CAL

May 10 2026LIFESTYLE

Celebrities and their go-to spots in Providence

Providence’s food scene is getting noticed by more than just locals. While the city’s arts and education reputation draws crowds, its restaurants are quietly becoming a favorite for celebrities passing through. Some visits are planned—like Jamie Lee Curtis stopping by Seven Stars Bakery daily during

reading time less than a minute
May 10 2026RELIGION

Religious freedom debates heat up as new commission pushes boundaries

A government panel created last year is stirring controversy by pushing ideas that could reshape how religion interacts with public life in America. The group, made up mostly of conservative Christian leaders, recently shared its goals in public meetings. Their proposals include giving religious gro

reading time less than a minute
May 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Why a weird alien world’s goodbye matters more than you think

Scavengers Reign ends on Netflix this May after three quiet but unforgettable years. The show never chased explosions or laser battles. Instead it dropped six space travelers on an alien planet called Vesta where the real monsters weren’t giant bugs—they were the rules of life itself. Every plant pu

reading time less than a minute
May 10 2026HEALTH

When Poisoning Isn’t Clear: How ERs Can Handle Uncertain Cases

Hospitals see many patients who might have been poisoned but aren’t sure what caused it. Doctors need a way to act fast without knowing the exact toxin. New guidelines help emergency teams figure out what to do next. These rules focus on quick thinking. First, doctors check for clues about what the

reading time less than a minute
May 10 2026POLITICS

A Look Back at the Life of a Labor Leader

George Gresham spent over four decades fighting for workers' rights in New York's healthcare industry. Starting as a housekeeper in a city hospital, he climbed the ranks to become one of the most influential labor leaders in the state. His journey from a hospital floor worker to the president of 119

reading time less than a minute
May 10 2026CRIME

What happens when dangerous people slip through the cracks?

A shocking case in New York shows how broken systems can fail everyone. A 32-year-old man with a history of trouble was seen acting strangely near a subway station. Police took him to a hospital for evaluation, where he was released just 70 minutes later. Hours after walking free, he allegedly shove

reading time less than a minute
May 10 2026CRIME

What’s really behind the FBI raids and the political storm?

The sudden FBI raids on two CBD shops—one in Norfolk and another in Portsmouth—have left more questions than answers. One of the shop owners, Carlton Upton Jr. , now faces three serious fraud charges in federal court. But the bigger mystery is whether his case connects to the raid on state Sen. Loui

reading time less than a minute
May 10 2026POLITICS

Money talks too loud in US politics, say most Americans

A new poll shows most Americans believe political campaigns are drowning in cash, and they’re tired of it. Over seven in ten think there’s too much money in politics, regardless of party. Many see billionaires and corporate donors calling the shots instead of regular voters. Half the country feels e

reading time less than a minute
May 10 2026BUSINESS

How Rising Fuel Costs Push Small Vendors to Adapt at Farmers Markets

The climb in gas prices has hit both sellers and shoppers hard. About a year ago, filling up a tank cost $3. 98 a gallon, but now some drivers pay nearly $6. For a farm shifting loads of berries from Central Coast fields to market, that extra cost adds up fast. One family-run business now spends $14

reading time less than a minute
May 10 2026POLITICS

Micromobility is fun but risky for kids

Riding electric scooters and bikes seems like a quick way to zip around town. But doctors who treat kids in emergencies see the dark side of these rides. A recent study counted nearly half a million injuries from these vehicles between 2017 and 2023. The numbers keep climbing, especially among young

reading time less than a minute