DeSantis Signs Bible, Pence Rides Motorcycle At 'Roast and Ride' Rally

Eight Republican presidential hopefuls descended on Iowa to pitch themselves to voters Saturday.

Federal Judge Rejects Tennessee's Anti-Drag Law As Too Broad, Vague

In a 70-page ruling, a judge said Tennessee’s first-in-the-nation law encouraged “discriminatory enforcement.”

Biden Signs Debt Ceiling Bill That Averts Federal Default

Raising the nation’s debt limit, now at $31.4 trillion, will ensure that the government can borrow to pay debts already incurred.

$1.18B Deal Reached To Resolve Claims Of 'Forever Chemicals' In Water

In a statement, chemical companies said the settlement would "comprehensively resolve all PFAS-related claims" in public water systems.

Churchill Downs Moves To Examine Protocols Following 12 Horse Deaths

No single factor has been identified as a potential cause of 12 horse fatalities at the home of the Kentucky Derby.

Utah School District Just Banned The Bible For 'Vulgarity Or Violence'

The Book of Mormon could be next as conservative parent activists nationwide sow alarm about how schools talk about sex and violence.

9 Good News Stories: ‘Embrace Your True Self’; Determination To Walk

Proud “dork” makes White Castle’s Cravers Hall of Fame; iconic barn saved; humble mail hauler says “any human being would do the same.”

Missing ER Doctor's Body Found In Lake 9 Days After Disappearance

A kayaker discovered the body of a 49-year-old Missouri doctor in an Arkansas lake. His body had an apparent gunshot wound.

Little-Known Respiratory Virus Saw Springtime Spike: What To Know

Human metapneumovirus or HMPV, has many of the same symptoms as RSV, influenza and COVID-19, according to the CDC

U.S. Adds A Strong 339,000 Jobs In May As Labor Market Stays Durable

The May jobs report adds to other recent evidence that the economy is still managing to chug ahead despite predictions a recession was near.

U.S. Religious Leaders Sharply Divided A Year After Abortion Ruling

The schism is epitomized in the Catholic Church; polls show a majority of Catholics support legal abortion yet bishops favor sweeping bans.

Just Days To Spare, Senate Gives Final Approval To Debt Ceiling Deal

Biden: bipartisan plan "demonstrated once more that America is a nation that pays its bills and meets its obligations — and always will be."

LGBTQ+ Pride Month Kicks Off With Protests, Parades, Parties

Pride takes place in a combative political climate; some states ban gender-affirming care, limit how teachers discuss sexuality and gender.

​ Money Stored In Venmo, Other payment Apps Could Be Vulnerable

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau warned customers Venmo, PayPal and CashApp the money may not be safe during a crisis.

Biden Is 'Fine' After He Tripped And Fell, White House Says

After exchanging handshakes and salutes with U.S. Air Force Academy grads, Biden turned to jog back to his chair and tripped over a sandbag.

Fiery Giant Star Antares Kisses The Full Strawberry Moon This Weekend

Antares, the brightest star in the constellation Scorpius, is fiery red and often confused with Mars. It is literally running out of gas.

Good Neighbors Send Wine And Own It If They Break Stuff [Block Talk]

Good neighbors don’t get up in other people’s business but will clean up the blood if you cut yourself and have to go to the hospital.

Senate Races To Wrap Up Biden-McCarthy Debt Deal To Avoid Default

Some senators want to revise budget cuts and environmental policy changes. Schumer says "there is no good reason" to go down to the wire.

House OKs Debt Ceiling Bill To Avoid Default, Sends Deal To Senate

The hard-fought compromise pleased few, but lawmakers said it was better than the devastating economic upheaval if Congress failed to act.

​How To Start Paying Back Student Loans When Pandemic Freeze Ends

More than 40 million borrowers will have to start paying back their student loans by the end of the summer at the latest.

Mike Pence To Launch Campaign For President In Iowa June 7

Pence has said "history will hold Donald Trump accountable" for the Capitol riots and his "reckless words" endangered his family others.

NASA Talks UFOs With Public Ahead Of Final Report

There is "absolutely no convincing evidence of extraterrestrial life" associated with unidentified objects, NASA official says.

Living In Circles In Round Houses In CA, FL And IL: How Much House

A round house in Florida survived Hurricane Ian. In a star-studded California enclave, guests walk in circles. In Illinois, plan to hunt.

Chances Of Being Attacked, Let Alone Killed, By A Shark Are Almost Nil

The United States leads the world, and Florida leads the country in the number of shark attacks. Most are provoked, according to data.

Artificial Intelligence Could Make Humans Extinct, Scientists Warn

Worries about AI systems outsmarting humans and running wild have intensified with the rise of a new generation of highly capable chatbots.

Sick Workers Tied To 40% Of Restaurant Food Poisoning Outbreaks: CDC

About 85% of restaurants have policies restricting staff from working while sick, only 16% required sick workers to notify managers.

Facing GOP Backlash, McCarthy Labors To Shore Up Debt Deal Votes

Leaders of the hard-right House Freedom Caucus lambasted the compromise as falling well short of the spending cuts they demand.

The Prodding of the Heart

​Sometimes we get a prodding of the heart to do something for another. The heart addresses us, with a wordless appeal to "do something."

From Civil War To Mattress Sales, Memorial Day Full Of Contradictions

There's little controversy over the first national observance of Decoration Day in 1868. Then it got complicated and, later, commercialized.

National Hamburger Day: The Cost Of A Grill-Out In 2023 Vs. Last Year

Nice! Ground beef costs about the same as last year on National Hamburger Day. But if patties are made of beef, why is “ham” in the name?

Boating Safety Checklist For Memorial Day Weekend: 13 Essential Tips

​The number of licensed boats soared during the pandemic — along with injuries and deaths of the water, according to U.S. Coast Guard data.

Summer 2023: From Swimming With Snakes To Hot Cars, 5 Safety Issues

Summer can be a dangerous time of the year, but it doesn’t have to be.

'Hate Will Not Prevail': ​Biden Strategy Tackles Rise In Antisemitism

President Joe Biden outlined more than 100 steps the administration and its partners can take to combat an alarming rise in antisemitism.

Memorial Day Flag Etiquette: Here’s What You Need To Know

When you fly Old Glory on Memorial Day to honor military personnel who lost their lives serving their country, special protocols apply.

You Asked For It. What Are The Traits Of A Good Neighbor? [Block Talk]

Flipping our last Block Talk question, what are the traits of a good neighbor who doesn’t ruin the quality of life of everyone else?

How Raising The Debt Limit Could Limit Some COVID Relief Fund Spending

The Congressional Budget Office estimates that $30 billion in uncommitted pandemic-related spending could be canceled.

3 Underground Railroad Stops For Sale In CT, MI, NY: How Much House

Risking fines and prison, the former owners of these historic homes for sale now helped enslaved African Americans reach freedom in Canada.

What To Do About Spongy Moth Infestations Before They Kill Your Trees

Spongy moth caterpillars are feeding on trees in many parts of the country. If you see them, you should take steps to control their spread.

Can A One-Time Close Construction Loan Help You Build Your Dream Home?

A One-Time Close construction loan consolidates a short-term construction loan and the long-term home mortgage into a single loan.

6 Major Factors That Can Impact The Value Of Your Home

Factors such as your home’s condition, size, and location can greatly impact how much your property can sell for.