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Gas Surplus in the US While Global Demand Soars During Iran Conflict

May 2, 2026

The war with Iran has caused a major disruption in global gas supplies. Normally, the Middle East supplies a large portion of the world's liquid natural gas (LNG). But recent attacks have damaged key facilities and made shipping routes unsafe. Meanwhile, in the United States, gas is so plentiful tha

business

White Oak cuts 117 jobs as logistics sites shut down

May 2, 2026

White Oak, a company running logistics operations, recently closed two of its sites and let go of 117 workers. This isn’t just a local issue—it mirrors broader shifts in how goods are stored and moved. Automation and online shopping have changed the game, leaving many traditional warehouses struggli

technology

How Massachusetts is using tech to fight potholes before they start

May 2, 2026

Every year, Massachusetts spends millions fixing potholes that form when small cracks grow into big problems. Instead of waiting for complaints from drivers, the state now uses a truck packed with lasers and sensors to scan roads before damage becomes visible. The truck moves at normal speeds, colle

celebrities

Why a Judge Wants Hunter Biden’s Money Details Out in the Open

May 2, 2026

A judge just ordered Hunter Biden to hand over financial records—not because anyone is accusing him of hiding money, but because his spending habits could change how much he pays his ex-partner for their 7-year-old daughter. Lunden Roberts, who shares custody of Navy Joan Roberts, is pushing to rais

finance

School spending gets a fresh look in Southwick

May 2, 2026

The Southwick-Tolland-Granville regional schools face a familiar problem: how to balance their $30 million budget when towns want deeper cuts. At a recent meeting, the school committee chair admitted the system’s finances could be clearer. He asked locals to understand that school budgets don’t work

politics

A Local Government's Big Move Before a Tax Talk

May 2, 2026

Just before a heated discussion on property taxes kicks off, a county made a surprising financial decision. Officials agreed to buy the local water system from a nearby river basin. This purchase isn't just about pipes and pumps. It’s a move that could shake up how the county handles its resources a

opinion

Electric scooters: too fast, too free, and totally ignored by the law

May 2, 2026

Across town, an unspoken rule seems to have taken hold. Bike lanes meant for emergencies now double as parking spots. Drivers sneak into spots marked for fire trucks, assuming no one will notice—or care. It’s not just cars though. Electric scooters, those quiet, zippy devices, have joined the chaos.

politics

Charter Committee's struggle shows why Cincinnati needs fresh political voices

May 2, 2026

Cincinnati’s last city election left the Charter Committee with zero representation on council—a result that seemed to confirm what many suspected: local issues keep taking a backseat to national political drama. While Democratic candidates swept all nine council seats and the mayor’s office, voters

politics

Anchorage at 50: Big Dreams, Tough Choices

May 2, 2026

Anchorage is hitting its half-century mark, and like any 50-year-old, it's at a crossroads. It's not old yet, but it's no longer young either. The city still has plenty of energy and potential, but it's also dealing with growing pains. Like a teenager, Anchorage is awkward, figuring out who it wants

opinion

Why space needs a global team to stay safe and working

May 2, 2026

Most people don’t realize how much daily life depends on signals beamed from satellites. A lost hiker in the mountains gets rescued because a tiny device sends coordinates to satellites overhead. Those same satellites handle phone calls, money transfers, and delivery trucks tracking across oceans. B