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TSA workers struggle through pay delays as airports step in to help

March 22, 2026

The latest funding delay for the Department of Homeland Security has left TSA workers in a tough spot. Many of these screeners are still recovering from the 43-day government shutdown last year, where some went without pay for over a month. Now, five weeks into another funding freeze, they face miss

politics

Crime drops across U. S. cities amid political claims

March 22, 2026

Last year saw a notable decline in violent crime across several major U. S. cities, with homicides, robberies, and assaults all falling sharply according to early data. While President Trump has framed this as proof of stronger law enforcement under his administration, crime experts suggest multiple

crime

Deep Ellum gets a fresh safety strategy after crime rise

March 22, 2026

Deep Ellum in Dallas has faced growing concerns about late-night safety after a noticeable uptick in violent incidents last year. Local business groups, including the Deep Ellum Foundation, spent months putting together a new safety plan to address these issues. The district, known for its mix of da

politics

Budget Boosts: State Legislators Add Billions to Governor’s Plan

March 21, 2026

The New York state budget, originally set at $263 billion by Governor Kathy Hochul, has just received a significant upgrade from the lawmakers in Albany. Democratic members of both houses have passed resolutions that inject several new spending projects into the plan, pushing the total amount higher

lifestyle

A Quick Escape to Bermuda’s Hidden Charm

March 21, 2026

Bermuda is a tiny island in the North Atlantic, about 650 miles from North Carolina. It feels like a tropical getaway even in winter, with temperatures often staying in the high 60s to low 70s. The island is British‑styled: you drive on the left, speed limits are low, and cars are rare. Instead,

sports

Young Leader Takes Charge of New Mexico Athletics

March 21, 2026

Ryan Berryman, 32, has stepped into the role of director at the University of New Mexico’s athletics department after a long journey that began with cleaning jerseys. His appointment marks the start of what the university calls a “new era” for its sports programs. Berryman’s path to leadership wa

health

Choosing Better Care Far From Home

March 21, 2026

When people think of top medical help, they often picture the big city hospitals nearby. But sometimes the best doctors live in another state. A woman found out she had cancer last year. Her local doctors were unsure of the newest treatments. She went to a hospital that does cutting‑edge research a

technology

Future‑Proof Wi‑Fi: The Real Game Changer

March 21, 2026

The newest wave of wireless tech is called Wi‑Fi 9, and its makers want it to do more than just deliver raw speed. The focus is on steady, dependable connections that let phones, laptops and even VR gear work together smoothly. At a recent tech forum, the company explained that Wi‑Fi 9 will aim f

sports

A Rising Basketball Star and the Roots That Shape Him

March 21, 2026

Alex Karaban first appeared on a college basketball court in 2022, but his story runs deeper than the hoops and the scoreboards. Born on November 11, 2002, he grew up in Northborough, Massachusetts, where the local courts became his playground and his future. As a freshman at UConn, he started 38 of

sports

Luke Riley: A Rising Star in UFC London

March 21, 2026

Luke Riley has quickly risen to prominence, bypassing the usual path through Dana White’s Contender Series after a cancelled fight in September 2024. He claimed victory over Bogdan Grad at his UFC debut last November, earning a co‑main event spot. Now, on March 21, he will face Michael Aswell Jr. in