Anne and Frank Bennett have been shaping lives and hairstyles on Staten Island for decades. Their story begins in Brooklyn, where they met as teens and discovered a shared passion for beauty. Frank, originally a carpenter, found his calling in hair coloring, while Anne, a natural artist, thrived in
Anne Goldberg, a tech-savvy senior herself, found her calling in teaching older adults how to use smartphones and tablets. It all started when she created a PowerPoint slideshow for a friend's relative's birthday party. The guests were impressed, and Goldberg received calls from other seniors seekin
Washington state is in a housing jam. Microsoft, a tech heavyweight, has some ideas to help build more homes faster. They've shared four big suggestions with local leaders. First, they want to turn empty office parks and parking lots into places where people can live. Second, they think the process
Washington Square Park, a beloved green space in the heart of New York City, has seen a remarkable transformation. For years, it was a hotspot for crime and drug activity. Residents complained, but little changed. The park's northwest corner was a haven for dealers and addicts. It was a sad sight, d
Washington state is no stranger to floods, but recent storms have shown just how vulnerable communities can be when vital projects are put on hold. The state had secured millions in federal grants to protect homes and move people away from flood-prone areas. However, the Trump administration's attem
Washington state officials are fuming over a federal order that forces a coal plant to stay open. The Department of Energy, led by President Trump, has told TransAlta to keep running its Centralia coal plant. This goes against a state law that says coal power must stop by the end of the year. The o
Washington state is thinking about saying goodbye to studded tires. These tires have metal spikes that help drivers grip icy roads. But, they also cause a lot of damage to the roads. The Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) says these tires cost the state over $20 million in road repair
Washington state is in the grip of a severe flood crisis. Heavy rain has caused rivers to burst their banks, swallowing homes and roads. The Skagit River, near Seattle, is one of the worst hit areas. Tens of thousands of people have been told to leave their homes. The governor has declared a state o
Barbara Leszynski, a retired middle school science teacher, has left a lasting mark on Westlake Schools. She recently stepped down from the Westlake Board of Education after nearly 14 years of service. Her contributions were recognized and celebrated during her final meeting. Leszynski's time on th
Washington, D. C. , is about to see a big change. Mayor Muriel Bowser has decided not to run for another term. This is a huge deal because it's been a while since the city has had a mayoral race without an incumbent. Bowser has been in office since 2015. Before that, she spent over ten years in loc
