On March 21, 2026, major Catholic groups backed a new USCIS rule to improve visa stability for religious workers.

KC Streetcar hires for expanded transit operations in Kansas City.

A new 2-mile trail system opened in Maine’s Bauneg Beg Mountain in autumn 2025, connecting to 38 miles of trails and honoring conservation efforts.

Maine's Penobscot County faces its worst HIV outbreak, with 36 cases by Jan 2026, many linked to hepatitis C, prompting calls for universal testing and support.

Australia’s $100M bushfire donation surge to WIRES sparked concerns over mismanagement and unequal distribution, undermining broader wildlife recovery.

A fire in St. Cloud, Minnesota, evacuated over 50 residents, damaged an apartment building, but caused no injuries.

A Waymo self-driving car in Houston swerved into oncoming traffic, causing a blockage, no injuries, and renewed safety concerns.

Wake Forest beat Navy 82-72 in the NIT second round, advancing to face Illinois State, which defeated Kent State 79-58.

Chatham diver Gary Smith, 67, died during a vehicle recovery effort in the Erieau channel.

James Rodríguez makes his Minnesota United home debut against Seattle in a rematch of last year’s playoff shootout.