SACRAMENTO — January 1 marks two years since California implemented its organic recycling law, aimed at reducing food waste and greenhouse gas emissions. The law, which requires cities to collect food scraps separately from trash, has made significant strides, with 93% of California communities now participating in residential organic waste collection. Starting next month, the...
After a member of their family was brutally murdered in Madison Heights, a family from Oakland County is in grief since the tragedy. When Robert Cavanaugh was attacked, his family members stated that he was attempting to save a dog. The individual under suspicion has been taken into custody by the police. It was well...
SACRAMENTO — A collision between a vehicle and a Sacramento light rail train on Thursday evening left one person injured, according to local officials. The Sacramento Fire Department reported that the accident occurred around 8:15 p.m. near 7th Street and Capitol Mall, a busy intersection in the downtown area. Emergency responders arrived quickly at the...
Michigan’s self-defense laws allow residents to protect themselves using force, including deadly force, under certain conditions. These laws, including the “Stand Your Ground” law and the “Castle Doctrine,” aim to provide clear guidelines for when and how citizens can defend themselves. What Is the Stand Your Ground Law? Michigan’s Stand Your Ground law gives individuals...
DALLAS – The much-anticipated drone show at the Dallas New Year’s Eve bash has been canceled after a recent mishap involving the same drone company during a holiday event in Florida. Sky Elements Drones, a North Texas-based company, informed Reunion Tower it would not participate in this year’s event. The decision comes after some of...
BALTIMORE — The post-holiday travel rush is in full swing as millions of people nationwide return home after visiting loved ones. Maryland has been no exception, with busy highways, airports, and train stations. AAA Mid-Atlantic estimates that 2.3 million Marylanders traveled for the holidays, with most opting to drive. Across the country, the TSA expects...
In 2024, several beloved bars and restaurants in Metro Detroit closed their doors, marking the end of an era for many local dining spots. From long-established eateries to newer favorites, these closures reflect the challenges businesses face in the ever-changing hospitality industry. Whether due to financial struggles, shifting consumer preferences, or other unforeseen circumstances, each...
Loved ones sobbed during a candlelight memorial on Detroit’s west side Thursday night for a man who was shot and murdered this week. According to Detroit police, Tommy “Mike” Ireland, 37, was shot and died Monday evening. The incident took place on Kercheval Avenue, near Belvidere Street on the city’s east side. The family of...
If you’ve noticed higher prices on restaurant menus lately, you’re not alone. Food costs have skyrocketed since the pandemic, driven by inflation, supply chain issues, changing consumer habits, and even disease outbreaks. From 2019 to 2023, food prices rose an average of 25%, leaving North Jersey chefs and restaurateurs scrambling to adapt. “It’s a weird...
According to officials, two drivers were hospitalized following a head-on collision Thursday evening in Macomb Township. According to a news release from the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred around 5:36 p.m. on 12 Mile Road near Indian Pointe Drive, also known as Heydenreich Road. According to the statement, a Ford Fusion driving west...