SAFETY

Apr 01 2026HEALTH

Health Inspectors Find 25 Violations at Six Phoenix Restaurants

In March, officials checked more than a thousand eateries in the Phoenix area. Six places earned big penalties because they broke food safety rules. At The Porch in Tempe, workers handled raw chicken while wearing gloves, then removed the gloves and touched other foods without washing hands.

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Apr 01 2026HEALTH

Mammoth Lakes Faces Ongoing Hantavirus Threat After Winter Tragedies

In Mammoth Lakes, a ski town in California’s Eastern Sierra, three people lost their lives last year to hantavirus pulmonary syndrome—a rare illness caused by a rodent virus. The deaths shocked residents because the infections happened in winter, a season when the disease usually stays low. The v

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Mar 31 2026TECHNOLOGY

Social Media’s Hidden Toll on Kids

A recent court decision in California found that big tech firms, including the company behind Facebook and Instagram, can be held responsible for harming a young woman’s mental health. The case focused on how these platforms are built to keep users, especially children, hooked. In a separate tria

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Mar 31 2026WEATHER

Cortland Faces Tiny Floods: What You Need to Know

In Cortland County, a flood warning was issued late last night for Wednesday and Thursday. The alert says the Tioughnioga River will reach 8 feet, which is just enough to cause minor flooding. Because of this, a few lanes on Kellogg Road south of town may be closed and traffic could get stuck. The w

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Mar 30 2026OPINION

Albuquerque’s Shooting Range Needs a Make‑over

The Albuquerque Shooting Range Park is a key spot for local gun enthusiasts, offering long‑range target practice, trap and skeet fields, and specialized courses for concealed carry training. It also welcomes women who want to learn safe handling and self‑defense techniques, making it a community hub

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Mar 29 2026HEALTH

Health Inspections Shake Up OC Food Spots

Between March 19 and 26, Orange County’s health inspectors forced several local eateries to pause operations, citing serious cleanliness issues. The problems ranged from creepy-crawly invaders to basic comforts like hot water. Nine places faced temporary shutdowns, with nearly all reopening within d

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Mar 28 2026POLITICS

Grandkids Get a No‑Drive Rule After Tiger’s DUI

President Donald Trump has set a strict rule for his grandchildren: they are not allowed to ride in a car when Tiger Woods is behind the wheel. The rule came after the 50‑year‑old golfer was caught driving under the influence on March 27. Woods has been dating Vanessa Trump, who is 79‑years‑ol

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Mar 27 2026SCIENCE

Safety Gear Can Give a False Sense of Security

Backcountry adventures are getting more popular, and people often bring avalanche tools like transceivers and airbags. These devices have helped many survive falls, but they can also change how people act in danger. When someone feels protected by gear, they may take bigger risks – a trick called ri

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Mar 27 2026POLITICS

Kids and Screens: A New Playtime Plan

The United Kingdom has issued fresh rules for parents, urging them to limit the amount of time young children spend on electronic devices. The guidance says that babies under two years old should not use screens at all, while children aged two to five should be capped at one hour of solo screen time

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Mar 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

A New Look at “Human in the Loop” and AI Safety

The idea that a person can simply watch over an AI system and stop it from doing something wrong has become popular in many companies. Companies that use AI for things like coding or customer service claim that a human will catch any mistakes before they cause problems. However, this belief can be

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