Dry air and strong winds are returning to southern Colorado today, putting the region under a fire risk alert from morning until evening. Gusts could hit 45 mph, while temperatures climb into the 70s or low 80s near the Front Range and eastern plains. Higher areas will stay cooler, mostly in the 60s
The campus of Northern Illinois University buzzed with excitement on Saturday as DeKalb County Earth Fest returned for its third year. The celebration, built through a partnership between DeCarbon DeKalb and the university, aimed to connect people with nature without heavy guilt. The opening keynot
The Department of Justice has warned Virginia’s governor that it will sue if she signs new gun‑control laws. A letter from the Civil Rights Division says any bill that limits law‑abiding citizens’ right to own firearms could trigger a lawsuit. The letter cites an executive order from the Trump
The FBI’s newest report on internet crime shows a sharp climb in identity theft affecting people over 60. In 2025, more than five thousand complaints were filed by this age group, with losses totaling nearly fifty million dollars—an increase of about seventy percent from the previous year. Older
Angela Dugalic grew up in Des Plaines, Illinois, but her story reaches far beyond the suburbs. Born to Serbian parents who fled the turmoil of their homeland, she carries both U. S. and Serbian citizenship. In 2021, she helped Serbia win gold at EuroBasket, showing that her talent knows no borders.
In recent discussions about health care, the focus has shifted toward making everyday habits a priority in treating long‑term illnesses. Experts argue that rather than waiting for diseases to develop, doctors should first help patients adopt healthier diets, exercise routines, and stress‑reductio
Cameron Young started by carrying clubs at his dad’s country club, but now he earns more than $4 million in a single tournament. His net worth for 2026 is expected to fall between $17 million and $18 million, thanks to big prize money from the PLAYERS Championship and the Wyndham Championship, plu
About two‑thirds of parents say their 18‑to‑28 kids still need money or help at home. More than half feel that this support hurts their own budgets. The data came from a survey of 3, 773 U. S. adults last year. Experts say the practice is becoming normal. It can help young people finish sc
Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens both opened their gates in May 1975, marking a new era for amusement parks in the United States. The two parks were built on different ideas: Kings Dominion aimed to become a large, multi‑theme park in Virginia, while Busch Gardens focused on blending rides with b
The state’s health insurance landmark will be highlighted on Monday at Boston’s historic Faneuil Hall, where former governors and current leaders gather to mark twenty years since the 2006 law that brought coverage to nearly all residents. The gathering will feature speeches from Gov. Maura Healey a
