In January 2026, several U.S. cities, including Orlando, Houston, and Atlanta, earned Michelin stars, highlighting rising culinary excellence.

Wisconsin beats Minnesota 78-75 in OT on Blackwell’s buzzer-beater, extending Big Ten win streak to three.

Michigan State beats Nebraska 73-71 in close women's basketball game, with VanSlooten scoring 22 points.

AI-driven demand caused major RAM, GPU, and SSD shortages, spiking prices in 2026.

Orcas performed acrobatics near Seattle in January 2026, drawing crowds and prompting calls for respectful viewing.

The Rangers' GM admitted playoff disappointment, pledging improvement without specifics.

Avista seeks a 13.9% electric rate hike in 2027, with gradual increases through 2030, citing infrastructure, climate compliance, and coal phase-out costs.

U.S. farmland values stabilize in 2026, driven by demand for high-quality land and economic uncertainty.

Vodka Vodka won the Cal Cup sprint at Santa Anita, boosting trainer John Smith's comeback.

A man was charged after crashing into a snowplow on I-90, injuring the driver.