State investigation reveals social service gaps that left an elder t…
The Alaska State Ombudsman’s 31-page report issued Jan. 11, 2024. (Eric Stone/Alaska Public Media) An elderly Alaskan died alone of hypothermia in the spring of 2021 even though concerned neighbors [...]
California earthquake: 4.4 quake strikes near Avalon
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake was reported at 2:44 a.m. Monday, 54 miles from Avalon, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Tsunami Warning System.The earthquake occurred 54 miles from [...]
Hobbs proposes $16B budget that Republicans say is an ‘unserious mess’
Gov. Katie Hobbs on Friday released her proposed $16 billion budget for the 2025 fiscal year, as well as her plan for shoring up what she estimates will be a [...]
In CT town, apartments and retail replacing a vacant hospital
After years of delay, a Connecticut town’s biggest new mixed-use project in recent memory is taking shape in its center with nearly 100 apartments expected to be finished this year and [...]
The First Wilmington Art Loop of 2024 Opens Friday, January 5
Wilmington’s Redding Gallery, located at 800 North French Street, is pleased to present the annual Expressive Creative Soul art exhibition, which each year highlights new and emerging African-American visual artists. [...]
Idaho Power receives approval on rooftop solar proposal, general rate…
In late December, the Idaho Public Utilities Commission approved two proposals presented by Idaho Power, altering both its general rate and the credit system for customers with rooftop solar installations. [...]
Illinois stomps Northwestern for first conference win
EVANSTON, Ill. — Illinois got its first Big Ten win in dominant fashion. The Illini visited Welsh-Ryan Arena Sunday afternoon having dropped six of the last seven, a stark contrast [...]
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, January 12, 2024
Boats moored in the Thomas Basin marina in Ketchikan. (Jack Darrell/KRBD) Stories are posted on the statewide news page. Send news tips, questions, and comments to news@alaskapublic.org. Follow [...]
Ron DeSantis ready for ‘long, scrappy campaign’ past Iowa
Monday's caucuses are not the end. The Iowa caucuses are not the end of Ron DeSantis’ campaign for President, but they’re the beginning. That’s the claim of spokesman Andrew Romeo, in an [...]
Dick Schlosberg dead: Former L.A. Times publisher was 79
Former Times publisher Richard T. “Dick” Schlosberg III, who led the newspaper during an era that saw double-digit profits and the emergence of the internet, which would eventually decimate the [...]
Colder temperatures and snow showers expected Sunday – NBC Connecticut
Behind the latest storm that brought flooding to the state, temperatures will turn much colder starting on Sunday with an Arctic airmass coming down from the north. As a front [...]
Fire damages Lewes-area tennis and fitness center
A fire in the Lewes area caused major damage to a tennis and fitness center. The fire, reported shortly after 9 p.m., occurred in the 18000 block of Plantations Boulevard. [...]
After Iowa caucuses, DeSantis to go to South Carolina first in a jab …
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' first stop after the Iowa caucuses on Monday night will be South Carolina — and not New Hampshire, where the next voting contest will be held [...]
Snow, wind expected as winter storm warning goes into effect
POCATELLO — A winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow to the Magic Valley, southern Idaho and much of eastern Idaho from Saturday evening until early Sunday morning. The [...]
No. 10 Illini Host Maryland Sunday at State Farm Center
Story Links Illinois Probable Starters Pos. No. Name Ht. Wt. Yr. PPG RPG APG Note G/F 20 Ty Rodgers 6-6 [...]
Hobbs’ budget plan is anything but ‘unserious’ when it comes to flipping control of the legislature
Republicans were quick to dub Gov. Katie Hobbs’ budget proposal an “unserious mess,” pointing to her call for limiting the use of school vouchers as the chief reason why wasted [...]
UPDATED: Highways and roads closed due to extreme weather conditions
IDAHO FALLS — The following highways in eastern Idaho are closed Saturday due to extreme weather: Highways Idaho Highway 34 from Soda Springs to Wyoming state line Idaho Highway 36 [...]
A look at snowfall totals across the Chicago area following the week’…
With the week's second winter storm wrapping up as intense cold begins to move into the Chicago area, residents are clearing up significant snowfall once again, though some areas were [...]
UPDATED: Highways and roads closed due to extreme weather conditions
IDAHO FALLS — The following highways in eastern Idaho are closed Friday due to extreme weather: Highways Idaho Highway 32 from Tetonia to Ashton US Highway 26 from Ririe to [...]
Week in Review: Johnson Suspends Migrant Eviction Policy; Trump Sound…
A major winter snowstorm hits Chicago. Mayor Brandon Johnson says the city’s ready, but immediately suspends his policy evicting migrants from city shelters after 60 days. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis [...]
JFAC strikes Health and Welfare administrative budget over child care…
Members of the Idaho Legislature’s Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee took a symbolic hostage on Friday as part of the budget committee’s showdown with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare over [...]
Illinois’ defeat of Michigan State is a teachable moment
Yes, they escaped. Yes, the victory is the same even if it’s over a team that looked like it was shooting blindfolded for significant chunks of the first half. And [...]
Colorado road conditions: Heavy snow in mountains this weekend
Several rounds of snow and blowing snow will occur in the mountains over the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday weekend. DENVER — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is [...]
Idaho committee strikes Health and Welfare admin budget to force corr…
Members of the Idaho Legislature’s Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee took a symbolic hostage on Friday as part of the budget committee’s showdown with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare over [...]
Beckmon, Simpson Break School Records on First Day of Commodore Chall…
Story Links NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Illinois men's and women's track and field teams completed the first day of the Commodore Challenge on Friday, Jan. 12. Graduate [...]