shiwangi 
In the heart of Bushwick, mountains of empty beverage containers create a striking landscape, where bottles for beer, soda, and water seem to stretch endlessly skyward. This is the bustling environment of Sure We Can, a unique nonprofit recycling center and community space dedicated to supporting canners—individuals who collect deposit bottles and cans to earn … Read more
The NYPD is implementing a groundbreaking training program that incorporates Brazilian jiu-jitsu, a specialized form of martial arts, to improve the safety and effectiveness of arrest techniques. This initiative aims to reduce injuries and enhance the overall relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve. Innovative Training for Officers On Monday, we got an … Read more
A new law took effect Monday in Tennessee, requiring GPS monitoring for the most violent domestic offenders. This groundbreaking legislation, the first of its kind in the United States, emerged from a tragic incident that profoundly impacted one family and galvanized a movement for change. A Law Born from Tragedy On April 12, 2021, Debbie … Read more
More than two years after the initial pox outbreak, cases are once again on the rise. However, the urgency of the situation hasn’t fully reached everyone at risk. During Pride Month, public health officials emphasized the critical need for vaccination, aiming to curb the resurgence of this dangerous virus. Rising Mpox Cases and the Push … Read more
A man in his 40s was critically injured in a shark attack near Amelia Island, Florida, on Friday, adding to the recent spate of shark-related incidents along the state’s coast. Authorities reported that the victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, sustained a severe bite to his right arm and was hospitalized in critical condition. … Read more
Earlier this year, a dog named Connie captured hearts after her dramatic rescue from a shipping container where she had been trapped without food or water for at least eight days. Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston marine inspectors at Port Houston’s Bayport Container Terminal discovered Connie in January. Hearing desperate barking and scratching from within one … Read more
California’s South Central Valley braces for oppressive heat that could dampen Fourth of July festivities as a massive high-pressure system strengthens throughout the week. This temperature surge raises the risk of wildfires and increases energy demands, forecasters warn. Intense Heat Wave Forecast AccuWeather senior meteorologist Scott Homan predicts significant temperature increases in the valleys, with … Read more
Early Sunday morning, two men were hospitalized after a shooting incident occurred at a red light on Chicago’s West Side. The incident took place shortly after 12:30 a.m. in the 3400 block of West Grand Avenue in Humboldt Park. Details of the Shooting Chicago police reported that the victims, aged 25 and 35, were inside … Read more
A Beach Hazard statement warns of high waves reaching 4-8 feet and dangerous rip currents, coupled with a Small Craft Advisory currently in effect. As of Sunday, the region finds itself on the cooler side of a frontal system. Expect lingering lakeside clouds this morning, particularly in northwest Indiana, gradually clearing as the afternoon progresses. … Read more
The Fourth of July is a time for cookouts, water fun, and spectacular fireworks displays. However, the loud noise from fireworks can be a harrowing experience for our furry family members. According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), nearly one in five lost pets are due to loud noises … Read more