WRTV's Amber Grigley went to Anderson to present Tracy with the prestigious Jefferson Award for Multiplying Good.

FULTON – April 13, 2025, It is with deep sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Ralph “Rob” Kring, 53, of Fulton, on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Rob was a loving father and cherished […] ...

New York unveiled a climate resilience plan to protect communities from extreme weather, led by DEC, DOS, DHSES, and NYSERDA.

Children coming into foster care often bring little with them, lacking basics such as clothing or toothbrushes or any of the comfort items of home. That’s where a community-based nonprofit has stepped ...

“She had been in many foster homes due to really no fault of her own.” Steve and Julie first took in Chloe as a temporary placement. “And she called us mommy and daddy from the very first ...

Rep. Julie Johnson says the Texas foster care system has many problems, including a shortage of parents.

As a foster youth, I shouldn’t have had to become my own case manager, therapist, and advocate just to stay afloat, writes ...

Not long after she entered foster care at age 12, a psychiatrist prescribed the antipsychotic Seroquel for Mercedes Jackson. That made breakfast at her foster home a challenge. She recalls stumbling ...

AB 226, a borrowing mechanism bill passed by the state assembly, allows bond issues supporting the homeowners insurer of last ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara — While responding to the world’s hot zones after disaster, ShelterBox delivers life-saving supplies with a ...