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A New Bus Brings Trips to All Kids

July 4, 2026

Cottage Grove’s Circle of Friends, a nonprofit that helps children with severe disabilities learn and grow, has won more than $170 000 from the federal government to buy a special school bus. The money comes through Section 5310 and was approved unanimously by the Lane Transit District Board, showin

sports

World Cup Fans Discover Baseball in Kansas City

July 4, 2026

Kansas City’s Kauffman Stadium has become a surprise hotspot for World Cup spectators. While the city is buzzing with soccer excitement, baseball fans and players have stepped onto the field to share a different kind of American sport. The Royals’ leadership sees this as an opening to introduce the

science

Busy Lives, Quiet Science: What America and Researchers Miss

July 4, 2026

A lot of Americans juggle two jobs, one car, and endless errands. They barely find a spare hour for anything beyond survival. If someone tried to tell them about climate change or political resistance, most would see it as another unnecessary burden. This explains why many feel disconnected from big

science

A Pilot‑Scientist’s Summer Flights and Winter Dog Rides

July 4, 2026

The summer sun was bright over Alaska’s coast, and a small Cessna 185 traced a tight zig‑zag path above the waves. Inside, Martin Stuefer looked down through a special camera that could see hundreds of colors the eye can’t. He was measuring how ocean water changes when nearby glaciers melt. Stuefer

entertainment

Rainy Surprise Shuts Down Omaha’s First Friday

July 4, 2026

The first of Omaha’s planned “First Fridays” at The RiverFront was called off just hours after it began. A sudden storm brought heavy rain and lightning, forcing organizers to cancel the event around 4:30 p. m. after only an hour of activity. The day was meant to showcase saxophonist Chad Stoner,

celebrities

Celebrity Arrival Shines at New York Wedding Bash

July 4, 2026

A flood of stars descended on Madison Square Garden, turning the arena into a glittering hub for what many think is a high‑profile wedding between pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce. The venue, normally a sports arena, was reportedly overhauled to host the event, with more than 1, 00

politics

A New Flu Shot Debate: The Promise and the Pitfalls of mRNA

July 4, 2026

The FDA’s advisory panel gave a 9‑to‑zero nod to Moderna’s mRNA flu vaccine for people aged fifty and older. This decision follows a previous rejection that cited incomplete trials, sparking debate over safety and effectiveness. The panel’s vote hinges on Phase‑4 data showing a 26. 6 % relative boo

crime

Swatting Threat at Pittsburgh Casino Sparks Police Scrutiny

July 4, 2026

A call about a potential shooting led police to Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh on Friday night. Officers arrived around 8 p. m. , but nothing was found inside the North Shore venue. State troopers and city police cleared the area, and no evacuation was needed. Firefighters and emergency medical staff w

entertainment

Celebrating America’s 250 Years: A Mix of Pride, Pain, and Art

July 4, 2026

The United States is turning 250 this Saturday, a milestone that feels both hopeful and heavy. People across the country are trying to decide what this anniversary means today, when divisions run deep and progress feels uncertain. The nation’s founding promise that “all men are created equal” still

technology

A peek at NASA's retired space shuttle in a whole new way

July 4, 2026

After spending over a decade lying flat in a museum, NASA's last operational space shuttle, Endeavour, is getting a dramatic makeover. Instead of just sitting there, it will soon stand tall, ready for launch. The California Science Center is building a massive new home for it, a 200, 000 square-foot