Across California, CA|News|
Bomber Crashes At Air Force Base In CA
The B-52 Stratofortress crashed at 11:20 a.m. on the airfield at Edwards Air Force Base, the base confirmed in a social media post.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
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New York City, NY|News|
AI Forces A Reckoning Across NYC Film Industry
Inside Tribeca, filmmakers and technologists debate how AI is transforming access to the industry's gatekeepers.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Across America|Sponsored|
Holding $2 Million In Real Estate? What To Know About Family Trusts
Moving real estate into a family trust may require careful planning.
Across America|News|
E-Bikes And E-Scooters Are Fun, Useful And Sometimes Terrifying: Block Talk
Americans want clearer rules for e-bikes and e-scooters, including age limits, speed restrictions, sidewalk bans and stronger enforcement.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|News|
8 Caught In Massive Prostitution Raid Linked To World Cup, NJ Sheriff Says
Eight women were arrested following the county-wide sweep.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
War, Then Peace at Hand? -- “The Sunday Political Brunch” -- June 14, 2026
My analysis of the week's top political stories!
Mark Curtis, Patch Contributing Writer
Across America|Sponsored|
Help Us Create The Ultimate Summer Playlist: Share Your Favorite Song!
From a brand partner: From current hits to timeless classics, tell us what's defining your summer soundtrack.
Across America|News|
Cheese Linked To Multistate Listeria Outbreak: Recall Roundup
Pool toys may impale kids; cars in cold-weather states recalled due to rust; Alfredo sauce recalled in 41 states over salmonella concerns.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
Gadsden Woman Accused Of Helping Moundville Inmate Escape Using Fake Court Docs
Authorities have charged a second person in connection with the use of forged court documents that allowed a woman to walk free from jail.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
World Cup 2026: 10 Ways CA Helped Shape Soccer History
From the Rose Bowl to Levi's Stadium, California has hosted some of soccer's biggest crowds, matches and moments.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
El Niño 'Imminent,' Could Reshape U.S. Weather Patterns
AccuWeather expert meteorologists said the developing El Niño is unusual because it is expected to begin early and strengthen quickly.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
For Father’s Day 2026, What’s Your Best 'Dad-ism'? Patch Survey
Whether it was wise, funny, practical or completely goofy, we want to hear the thing your dad said that has stuck with you.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
How To Correct Bad Manners Without Being Rude Yourself [The Question]
Is it ever OK to correct someone’s manners? And how do you do it without embarrassing them or sounding like the etiquette police?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Across America|News|
Flesh-Eating Fly Returns To U.S.: What To Know
A flesh-eating parasite once wiped out in the United States is back on the radar after new cases of New World screwworm were confirmed.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|Sponsored|
How To Age Well: Primary Care, Prevention And Fulfillment
From a brand partner: Older adults helped shape our communities. They deserve proactive care that can help them stay healthy and fulfilled.
Across America|News|
The Simple Neighborhood Traditions That Are Quietly Disappearing: Block Talk
Porch chats, block parties and back-and-forth favors once defined neighborhood life. Now, even small connections feel harder to find.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
How To Shut Down Nosiness Without Being A Jerk [The Question]
What’s the best way to deflect nosy questions and set boundaries without being rude — or over-explaining yourself?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Across America|News|
Re-mapping Congress Dominates Primary Season - “The Sunday Political Brunch” - May 31, 2026
My political analysis if the week's top stories
Mark Curtis, Patch Contributing Writer
Across America|News|
3 Carmakers Say Airbags Don’t Deploy Correctly In 520K Vehicles: Recall Roundup
E. coli, salmonella and other issues prompt food recalls; a lounge chair poses an amputation threat; and plush toys contain asbestos.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
When To See Rare Blue Moon; It’s Also A Micromoon
Of the two definitions of a blue moon, this one — the second full moon in a calendar month — is the more common.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
As Food And Gas Costs Rise, How Is Your Budget Changing? [Patch Survey]
Consumers feel squeezed by higher gas prices, rising grocery bills, and more expensive health care. How is your budget changing?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Across America|News|
From Iran to the Ballot Box -- “The Sunday Political Brunch” - June 7, 2026
My weekly political analysis of the top political stories!
Mark Curtis, Patch Contributing Writer
Across America|News|
E-Scooter Crashes Spark Questions About Rider Rules: Block Talk
Fatal and serious e-scooter crashes raise fresh safety questions. How should your town balance safety and the convenience of e-scooters?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Elephant-Sized Meteor Buzzes Earth: Weird News & Oddities
People are entering NYC sewers, and no one knows why. A man fell into a septic tank, but the stench kept a rescuer away. Animals run amok.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
High Grocery And Gas Prices Change What Americans Put On The Dinner Table
As grocery and gas prices climb, readers say they’re cutting meat, skipping meals and stretching leftovers.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
How To Respond To Nosiness Without Being Rude [The Question]
Rude questions, real boundaries: Patch readers debate whether personal questions deserve grace, deflection, humor or a hard stop.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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