A medical professional, Salvador Plasencia, has been given a 30-month prison sentence for providing ketamine to Matthew Perry against the law. This happened just before Perry's passing in 2023. Plasencia, who ran an urgent care clinic in Calabasas, admitted to four counts of distributing ketamine, a
Afghans living in the United States are feeling anxious and stressed. This is because of a recent event that led to stricter immigration rules. A man from Afghanistan was accused of shooting two National Guard members near the White House. After this, the Trump administration started to tighten immi
Missouri's legal system is currently grappling with a contentious issue: the wording of a proposed constitutional amendment that aims to ban most abortions. The debate has intensified as abortion rights advocates argue that the summary of this amendment is misleading and violates rules against combi
Des Moines is getting ready for a serious cold snap. The Extreme Temperature Plan was turned on early Sunday, November 30. The weather is expected to be so cold that it might break records from the 1800s. Iowa could be the coldest state in the country early on December 4. The National Weather Servi
Trust is a big deal when it comes to keeping communities safe. It's not about liking or disliking the police. It's about making sure everyone is on the same page. That's why there's a push for Governor Kathy Hochul to sign the “Keep Police Radios Public Act” into law. This bill, backed by Senate Maj
Portland is growing, but its police force isn't keeping up. With fewer officers than in 1993, response times have doubled. This isn't just about numbers; it's about trust. When people call 911, they expect help to arrive quickly. But with only 809 sworn officers, Portland ranks near the bottom among
California's attempt to modernize its 911 emergency system has hit a major snag. In 2019, Governor Gavin Newsom promised to upgrade the state's outdated 911 system. He wanted to replace the old analog technology with a new digital network. This was supposed to make emergency communications more reli
Elon Musk, the wealthiest individual globally, is known for his ambitious projects and unique approach to urban development. His latest venture, Snailbrook in Bastrop County, Texas, is a testament to this. This sprawling 10-square-mile compound is home to several of Musk's ventures, including the Bo
A significant snowstorm is on its way to Colorado, promising a mix of troubles for travelers. The snow will start late at night, moving from the mountains towards Denver. By midnight, Denver will see a lot of snow, and it will keep moving south along I-25 all night. The next day, morning commuters
Downtown Duluth has seen another business close its doors, and this time it's Paddle North. This store, which sold kayaks, paddleboards, and outdoor gear, opened just a few months ago in June. It was located at 3 West Superior Street, right next to North Shore Tattoo. The store was open from Wednesd
