Under southern Alaska’s coast, a restless microplate drives ongoing tectonic drama, unleashing powerful quakes and surprising tsunamis. A region of frequent tremors and shifting coastlines where the Earth’s restless energy keeps rewriting the map.

Two Maui-area New Year’s Eve fireworks displays promise a dazzling welcome to 2026. With strict safety rules and permit requirements in play, residents will want to know what’s allowed and when the celebrations light up the sky.

Fog could cast a dim veil over New Year’s Eve celebrations, with cold air and incoming rain shaping the weekend. Expect changing snow levels, slick roads, and intermittent showers as the year turns—with a hint of sun peeking through Saturday.

An Imperial Valley farmer is extradited to Arizona on a first-degree murder charge tied to his estranged wife’s death. As investigators uncover new details and a tense legal battle begins, the case raises questions about motive and what’s next in court.

Three hikers were found dead on Mt Baldy after a perilous winter ascent, a stark reminder of the unpredictable dangers on Southern California’s mountains.

Finn Wolfhard offers a front-row look at how the Stranger Things cast stays close as fame piles up and the finale nears. From constant texts to shared memories and moments of support, their friendship feels like the show’s quiet, enduring star.

Starting January, a new wave of SNAP rules rolls out in five states as part of a broad public health push. Backed by governors and health officials, the measures aim to steer benefits toward healthier choices and curb diet-related diseases. With additional states considering similar reforms by 2026, the policy debate is poised to reshape…

A prominent Imperial Valley farmer is tied to a high-profile murder case in Arizona. After extradition, he entered a not guilty plea as investigators outline a cross-state timeline surrounding his estranged wife’s death. The unfolding case centers on a long, complicated divorce and a community’s attention.

Rain returns to the Bay Area just in time for New Year’s Eve, bringing cloudy skies, breezy winds, and slick sidewalks along the Embarcadero. A cooler front follows into New Year’s Day, with lingering showers shaping the start of 2026.

Zootopia 2 is breaking records and redefining Disney Animation’s footprint on the global stage. Its sweeping international appeal hints at bold twists ahead for the world of animated storytelling.

Colorado gears up for a dazzling New Year’s Eve as cities light up the sky with fireworks, torches, and mountain magic. From Denver’s dual displays to Breckenridge’s torch run and Aspen’s festive scenes, revelers across the high country ring in 2026 in style.

An overnight blaze engulfed a historic church in Amsterdam, turning the skyline smoky and leaving the city in suspense. Investigators are probing the cause as residents brace for a long road to restoration and answers about what sparked the catastrophe.

Vince Gill is set for a post‑midnight moment in Austin as CNN’s New Year’s Eve bash kicks into high gear. A star‑studded lineup—featuring The Head and The Heart and Florence + The Machine—along with candid interviews and global moments, promises a festive, globe-spanning countdown to 2026.

Craving a late-night bite to ring in the New Year? Plenty of familiar fast-food spots plan to stay open, though hours vary by location. Find out which favorites are likely to be serving as the celebrations begin.

New guidance on SNAP waivers could reshape how benefits are used in groceries across 18 states starting January 1, 2026. Retailers get a 90-day grace period to align with state-specific rules, but enforcement includes a two-strike penalty that could risk withdrawal from the program. Industry groups warn that timing and complexity add to retailers’ compliance…

San Lorenzo in Lucina, a historic Rome church, is suddenly at the center of a dramatic fundraising mystery. Investigators allege a 2024 “Peace Convoy for Gaza” drive used fake charities to move donations, with some funds diverted to illicit ends. As arrests widen and the probe deepens, questions linger about how charitable giving can be…

Christian County is grappling with a wave of financial scams tied to Bitcoin kiosks in local supermarkets and gas stations. Victims are losing thousands as scammers exploit outages and transfer systems. New Illinois protections and updated receipts offer renewed safeguards—staying vigilant could save your wallet.