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One possible housing crisis solution? A new kind of public housing for all income levels

Maryland's Montgomery County is building mixed-income apartments in which people who can afford to pay market rate allow other renters to pay less. Cities and states nationwide are taking up the idea.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development issued a formal request this summer for more research on the impact of paying renters directly.

In a major shift, the U.S. government explores giving renters cash, not vouchers

Federal housing vouchers are the largest rental aid program, but many landlords reject them. Experiments will test whether cash helps more people sign a lease.

Sophie Hediger takes 2nd place during the FIS Snowboard Cross World Cup Men's and Women's Snowboard Cross on January 26, 2024 in St Moritz, Switzerland.

Snowboarder's death in Swiss Alps avalanche is a reminder that even pros face risk

The death of an Olympic snowboarding athlete is a reminder that even the most skilled and experienced athletes are not immune to the threat of avalanches, and that knowledge is key to staying safe.

Why was a Kentucky judge killed? So far, it remains a mystery

The one-of-a-kind killing of a Kentucky judge, allegedly by the local sheriff, has shaken tight-knit Letcher County, leaving people baffled and unnerved as police try to figure out a motive.

A new round of COVID-19 vaccines will be rolled out soon.

The new COVID shot is now available. Here's what you need to know

Two of the updated COVID-19 vaccines have arrived at pharmacies all over the country. On Friday, the FDA authorized the Novavax shot, which is also expected to be available in the coming days.

The Eaton Fire destroyed more than 9,000 homes and buildings across Altadena and Pasadena. For many, the fire was unexpected and choices about what possessions to take while evacuating was rushed — or in some cases, not made at all.

The Eaton Fire forced them from their homes. Here's what residents took with them

Many residents in Altadena, Calif., evacuated not knowing it would be the last time they would see their homes standing. Their decisions about what possessions to take were rushed — or not made at all.

Sean "Diddy" Combs arrives at the LA Premiere of "The Four: Battle For Stardom" at the CBS Radford Studio Center on May 30, 2018, in Los Angeles.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail after arrest for conspiracy and sex trafficking

The music mogul was arrested late Monday in New York and now faces charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution after months of civil lawsuits.

Turkeys at a farm as California declares state of emergency to prevent new public health crisis on Bird flu in Pescadero, California, in December.

Bird flu Q&A: What to know to help protect yourself and your pets

Each week some revelation about bird flu seems to flutter through the news cycle. Here's what the latest research is saying about how it is spreading and how to keep yourself and your pets safe.

With RFK Jr.'s nomination for health secretary, his 'Make American Healthy Again' movement is poised for real power.

RFK Jr. wants to 'Make America Healthy Again.' He could face a lot of pushback

RFK Jr. wants to tackle chronic disease. Despite his widely disputed views on vaccines, his focus on healthy food and taking on special interests may find broad support — and face political headwinds.

Trump wants to end birthright citizenship. That's easier said than done

One of Trump's executive orders moves to end birthright citizenship, a right enshrined in the Constitution. Here's what you need to know about the legal principle and its possible future.

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