Big changes are coming to U. S. national parks. Starting next year, international visitors will pay a lot more to enter. The idea is to make sure they help take care of these special places. For Americans, there's a new annual pass with a familiar price tag. It's still $80, same as before. But there's a twist: it will feature portraits of George Washington and Donal...
Wisconsin is in for a wild ride as a significant winter storm is set to dump a heap of snow. The forecast has been updated, and it's not looking pretty. Expect a whopping 6 to 12 inches of snow, with winds howling up to 35 mph. This isn't just a light dusting; it's a full-blown winter storm warning. The storm is expected to hit hard from 6 PM tonight until midnight ...
New York City's incoming mayor, Zohran Mamdani, had a chat with former President Donald Trump. They talked about New York City's future, like building homes, keeping streets safe, and even electricity prices. Mamdani went to the White House with his team, but only his chief of staff got to join the meeting. They didn't just sit and talk; Trump gave Mamdani a tour. T...
Destiny USA, a huge mall in Syracuse, New York, is in a legal battle with a virtual reality gaming company. The mall wants to evict Zero Latency, a VR gaming venue, because its lease ended a while ago. The mall says Zero Latency should have left by the end of summer, but the company is still there. Zero Latency opened in May 2023 and offers immersive gaming experien...
Alexa Anderson, a high school track star, found herself at the center of a heated debate after she chose to step down from the medal podium during the Oregon state championship. Her decision came after a biological male athlete also received a placement. This act of protest led to a series of events that highlighted the complexities of inclusivity and fairness in spo...
Chicago has seen a big drop in crime lately. Shootings are down by 35%, and carjackings have nearly halved. These numbers are a big deal, but not everyone is happy to talk about them. Some people say President Donald Trump's policies are behind this change. They argue that his crime-fighting efforts have made a real difference in the city. Former Illinois Governor R...
The Conservation Foundation is putting on a free event to talk about how shopping choices can help the planet. It's called \"Shopping with the Environment in Mind\" and will happen on November 21 at McDonald Farm in Naperville. The event is from 4:30 to 5:30 p. m. Diane Osgood, an environmental economist from Oswego, will be the speaker. She wrote a book called \"Yo...
Marriott's recent breakup with Sonder, a short-term rental company, has left many guests scrambling. The sudden split, announced just a week into their stays, has caused chaos for travelers who had booked through Marriott's channels. Guests like Steve McGraw, a retired tech executive, were caught off guard. He had planned a joyful 17-day trip to New York City with h...
The idea of 50-year mortgages has sparked a heated debate online. This proposal comes from the Trump administration, aiming to make home buying easier. Critics argue it could lead to more debt, while supporters see it as a way to lower monthly payments. Home ownership is a big deal in the U. S. Many people struggle to buy their first home. The average age of first-t...
In the heart of California, the Coachella Valley is known for its stunning desert landscapes and political leanings. This area has been a haven for conservative retirees and vacationers, with a history of supporting Republican presidents. However, recent political changes are causing concern among local Republicans. Proposition 50, a ballot measure proposed by Gover...