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Local High School Athletes Shine in Recent Games

December 20, 2025

High school athletes from the Cincinnati area had a strong showing in recent games. Lebanon's boys basketball team won back-to-back games. Deer Park also had a big win, beating Finneytown by 13 points. Bellevue's team had a successful week, winning two away games. The girls basketball teams also di

crime

DC Councilmember Demands Clarity on Crime Data and Federal Involvement

December 20, 2025

In a bold move, Councilmember Brooke Pinto, along with her colleagues, has sent a detailed letter to the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) demanding answers. The letter, sent on December 18, raises serious questions about how crime data is being handled and the extent of federal involvement in lo

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A New Leader for DC Police Amidst Challenges

December 19, 2025

Jeffery Carroll is stepping up as the new interim police chief in Washington, DC. He's been with the police force since 2002. The announcement came after the previous chief, Pamela Smith, decided to step down. Carroll is no stranger to big responsibilities. He's been in charge of day-to-day operati

sports

Week 16 Fantasy Football Showdown: Who to Start and Who to Sit

December 18, 2025

The Week 16 fantasy football matchups are here, and it's time to make some tough decisions. With injuries, holiday plans, and tough matchups, it's not easy to set your lineup. Let's break down some key players and their matchups to help you make the best decisions. The Los Angeles Rams and Seattle

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Snicko: The Tech That's Got Everyone Talking

December 18, 2025

Cricket's latest tech drama is all about Snicko. It's supposed to help umpires make better calls, but lately, it's been causing more trouble than it's worth. Snicko uses high-speed cameras and microphones to spot tiny edges when the ball hits the bat. Sounds simple, right? Well, not quite. Differen

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Ohio University and Coach Brian Smith: A Clash of Words

December 18, 2025

Ohio University made a big move on Wednesday. They fired coach Brian Smith. They said he did something wrong. Something that made the university look bad. But Smith isn't taking this sitting down. Smith's lawyer, Rex Elliott, sent an email. He said Smith is not happy. He said the university got it

politics

Jack Smith: Trump's Legal Woes Explained

December 18, 2025

Jack Smith, a former special counsel, recently spoke to Congress about his investigations into former President Trump. He made it clear that his decisions were not influenced by Trump's political status or his run for the 2024 election. Smith's team gathered strong evidence suggesting Trump was invo

politics

The Legal Battle: Trump's Past and Present

December 17, 2025

Jack Smith, a former special counsel, recently spoke to Congress about his past investigations into Donald Trump. He claimed to have solid evidence that Trump tried to overturn the 2020 election results and mishandled classified documents. Trump, however, has denied these allegations and has been pu

crime

Guns in Crime: What's the Story Behind the Numbers?

December 17, 2025

Guns found at crime scenes are telling a story. A recent study looked at nearly 350, 000 guns used in crimes across over 50 U. S. cities from 2020 to 2024. The study dug into where these guns came from and how their origins have changed over time. One big concern is the rise of 3D-printed guns. The

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New Leadership Takes the Helm Amid DC Police Turmoil

December 17, 2025

DC is getting a new interim police chief. Jeff Carroll will step into the role after the previous chief, Pamela Smith, left last week. The change comes at a time when the police department is under scrutiny. Two reports have accused Smith of creating a toxic work environment. They say she publicly