Letter To The Editor: Vote Yes On Delco's $120M Open Space Bond

This letter to the editor comes from Oliver Bass.

What Are You Thankful For This Year? Your Neighbors Want To Know!

From a brand partner: From loved ones to local businesses, big moments to little joys, every story deserves to be celebrated. Share yours!

How Old Is Too Old To Start Playing A Sport? Here's What Experts Say

From a brand partner: From pickleball to tennis, experts share tips for getting in the game, staying active and avoiding injuries.

Election Fever in the Final Stretch -- “The Sunday Political Brunch” -- October 25, 2026

My analysis of the week's top political stories

Author Rashida Aisha Ali Celebrates A Remarkable Lifetime of Literary Achievement Releases Memoir

Acclaimed Author, Artist, Educator, Philanthropist, and Spiritual Visionary Shares an Extraordinary in new book "THE TAPESTRY OF MY LIFE"

House of Ra Books & Publishing announces the release of The Tapestry of My Life, a mosaic memoir by author

An eclectic artist, author, entrepreneur, and world traveler unveils a captivating mosaic memoir of love

Backyard Fire Pits Can Put Neighbors At Odds Over Smoke: Block Talk

A cozy backyard fire for one household can mean closed windows next door. Tell us how much neighbors should accommodate each other.

The 3,100 Pound Pumpkin, Thieves Steal $1M In Pokémon Cards: Weird News & Oddities

A trading-card heist, a runaway cow and a rare shark visit, plus a macabre tale of pampered vultures and doomed pigeons.

Taking Your Dog Everywhere Can Cross A Line Even Animal Lovers Draw [The Question]

Even devoted dog owners have limits on where their pets belong, while others ask for “a little bit of grace” for well-behaved dogs.

The Lettuce Scare Ended. These Food Safety Problems Didn’t.

A record outbreak exposed confusing recalls, inspection gaps and tracing delays. Watchdogs question if fixes will come before next summer.

Novel November returns November 1–30, 2026

Prowritingaid.com provides all the tools you need to get a novel written in November

Breast Cancer Death Rates Vary Widely Across U.S.; See Where They’re Highest

New CDC data reveal stark differences in breast cancer deaths nationwide, even as diagnoses rise and treatments improve.

GLP-1 Drug Recalled Nationwide Due To Possible Health Risks

The company involved in the recall received a warning letter last year from the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research.

African American Small Business Foundation Calls on Donors Nationwide to Invest in Black Entrepreneurship

Foundation seeks philanthropic support to expand economic opportunity, strengthen minority businesses & help close the racial wealth gap!

Orionid Meteors Peak, ‘Halloween Fireballs’ Build: What To Know

NASA says the extremely fast and bright Orionid meteors offer glowing trains that can last for seconds or minutes and can produce fireballs.

N.Y.C. Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce Brings Its Vision for Economic Empowerment to N.Y.C.

New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce is bringing its vision for minority business growth to the heart of N.Y.C.

Capital Gains Tax Strategies for Seniors

From a brand partner: Minimizing capital gains tax can be an important part of managing your retirement income.

More Court Fights and Chaos for this White House -- “The Sunday Political Brunch” - October 18, 2026

My weekly analysis of the week's top political stories

More Details On Claim Of Dead Mouse In Peppers: Recall Roundup

Cars that may come to a dead stop at high speeds among three auto recalls; Amazon painkillers recalled; baby bath seat a drowning hazard.

Powerful El Niño Could Bring Unexpected Weather This Winter

A strong El Niño could drive extreme winter weather, shifting storm tracks to alter temperatures, rainfall, and snowfall nationwide.

Dogs Are Family, But They May Not Be Welcome Everywhere [The Question]

Dog-friendly culture has its limits. Does an invitation to someone's home include the four-legged family members, or is that pushing it?

How Trick-Or-Treating Is Changing In America’s Neighborhoods: Block Talk

For some, the gradual disappearance of door-to-door Halloween trick-or-treating feels like the disappearance of neighborhood life itself.

Housing Market Shifts As Buyers Gain An Advantage Not Seen In Years

Homebuyers have more bargaining power than in years, but there’s a catch that reveals just how troubled the housing market has become.

Affordable Designer Clothing Store Opening 51 Stores In 17 States: Here’s Where

New openings include stores discounting designer clothing up to 60 percent off and budget-friendly sister stores offering deeper price cuts.

The Scary Cost Of Candy For Trick-Or-Treating 2026

As candy prices soar, some households rethink what they’ll hand out to trick-or-treaters. Candy corn and even potatoes may have a moment.

Social Security COLA For 2027 May Not Absorb Higher Costs, Critics Say

Higher payments begin in January, although increases in Medicare premiums could consume some of that additional money.

If You Used This App, You May Get A Share Of $15.8M Refund

The Federal Trade Commission said eligible consumers should get an email on next steps by Oct. 26.

5 Money Moves to Consider After Your First $1 Million

From a brand partner: How complexities can emerge once your portfolio hits seven figures, and what decisions to consider.

This Tiny Town Won A $1M Football Field Upgrade. See The Stadium Now

From a brand partner: Nearly 2 million votes powered Dierks’ big win. Now, Friday Night 5G Lights is back.

As the Election Nears, War Drags On -- “The Sunday Political Brunch” -- October 11, 2026

My political analysis of the week's top news stories

New Federal School Scholarships Could Cover Private Tuition, But There's A Catch

A new federal tax-credit program could help pay for private school tuition, tutoring and more, but eligibility won't guarantee an award.

Huge Rats Move In, Drive Families Out: Weird News & Oddities

A stolen porta-potty, a suspect with terrible timing, a giant porcupine with 20-inch quills, America’s creepiest roads, and more weird news.

Is Trick-Or-Treating Becoming A Zombie? [Block Talk]

More Americans are celebrating Halloween, but traditional trick-or-treating is losing ground as families embrace organized events.

America’s Creepiest Roads Have Some Seriously Disturbing Backstories

From ax-wielding rabbits to faceless hitchhikers, America’s creepiest roads have legends and histories that seem written for Halloween.

Respiratory Illnesses On The Rise: See What’s Circulating

As respiratory illnesses begin circulating this fall, here's how to tell them apart, when to see a doctor and who needs a vaccine.

Congress Recesses For Midterms As Push For Year-Round DST Intensifies

Daylight saving time is scheduled to end next month, despite a push by President Donald Trump to make it the year-round permanent time.

Meet The Top 40 Schools Competing For A $1 Million Home Field Upgrade

From a brand partner: Voting is now open in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights competition. Here's how you can help pick the winner!

An Abandoned Mine Could Be Hidden Beneath Your Home

Centuries-old mines beneath neighborhoods can trigger sinkholes and other collapses, and officials don’t know where all of them are.

Nature’s Strange Clues About The Winter Ahead

Persimmon seeds, woolly bears, acorns and other bits of weather folklore are still used to predict winter, even if science says otherwise.

Some, But Not All, Medicare Recipients Are Getting A $90 Surprise

The Trump administration is sending checks to millions Medicare enrollees to lower health care costs. Here’s who qualifies.