Millions of low-cost homes are deteriorating, making the U.S. housing shortage worse Older homes are the only ones many Americans can afford, but they are costly to fix and maintain, especially for seniors. A patchwork of programs to help are underfunded and have years-long waitlists. Jennifer Ludden
Pregnant women and babies face 'terrifying' threat from xylazine addiction In parts of the U.S., more than half of pregnant women facing severe addiction are also exposed toxic to the toxic animal tranquilizer xylazine, a threat to them, their fetuses and newborns. Brian Mann
This is what it’s really like to have OCD, according to 4 people living with it OCD is often misunderstood. Here’s what it’s like, from people who live with it. Claire Murashima
Arnold Schwarzenegger has endorsed Kamala Harris for president Schwarzenegger served as the governor of California from 2003 to 2011. He said he is frustrated with both parties, and does not trust either, but felt compelled to speak out. Ayana Archie
North Korea launches new intercontinental ballistic missile designed to threaten U.S. North Korea confirmed the launch hours after its neighbors detected the firing of what they suspected was a new weapon. The Associated Press
Unprecedented flooding in Spain kills at least 158 people Crews in Spain searched for bodies in stranded cars and sodden buildings as people tried to salvage what they could from homes following monstrous flash floods. The Associated Press
What's the economic value of a minor league team? Everett looks at financials of proposed AquaSox stadium Libby Denkmann
