South Carolina chosen as first state on Democrats’ 2028 primary calendar
The DNC's new primary calendar signals a shift from previous years, when less diverse states were the ones to begin...
Year: 2026
Lala is now a hurricane as it nears Hawaii’s Big Island
Hurricane Lala strengthened as it approached Hawaii’s Big Island, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds and the threat of flooding and...
Lebanon sees deadliest attacks in months as Israeli strikes kill 11
Eleven people were killed in two Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon Saturday, marking some of the deadliest attacks on the country...
Lettuce eat again — but check your fridge first
Good news: You can eat lettuce again! Just steer clear of the recalled iceberg lettuce tied to the cyclospora outbreak.
Suppressors sold unregistered for the first time since FDR, but not for everyone
A Texas ruling limits National Firearms Act registration for suppressors and short-barreled firearms, but background checks may still apply.
Pennsylvania’s SNAP costs expected to increase by $190M due to cost-share changes
States are racing to cut food stamp error rates as penalties in the One Big Beautiful Bill could depend on...
5 people injured during shooting at Virginia State University involving multiple suspects
Five people were wounded in a shooting at Virginia State University days before classes are set to begin, prompting a...
Everyone is glued to their phones. These apps and gadgets may help you disconnect
Digital detoxes help people regulate phone usage. A psychologist told Straight Arrow it could help those with phone addictions.
Earthquakes raise fears, but prediction remains elusive
Can scientists predict where and when the next major earthquake will hit? Experts say no — but one says they...
Firefighter entrapments are at a two-decade high for this point in the year
An already historic wildfire season is setting another tragic record, with 12 entrapments so far this year.
