Kansas City, Mo. — The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph has cleared Deacon Ralph Wehner of allegations related to child sex crimes and lifted the precautionary suspension that had kept him from active ministry. The investigation into Wehner’s conduct, which had been ongoing for several months, was officially closed after the diocese’s independent ombudsman found...
The year 2025 is bringing some positive news for retirees across the United States who rely on Social Security benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will implement a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of 2.5%, aimed at helping beneficiaries keep up with inflation and rising costs. This adjustment is especially crucial for retirees aged 62 and older,...
A Fresh Fusion Experience Comes to the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort Celebrity chef Richard Blais is bringing a new and exciting culinary adventure to Scottsdale with his latest restaurant concept, Tiki Taka. Set to open on January 7 at the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort, Tiki Taka will combine the vibrant flavors of Japanese and Spanish...
This month, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) finalized a new rule requiring all new passenger vehicles to include visual and audible seatbelt warning systems for rear-seat passengers, alongside enhanced warnings for front-seat occupants. The new mandate seeks to tackle a significant safety concern: rear-seat passengers have historically shown lower seatbelt compliance rates compared...
As winter weather makes its way toward the Lehigh Valley, public works crews are gearing up for a night of hard work to ensure the safety of local roads. The region has been placed under a Winter Weather Advisory, with a mix of rain, freezing rain, and ice expected to create hazardous conditions. Road Crews...
A bakery in Ohio has received national recognition, earning a spot on The New York Times’ prestigious list of the “22 Best Bakeries Across the U.S. Right Now.” The list, released this week, highlights the best of America’s bakery scene, and Cafe Mochiko in Cincinnati stands out as the only Ohio eatery to make the...
KISKIMINETAS TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Kiski Township officials are looking at a tax increase in 2025 to help balance the local budget. The increase, which will raise the township’s millage rate, was discussed in a special budget meeting on Friday. Although the final numbers haven’t been decided yet, it’s clear that taxpayers will see an increase...
As December 28 dawns, it brings with it a mix of cosmic insights for all zodiac signs and special reflections for those born on this date. Here’s a look at what the stars have in store and a tribute to a notable birthday celebrity. For December 28 Birthdays If today is your birthday, your natural...
WHITE OAK, Pa. — Two dogs that were shockingly abandoned in taped-up cardboard boxes outside a Giant Eagle grocery store in White Oak have found their way to the loving care of a local animal shelter. The unsettling discovery occurred around noon on Friday when a passerby noticed two boxes taped shut, with movement coming...
Authorities have captured a 35-year-old Honduran man following a violent kidnapping incident in Haltom City, Texas, on Christmas Day. A dramatic chain of events unfolded early on Tuesday morning when Eduardo Javier Ordonez Godoy, 35, allegedly abducted a 22-year-old woman at gunpoint. The victim was walking to her vehicle at the Acacia Apartments in Haltom...