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Rising U.S. suicide rates, linked to socioeconomic struggles, are hitting Native communities hard. Here's what's being done to help.
Suicide is an irrevocable act with implications not just for individuals but also their families and communities. It stems from intense feelings of despair and hopelessness, and when it happens, … more
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Your smartphone is ruining your sleep. Here's what you can do about it.
A new year, a new beginning. A fresh start on the calendar inspires many to improve. Apart from resolutions to achieve more and change for the better, many also aspire to find better ways to improve … more
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What is the average credit score in the US?
The average credit score was 715 in 2024, according to Experian data. That average, as of the third quarter of 2024, is unchanged from the same quarter in 2023. For 11 straight years, the average … more
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Average U.S. salary by state
Business or finance district concept; modern … <span class='morelink'><a href='/stories/average-us-salary-by-state,425595?'>more</a></span> </div> <div class='dateline'> <span itemprop=Jacqueline Demarco |
'The kids everyone forgot': The faltering post-pandemic push to reengage teens and young adults not in school, college, or the workforce
Lucian O’Donnell at the nonprofit MiSide's … <span class='morelink'><a href='/stories/the-kids-everyone-forgot-the-faltering-post-pandemic-push-to-reengage-teens-and-young-adults-not,425594?'>more</a></span> </div> <div class='dateline'> <span itemprop=Mila Koumpilova for Chalkbeat |
Who got to work remotely in 2024 and who didn't, according to data
Person types on a laptop on a desk that also has children’s blocks … <span class='morelink'><a href='/stories/who-got-to-work-remotely-in-2024-and-who-didnt-according-to-data,425593?'>more</a></span> </div> <div class='dateline'> <span itemprop=Kathleen Caulderwood |
Top Super Bowl halftime performances of all time
The 2025 Super Bowl in New Orleans will feature the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. While fans will be focused on the game, millions will tune in for the halftime show. This part of … more
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Why California keeps putting homes where fires burn
In 1955, the Ventu Park wildfire tore through the canyons above Malibu, burning nearly 14,000 acres and eight homes. The same area saw two large fires burn hillsides and homes over the next three … more
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The truth about alcohol and your health, according to data
Health is generally top of mind in the new year. And while going to the gym and eating better are all noble goals, more Americans are choosing to cut down on alcohol as part of starting fresh in … more
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Which credit bureau is used most?
Collage of credit cards, finance and city buildings for … <span class='morelink'><a href='/stories/which-credit-bureau-is-used-most,425287?'>more</a></span> </div> <div class='dateline'> <span itemprop=Maureen Shelly |
Shocked by the price of eggs? Here are 11 inflation-proof groceries for healthy eating in 2025
In recent years, more and more Americans are noting groceries as a source of financial stress. According to one report , 70% of shoppers say they struggle to pay for their groceries and 62% say they … more
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Cities with the most Black-owned businesses; Sumter is in Top 10 list
February is Black History Month , and to honor the occasion, researchers at TruckInfo.net analyzed data from the Census Bureau to better understand the positive impact of Black entrepreneurs. … more
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States where gun violence has surpassed car accidents as the #1 killer of children in the U.S.
On the heels of yet another mass school shooting in Georgia in September and in Madison, Wisconsin in December, the nation's gun violence epidemic will be a key issue in the coming years, with half … more
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50 most popular chain restaurants in America
Since A&W Root Beer became the first American restaurant to franchise in 1925, the U.S.—not to mention the rest of the world—has been dominated by chains.  Iconic … more
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How gas prices have changed in Sumter in the last week
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Can intermittent fasting help you safely meet your goals?
If you are trying to drop pounds, fasting for weight loss has probably crossed your mind, in part because you've probably seen intermittent fasting all over your social media and in the news. This … more
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Super Bowl by the numbers
When it comes to sporting events and the glitz and glamour that accompany it, it is fair to say that nobody does it better than the NFL. With its showpiece annual event around the corner, it's time … more
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Find your flow: Five strategies for prioritizing tasks with ADHD
If you live with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder , or ADHD, you know firsthand how this condition affects your brain. One of the biggest impacts is the way ADHD can make it difficult to … more
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To counter gun violence, he recruits police from the communities most afflicted
Chief Deputy Marvin Hill poses for a portrait in his … <span class='morelink'><a href='/stories/to-counter-gun-violence-he-recruits-police-from-the-communities-most-afflicted,424754?'>more</a></span> </div> <div class='dateline'> <span itemprop=Josiah Bates for The Trace |
Twin and triplet births are on the decline. Here's how it breaks down by state.
Two baby twin infants are lying down on grey sheet.Cassidy Grom |
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