The Alley, a landmark in Avondale that has served punk, goth, and metal fans for decades, is looking for a new leader. Mark Thomas, who opened the shop in 1976 after buying jewelry‑making gear with a savings bond, now faces health issues and doubts about how long he can keep running the store.
On Tuesday, Russia accused the United States of breaking its pledge to the United Nations by refusing a visa for a top Russian diplomat. The issue came up during a Security Council meeting led by China’s foreign minister, where Russia expected its deputy foreign minister, Alexander Alimov, to attend
Anne Kepner is running to replace Aisha Wahab in California’s Senate District 10, and her campaign is built around three big problems: housing is too expensive, good jobs are hard to find, and healthcare costs too much for aging residents. She’s not just talking about these issues; she’s worked on t
The Army just got its hands on the first batch of updated Javelin missile launchers, a move the military says will help soldiers spot targets faster and carry less gear. Built by two big defense companies, these new launchers shrink the old model’s size by 30% and trim weight by 25%, making them eas
After three days of rain, New Jersey finally saw clear skies on Tuesday. But the break didn’t last long. Rain is forecast to return overnight and continue through Wednesday, with possible thunderstorms in some areas. A weather system stuck over the region will bring multiple rounds of showers start
A thick fog blanketed parts of Pennsylvania this morning, but it shouldn’t stick around long. Forecasts suggest it will lift by 10 a. m. , leaving behind sunny skies in central areas like Harrisburg. Temperatures will climb close to 80 degrees—typical for late spring but still warm enough to feel li
Maine families have watched their grocery bills climb for years, and one big reason sits thousands of miles away in California. A state rule called Proposition 12 forces stores to sell only pork and eggs from animals kept in special pens. That sounds nice, but it costs farms more to follow the rules
Across the U. S. , people are pushing back against property taxes. Many have paid off their homes but still get bills they can’t pay. Some local governments will even sell their homes if the taxes aren’t paid. This isn’t just happening in one state—it’s a growing trend. More than a dozen states are
Science says our brains aren’t built to sprint from morning to midnight. Around 1 p. m. most people hit a low-energy dip called the circadian slump. Instead of fighting it with coffee or another screen, researchers tested whether a short nap could fix the problem. The experiment put 20 adults in a
Three former employees of Washington’s Department of Commerce have filed a lawsuit accusing top human resources leaders of fostering a toxic work environment. Amanda L. Davis, Catherine M. George, and Nicole Rivera claim they faced discrimination based on race, gender, and age, along with retaliatio
