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Patten's Fight for Recovery After Devastating Fire

December 19, 2025

In the small town of Patten, Maine, a recent fire has left a significant mark. The blaze started early Wednesday morning, consuming the Outback Garage and causing extensive damage to nearby buildings. The fire spread quickly, destroying the garage, an upstairs apartment, and the Hathaways Apartments

opinion

Rogers Park: Embracing Change or Resisting Progress?

December 16, 2025

In a recent gathering, Anchorage Assembly Member Erin Baldwin Day engaged with the Rogers Park Community Council to tackle the city's housing crisis. The discussion revolved around easing zoning restrictions to allow more housing options along transit routes like Northern Lights Boulevard. Many att

politics

Serbia's Controversial Building Plan Sparks Legal Trouble

December 15, 2025

In Serbia, a high-ranking official and three others are now facing serious charges. These charges are linked to a big real estate project. The project is connected to Jared Kushner, who is U. S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law. The charges include abuse of office and falsifying documents. The p

business

Will County's Housing Puzzle: Who Gets Left Behind?

December 12, 2025

Will County, known for its many single-family homes, has a problem. Not everyone can find a place that fits their needs or budget. Young adults, like recent college grad Dominic Pelayo, are stuck living with their parents. Why? Because one-bedroom apartments cost between $1, 500 and $1, 800 a month.

business

Grand Rapids' Fifth Third Building Gets a Modern Makeover

December 12, 2025

In the heart of Grand Rapids, a big change is happening. The Fifth Third Building, which has been around since 1966, is getting a major upgrade. Seven floors that have been empty for years are being turned into 140 fancy apartments. These apartments will be ready by June 2026. The man in charge, Sa

crime

A Bookkeeper's Big Heist: How a Trusted Employee Stole Millions from a NYC Restaurant

December 11, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, a bookkeeper named Lori Jakubowski has been accused of stealing a whopping $2. 5 million from Fresco by Scotto, a well-known Italian restaurant in New York City. This heist took place over seven long years, with Jakubowski creatively siphoning money in various ways. She

opinion

San Diego's Hidden Housing Crisis: The Airbnb Effect

December 11, 2025

San Diego is in a housing crunch. It's not just a small problem. It's a big one. And a big part of it is Airbnbs. Right now, there are 10, 600 homes in San Diego being used as short-term rentals. That's a lot. It's like having a whole other city within San Diego where families can't live. These hom

crime

Hong Kong's Housing Crisis Deepens After Devastating Fire

December 6, 2025

In Hong Kong, a recent fire has left a huge mess. It's been more than a week since the fire destroyed a big housing complex. At least 159 people died. Now, the city has a big problem: finding new homes for the thousands of people who survived. They lost almost everything in the fire. The government

crime

Safety Concerns Rise at Baton Rouge Student Housing

December 6, 2025

The Cadence at Southern University apartments have seen a surge in crime this year. Police reports show 58 incidents, including assaults and burglaries, since January. Two tragic shootings have shaken the community. In October, 17-year-old Micah Booker lost his life there. Just recently, 21-year-old

education

Atlanta's Uneven School Ground: A Look at the Divide

December 3, 2025

Atlanta's schools show a stark contrast. Midtown High School and Booker T. Washington High School are both in Atlanta, but they're worlds apart. Midtown has fewer students living in poverty and more advanced classes. Booker T. Washington has more students in need and fewer resources. This isn't jus