U.S.
- USRaleigh News and Observer
Get ready for hurricane season in NC: 2024 tips and forecasts
Residents across North Carolina should be prepared for a potentially intense storm season.
5 min read - USLubbock Avalanche-Journal
What are Lubbock mayoral candidates’ policy positions?
As early voting nears, candidates vying to become Lubbock's next mayor discussed policy in a recent forum.
7 min read - USDelaware Online | The News Journal
Early report on city schools 'sparked outrage' for Wilmington Learning Collaborative
An early report on city schools 'sparked outrage' among teachers. Wilmington Learning Collaborative leaders aim to chart a course forward.
5 min read - USDelaware Online | The News Journal
Shuttered Elbert-Palmer school may become housing. Will Southbridge residents be included?
Plans to demolish a shuttered elementary school and build needed affordable housing in Southbridge could take away a piece of neighborhood history.
8 min read - BusinessThe Star Press
Midwest region gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in Midwest region last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Why NJ won't let Paterson settle with 2 who served 24 years before tossed conviction
State monitors have impeded city efforts to settle a suit filed by men who spent 24 years in prison before their murder convictions were overturned.
3 min read - USLockport Union-Sun & Journal, N.Y.
Local groups getting ready for annual Erie Canal-side cleanup effort
Apr. 19—This weekend, numerous volunteers will be taking to sections of the Erie Canal towpath with gloves and rakes in hand to do some spring cleaning. Groups of all sizes across New York state are taking part in the annual Canal Clean Sweep initiative organized by the state Canal Corporation and Parks & Trails New York. Canal Clean Sweep has volunteers clearing trash and spiffing up the Erie ...
4 min read - USThe Bergen Record
NJ labor department officials discuss unemployment benefits at Trenton budget hearing
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development officials testified before the state Senate budget committee Thursday in Trenton.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
A 'nuisance': West Milford wants to oust unlicensed cannabis retailers
On the brink of cannabis culture's high holiday, April 20, West Milford officials are seeking to oust the town's unregulated cannabis retailers.
2 min read - USThe Bergen Record
These are the safest towns in New Jersey, study says
SafeWise, a site that contextualizes national crime and safety trends, came up with a list ranking the safest cities in New Jersey for 2024.
3 min read - BusinessMansfield News Journal
Ohio gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in Ohio last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Paterson’s 3rd Ward council race plays out under lingering cloud of election fraud charges
In addition to former Councilman William McKoy, the newcomer in the race is Assad Akhter, Gov. Phil Murphy’s senior director of government affairs.
3 min read - OpinionThe Bergen Record
Breaking ground on accountability: It’s time to address NJ construction tax fraud
As taxpayers, we shouldn’t be supporting businesses that cheat their workers and dodge their taxes. New Jersey must address construction tax fraud.
4 min read - USPortland Press Herald, Maine
Portland's Amtrak station may move from Thompson's Point
Apr. 19—The operator of the Amtrak Downeaster hopes to increase the passenger train's efficiency and appeal to travelers by building a new Portland station along the main rail line that runs from Boston to Brunswick. Passengers hope the new station will ease traveler and parking congestion where the Downeaster currently stops at the Portland Transportation Center, a facility owned by and ...
4 min read - BusinessThe Spectrum
Unemployment claims in Utah increased last week
Here's a look at how weekly unemployment claims changed in Utah last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - USYork Daily Record
Spring Garden Twp. Police Chief George Swartz retires, staff recognizes accomplishments
Police Chief George Swartz Jr. worked for the York City Police Department before leading the Spring Garden Township force.
1 min read - USCheboygan Daily Tribune
Cheboygan police urge proactive steps following vehicle break-ins
The Cheboygan Police Department issued a warning for residents to take proactive steps to safeguard their vehicles and personal belongings following two recent vehicle break-ins.
1 min read - USPetoskey News Review
After years of delays, work re-starts on trail linking Boyne City and Charlevoix
The trail has been under active development since about 2010. Work got off track during the pandemic, but Phase 3 is now slated for completion this year.
2 min read - LifestyleThe Standard-Times
Spring is on air with new menus on the SouthCoast: New Bedford Eats
Ready to eat? Check out what's new in the SouthCoast:
3 min read - LifestyleCheboygan Daily Tribune
Pastor's Corner: A plan
Pastor Jim Watt writes about spring's renewal.
2 min read - USPetoskey News Review
Robotic beach cleaner deployed to tackle Great Lakes plastic pollution
Don't be surprised if you see the BeBot helping to keep your local beach clean this summer.
3 min read - USThe Standard-Times
What is going to happen with the Capitol Theater? Big plans are in store in the North End
The century-old Capitol Theater in New Bedford, long vacant, is getting a second life, with apartments and storefronts. See what's happening.
3 min read - OpinionHerald-Tribune
Florida's message to outdoor workers: 'No rest, no shade, no water and no empathy.'
Local and city governments may not pass requirements more stringent than those in state or federal law.
2 min read - USPetoskey News Review
Help keep Charlevoix's beaches clean during Earth Day event
Volunteers are invited to join in the effort to preserve Charlevoix beaches on April 22.
1 min read - USPortsmouth Herald
Court: NH communities can’t reject solar on looks, property value fears alone
NH Supreme Court said a board cannot deny projects that comply with ordinances based on its “own personal feelings.”
4 min read - USHillsdale Daily News
Somerset Township changes course on early voting
Voters can cast an early ballot for the nine days leading up to state and federal elections at the early voting site inside the courthouse.
1 min read - USThe Daily Telegram
Michigan Court of Appeals orders another new sentence in Lenawee County sex abuse case
A man convicted in a 2018 sex abuse case will get another new sentence after an error was found in how the minimum sentence length was determined.
5 min read - BusinessThe Daily American
Unemployment claims in Pennsylvania declined last week
Here's a look at how weekly unemployment claims changed in Pennsylvania last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - USDemocrat and Chronicle
Proposed underground railroad corridor would go through Monroe County, unify historic sites
A byway in Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania connects 46 underground railroad sites. The route across New York would link more historic spots.
3 min read - USThe Monroe News
David and Michelle Jondro celebrating 50th anniversary
The Monroe couple has four children and 14 grandchildren. They are members of St. Mary Catholic Church.
1 min read - USNBC News
Ex-Indiana teacher accused of encouraging classmates to beat up 7-year-old with disabilities
A former teacher in Indiana is accused of orchestrating a “Fight Club” in which he allegedly encouraged classmates to beat up a 7-year-old student with disabilities and videotaping at least one assault, according to a lawsuit filed this week.
5 min read - LifestyleDemocrat and Chronicle
4/20 is almost here: 10 places to celebrate the weed holiday in Rochester
Where you might mark the unofficial celebration of marijuana in Rochester on Saturday.
4 min read - OpinionPetoskey News Review
Keep it Simple: Climate control and the art of gardening
The day we see vineyards and cherry trees in Traverse City replaced by pineapple plantations and orange groves, it will be well beyond when we can do anything about global warming.
4 min read - LifestyleThe Daily Reporter
Shayne Looper: Hope wins in the battle of worldviews
The hope of a world set right and peopled with men and women made new was one that neither Epicureanism or Stoicism – or any of today’s ideologies – could dream.
4 min read - USUnited Press International
On This Day, April 19: Police arrest Boston Marathon bomber, brother killed
On April 19, 2013, one Boston Marathon bombing suspect was killed by police and another, his brother, was arrested.
4 min read - PoliticsThe Guardian
Trump’s hush-money trial enters fourth day after difficult jury-selection process
Prospective jurors were grilled on myriad facets of their life, with one raising concerns her identity had been discovered
2 min read - USIowa Capital Dispatch
Iowa lawmakers debate until 2 a.m. in race to finish 2024 legislative session
Iowa lawmakers debated budget bills into the early morning Friday as they aim for the end of session in the coming days. Though legislators spent much of their days in party caucus meetings Thursday, members of both the House and Senate moved through dozens of bills during debate, in addition to meetings of the chambers’ […] The post Iowa lawmakers debate until 2 a.m. in race to finish 2024 legislative session appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
20 min read - USThe News-Messenger
Burr oak planting set at Hayes home April 26
A tour and breakfast are set on the verandah of the Hayes home.
2 min read - USWKRG
Man tased after leading Okaloosa County deputies on chase, being found with drugs: OCSO
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — A man was arrested Sunday after he led deputies on a chase and was found with drugs, according to a Facebook post from the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office. The post said deputies tried to perform a traffic stop on a Nissan driven by 26-year-old Nkosi Seals Sunday around 2:30 p.m. […]
1 min read - USWKRG
George County deputies arrest Irvington man on drug charge
An Irvington man was arrested Wednesday on a drug charge, according to the George County Sheriff's Office.
1 min read - USWKRG
Household supply drive to help Mobile families in need — what you can donate
The city of Mobile is partnering with a community organization to help local needy families, and it seeks donations.
1 min read - USKTLA articles
Compton community leader mistakenly detained by L.A. County deputies demands answers
A Compton community leader wants accountability from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department after deputies broke into his home and wrongfully detained him. On April 18, 2023, deputies burst into the home of Derrick Cooper, 55, at around 4 a.m. with their weapons drawn. They handcuffed him and hauled him outside while he was still […]
5 min read - USWKRG
Groundbreaking set for Gulf Shores High School
Construction on a new school in Gulf Shores begins soon.
1 min read - USWHIO
Man sentenced to probation for gunfight at Harrison Township bar last year
A man has been sentenced to probation following a gunfight at a Harrison Township last year.
1 min read - USKXAN
Del Valle ISD looking to hire 90 teachers
As the school year comes to an end many districts across Central Texas will now look to fill vacant positions for the upcoming year.
2 min read - USKOIN
Clackamas Fire battles blaze at historic Timberline Lodge
Clackamas Fire has confirmed that a fire has broken out on Mt. Hood’s Timberline Lodge Thursday night.
1 min read - USKSWB articles
Over $5 million worth of drugs seized in first half of April: CBP
Authorities have seized more than $5 million worth of narcotics in the first two weeks of April, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection said Thursday.
1 min read - USKLAS articles
Why changing Boulder Highway’s name might help save lives
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – The word “highway” invokes the image of a road with a high-speed limit, connecting two cities with little to no foot traffic, and initially, Boulder Highway was just that, however, after years of development safety activists point out the name might be causing some drivers to go beyond the limit. Constructed […]
4 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Robbery suspect shot and killed by officers after chase in Gwinnett County, police say
Gwinnett police say a man is dead after a shooting involving their officers on Thursday evening.
2 min read - USKSWB articles
Camp Pendleton confirms Marine missing, did not report for duty
A North Carolina family is trying to locate missing Camp Pendleton Marine Corporal Charles Alex Benfield.
2 min read