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Tornadoes strike Washington County: What we know and what's coming next

April 18, 2026

Two tornadoes swept through Washington County late Tuesday night after forming in Oklahoma. The first one began near Christie, Oklahoma, at 11:46 p. m. before crossing into Arkansas near Cincinnati. The second started near Baron, Oklahoma, around 11:54 p. m. and reached Lincoln in Arkansas. Both sto

lifestyle

A colorful art project brightens an empty downtown spot

April 18, 2026

A vacant storefront in downtown Ann Arbor got a surprise glow-up last month, but not the kind that usually leads to new business. Instead of a "For Rent" sign, the windows of the old Downtown Home and Garden now feature playful art from University of Michigan students. Their project includes whimsic

opinion

When the Captain Steps Back: Why One Fire Chief Called It Quits

April 18, 2026

Jarrod Emes spent years as the voice of calm during emergencies on Berks County’s roads. Dispatchers and crews knew his steady tone meant problems were under control. But behind the radio commands was a growing pile of missed meals, canceled plans, and empty chairs at family events. Volunteering as

education

Kansas Parks That Tell America’s Story

April 18, 2026

Kansas quietly guards some of the nation’s most meaningful places, where grasslands roar, forts stand frozen in time, and a single courtroom changed the course of schooling forever. Five spots across the state fall under the National Park Service, each with a different heartbeat. Four lean into huma

sports

Are rookie players helped by their famous last names?

April 18, 2026

Bronny James entered the NBA through the back door. The league held its annual draft last summer, and the young forward was picked late in the second round by the only team that mattered to him - the Los Angeles Lakers. That pick didn’t come because of pure skill alone. It came because his dad happe

opinion

How NPR talks about Iran - and why it matters

April 18, 2026

NPR often calls Iran a "regime" but calls other governments just "governments. " It’s a simple word difference, but it shows how news organizations pick sides. Look at Israel, for example: it holds elections but only for about half its population. Meanwhile, Iran holds real elections across its whol

health

How Machine Learning is Helping Fight Drug-Resistant TB in Egypt

April 18, 2026

For over ten years, doctors in Egypt have been tracking how patients respond to tuberculosis treatment. Tuberculosis, a lung infection spread through the air, has always been hard to treat. But a bigger problem is growing: some TB strains no longer respond to standard medicines. These drug-resistant

politics

Why Peru’s Election Count Is Stirring Up More Than Just Votes

April 18, 2026

Peru’s presidential race is stuck in a messy middle ground. The vote count is crawling, accusations of mistakes are flying, and the person in charge of running the election is facing calls to resign. Piero Corvetto, head of Peru’s electoral office, has become the center of controversy after logistic

politics

Republican Candidates for Oregon Governor Focus on State Issues in Pre-Primary Debate

April 18, 2026

Four Oregon Republicans faced off in a debate last month, each pushing their vision for the state’s future. The event in Hillsboro brought together candidates with different backgrounds—including business owners, a former athlete, and lawmakers. To join the discussion, hopefuls needed support from a

entertainment

Graduation Speakers: Why Do Schools Pick Famous Faces?

April 18, 2026

Every year, colleges invite well-known people to address graduates instead of sticking to traditional choices like professors or local leaders. This trend sparks debate: Do famous speakers really bring value, or is it just about the hype? Some graduates will hear from Conan O’Brien at Harvard, wher