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Tornadoes hit Michigan cities overnight, leaving a trail of damage

April 16, 2026

Two small tornadoes swept through parts of Michigan early Wednesday morning, according to weather experts. One touched down in Ann Arbor just before 2 a. m. , spinning at 110 mph for about two minutes. It started near Jackson Avenue and Interstate 94, then moved toward downtown before fading out nea

business

Why a Music Venue Door Got Locked

April 16, 2026

A downtown music spot called Empire Control Room faced an unusual problem this month. The building owner locked one half of it because rent hadn’t been paid. The landlord’s team left a note saying the gate would stay bolted until every dollar of back rent showed up. Two different letters appeared on

finance

Southwick pushes schools to trim budget after tough town cuts

April 16, 2026

The town of Southwick has taken big steps to tighten its own spending, cutting budgets by 5% last year and another 10% this year. But even with those reductions, the school district’s costs keep climbing, forcing officials to ask for more savings. The Select Board approved a letter asking the region

politics

Solar help for Puerto Rico''s poor put on hold as billions sit unused

April 16, 2026

Puerto Rico''s 3. 2 million residents face another summer without reliable power, and a $350 million solar program meant to help 12, 000 low-income families now sits frozen. Nearly 200 groups asked for the money back, but instead it may go to patching the same old grid destroyed by Hurricane Maria i

opinion

Science, housing, and history: Three views on America’s future

April 16, 2026

Science often takes center stage in national debates, but its funding remains a hot topic. One recent space mission showed how science can bring people together, even when politics pull them apart. Instead of cutting funds for research, leaders should support programs like NASA’s moon missions. Afte

crime

Hanahan Faces Shock After Councilman’s Arrest for Child Exploitation

April 16, 2026

When federal agents arrested a Hanahan city council member last week for producing and sharing child sexual abuse material, the quiet Lowcountry town was stunned. The charges paint a picture of a trusted public figure secretly exploiting minors online. Investigators say his digital trail ties him to

politics

Israel and Lebanon edge closer to a truce while tensions stay high

April 16, 2026

As southern Lebanon braces for another round of fighting, the Israeli military has redoubled its attacks on Hezbollah positions in the town of Bint Jbeil. The strikes come even as negotiators from both sides whisper about a possible ceasefire, a move that would mark the first serious peace talks bet

lifestyle

Fresh troubles for Columbia and Lexington this week

April 16, 2026

A drowning near Irmo and a trooper’s alleged misconduct highlight how routine places can suddenly turn dangerous. In Lexington County, a 50-year-old Columbia man named Travers Antonio Berry was found lifeless under a Lake Murray dock on April 11 after a witness said he slipped while returning to sho

weather

Iowa Faces Another Round of Thunderstorms

April 15, 2026

A storm that hit Iowa on Tuesday left many people worried about what tomorrow could bring. The National Weather Service in Des Moines said that more severe weather is expected for most of the state on Wednesday. Storms will travel fast, about 45 miles per hour, from west to east. They can bring hail

politics

Walk‑and‑Sip Downtown: New Drink Rules Aim to Boost Foot Traffic

April 15, 2026

DeKalb is considering a fresh idea that lets adults carry one drink in a city‑approved cup while strolling through downtown. The plan, part of an Entertainment District proposal, would let diners and shoppers enjoy a beverage on the go between restaurants, bars, and other venues. The city hopes this