Loneliness As Deadly As Smoking; Surgeon General Calls It An Epidemic

The surgeon general said social media is driving the increase in loneliness, which worsened during the isolation of the pandemic.

​Supreme Court Ethics Overhaul Runs Into GOP Opposition

Senators heard testimony from five legal and ethics experts, including a former attorney general who said criticism of justices lacks merit.

National Historic Register Homes In CT, MD And NJ: How Much House

The socialite behind King Edward VIII’s abdication in England, Ernest Hemingway’s editor and a Revolutionary War surgeon roamed these homes.

Here’s What You Need To Know About The 20% Down Payment Myth

With the right mortgage option, prospective buyers don’t always need to save up a 20% down payment to secure their dream home.

Life is Full of Interruptions

Life is full of interruptions. Mine sure has been. I slowly came to realize that interruptions are the norm rather than the exception.

General Mills Recalls Gold Medal Flour Due To Salmonella Risk

The voluntary recall affects Gold Medal bleached and unbleached bags of flour, in several weights.

​Army Identifies 3 Soldiers Killed In Alaska Helicopter Crash

The U.S. Army announced that it has grounded aviation units for training after 12 soldiers died within the last month in helicopter crashes.

US Evacuates Citizens From Sudan Amid Ongoing Conflict

Hundreds of Americans began evacuating two weeks into a conflict that has thrown Sudan's capital, and the nation at large, into turmoil.

New Report Blames Airlines For Most Flight Cancellations

Cancellations have mostly spiked at budget airlines, but the largest carriers have also made more unforced errors, the report said.

Conflict Over Transgender Rights Simmers Across The U.S.

​As transgender people have increasingly gained acceptance and visibility, conservative lawmakers are zeroing in on their rights.

The Mortgage Rundown: Episode 1

Translating the complexity of the markets into a concise and easy to digest format.

3 Soldiers Killed After 2 U.S. Army Helicopters Crash In Alaska

Two of the soldiers died at the scene of the crash, and a third died on the way to a hospital in Fairbanks.

Eta Aquariids Meteor Outburst Predicted In 2023: When To See Fireballs

Even without an outburst that could triple meteor rates, the Eta Aquariids are a good show with fireballs with long-lasting glowing trains.

Bud Light Fumbles, But Experts Say Inclusive Ads Will Stay

For some, the partnership with the influencer went too far at a time when transgender issues are a divisive topic in state legislatures.

Chief Justice Roberts Declines Senate Testimony On Court Ethics

​The request came after reports detailing a close relationship between Justice Clarence Thomas and a conservative donor from Texas.

As Biden, McCarthy Clash On U.S. Debt, What Are Differences?

The Democratic president primarily wants higher taxes on the wealthy to lower deficits; GOP congressional leader seeks sharp spending cuts.

Changes Planned For College Board's Black History Class

The College Board had been criticized for bowing to political pressure by removing topics such as Black Lives Matter and slavery reparation.

Drug For Rare Form Of Lou Gehrig's Disease OK'd By FDA

FDA requires Biogen to continue studying the drug in a trial of people who carry the genetic mutation but do not yet have ALS symptoms.

U.S. Consumer Confidence Falls For 3rd Time In 4 Months

Americans pulled back plans to buy homes, autos, appliances and other big-ticket items, a signal consumers are economizing.

​'Right To Repair' For Farmers Passes 1 State, 10 More Consider It

Colorado became the first state to pass a law that hammers on manufacturers to make it possible with manuals, tools, parts and software.

‘No Mow May’: Save Bees Or Let Grass Grow To The Knees [Block Talk]

A growing movement to let the grass grow in May has proven results, but is knee-high grass worth aggravating neighbors with manicured lawns?

Secret Rooms In IL, MA, VA Homes Pique Your Curiosity: How Much House

Whether steeped in history as a stop along the Underground Railroad or offering quiet respite or whimsical fancy, these homes intrigue.

Why Is Biden Announcing 2024 Bid Now, And What Will Change?

Top Democrats remain solidly unified behind the president, while many Americans say they'd rather not see the 80-year-old Biden run.

Cities Revive Downtowns By Converting Offices To Housing

Office-to-housing conversions are a potential lifeline for struggling downtown business districts that emptied out during the pandemic.

Biden's 2024 Campaign Has Been Hiding In Plain Sight

Only about half of Democrats think he should run again in 2024, even if most are likely to fall in behind him if he becomes the nominee.

​Teaching Should Not Be A 'Life-Threatening' Job, Biden Says

Oklahoma math teacher Rebecka Peterson was named teacher of the year in a Rose Garden ceremony recognizing each state's best teachers.

Fox Defamation Suit Produced Trove Of Tucker Carlson Messges

Fox News host Tucker Carlson was fired less than a week after settling a lawsuit over the network’s 2020 election reporting.

Don Lemon Fired From CNN After Divisive Morning Show Run

Lemon's dismissal came about two months after he said GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley, 51, was "not in her prime."

Shelters Bulging With Cats And Dogs As Adopt A Shelter Pet Day Nears

The number of cats and dogs that end up in shelters is increasing; so is euthanasia as pandemic pet demand falls and inflation persists.

Aurora Borealis Could Dip Down To Alabama, Northern California Monday

A severe geomagnetic storm could trigger northern lights Monday in places that don’t usually see them, Space Weather Prediction Center says.

Your Saving Grace: Overdraft Protection From TD Bank

Life happens. That’s why TD Bank gives customers extra time to fix overdrafts and avoid fees.

Help Patch Celebrate Amazing Moms In Your Community

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to shine a light on moms who make life better with contributions big and small.

Letting Go Versus Forgiving

​Letting go is not the same thing as forgiving. The question is, which one comes first?

'Park Outside': GM Recalls 40,000 Pickups To Fix Fire Risk

General Motors is recalling one of its most popular trucks due to a potential leak in brake fluid that could cause a fire.

Frequent Shootings Put U.S. Mass Killings On A Record Pace

The carnage has taken 88 lives in 17 mass killings over 111 days. Each time, the killers wielded firearms.

13 Good News Stories: A Roller Derby, A Tuba And An Electrifying Dream

These stories that appeared first on Patch celebrate the pursuit of dreams, acts that help others and the spirit of entrepreneurship.

Supreme Court Preserves Access To Abortion Pill — For Now

The justices granted the Biden administration and drug maker's emergency requests to allow lawsuits challenging mifepristone to continue.

Thefts Prompt 17 States To Urge Kia, Hyundai Recalls

Videos circulating on TikTok have shown how people can start Kia and Hyundai models by using only a screwdriver and USB cable.

An End To The Reading Wars? More U.S. Schools Embrace Phonics

The "science of reading" refers to decades of research, including in brain science, on effective strategies for teaching kids to read.

What To Do When Neighbor Dogs Jump On You, Poop Wherever [Block Talk]

Try talking it out, readers say, but because these dogs have been allowed to trespass and act like galoots in the past, that may work.