Prepare to Spend Time in Limbo

Sooner or later, we will all spend time in limbo. Limbo is an uncomfortable state between two at-home environments, one past and one future.

When It Comes To Parking, Territorialism Is A 2-Way Street|Block Talk

Homeowners don’t have legal rights to the street parking in front of their homes, but ignoring their emotional claim is rude, readers say.

Key Vaccine Meetings Canceled: What You Need To Know

Concern is rising the new Health and Human Services secretary will undermine the scientific basis for vaccines.

From Aviation Disasters To FAA Firings, Skies Aren't Friendly: Survey

About half of readers responding to Patch’s informal survey say it’s safe to fly, but only a fourth trust the government to keep skies safe.

A Baby Named Unakite Thirteen Hotel [Weird News & Oddities]

The father of a toddler born with the computer-generated name of Unakite Thirteen Hotel while in foster care fights for her legal existence.

Everything You Need To Know About Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday And Easter

For Catholics and some other Christians Tuesday is a last chance to cut loose before the beginning of Lent and the holy season of Easter.

Losing A Pet Can Cut Deeper Than Friends May Realize: How To Help

For some, pet loss can feel worse than a human death. They're monsters. Instead, it reflects the potential depths of human-animal bonds.

What Chemicals Are In Your Tap Water? Check By ZIP Code In New Report

Safe-water advocates have “real concerns” landmark health protections for drinking water will be significantly weakened and rolled back.

Parade Of Planets On Feb. 28: How To See All 7 Planets Align

Venus, Mars and Jupiter will shine brightly, while Saturn and Mercury will be harder to see. Uranus and Neptune are also in the parade.​

House Passes Budget Blueprint With $880B In Potential Medicaid Cuts

With barely a vote to spare, the House passed a GOP budget blueprint for $4.5 trillion in tax cuts and $2 trillion in spending cuts.

Total Lunar Eclipse Coming Soon: When To See The 'Blood' Moon

A total lunar eclipse will cause the moon to turn blood red in March.

Trump Considering Big Changes For Postal Service: What To Know

A privatized Postal Service or one in which mail delivery is politicized may not be held to the same requirements for universal service.

9 Dumbest Things Smart People Waste Money On

Discover easy ways to cut bills, ditch debt, earn cash back and stop wasting money with these smart financial moves!

Avoid Caring too Much

As best you can, avoid caring too much, too long, and for too many things. I have been guilty of all three.

Several Types Of Seafood Recalled Over Health Risks [Recall Roundup]

Federal agencies have announced a slew of recalls over the past two weeks. Here's what you need to know to keep yourself safe.

Odds Keep Going Up That A Warship-Sized Asteroid Will Smack Earth

The odds a newly discovered “city killer” asteroid will hit Earth are about 1 in 32, but the threat could rise and fall over seven years.

OK To Be Territorial About Parking In Front Of Your Home? [Block Talk]

Yeah, yeah, it’s a public street and fair game for parking, but is it OK to be territorial about the spots in front of your house?

Have Recent Crashes Shaken Your Confidence In Flying? [Survey]

After a string of high-profile crashes and unrelated Federal Aviation Administration firings, how comfortable are you boarding an airplane?

Real ID Deadline Approaches: What You Need To Know

A final rule published last month doesn’t change the May 7 deadline but does allow for phased-in enforcement.

Measles Outbreaks Among The Unvaccinated: Should You Worry?

The outbreaks come as a new “Make America Healthy Again” panel will review childhood vaccines that prevent measles, more dangerous diseases.

Schools Nationwide Confront Anxiety Over Trump's Immigration Actions

Schools find themselves responding to rising anxiety among immigrant parents and their children, including those who are here legally.

​As Egg Prices Soar, Trump Administration Plans Fight Against Bird Flu

A new strategy to fight bird flu stresses vaccinations and tighter biosecurity instead of killing off millions of chickens.

Childhood Vaccine Schedule Review Set After Kennedy Promised No Change

"Nothing is going to be off limits," ​Kennedy said after explicitely promising he wouldn't change the nation's current vaccination schedule.

Layoffs Hit CDC Lab Program Started To Address Previous Failures

The program had been created about 10 years ago to help the CDC remedy embarrassing lab-safety failures.

Children Grieve, just Like Adults.

Children grieve, just like adults. While children can suffer from loss before the age of two, they usually do get death's finality till six.

IRS To Lay Off Thousands Of Probationary Workers During Tax Season

The move comes as the Trump administration intensified sweeping efforts to shrink the size of the federal workforce.

Yes, We Have Rat Lungworm, But Don’t Freak Out [Weird News & Oddities]

“Mile high club” is full of hot air; how a tenant-friendly law helped a “serial squatter”; cops try to crack “egg-flation” case.

$50 Picker’s Find May Be Van Gogh Worth $15M: 5 Good News Stories

He said yes. It’s not what you think. But now that you’re thinking it, these couples who said yes decades ago are still madly in love.

Write A Note To Your Younger Self For Women’s History Month [Survey]

We’re asking readers to write notes to their younger selves for Women’s History Month. What do you know now that you wish you’d known then?

‘Poop Cleanup In Aisle 9’: Hard Pass On Dogs In Stores [Block Talk]

It’s fine for service dogs to be in stores, but most survey respondents said pets shouldn’t. Poop and slobber were big sticking points.

These 6 Southeast Winter Getaways Are Off Spring Breakers’ Radar

Hang with the manatees, stroll beaches, and experience small-town charm in Florida; see Germany in Georgia and soak up southern hospitality.

George Washington Had 2 Birthdays, More To Know About Presidents Day

George Washington shares Monday’s holiday with all other presidents, though Presidents Day has evolved into a major shopping holiday.

Lawmakers React To Trillions Of Tax And Spending Cuts In House Budget

Democrats say the House budget plan, a first step in enacting President Trump’s top domestic priorities, burdens the low- and middle-class.

CA's Insurer For People Who Can't Get Private Coverage, Short By $1B

The FAIR Plan is an insurance pool that all the major private insurers pay into needs another $1 billion to pay LA Wildfire claims.

Will Trump Put An End To Daylight Saving Time? What To Know

President Donald Trump is on record saying he and Republicans will put their “best efforts to eliminate Daylight Saving Time.”

Not Just Spot: Decoding Westminster Show Dogs' Fancy, Fanciful Names

Westminster's main competition began Monday breed judging that leads to U.S. dogdom's most illustrious best in show prize Tuesday night.

​New Strain Of Bird Flu Detected In Nevada Dairy Worker, CDC Says

The person wasn't hospitalized and has recovered from the mild illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

On Valentine's Day, Consider What All Types Of Love Bring To Your Life

Three experts share how to nurture love in all of its forms at a time when loneliness is an "epidemic" and politics are divisive.

5 Companies That Send People Money When They’re Asked Nicely

When you log into your bank account, how do your savings look? Probably not as good as you’d like. Ask one of these companies to help…

Full Snow Moon To Rise Amid Parade Of Planets: When To Look Up

The snow moon, the last full moon before the blood moon eclipse in March, rises with royalty — the “Heart of the Lion.”