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How Clean is Clean Enough? Bacteria and Our Rivers

April 16, 2026

Nothing we flush ever really disappears. Most of it ends up in a treatment plant where armies of bacteria quietly get to work, breaking down what we send down the pipes. In cities with advanced systems like the A2O process, wastewater passes through three stages—first without oxygen, then with limit

weather

Tornadoes hit Michigan cities overnight, leaving a trail of damage

April 16, 2026

Two small tornadoes swept through parts of Michigan early Wednesday morning, according to weather experts. One touched down in Ann Arbor just before 2 a. m. , spinning at 110 mph for about two minutes. It started near Jackson Avenue and Interstate 94, then moved toward downtown before fading out nea

weather

New Jersey braces for storms, heat, and a sudden cold snap

April 16, 2026

Tonight, northern New Jersey could see some rough weather after 7 p. m. , with isolated thunderstorms packing strong winds and hail. These storms aren’t expected to blanket the whole state—just a few scattered cells popping up before midnight. On Thursday, the heat returns, pushing temperatures into

politics

Tax Dollars at Work: Protesters Demand Change in Santa Rosa

April 16, 2026

On April 15, a group of Santa Rosa residents gathered outside the IRS office to voice their concerns about how tax money is being used. Among them was a man dressed as Uncle Sam, playing drums to draw attention. The crowd included families with dogs, peace activists, and local groups who marched to

education

When Colleges Charge Too Much, Who Really Pays?

April 16, 2026

A year-long study by a Yale-led team recently shook the foundations of elite higher education. Their conclusion? Top universities are losing the public’s trust fast. Ten years ago, over half of Americans trusted colleges to do the right thing. Today, barely one in three feels the same way. The drop

crime

Tech Leader Denies Abuse Claims as Family Feud Escalates

April 16, 2026

A high-profile tech executive now faces serious allegations from his own sister, spanning nearly a decade of abuse starting when she was just three years old. The accusations paint a disturbing picture of repeated harm within the family home, with the most recent incidents allegedly occurring when t

health

A new healthcare campus for Cleveland in 2026

April 16, 2026

Cleveland is getting a major boost for healthcare training with a shared campus opening in 2026. Three groups—New Bridge Cleveland, Youth Opportunities Unlimited, and the Central School of Practical Nursing—are working together to turn a 100, 000-square-foot building in the St. Clair-Superior area i

religion

When Faith Meets Shame: How Religious Ideas Shape Feelings About Sex After Trauma

April 16, 2026

Too often, people who’ve survived sexual violence are left dealing with more than just the memory of what happened. They also carry emotional scars that can make them feel dirty, guilty, or broken about their own bodies and desires. Religious beliefs about purity—especially those that mix sex with m

health

How online groups are reshaping India's abortion debate

April 16, 2026

In recent years, a new wave of opposition to abortion has emerged in India, backed by powerful groups. They use social media, schools, and even crisis helplines to push their views. Instead of plain arguments, they mix science, religion, and emotions to sway young people. Some even twist political a

crime

SantaCon’s big party funds turned into personal shopping spree

April 16, 2026

Every December, thousands of Santa lookalikes flood New York sidewalks, bars, and subway cars with red suits and festive chaos. The event bills itself as a “charitable, non-political, nonsensical Santa Claus convention, ” selling tickets for $10 to $20 with promises the cash will help local causes.