Empty federal buildings are a growing problem – and an opportunity

In a prime section of downtown Chicago, sandwiched between a federal courthouse and Bank of America, pedestrians must walk under scaffolding to avoid chunks of terra cotta siding falling from a building that locals say is suffering “demolition by neglect.” The building at 202 S. State Street was acquired by the federal government in the … Read more

Americans growing more frustrated with Trump’s approach to economy, CBS News poll finds

Americans growing more frustrated with Trump’s approach to economy, CBS News poll finds – CBS News Watch CBS News CBS News polling finds Americans are growing more frustrated with the economy as the war with Iran keeps gas prices high. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand reports. Source link

As electric bills rise, some states are focusing on the growing profits of utilities

HARRISBURG, Pa. — The artificial intelligence boom is leading to fights in some states over growing utility profits, as governors, attorneys general and others protesting rising electricity bills say cash-strapped residents are stuck in a broken system. Officials and lawmakers in at least six states — including Arizona, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and … Read more

California’s growing mushroom poisoning outbreak is the biggest-ever in U.S.

California’s monthslong spate of mushroom poisonings, in which four people have died and 43 others hospitalized, has become the largest known outbreak of its kind in U.S. history, experts say. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Three cases were reported earlier this week, long after the … Read more

How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic and Pacific

As the globe transitions into an El Niño climate pattern, temperatures in the waters in the Pacific Ocean are on the rise. It comes just as the Eastern Pacific hurricane season officially begins on Friday, May 15.  Warm ocean waters are the essential fuel for tropical cyclone development, which makes this incoming El Niño phase … Read more

Small cities in big Texas metro areas lead as the fastest growing municipalities in the US

Small cities in big Texas metro areas were the fastest growing municipalities in the United States last year, as smaller communities in the South outpaced the rest of the nation, which has experienced a population slowdown since the start of the immigration crackdown last year, according to figures released Thursday. Celina, Princeton, Melissa and Anna … Read more

She gave up on a dream of growing her family after a terminal diagnosis. Then her husband

Maralee Lellio was surprised to be diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer at 29, but she knew what her next steps would be. Her disease was treatable. Her oncologist recommended chemotherapy and surgery.  The treatment was unpleasant, but through it all, she focused on a future goal: welcoming a second child. Lellio dreamed of giving … Read more

Americans keep moving to Texas and Florida — but one other red state is growing even faster

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Texas and Florida are drawing the largest number of new residents, but South Carolina is growing faster than any other state as Americans continue to relocate across the country, according to new IRS data. The trend highlights a broader shift toward the South, as Americans say they’re … Read more

Pickleball Inc. clinches landmark $225 million investment into America’s “fastest growing” sport

Pickleball players are everywhere. Now, a $225 million investment announced Friday establishes Pickleball, Inc., a dedicated home to manage America’s fastest-growing sport.  The deal merged Major League Pickleball and the Carvana PPA Tour, two of the nascent sport’s most active entities, under the new parent company, the organizations said in a statement. MLP Commissioner Samin … Read more