A judge ruled against Burger King’s request to dismiss the a class action lawsuit, meaning the company will have to face plaintiffs in court.
Author: Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY
The historic banyan tree in Lahaina stands after Maui fires, but will it live?
Arborists in Maui are working on bringing Lahaina’s 150-year-old banyan tree, which is still standing after the devastating wildfires, back to life.
Maine man, 86, convicted of fraud 58 years after stealing dead brother’s identity
Authorities said facial recognition technology helped them discover a decades-old case of identity theft and fraud for Social Security benefits.
Police discover body in shallow grave in Vermont man’s backyard
Shawn Bair of Vermont was charged with improper disposal of a body. Police report that the death did not appear suspicious upon initial examination.
German tourists suspected of defacing historic Italian landmark with graffiti
In the latest installment of tourists behaving badly, two German men are suspected of defacing of the 460-year-old Vasari Corridor in Florence, Italy.
Watch Yellowstone wolves bring ‘toys’ home to their teething pups
Even wild canines enjoy a chew toy every now and again!
Brown tarantula mating season is here! You may see more of the arachnids in these states.
Why did the tarantula cross the road? To find a mate, of course! Here’s where you may find them in the U.S. from August to October.
Pet company says your dog can earn $100 promoting CBD-infused peanut butter treats
Pet wellness company Honest Paws is looking for dog ambassadors – with $100 an hour pay – to promote peanut butter CBD treats.
Uber, Lyft say they’ll leave Minneapolis if rideshare minimum wage ordinance passes. Here’s why.
Both ridesharing companies have urged Mayor Jacob Frey to veto the bill, lest ridesharing becomes too expensive to continue operating in the city.
Ohio woman says she found pennies lodged inside her McDonald’s chicken McNuggets
An Ohio McDonald’s customer said she was shocked to find her McDonald’s chicken McNuggets contained a few pennies along with the chicken.