Parents say they’re struggling with their own mental health amid a growing youth mental health crisis Tuesday, October 10 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- Michelle Gonzales-Reed's son Dajon was in high school when she said she began noticing signs of mental health struggles in her teen son, signs that included a lack of interest in friendships and activities, to staying in bed all day.Over the... Read More.
Hawaii’s ‘overtourism’ becomes growing debate as West Maui reopens for visitors Sunday, October 8 by ABC NewsWest Maui began reopening Sunday to visitors just two months after a wildfire devastated the town of Lahaina.The reopening did not come without outrage from some residents, many of whom signed a petition to delay the reopening as families continue to struggle to "find... Read More.
How the growing Latino vote could factor in to 2024 election Monday, October 2 by ABC News(WASHINGTON) -- With just about a year out from the 2024 election, Republican and Democratic campaigns and candidates in several key states are courting Latinos, a growing group of voters, who could cast decisive votes in a number of races.The Latino vote will be... Read More.
Growing number of Senate Democrats call on Sen. Bob Menendez to resign Wednesday, September 27 by ABC News(WASHINGTON) -- A growing number of Senate Democrats on Tuesday called on New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez to resign after a federal grand jury returned a sweeping indictment against him late last week.The Senate returned to Washington Tuesday for the first time since Menendez,... Read More.
Jefferson County Commissioners hire outside agency to help increase tourism Friday, September 15 by Louise BennettBROOKVILLE – The Board of Jefferson County Commissioners is hoping that services provided by an outside agency will help revitalize the county's tourism efforts.The county commissioners have selected Bull Moose Marketing to give them guidance and support in developing a brand and marketing plan... Read More.
DuBois City Council concerned over popularity of PA Skill Games Friday, August 25 by Louise BennettDUBOIS – Discussion at DuBois City Council's work session Thursday concerned the growing popularity of Pennsylvania skill games.Skill games are popular in DuBois …maybe too popular.The new rule, according to Clearfield County District Attorney Ryan Sayers, is only five machines allowed in any establishment... Read More.
Jefferson County foundation pledges $50,000 to Penn State DuBois Wednesday, July 12 by Louise BennettDUBOIS – A Jefferson County foundation's pledge of $50,000 is creating an endowment at Penn State DuBois.The Sykesville-based Symmco Foundation is establishing the LaunchBox Endowment.Through a matching gifts program with Penn State, Symmco Foundation's pledge doubles to $100,000 and will support the operational and... Read More.
Guaranteed income programs are growing nationwide — here’s where they’re popping up Wednesday, June 21 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- Guaranteed income experiments are popping up or expanding around the country, offering no-strings-attached temporary cash payments to low-income residents.Some governmental programs limit what recipients can or cannot pay for with their assistance. Guaranteed income programs select certain groups impacted by income... Read More.
Men’s retreat program aims to address growing male loneliness Thursday, June 8 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- Tucked away from the main roads in Twentynine Palms, California, is a desert oasis. It's at The Campbell House that the palm trees and greenery thrive amid the hot, unrelenting sun. It's also where some 30 men have gathered for a... Read More.
Texas mall shooting suspect’s alleged extremism part of growing trend in US: DHS bulletin Wednesday, May 24 by ABC News(ALLEN, Texas) -- The suspect accused of shooting and killing eight people at a mall in Allen, Texas, earlier this month "fixated on mass shootings and held views consistent with racially or ethnically motivated violent extremist ... ideologies," according to a new bulletin released Wednesday... Read More.