Black bears live in far more of the U.S. than many travelers realize, with wildlife agencies reporting strong populations from New England to the Southeast. Here are 10 states where official estimates show black bears are especially common, often close to places people visit every day.
Pete Hegseth is facing criticism after comments about Canadian military cadets were described as body-shaming. The reaction has focused on the tone of the remarks and what they say about U.S.-Canada military ties.
A 28-year-old homeowner says an HOA has spent $155,000 in a dispute tied to the home she inherited from her father. The case highlights how costly association fights can become when ownership changes after a death.
A major new federal housing law has cleared Congress, marking the biggest housing package in roughly two decades. For homebuyers, the biggest takeaway is that the bill aims to increase supply, but many local effects will take time to show up.
A Starbucks customer said a drink label at a Maryland store included the word “chimp,” and she said the incident was racist. Starbucks said it is aware of the complaint and is reviewing what happened.
Healthcare is now a central issue across American politics, with lawmakers in both parties focusing on costs, coverage, and hospital access. What is clear is the priority shift; what remains unclear is how quickly major policy changes will follow.
COVID-19 activity is increasing again in several parts of the U.S., with federal tracking showing higher virus levels in wastewater and more positive tests. Health officials say severe illness remains far below past peaks, but spread is clearly moving up.
Schools in multiple parts of the U.S. are warning families about a viral ‘Cat in the Hat’ trend circulating online. District notices say the behavior tied to the trend can create safety and discipline issues on campus.
