Alameda, a city with a rich history, has been home to some surprising figures. Tom Hanks, Jim Morrison, and Phyllis Diller all lived there at different times. Their stories show how ordinary places can shape extraordinary lives. Tom Hanks spent his teenage years on a floating home at Barnhill Marin
Montana's health care marketplace is shutting down this week. This move comes as premiums remain high, leaving many people wondering what happens next. The state's senators, Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy, back a Republican plan. They want federal money to go towards health savings accounts instead of
Public lands in the U. S. are vast, covering an area more than twice the size of California. These lands are used for many things, including grazing livestock. The government allows ranchers to use these lands for a fee, but the fees are much lower than what ranchers would pay on private land. In fa
Democrats might want to think about being nicer to people if they want to win again. They have a habit of ignoring or dismissing folks who don't fit their idea of perfect. This isn't just about voters, but also about powerful people who might seem a bit odd or difficult. Take Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Colorado is grappling with a serious child care crisis. The cost of child care is a huge burden for many families. For a single parent, child care can take up nearly half of their income. This is way above the federal affordability benchmark of 7%. The state also has a shortage of spots in licensed
President Trump's impact on the judiciary is clear. His appointees to the appellate courts have been very supportive of his policies. In 2025, they voted in his favor 133 times and against only 12 times. That's a huge difference! These judges were appointed during Trump's first term. Now, in his se
A prominent investor has raised concerns about a recent proposal to limit credit card interest rates. Bill Ackman, the CEO of a major investment firm, took to social media to criticize President Donald Trump's suggestion of a temporary 10% cap on credit card interest rates. Ackman argued that such
The Nobel Peace Prize is a big deal. Once someone gets it, that's it. No take-backs. No sharing. No giving it to someone else. That's what the Norwegian Nobel Institute said recently. They made this clear after a Venezuelan leader, Maria Corina Machado, hinted she might give her future prize to Dona
Matt Ryan, the beloved former quarterback of the Atlanta Falcons, has been named the team's new president of football. This is a big move for the Falcons, as they look to turn things around after a few rough seasons. Ryan, who is 40 years old, will now be in charge of finding a new head coach and ge
The village of Bloomingdale is transforming the old Stratford Square Mall into a vibrant mixed-use district called The Grove. This $78 million project aims to bring back the community spirit that the mall once had. The Grove will feature restaurants, entertainment options, and housing, all centered
