Ex-teacher faces 25 charges, including rape and abuse as investigation widens

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A former fifth grade teacher in Louisiana was arrested on multiple charges, including those involving her minor students.Marisa Noel, 31, faces a total of 25 charges, according to the St. Martin Parish Sheriff’s Office, including 10 counts of indecent behavior with juveniles, one count of first-degree rape, two counts related to child sexual abuse material, one count of unlawful communications and three counts of computer-aided solicitation of a minor.Noel allegedly abused her position of trust with students. Authorities outlined a wide range of charges involving multiple alleged victims.WEST VIRGINIA TEACHER FIRED AFTER…

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Home heating oil businesses struggle to navigate volatile market

LONDONDERRY, NH – Home heating oil firms are facing mounting cost pressures as rising crude and diesel prices tied to Middle East tensions squeeze margins and disrupt operations across New England. The recent spike follows a cold winter that boosted demand for heating oil, leaving both consumers and suppliers exposed…

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House Dems launch impeachment push against Hegseth

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! House Democrats filed formal articles of impeachment against Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Wednesday, accusing the Trump Cabinet member of abusing his office and committing war crimes.Rep. Yassamin Ansari, D-Ariz., introduced six articles of impeachment against Hegseth along with 12 other…

Leavitt shows off US Triumphal Arch, with plans to be released Thursday

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt closed Wednesday’s daily press briefing with more renderings of President Donald Trump’s new 250-foot “United States Triumphal Arch.”The Interior Department will submit plans for the “architectural masterpiece” to honor the “enduring triumph of the American spirit”…

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Walmart plans major upgrades for California stores — with surprising new foods and cheaper deals

Walmart is pouring fresh cash into California. The Arkansas mega-chain has set dozen of stores in the Golden State up for major facelifts that promise new food options, expanded product lines and faster shopping perks. The retail giant announced plans to remodel 56 locations statewide in 2026, part of a broader push to modernize stores with updated layouts, upgraded technology and expanded online ordering features. Customers can expect a refreshed shopping experience featuring healthier grocery options, trendy affordable brands and improved pickup and delivery services, with some items available for delivery in as little as an hour. The company said…

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