YORK FEDERAL RESERVE

Apr 28 2026LIFESTYLE

Outdoor dining returns to York’s George Street in 2026

York’s George Street will buzz with life again next year as outdoor dining makes a comeback. Starting May 2 and running till Halloween on October 31, Restaurant Row will host sidewalk tables every Saturday. Hours stretch from 4:30 p. m. to 10 p. m. , giving visitors a long evening under the sky. Se

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Apr 26 2026FINANCE

Yorkville’s budget plan for 2027: What’s inside and why it matters

Yorkville is getting ready for its financial future with a 2027 budget that promises a steady five-year outlook. The city has set aside $27. 9 million for its general fund, enough to cover its yearly expenses without running short. This budget passed smoothly during an April meeting, kicking off a n

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

US Moves Closer to Easing Marijuana Rules

Federal officials are preparing for a major shift in how marijuana is treated under U. S. law, with changes expected as soon as this week. If approved, this would be the biggest update to marijuana policy in years, making it easier for scientists to study the drug's possible benefits. The push for

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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

Health Care Fraud: Eight Arrests in Los Angeles Area

Federal agents arrested eight people last week after uncovering a $50 million fraud scheme linked to Los Angeles hospitals and other health programs. The investigation focused on five hospice centers in Glendale, Artesia, Tarzana and Simi Valley. These facilities allegedly billed Medicare for pa

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Mar 05 2026CRIME

Crypto Scam Hunt Yields $61M Recovery

Federal agents in North Carolina recovered more than $61 million worth of Tether (USDT) after dismantling a romance‑based pig‑butchering scam. The case shows how investigators used the open nature of blockchain data to follow money through a maze of wallets, even after scammers tried to hide thei

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Feb 28 2026CRIME

Justice Decision Keeps Death Penalty Off the Table for Mangione

Federal prosecutors in New York have decided not to challenge a judge’s ruling that removed the death penalty from the case involving Luigi Mangione. The decision was announced in a letter sent to the court on Friday, and it means the federal trial will likely start this fall with jury selection in

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Jan 16 2026EDUCATION

York's Arts Scene Gets a Big Boost

York College, DreamWrights Center for Community Arts, and York Country Day School have joined forces to make arts education bigger and better. This team-up aims to spark creativity, bring the community together, and put York County on the map as a hotspot for culture and the arts. The plan is to cr

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Jan 11 2026BUSINESS

Yorkville's Newest Helpers in Tough Times

Yorkville is getting a new kind of helper. Aftermath Services is opening a big new place in town. They are experts in cleaning up after really hard situations. Think crime scenes or accidents. Their new spot is at 1215 Deer St. It's a huge 5, 000-square-foot space. This means they can help more peop

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Jan 07 2026POLITICS

Workers Fight Back After Being Fired for Their Beliefs

Federal employees who believe they were wrongly fired for their political views are now taking their fight to the courts. They are asking judges and an independent body that handles federal worker disputes to decide if their First Amendment and civil service protections were violated. The cases fil

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Jan 04 2026CRIME

Federal Hill Seeks Stronger Crime Solutions After Recent Arrest

Federal Hill is pushing for stronger measures against violent crime after a suspect was caught in a recent murder case. The victim, Charles Brothers, was shot in an elementary school parking lot during his birthday celebration. This has left the community worried and asking for more help. Jen Covin

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