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county executive

Shake-Ups in Tech: Big Names Switch Jobs in 2025

December 15, 2025

In 2025, top tech companies saw a wave of executive departures. This wasn't just a few people leaving. Many key players at Apple, Tesla, and Meta changed jobs. Some left because of delays in projects. Others were unhappy with new directions. A few even started their own companies. Apple faced big c

environment

Neighbors and Business Clash Over Quarry Truck Traffic

December 15, 2025

A small town in Warren County is facing a big problem. The issue? Too many trucks from a nearby quarry. Residents say the heavy traffic is causing damage and danger. They've had enough and asked for changes. The town listened. At a recent meeting, officials agreed to limit the number of trucks. Now

crime

A Travel Scam Leaves Florida Students and Parents in the Lurch

December 15, 2025

A man from Marblehead, Massachusetts, is in serious trouble after being accused of swindling over 100 Florida high school students and their chaperones out of a huge sum of money. Robert Goodwin, the owner of a travel agency called Stone & Compass, is facing serious charges. He is accused of grand t

finance

Tax Trouble: Why Idaho Homeowners Are Paying More

December 15, 2025

Taxes are climbing for homeowners in Nez Perce County, and the state government is the main reason. The county's budget is set to grow by 1. 62%. Schools and the city of Lewiston are also getting more money, with increases of 2. 8% and 5% respectively. But homeowners are facing much steeper hikes.

environment

South Carolina's Wildlife Fund Hits a Big Milestone

December 15, 2025

The Harry Hampton Memorial Wildlife Fund is making waves in South Carolina's conservation world. They're close to hitting a $5 million mark in donations to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR). The latest grant, planned for 2026, is $190, 000. This money comes from private dona

crime

A Brother's Quest for Truth: Unraveling a Suspicious Death

December 14, 2025

Joe Hunter, a firefighter from Sacramento, California, found himself on the reality show "Survivor" not just to compete, but to honor his late sister, Joanna. Her death, initially ruled a suicide, has always felt like an unfinished story to Joe. He believes his sister was murdered, and he's on a mis

weather

Winter's First Flurry: A Look at Snowfall Across the Tri-State Area

December 14, 2025

The Tri-State area got its first big snowfall of the season. It started late Saturday night and kept going into Sunday morning. The snow amounts varied a lot. Some places got just a little, while others got a lot more. In Central Park, they measured 1. 1 inches of snow. But up in Sparta, New Jersey

business

Local Wins and Milestones: A Look at Recent Achievements

December 14, 2025

In the world of education and technology, big things are happening right here in our community. Purdue University Northwest's College of Technology just scored over $3 million in grants from the U. S. Department of Defense. This money is going towards boosting education and workforce development in

technology

AI Companies Face Heat Over Risky Chatbot Behavior

December 14, 2025

Over 40 state attorneys general have teamed up to call out big tech companies like OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Apple. Their concern? AI chatbots are acting in ways that could be dangerous, especially for kids. The officials pointed out that these AI systems can sometimes be too nice or giv

education

Maine's Childcare Crisis: A Call for Community Support

December 14, 2025

Maine's childcare system is in a tough spot. Families are struggling to afford quality care, while educators are underpaid and overworked. This isn't just a family issue; it's a problem for Maine's economy too. Let's talk about the cost. Sending a baby to daycare in Cumberland County can cost over