October 31, 2025

Penny shortage across the US has retailers, banks struggling

Banks and businesses across the nation are struggling to find pennies. Since President Trump scrapped production earlier this year, retailers and banks are scrambling for loose change. Now, they’re taking whatever steps they can to manage the shortage. What steps are stores taking? Giant Eagle grocery stores in Pennsylvania are offering double-value gift cards for pennies […]

October 31, 2025

FBI: ‘Potential terrorist attack’ thwarted in Michigan

The FBI says it has stopped a potential terrorist attack in Michigan ahead of Halloween. FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed Friday morning that agents arrested multiple people allegedly plotting a violent attack.  Patel did not share further details about the suspects or the nature of the threat. In a post on X, Patel said, “This […]

October 31, 2025

YouTube TV users lose access to ESPN, ABC and rest of Disney channels

Disney channels, including ESPN, ABC, FX, National Geographic and Nat Geo Wild, went dark just before midnight on Thursday on YouTube TV because the media giants did not reach a new distribution agreement in time. The channels are reportedly no longer available in about 10 million households after the two sides failed to strike a […]

October 31, 2025

Study finds possible link between COVID in pregnancy and autism risk

A new study published in Obstetrics and Gynecology suggests that children born to women who had COVID-19 during pregnancy may face a higher risk of autism and other developmental disorders. However, researchers noted that the overall risk remains low.  The research, published in The Washington Post, tracked more than 18,000 children born between March 2020 […]

October 31, 2025

You asked, we answered: Border Patrol vs ICE, why name hurricanes?

We’re taking your questions — like whether Border Patrol is part of ICE and why we name hurricanes — and putting them to the test in this week’s Straight From You. Each week, we take your comments and questions and put them to the test — separating fact from speculation and adding the context you won’t […]

October 31, 2025

Senators press for asbestos abatement proof after rapid East Wing demolition

Democratic senators and public health advocates are raising concerns over the rapid demolition of the White House East Wing. Now, they’re demanding proof that the project did not expose workers or the public to cancer-causing asbestos. Lawmakers have asked the White House and its contractors for documentation on inspections, abatement and air monitoring. The demolition […]

October 31, 2025

Public Service Loan Forgiveness overhaul could reshape eligibility by 2026

The Department of Education plans to roll out new changes to its loan forgiveness program by summer. Public service workers hoping to qualify for student debt relief will need to meet updated eligibility standards set by the Trump administration. Rule takes effect in 2026 The rule, announced Oct. 30 and set to take effect July […]

October 31, 2025

Judges face backlash after using AI in legal docs

In a Mississippi civil rights case, a judge’s ruling included allegations not in the lawsuit, and it used the wrong names for the parties involved. How could U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate get this basic information wrong? That same day, July 23, District Judge Julien Neals of New Jersey withdrew a ruling that contained similar […]

October 31, 2025

Poll shows fewer Americans see crime as a serious issue

As President Donald Trump continues to deploy federal troops for his crackdown on crime, fewer Americans believe crime is a serious issue. A new Gallup poll released this week showed that the number is the lowest since 2018. The telephone survey of 1,000 U.S. adults, conducted Oct. 1 to 16,  found that fewer than half […]