As federal funding to SNAP comes to a halt as a result of an ongoing government shutdown, Gov. Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency allowing $5 million to go to funding local food banks.

After five episodes of pod dating and a honeymoon trip to Mexico, the Denver couples that got engaged on season nine of “Love is Blind” are finally starting to settle in… or are they? Netflix dropped ...

Editor’s note: The following story is part of a series profiling those running for Newburyport City Council this fall. NEWBURYPORT — Running uncontested for the Ward 5 City Council seat in the ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Merced – The California Transportation Commission today approved $4.9 billion to improve safety and mobility on local streets ...

A trip to Hawaii comes with a lot of anticipation — from visiting stunning beaches like Waikiki Beach to experiencing the laid-back, island lifestyle first-hand. No matter which Hawaiian island you ...

Centre County took a step forward Tuesday morning in its aim to expand flights and air service in the area. More than 130 business owners and community leaders gathered inside the State College ...

CHICAGO — Matthew Boyd pitched two-hit ball into the fifth inning, and the Chicago Cubs shut down the Milwaukee Brewers for a 6-0 victory Thursday night that pushed their NL Division Series all the ...

Happy Halloween from all of us here at Local 5 News! To celebrate the holiday with you, the audience, we’ve compiled photos ...

The La Crosse Tribune will recognize the accomplishments of five high school girls athletes from our coverage area each week.

Three new people will join the board that leads Wyandotte County’s local government next year, and two will stick around for ...

Cops and courts were busy this past week, and if you're not on top of everything that's gone on, we've got you.

Mainers voted Tuesday on changes to election and gun laws with Questions 1 and 2, and many communities voted on municipal elections and local referendums.