The states that really, really love – and really, really hate – candy corn
Candy corn sparks fierce debate every Halloween. Some states can’t get enough, while others won’t touch it. Here’s where your state stands.
Candy corn sparks fierce debate every Halloween. Some states can’t get enough, while others won’t touch it. Here’s where your state stands.
Cracker Barrel CEO breaks silence on logo U-turn
Cracker Barrel's CEO addressed the decision to change its logo - and then reverse course after customer backlash.
Cracker Barrel's CEO addressed the decision to change its logo - and then reverse course after customer backlash.
Who is Graham Planter? Maine Senate candidate denies being 'secret Nazi'
During an interview, the senate candidate addressed a tattoo he received years ago of an image resembling a Nazi symbol and controversial online comments he made in the past.
During an interview, the senate candidate addressed a tattoo he received years ago of an image resembling a Nazi symbol and controversial online comments he made in the past.
San Francisco Giants hire University of Tennessee's Tony Vitello to be next manager
Tony Vitello – head baseball coach at the University of Tennessee – will be the first manager in Major League Baseball without any professional baseball experience.
Tony Vitello – head baseball coach at the University of Tennessee – will be the first manager in Major League Baseball without any professional baseball experience.
U.S. Postal Service says it’s ready to deliver for the 2025 holiday season
If you're planning to ship packages this holiday season, the United States Postal Service says it’s ready to deliver.
If you're planning to ship packages this holiday season, the United States Postal Service says it’s ready to deliver.
As we fall back, here's how much sleep your state gets
A study from the American Heart Association and Brigham and Women’s Hospital finds that sleep patterns vary by state, with differences in how long and when people sleep.
A study from the American Heart Association and Brigham and Women’s Hospital finds that sleep patterns vary by state, with differences in how long and when people sleep.
Most Americans say country is heading in wrong direction, poll finds
A new national survey shows deepening pessimism about the nation’s direction, with Democrats now far more likely than Republicans to say the U.S. is on the wrong track.
A new national survey shows deepening pessimism about the nation’s direction, with Democrats now far more likely than Republicans to say the U.S. is on the wrong track.
Triple shooting in Mesa; SNAP benefits affected by government shutdown l Morning News Brief
From a triple shooting in the East Valley that sent three people to the hospital to food stamps being affected by the ongoing government shutdown, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of October 22.
From a triple shooting in the East Valley that sent three people to the hospital to food stamps being affected by the ongoing government shutdown, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of October 22.
These are the 14 billion-dollar weather disasters of 2025, according to data
New data shows that 14 separate billion-dollar weather and climate disasters slammed the U.S. in just six months of 2025 – topping $100B in damages.
New data shows that 14 separate billion-dollar weather and climate disasters slammed the U.S. in just six months of 2025 – topping $100B in damages.
What to know about SNAP benefits as government shutdown continues
The USDA warned SNAP benefits for November could be delayed if the government shutdown continues.
The USDA warned SNAP benefits for November could be delayed if the government shutdown continues.
New video shows Valley Metro bus fire
New video released by the Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Department shows crews battling a Valley Metro bus fire near the Loop 202 and Priest Drive. No one was hurt in the fire.
New video released by the Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Department shows crews battling a Valley Metro bus fire near the Loop 202 and Priest Drive. No one was hurt in the fire.
FDA approved eye drop can help people regain near vision
Vizz is a recently FDA approved eye drop that can help people who struggle with near vision.
Vizz is a recently FDA approved eye drop that can help people who struggle with near vision.
'Soul Sistahs Fighting': Retired detention officer shares her cancer battle
"Soul Sistahs Fighting" is a group of Black women committed to increasing awareness and support for Black women impacted by breast cancer.
"Soul Sistahs Fighting" is a group of Black women committed to increasing awareness and support for Black women impacted by breast cancer.
Retired AZ detention officer details her cancer battle
"Soul Sistahs Fighting" is a group of Black women committed to increasing awareness and support for Black women impacted by breast cancer. The group was started and is led by Melissa Lawson, a retired Maricopa County detention officer and breast cancer survivor.
"Soul Sistahs Fighting" is a group of Black women committed to increasing awareness and support for Black women impacted by breast cancer. The group was started and is led by Melissa Lawson, a retired Maricopa County detention officer and breast cancer survivor.
Lightning believed to have caused Avondale house fire
Firefighters say lightning is believed to have sparked a house fire near El Mirage Road and Lower Buckeye. No one inside the home was hurt.
Firefighters say lightning is believed to have sparked a house fire near El Mirage Road and Lower Buckeye. No one inside the home was hurt.
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
ChatGPT Atlas: OpenAI launches new web browser
ChatGPT's Atlas is the latest tech initiative from OpenAI, following the launch of its online shopping experience and AI video social media app, Sora, last month.
ChatGPT's Atlas is the latest tech initiative from OpenAI, following the launch of its online shopping experience and AI video social media app, Sora, last month.
Triple shooting in Mesa sends 3 to hospital
Three people were shot late Tuesday night near Lindsay Road and University Drive, police said. All three victims are in stable condition.
Three people were shot late Tuesday night near Lindsay Road and University Drive, police said. All three victims are in stable condition.
Mega Millions surges to $680 million; ninth largest in lottery history
Lottery players will have an opportunity to claim the massive cash prize for the next drawing on Friday night.
Lottery players will have an opportunity to claim the massive cash prize for the next drawing on Friday night.
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