City councilors in Duncan, Oklahoma, have approved a series of resolutions that may bring grant funding to foster local wellness initiatives. The move focuses on “support and promote” measures intended to uplift community health.

Chronic uncertainty surrounding Social Security benefits, tax policies, and healthcare coverage raises anxiety among workers and retirees nationwide. As outdated or changing regulations continue to leave households in limbo, the overall economy feels the strain.

San Francisco is rolling out an accelerated effort to identify and protect historic and cultural sites, even as it updates zoning rules to promote housing construction. City leaders aim to ensure that preserving local landmarks does not stand in the way of addressing urgent housing needs.

Police and organizers in Traverse City are collaborating to keep the upcoming ‘No Kings 3’ event safe, with as many as 7,000 people expected to gather. The focus on security underscores the community’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful demonstration this Saturday.

In small groups, community members worked together to map out better bicycle lanes, pedestrian walkways, and additional active transportation improvements. This collaborative approach brought participants together to shape a vision for safer, more accessible travel for everyone.

Japan is exploring a major shift to coal-fired power generation as liquefied natural gas costs climb. A new proposal could remove the current 50% utilization cap on coal plants, potentially cutting LNG imports by half a million tons every year.

President Donald Trump’s recent Cabinet meeting veered from pressing discussions on tensions with Iran and rising prices to an unexpected spotlight on Sharpie markers. The President invoked the old adage about the pen’s power, with a twist—he believes it’s mightiest if it’s a Sharpie.

A recent article highlights how housing inmates accounts for nearly a third of one county jail’s budget. Although full details remain behind a paywall, the story raises questions about how this level of spending influences broader community and financial priorities.

President Donald Trump announced he would sign an emergency order to pay Transportation Security Administration agents as Congress remains locked in a budget impasse. The move highlights the growing urgency in Washington to address federal workers going unpaid due to the funding deadlock.

Owensboro Health remains steadfast in its mission to deliver high-quality care to patients across the region. However, with its revenue heavily reliant on Medicare and Medicaid, the system must now brace for funding reductions linked to the Big Beautiful Bill.

Many immigrants view the United States military as a gateway to citizenship, yet the road from soldier to citizen is rarely smooth. Despite wearing the uniform, foreign-born troops often encounter hurdles that can prolong or complicate their naturalization journey.

President Trump’s conflict with Iran has fueled a surge in global energy prices, ironically strengthening Iran and Russia. This opinion piece underscores how those rising costs harm global stability, the environment, and everyday consumers, urging Democrats to advocate for reduced fossil fuel consumption.

Ashfield residents will soon decide whether to increase the maximum size of accessory dwelling units from 900 to 1,200 square feet. The proposed “protected-use accessory dwelling unit bylaw” will be up for a vote at the Annual Town Meeting on May 2.

Alaska’s latest revenue forecast may look impressive at first glance, courtesy of recent oil price surges driven by global tensions. But as this editorial notes, lawmakers risk repeating deadly mistakes by allocating money that hasn’t yet been secured.

A scathing letter to the editor criticizes what it calls an ongoing pattern of hostility toward America’s allies, citing Donald Trump’s threats to impose a full embargo on Spain. The argument highlights Trump’s readiness to use insults and economic pressure whenever partners refuse to accommodate his demands.

For days, one constituent tried reaching Sen. Dan Sullivan’s office to ask about the war in Iran—only to be met with voicemails. When a staff member finally answered, they were confronted with pressing questions about whether Sullivan is making America less safe.

Conflict in the Middle East is rattling energy markets worldwide, raising fresh debates in Alaska over how to harness its North Slope natural gas resources. Officials argue that completing the pipeline is the logical next step in reducing reliance on foreign sources.

Mars and Adams Township, nestled in a rapidly growing corner of Butler County, are weighing a local merger that is seldom seen in Pennsylvania. While full details remain limited to paid subscribers, the very notion of a municipal consolidation in this area is attracting attention.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stunned onlookers at a Pentagon press conference, blasting former President George Bush as “foolish” for his approach to an unfolding conflict. The severe critique highlights a widening rift within U.S. defense circles as tensions heat up over an alarming war update.

A distant conflict in Iran is causing ripple effects in Pittsburgh. Local residents are now facing price spikes that underscore how global events can impact everyday life.

North Carolina’s Attorney General Jeff Jackson has joined seven other Democratic attorneys general to block a $6 billion merger between Nexstar and Tegna. The multi-state lawsuit challenges what they see as an overreach in media consolidation, raising questions about its potential effect on local broadcasting and competition.