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Reckless Driver With 13 Convictions Faces New Theft Charges

June 2, 2026

A 31‑year‑old man in Oakland now faces two new vehicle theft accusations. He already has 13 felony convictions, six of them for stealing cars. Police say the latest incidents happened on May 19. On that day, a 76‑year‑old truck owner was unloading furniture when the suspect saw an empty car parked

sports

Summer Fun Day Gives Kids Free Mouthguards

June 2, 2026

A local orthodontic office will throw a free block party on Saturday, June 6. The event starts at nine in the morning and ends at one in the afternoon. It takes place on the practice’s own street, 1800 Midland Road, in Saginaw Township. Kids who play sports can get a custom mouthguard on th

business

New stores and upgrades coming to a Lancaster shopping spot

June 2, 2026

A Lancaster mall is getting a fresh wave of new businesses while bigger changes are still in the works. A mix of shops and services are opening in recent months, adding to the variety already available at The Shops @Rockvale. A furniture and décor store called A New Dawn just moved into a 2, 700-squ

business

El Al Re‑opens Tel Aviv–San Francisco Flights to Boost Tech Ties

June 1, 2026

El Al Airlines will start flying nonstop between Tel Aviv and San Francisco on October 25, offering three weekly trips that last about 15 hours. The airline chose the flight number LY49 as a nod to the city’s famous football team, the 49ers. The move comes after business leaders and Israelis in Cali

weather

Beach Safety Alert: Watch for Sneaker Waves and Rip Currents

June 1, 2026

A sudden shift in the Pacific swell has prompted officials to warn Bay Area beach visitors of hidden dangers. Recent reports show that a 2‑foot swell can generate waves that surge further up the shore than usual, catching people off guard. The National Weather Service issued a beach hazards state

sports

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Celebrate Second Straight IPL Title

June 1, 2026

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched their second consecutive Indian Premier League championship at the same venue where they triumphed last season. Their victory came after a five‑wicket win over the Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad, marking only the third instance of back‑to‑back titles in IP

politics

PTAs Today: More Than Just Fundraisers?

May 30, 2026

Parents often see PTAs as groups that throw pizza parties or sell wrapping paper to fund school projects. But recent findings suggest these groups are taking on bigger roles, pushing topics like race, gender, and immigration into classrooms. Reports indicate the National PTA—and its local branches—a

art

Art Contest Open for South Carolina Creatives

May 29, 2026

The Koger Center in Columbia invites artists from across the state to join its yearly “Koger Center Project” competition. Submissions are accepted now and will close on August 2, 2026. There is no entry fee, but each participant may submit up to ten pieces. After two rounds of juried evaluation,

politics

Pope Leo XIV’s Gift List: From Sports Gear to Sacred Art

May 29, 2026

Every time a leader visits the Vatican, people wonder what to bring. Pope Leo XIV, who took office last year, has become the latest recipient of a wide range of presents. Some gifts are extravagant and symbolic; others come from hometown pride or personal hobbies. In Chicago, the mayor and a city d

religion

Summer Faith‑Fueled Events Line Up in Baton Rouge

May 29, 2026

The Fourth District Missionary Baptist Association is set to hold its yearly Christian Education Congress from June 8‑11. The gathering will explore a “Generational Blueprint for Christian Education, ” drawing inspiration from Deuteronomy 4:10. Worship will kick off at six in the evening on Monday,

Reckless Driver With 13 Convictions Faces New Theft Charges

Summer Fun Day Gives Kids Free Mouthguards

New stores and upgrades coming to a Lancaster shopping spot

El Al Re‑opens Tel Aviv–San Francisco Flights to Boost Tech Ties

Beach Safety Alert: Watch for Sneaker Waves and Rip Currents

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Celebrate Second Straight IPL Title

PTAs Today: More Than Just Fundraisers?

Art Contest Open for South Carolina Creatives

Pope Leo XIV’s Gift List: From Sports Gear to Sacred Art

Summer Faith‑Fueled Events Line Up in Baton Rouge

El Al Re‑opens Tel Aviv–San Francisco Flights to Boost Tech Ties