New tests for autism are popping up fast. But are they really ready to help? Scientists are still figuring out how to spot autism early. Yet, companies are already selling tests. Some check hair, skin, or even a mom's blood. They promise to tell if a baby might have autism. But experts say these tes
New Jersey has seen a big drop in crime in 2025. Governor Phil Murphy shared this good news. He said there were fewer shootings and car thefts. This is the fourth year in a row that shootings have gone down. Last year, 559 people were shot in New Jersey. That is 28% fewer than the year before. Out
New York City is seeing a troubling trend in 2025: a sharp rise in youth-related crime. The numbers are alarming. Nearly one in five shooters and one in seven shooting victims are under 18. This spike has reignited debates about the "Raise the Age" law, which treats 16- and 17-year-olds as juveniles
New England is always buzzing with news. As 2026 kicks off, several stories from last year are still making waves. Let's dive in. First up, a legal drama that's far from over. Remember the case of Lindsay Read? She was found not guilty in the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Kee
New Orleans has seen a drop in violent crime for the third year in a row. This news comes just as National Guard troops start patrolling the city. The troops were sent by President Donald Trump. Local leaders had been against this idea for months. They argued that crime was already going down. They
New York's approach to justice has been under scrutiny lately, especially when it comes to diversion programs. These programs, meant to rehabilitate rather than punish, are not always working as intended. Take the case of Wei Hou, a man accused of killing his elderly mother. Before this tragic even
New Jersey is in for a weather rollercoaster. Tonight, the state will see dry conditions with clouds rolling in. But don't get too comfortable—tomorrow is set to bring a mix of rain and warmer temperatures. By late Tuesday afternoon, rain is expected to hit the northern half of the state. A low-pre
New nurses stepping into critical care units often face a steep learning curve. This review aims to see if simulation training can make this transition smoother. By looking at different studies, it wants to find out how well these training methods work. The goal is to help new nurses feel more confi
New York City is in for a treat this week, with temperatures set to climb into the 50s. This is a welcome change from the usual freezing weather that has been sticking around. The week starts off with a high of 37 degrees on Sunday. Winds will be blowing at around 24 miles-per-hour, but there will
New York City's streets are buzzing with e-bikes, but not in a good way. These speedy machines are causing chaos, and the city is struggling to keep up. E-bikes are now a major part of the city's transportation scene, but they're also a big part of the problem. They zoom down sidewalks, ignore traff
