In 2024, Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina hard, especially in the western mountains. The storm brought record rainfall, with 24 inches at Mount Mitchell and nearly 31 inches in Busick. This caused massive flooding, over $60 billion in damages, and more than 100 deaths. Phone and internet services were knocked out, making it hard for people to communicate or get he...
Jared Golden, a U. S. Representative from Maine, has decided not to run for re-election. This news might surprise many, but those who know him well say it's not unexpected. Golden has always been more about serving his country than playing political games. He's a Marine veteran who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan, and he's also worked in a pizza shop. So, when he talk...
Election Day in the U. S. is more than just a date on the calendar. It's a test of our values and a reminder of our shared duty. Millions of Americans will vote today, but voting isn't just a right—it's a responsibility. It's a chance to shape the future and make a difference. But let's be real, running for office isn't easy. It's expensive, stressful, and often tha...
Maine is at a crossroads. The state needs a leader who can bridge divides and focus on real solutions. Rick Bennett, a candidate for governor, brings a fresh perspective. He combines business smarts with a deep love for Maine's environment. His time in the North Woods shaped his commitment to nature. Meanwhile, his private sector experience taught him how to manage r...
New York City is a global leader in many ways, but its government systems are stuck in the past. The next mayor will face a big challenge: fixing outdated technology that slows down services and makes life harder for residents. Right now, the city's financial systems are falling apart. Rules for buying goods and services block new ideas. Agencies keep data locked aw...
New York City's plan to tackle trash and rats has hit a snag. The city wants Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) to buy expensive trash containers. This is causing a stir, as BIDs are not city agencies but groups that support local businesses. They already fund street cleaning and security from their own budgets. The city's demand seems unfair and shows a lack of u...
The National Weather Service has been trying to shake things up. When the new boss took over, they had a list of ten big ideas. These were supposed to make the weather service work better. The new boss even gave a speech about it. He talked about how they had already done some good stuff. Like getting rid of an old, clunky communication system. But it is not al...
On April 29, 2025, Los Angeles County saw a significant disruption as tens of thousands of workers took to the streets. The workers, members of SEIU Local 721, were protesting what they saw as unfair treatment and a failure to negotiate a new contract. This was not just any strike. It was the first time in the county's history that all members of SEIU Local 721 ha...
The Education Department has reopened the online gateway for income-driven repayment plans for student loans. This move comes after a court decision in February that temporarily halted the Biden administration's Saving on a Valuable Education Plan and parts of other income-driven repayment plans. The shutdown had made it tough for those already in repayment plans to ...
In a quiet neighborhood of Alexandria, Virginia, a shocking discovery was made. A woman, later identified as Jessica Aber, was found unresponsive in her home. She was only 43 years old. The news sent ripples through the legal community, as Aber was no ordinary resident. She had served as the U. S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, a role she held with d...