A new jet is making waves in California. The X-59, a unique aircraft, flew for the first time on a Tuesday morning. It took off from a runway in Palmdale, north of Los Angeles. This jet is special because it is designed to break the sound barrier without the usual loud noise. The X-59 is not your a
A recent decision by a U. S. appeals court has brought back a massive lawsuit against major drug distributors. The case, worth $2. 5 billion, accuses these companies of playing a role in the opioid addiction crisis in West Virginia. The court overturned a previous ruling from 2022 that had favored
Virginia is in a tough spot. A group that looks into why moms are dying during or after pregnancy might stop working soon. This team, called the Maternal Mortality Review Team, is doing important work. But their money from the federal government might run out next August. This isn't just about Virg
Lithuania is taking strong action against its neighbor Belarus. The country has decided to close its border with Belarus. This is because of repeated problems caused by weather balloons. These balloons are used to smuggle contraband cigarettes into Lithuania from Belarus. The balloons have been cau
ExxonMobil is taking California to court over new laws that want the company to be open about its climate impact. The laws say big companies like Exxon must share details about the greenhouse gases they produce, both directly and indirectly. The company says these laws force them to share informati
Virginia Beach is in the middle of some big changes, and not everyone is happy about it. The recent firing of Elizabeth Yusi, the top criminal prosecutor in Norfolk, has raised some eyebrows. Yusi had a solid reputation. She handled complex cases, like electronic data searches, with skill and profes
California's Proposition 50 is a big deal this election season. It's all about changing how congressional districts are drawn. The main idea is to balance out what Republicans are doing in other states, like Texas. Some people see it as a way to make things fairer, while others think it's just a pow
La Niña is making a comeback, and it's not good news for Southern California. This weather pattern, marked by cooler Pacific waters, is expected to stay until early 2026. But what does this mean for everyday life in SoCal? First off, rain is likely to be scarce. La Niña typically leads to drier w
Virginia Democrats are taking steps to redraw congressional district lines, aiming to gain a couple more seats in the House of Representatives. This move comes as Republicans in several states have already redrawn maps to their advantage. Democrats currently hold six of Virginia's 11 congressional s
Stacey Gross, a bubbly meteorologist with a love for Prosecco and upbeat chatter, has been captivating audiences since her debut in 2024. Her story, told through the lens of a weather forecast, blends humor and heartbreak while tackling serious issues like consumerism and climate change. The play,
