If You Think Someone’s In Danger, Here’s How To Intervene [The Question]

From suspected child abuse to late-night screams for help, readers share what they did or wish they’d done differently in response.

Rescue Horse That Beat Death Returns The Favor: Weird News & Oddities

Artist peddles T-shirts to buy bookstore that isn’t for sale; kits do the darnedest things; cops look for volunteers to get good and drunk.

Is It OK To Hide When Someone Knocks At Your Door? Block Talk

Back in the day, hiding from people who show up for an unannounced visit would have been an etiquette lapse. Is that still the case?

100 Black Men of America, Inc. 40th Annual Conference Less Than Two Months Away June 17- June 21 2026

This milestone event marks four decades of impact, leadership, and service bringing together influential leaders, entrepreneurs & educators!

When To Mow On Weekends To Avoid Alienating Neighbors: Block Talk

If you’re thinking about firing up the lawn mower early on weekends, your neighbor who sleeps in has something to say.

Speeding Through Neighborhoods? Read This Before Someone Is Killed: Block Talk

Readers share blunt warnings — and controversial fixes — to stop drivers who speed through neighborhoods.

What Do You Do If You See A Child — Or Anyone — In Danger? [The Question]

A couple of real-life rescues of abducted children raise the question: Should you get involved directly or call 911 and wait for police?

'Possibly Aggressive' Peacock On A Mission: Weird News & Oddities

Zoom Court doesn’t mean zooming down the road; a bright meteor and large boom rattle residents; woman literally slips out of police custody.

How Early Is Too Early To Start Mowing The Lawn On Weekends? Block Talk

Early weekend mowing can spark tension between neighbors who want to sleep late and those who want to finish the chore early.

Here’s A Tip — Stop Asking For A Gratuity For Everything [The Question]

From 20% restaurant tips to digital checkout pressure, readers say pandemic-era “tipflation” has reshaped when and how much they tip.

Hummingbirds Moving North In Spring Migration: How To Attract Them

After a long journey across the Gulf, hummingbirds are making their way north from their winter homes, stopping for nectar along the way.

The Power of Mentorship to Take Center Stage at 100 Black Men of America, Inc. 40th Annual Conference

Bringing together leaders, educators, youth & community stakeholders from across the nation highlights the importance of mentoring!

Meteor Showers Return, Spinning Comet Stuns Scientists: Spring Skywatcher's Guide

Spring meteor showers are back, though moonlight may dim one of the shows; astronomers watch a comet’s spin change in real time.

100 Black Men of America, Inc.'s 40th Annual Conference Set to Convene in NYC June 2026

The conference dates are June 17th, 2026 – June 21, 2026 and is set to bring together national leaders, corporate partners, educators,etc.

International Fact-Checking Day A Good Time To Refresh AI Identification Skills

Misinformation created with AI is being shared with unprecedented speed from an endless number of sources.

Olympian's Dreams Started Just Down The Block: 5 Uplifting Stories Only On Patch

Teen’s song debuting on Spotify gives voice to a generation; baseball is life, and artist captures it with each brushstroke; more good news.

Has The U.S. Gratuity Culture Reached A Tipping Point? The Question

It used to be so simple. Calculate a 15 percent tip on a restaurant bill, and you’re out of there. Has tipping gotten out of control?

Monarch Butterfly Numbers Up 64%; Why It’s Only A Fragile Glimmer Of Hope

Conservation efforts large and small are paying off, but monarch butterfly populations remain perilously low and vulnerable to collapse.

Thawing Dog Poop Shows What ‘Lazy Slobs’ Some Owners Are: Block Talk

“What I can’t understand is why people bag it and then leave the full bag,” one person said of cold-weather dog poop scooping etiquette.

Drivers Treat Neighborhood Streets Like Racetracks: What To Do? [Block Talk]

More people are outside as the weather warms. What can be done about people who speed, don’t pay attention, and drive like jerks?

Patient Refuses To Leave Hospital Months After Discharge: Weird News & Oddities

Student memorizes 1,067th digits of Pi; researchers find a vintage recording of a whale’s song; toe-sucking stalker learns his fate.

What Should We Read Next? Let’s Build A Community Reading List

From a brand partner: Explore reader-favorite books and discover local bookstores in your community.

How To Start (Or Find) A Book Club You'll Love

From a brand partner: Practical, low-pressure tips for starting a book club or finding one that fits your routine.

The Kind Of Neighbor You Hope For, The Kind Of Stranger You Don’t Forget

From a brand partner: From a simple favor to life-changing support, these acts of kindness left a lasting impression.

Funeral Home's Discovery Leads To Murder Charges: Weird News & Oddities

Don’t try this at home, kids. Did you see the fireball? Call a boomer, but who do you call when your pet rat population explodes above 160?

Spring Thaw Reveals A Minefield Of Dog Poop Bombs: Block Talk

Seriously, do some dog owners only bag the poop to avoid public shaming while they secretly can’t wait for snow so they can flout the law?

Homegrown Heroes on Long Island March 14, 2026 Donors and Community Leaders Invited to Support Exhibit

The highly anticipated event is on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the prestigious Adelphi University Performing Arts Center on L.I.

Night Could Become Day Under Plans To Put Data Farms In Space

Two proposals that could permanently change nighttime skies have been fast-tracked before the FCC, with little time for public comments.

'It Made My Day': Readers Share Acts Of Kindness From Coast To Coast

From a brand partner: From handmade hearts and surprise bouquets to food drives and snow-cleared sidewalks, kindness is making a big impact.

Here's Where You Can Try Iguana Pizza: Weird News & Oddities

Trying to “kill the spiders” set neighborhood on fire; dump truck swallowed in sinkhole crisis; driverless buses are coming to busy airport.

America’s Semiquincentennial Events Going On Now Aim To Engage All Citizens

The celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence aims to foster national unity and encourage civic engagement.

Big Boy No. 4014 Steam Engine’s 250th Anniversary Stops Announced

Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 will make its first-ever trip to the East Coast to celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial.

Good Samaritan Reunites Lost Wedding Band With Owner: 'It's A Miracle'

After nearly a month of searching, a missing wedding band was returned thanks to a stranger’s good deed.

Total Lunar Eclipse To Turn Moon Blood Red: When, How To Watch

The total lunar eclipse will be visible nationwide, but some areas will have a better chance of seeing the moon bathed in red due to timing.

Neighbors Share Random Acts Of Kindness That ‘Blew Them Away’: Block Talk

Reader-submitted stories of random acts of kindness by their neighbors are a practical guide on how to be a good person.

African American Small Business Foundation Mobilizes National Support to Close Economic Equity Gap

“Supporting Black small businesses is not charity it is a strategic investment in economic resilience, job creation, and community wealth"

These Things Drive Neighbors Up The Wall As Winter Drags On: Block Talk

Just breathe, several readers said. Oh, yeah, how would snowmobiling after 10 on a school night or “frozen fudge bombs” on the hiking trail?

Nothing Tells An Ex ‘You Stink’ Quite Like This: Weird News & Oddities

A man runs seven marathons on seven continents over seven days; a seabird flies thousands of miles from home, and scientists don’t know why.

From Snowstorms To Store Lines, Kindness Is Showing Up Across America

From life-saving acts to everyday gestures, readers across the country are sharing real stories of people helping others.

Good Samaritans & Grateful Neighbors: Is Kindness Showing Up In Your Town, Too?

Help your community shine. Share a good deed you’ve seen or experienced — big or small.