UN drug experts say opium production has leveled off in Myanmar, but instability may trigger a rise

BANGKOK (AP) According to United Nations experts, opium production in Myanmar, the world’s largest supplier of…

We Salute You: George Shako

We would like you to join us in honoring Latham Air Force Captain George Shako. The…

Southern California forecast of cool temps, calm winds to help firefighters battle Malibu blaze

MALIBU, Calif. (AP) — Firefighters in Southern California are expected to benefit from cooler temperatures, calmer…

Oregon lawmakers to hold special session on emergency wildfire funding

SALEM, Oregon—(AP) — Lawmakers in Oregon are meeting in special session Thursday to debate emergency money…

Fewer U.S. grandparents are taking care of grandchildren, according to new data

According to U.S. Census Bureau data released Thursday, some of the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic…

Secretly recorded videos are backbone of corruption trial for longest-serving legislative leader

Chicago (AP) A unique look into the inner workings of the longest-serving congressional leader in American…

East Coast storm makes a mess at ski resorts as strong winds cause power outages

Maine’s Portland (AP) New England was hit by a storm that moved up the East Coast,…

New Jersey targets plastic packaging that fills landfills and pollutes

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey wants to significantly cut down on the quantity of packing…

New Jersey, home to many oil and gas producers, eyes fees to fight climate change

(AP) Trenton, New Jersey The opening scene of the classic New Jersey television series The Sopranos,…

Turning dusty attic treasures into cash can yield millions for some and disappointment for others

Maine’s Thomason (AP) For almost 50 years, Kaja Veilleux has been searching for New England attic…