inc., help

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Oct 16 2024FINANCE

Why Keeping Cash in Payment Apps Might Not Be Smart

Connor Tomasko from Chicago is a money management enthusiast who's urging people to be cautious about keeping money in payment apps. While these apps, like Venmo and Cash App, are easy to use, they don't offer the same protections as banks. For instance, funds in these apps aren't usually insured by

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Oct 16 2024CRIME

Family of Menendez Brothers Hopes for New Sentence

The Menendez family is planning a rally outside the Los Angeles courthouse this Wednesday. They want the district attorney to consider resentencing Erik and Lyle Menendez. The brothers were found guilty of killing their parents almost 30 years ago. Their extended family, including nieces, nephews,

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Oct 15 2024BUSINESS

Walgreens: Shutting Down Stores to Boost Earnings

Walgreens, a well-known drugstore chain, has decided to close 1,200 stores over the next three years. This strategic move is part of the company's efforts to save money and improve its bottom line. Among these closures, 500 stores will shut down by the end of 2025. The company believes this will hel

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Oct 15 2024POLITICS

Music and Medical Emergencies: Trump's Unique Town Hall

Former President Trump hosted a town hall in battleground Pennsylvania. However, medical emergencies interrupted the question-and-answer session. Instead of continuing, Trump played his favorite songs. The event, held with South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, was focused on topics like immigration and

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Oct 15 2024BUSINESS

Walgreens to Close Doors: 1,200 Stores Shutting Down by 2025

Imagine walking into your local Walgreens store and finding it closed. That's what will happen to 1,200 Walgreens stores across the country by 2025. Why? The company wants to save $1 billion. High inflation and low drug reimbursements are hurting their profits. This year, Walgreens' stock hit a 30-y

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Oct 15 2024BUSINESS

Walgreens to Close 1,200 Stores in Major Revamp

Walgreens has decided to shut down around 1,200 of its stores over the next three years. This move is part of the company's strategy to improve its struggling U.S. business. The first 500 closures are expected to happen this fiscal year and should positively impact the company's earnings and cash fl

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Oct 15 2024SCIENCE

Cincinnati's Supermoon Night: A Guide for Stargazers

Are you ready to witness the brightest supermoon of 2024? If you're in Cincinnati, you're in luck! This October's full moon is extra special. It's not just any full moon, but a supermoon, the third in a row. This means the moon will appear bigger and brighter than usual. Why is it so special? W

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