Chicago -- On Sunday, October 11, 2026, 263 runners will take on the Chicago Marathon's 26.2-mile course as part of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's (AFSP) "Race for Hope" team, turning their mileage into fundraising for mental health research and education.

Team Has Raised Nearly $4.6 Million Since 2010

More than 1,800 participants have run under the Race for Hope banner since the team joined the Chicago Marathon in 2010, collectively raising close to $4.6 million for AFSP. This year's 263-member team is aiming to add nearly $1 million more to that total.

Runners Wear Jerseys With Personal Stories on the Back

Each team member races in a custom jersey featuring the Race for Hope logo on the front and a personal message on the back -- often naming a loved one lost to suicide or reflecting on their own mental health struggles.

Wichita Falls – October 07, 2026 -- Many people with disabilities avoid taking a job because they believe any paycheck will instantly cut off their Social Security benefits, but that assumption is often wrong. David Toogood, an expert on empowering people with disabilities at Work Services Corporation in Wichita Falls, Texas, says Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) both allow work under specific rules rather than cutting people off the moment they earn income.

SSDI includes a trial work period before benefits change.

Findlay, Ohio – October 07, 2026 -- Homeowners dealing with weak faucets or sluggish showers now have a clearer roadmap for diagnosing the problem, according to a new HelloNation article featuring insights from Aaron Basinger, a plumbing expert based in Findlay, Ohio.

Clogged fixtures are often the first suspect

The article identifies mineral deposits and sediment buildup in faucet aerators and showerheads as one of the most common causes of reduced water flow, especially in homes with hard water. Cleaning or replacing the affected fixture frequently resolves the issue.

A partially closed valve can cut pressure throughout the house

Shutoff valves near the water meter, water heater, or under sinks that aren't fully open can drastically reduce flow. The article notes that even a small adjustment to these valves can sometimes restore normal pressure instantly.

Las Vegas – October 07, 2026 -- Lucky Energy debuted a complete brand overhaul at the NACS Show, swapping its old can design for a stark black-and-white look that will hit shelves at select retailers, Amazon, and luckyenergy.co starting in the fourth quarter of 2026.

The redesign, developed with creative agency Dayjob, keeps the brand's signature tape graphic but strips away color except for flavor-specific accents. The company says the minimalist approach makes the simple, zero-sugar, zero-calorie formula easier to understand at a glance.

The company adopts a new mission statement built around gratitude

Lucky's updated tagline, "Every day is a miracle," reframes luck as something consumers create rather than wait for. Founder Richard Laver said the new identity is "cleaner, sharper, and more grown-up" while keeping the brand's original emotional core intact.

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – October 07, 2026 -- The 6th Annual Pumpkins & Palm Trees Fall Festival returns to Las Olas Oceanside Park on Saturday, October 24, 2026, with free admission and an expanded lineup of carnival rides, a student pie-baking contest and a musical trick-or-treat trail.

Presented by the City of Fort Lauderdale Beach Business Improvement District (BBID), the family event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Las Olas Oceanside Park, 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., with the Oceanside Community MKT open separately from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Free admission covers photo stations, STEM exhibits and candy games

Entry to the festival itself costs nothing. Included activities feature an interactive photo station sponsored by Stoked on Salt, hands-on exploration aboard the MODS STEMobile, balloon artistry from SoFlo Community Markets, lawn games with candy prizes and the Broward Center Spotlights Trick-or-Treat Trail, running from noon to 2 p.m.

Houston – October 07, 2026 -- The public television series "All Access with Andy Garcia" is filming an educational segment at Skydive Spaceland Houston on October 9, 2026, documenting the experience of a first tandem jump and the community built around the sport.

The segment follows jumpers from first leap to solo license

The episode will track the preparation, training, and personal responsibility behind a skydive, while also examining what draws some first-timers back for repeat jumps and formal training. Skydive Spaceland's Skydiver Training Program allows students to earn a solo skydiving license in as little as 4 to 7 days, or at a self-paced schedule.

Jersey City, N.J. – October 07, 2026 -- BetMGM has been voted the Most Trusted Online Casino Brand in America, tied for top spot, according to the 2026 BrandSpark American Trust Study conducted in partnership with Newsweek.

More than 35,000 consumers weighed in on brand trust

The independent survey polled over 35,000 U.S. consumers, measuring trust across hundreds of brands and categories. BrandSpark's analysis credited BetMGM's standing to strong consumer perceptions of quality, reliability, dependable payouts and overall platform credibility, with particular strength among higher-income and older demographics.

BetMGM CEO ties the award to regulatory standards

"Trust is the foundation of everything we do," said Adam Greenblatt, Chief Executive Officer of BetMGM, pointing to the company's game portfolio, responsible gambling tools and platform security as pillars of its regulated-market approach.

New York – October 07, 2026 -- Domestic holiday airfares have jumped sharply this year, with Thanksgiving round-trip fares up 15% and Christmas fares up 16% compared to last year, according to new data from flight deals app Going. International fares, by contrast, have stayed essentially flat for both holidays.

Going flight expert Willis Orlando attributes the increase to rising fuel and labor costs, strong summer travel demand that outpaced available seats, and the exit of a major low-cost carrier from the market. His advice to travelers: book early and know the right days to fly.

Monday before Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve offer the cheapest departures

Going's data shows Monday, Nov. 23, and Christmas Eve are the cheapest days to depart for Thanksgiving and Christmas travel, respectively. The weekends immediately before and after each holiday remain the most expensive days to fly, whether departing or returning.

Jupiter, Fla. – October 07, 2026 -- Perfect Game debuted PG Central, a new live, on-location show, at 7:00 pm ET during its annual WWBA World Championship in Jupiter, Florida.

The program streams on all PG social channels, the free PGTV app and PerfectGame.TV, giving athletes, parents, coaches and fans a first look at the dates for Perfect Game's Flagship, Premier, Signature and Classic events for 2027.

Veteran broadcaster Daron Sutton hosts the new show

Daron Sutton leads PG Central, with early guest appearances from two-time NBA Hall of Famer and travel baseball dad Jason Kidd, plus former MLB All-Stars Mo Vaughn and Ryan Klesko.

"We're very excited for the launch of PG Central, the latest addition to our growing media platform," said Kash Shaikh, Chief Marketing Officer and Head of International at Perfect Game. He added that Jupiter was the right place to premiere the show, calling it the most iconic travel ball event in the world.

Albuquerque, N.M. – October 07, 2026 -- River cruising, once dominated by guests in their 70s, 80s, and 90s, is now drawing Generation X, Millennial, and family travelers, according to Craig S. Pavlus, founder and CEO of Pavlus Travel & Cruise.

River cruising accounts for about 7 percent of total overnight cruise capacity but is growing quickly, Pavlus says, citing data from Cruise Lines International Association. Global river cruise capacity sits at roughly 61,000 berths compared with about 776,000 lower berths for ocean cruising.

Younger guests are booking thanks to onboard tech upgrades.

Pavlus credits innovations like Starlink internet, enhanced entertainment, and mobile apps for broadening the guest mix beyond the traditional Mature Traveler and Baby Boomer base.