Staten Island is in for a chilly ride this week. The weather folks are warning about black ice on the roads early Wednesday. This is because the roads are still wet from Tuesday's rain, and the temperature is just above freezing. It's a slippery situation, so drivers need to be extra careful. The w
In a shocking turn of events, a gas explosion rocked a nursing home in Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, on a seemingly ordinary Tuesday. The blast, which occurred around 2:15 p. m. , caused part of the Bristol Health and Rehab Center to collapse, trapping an unknown number of people inside. The afte
A recent case of rabies in a Chicago dog has raised concerns, but the risk to the public is low. The dog, adopted from PAWS Chicago, was put down after showing aggressive behavior. Tests later confirmed it had rabies. PAWS Chicago has been around for 27 years and has helped over 91, 000 pets find h
Podcasts are a big deal these days. They cover all sorts of topics, from true crime to comedy. Right now, there are some new shows that are getting a lot of attention. One of these is \'The Brothers Ortiz\'. It is a true crime podcast. It dives into some serious stories. People seem to really like
Dams are changing rivers in big ways. They are breaking up rivers and messing with tiny plant-like creatures called phytoplankton. But how exactly do lots of dams, especially in rocky rivers, affect these tiny plants? That's what scientists wanted to find out. They looked at a river in China with l
Christmas Eve might look like a snowy wonderland, but it's not all fun and games. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued winter weather alerts across the country. This means heavy snow, icy roads, and travel headaches for millions. Millions of Americans are planning to travel for the holiday
Gale Castillo's journey began with a simple yet profound moment. Her son, a high school junior, was once asked by a friend, "What gang are you in? " This question came after a class discussion about his Mexican heritage. The friend, who had known him since kindergarten, should have known better. Thi
A shocking event has taken place in Chicago, Illinois. A young dog was found to have rabies, a disease not seen in a dog in the state for over three decades. The dog, less than a year old, was part of a rescue effort from the Southeastern U. S. and was adopted by a local family. The dog's behavior
Philip Young, a 49-year-old man, has been accused of multiple serious crimes against his ex-wife. These charges cover a long period of 13 years. He is accused of 56 offences, including rape and drugging his ex-wife, Joanne Young. Young did not enter a plea when he appeared in court. Young used to b
The country is in for a surprisingly warm Christmas week, with this mild trend likely to stick around as we step into the New Year. This unexpected warmth could even break some records, especially in the Southern Plains. Places like Wichita and points south might see temperatures soaring high enough
