While the Subaru Crosstrek is now second, it's important to note that it's a close contender to the number one model, offering unique features and capabilities that set it apart. Keep reading, and I'll explain why. Which are the best mainstream (non-luxury) SUVs you can buy in 2024? An updated...

CR’s 10 Best SUVs, Subaru Crosstrek Is Now 2nd Best

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It's not a big surprise that the manual-transmission SUV is next up on the chopping block for vehicles sending the manual the way of the dodo. The appeal of the manual gearbox largely has to do with driver engagement. The appeal of the sports utility vehicle is mostly down to convenience in the modern automotive landscape. These two qualities are, if not incompatible, at least difficult to counterbalance. Then you add cost concerns into the mix, and it's easy to see why SUV makers would rather avoid spending millions developing a new stick shift and passing the expenses on to the buyer in a segment that frequently competes on price alone.

There Are Only 2 SUVs Left In America With A Manual Transmission

Remember a time when you could get a manual gearbox in an all-wheel drive car and send it down a dusty trail for maximum fun? Those were the good days, and when rally racing and hot hatches hit their peak in the 1980s and 1990s, nothing made you feel more like a rally driver than the combination of AWD and a manual gearbox. But times have changed, the manual has fallen out of favor, and hot hatches, well, while there were once nearly a dozen or more to choose from, we're now down to just three or four genuine contenders. But of those that still remain, only one gives you that combination of a shift-it-yourself gearbox and drive to all four corners: the Toyota GR Corolla.

There's Only One Manual, All-Wheel Drive Hot Hatch Left In America For 2025

The 2025 Jeep Compass arrives with minimal changes; a limited edition Joose exterior color is now available. Minor price increases, with the base trim $595 more expensive than before. Five trims are available for MY2025 - Sport, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Limited, and Trailhawk. Jeep has revealed model year updates for...

Jeep Smallest SUV Gets A Single Lonely Upgrade For 2025

There is one automotive manufacturer that has dominated the car industry in recent times. Of course, they're not the only ones, but Toyota has been making great strides in every department, whether it is hybrids or fully gasoline-powered vehicles. Some would argue that Toyota is the biggest name in the automotive industry, which means they would need some near-perfect vehicles to back that up. Well, it just so happens that the RAV4 Prime is one of the more sought-after vehicles in its lineup due to its versatile platform, reliability, and efficiency. There's a reason it sits at the top of the best compact SUVs on the market.

Here's How Much A Fully Loaded Toyota RAV4 Prime Costs

Nissan has its fair share of great SUV models, but still lags behind the competition. The Nissan Murano is one of the marque's sportiest SUV offerings, and for 2025, a big redesign is on the way. The Murano was in a class of its own when it came out back in 2003, but nowadays we have models like the Mazda CX-70 and Toyota Crown Signia that pack potent powertrains, and come from manufacturers with a more consistent reliability record. Here's how the 2025 Nissan Murano can make a dent in Toyota and Mazda sales.

Here's How The 2025 Nissan Murano Can Take The SUV Market By Storm

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Here’s a story that’s making waves in the retail world: Conn's HomePlus, a well-known discount furniture chain, has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. And the news isn’t just about numbers—it’s about real people and places, so let’s dive into what’s happening.

Another retail giant has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is shutting down several stores.

Philadelphia, PA

Frank Flynn took ownership of this 1966 Pontiac GTO back in 1967, when he was 18 years old. A Ford dealership in Philadelphia had just taken the GTO in on trade from the elderly gentlemen who had bought it new. Why was he trading it in after owing it for nine months? The story is, he said the car was too fast and he wanted something more tame. A friend of Frank’s worked at the dealership and told him about the recent trade-in. Frank rushed to the dealership, and upon seeing the GTO, he knew he had to have it. He signed the papers for the $1,900 sale price and committed to the $62-per-month payment plan.

The Owner of This 1966 Pontiac GTO Had It Restored After Having It for 57 Years!

Mazda has revealed pricing and specifications for the 2025 CX-5, which has been around since 2017. While it's getting up there in age, the CX-5 is one of America's favorite small crossovers, with strong sales since it arrived. Mazda emphasizes value for money for MY2025 by reintroducing the entry-level 2.5 S trim, which comes in at a competitive $28,570. It would appear Mazda has discontinued the 2.5 S Premium trim. CarBuzz has reached out to the automaker for more information.

2025 Mazda CX-5 Is Even Better Value For Money Than Last Year

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

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Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie who is looking for her forever home. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Looking For Love

Not your typical automaker. The Subaru brand is a treasure trove of unique aspects, and I will uncover a few of them in this report. How does this unique brand's distinctiveness shape its future customer base? Here, I'll explore information about the Japanese automaker that will pique your curiosity and leave you wanting to know more.

4 Little-Known Subaru Facts That Will Leave You Scratching Your Head

Up to 115 jobs are at risk under plans to close a McCain Foods factory in Lincolnshire. The manufacturer said it had launched a consultation into the future of the plant near Grantham. McCain is proposing to end production of a brand of microwave chips called Fries To Go, which...

Chips factory closure plan puts 115 jobs at risk

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

As the saying goes, don’t mess with a good thing—but what if it makes the good thing better? That could be the case with the Toyota Land Cruiser. After the Land Cruiser 200 series ended its marathon run in 2021, a hiatus ensued before the new Land Cruiser 250 series arrived for 2024.

New Toyota Land Cruiser vs. Old Land Cruiser: How Are They Different?

(MA) Meet Gary, a small little Dachshund with a big personality! This pup grew up living comfortably in a home with his owner who adored him. Sadly, tragedy struck when Gary's owner passed away unexpectedly, leaving him all on his own.

Little Dachshund Who Lost His Owner Now Looking For A New Family

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We Test the 2025 Subaru Forester: More Spice, Please

All eyes will be on the hybrid version of the redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester when that compact SUV makes its debut later in 2024. For now,...

We Test the 2025 Subaru Forester: More Spice, Please

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