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Local High School Athletes Shine in Recent Wins

February 14, 2026

High school athletes from the Cincinnati area have been making waves in their respective sports. The recent voting period, which ended on February 13, highlighted standout performances from various teams and individual players across different sports, including basketball, bowling, wrestling, swimmi

crime

A Grocery Store Showdown: What Really Happened?

February 14, 2026

In a sudden turn of events, a grocery store in Joliet, Illinois, became the scene of a heated altercation. The incident, which took place at Tony's Fresh Market, involved a 47-year-old woman who allegedly attacked her boyfriend both inside and outside the store. The altercation began on West Jeffer

crime

Billings 2025: Crime Trends and Community Impact

February 14, 2026

In the latest crime report for Billings in 2025, several key points stand out. First, there was a noticeable drop in violent crimes. This is good news for the community. It shows that efforts to improve safety are working. However, property crimes saw a slight increase. This suggests that more needs

technology

AI's Role in the Venezuela Raid: What You Need to Know

February 14, 2026

The U. S. military's recent operation to capture former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro involved the use of advanced AI technology, specifically Anthropic's Claude model. This AI tool was integrated into the mission through a collaboration with data firm Palantir Technologies, which is known for

science

Underwater Detective Work: How Tech is Helping Us Understand Our Seas

February 14, 2026

The ocean floor is a mystery. We have lots of pictures, but making sense of them is hard. People usually do this by hand. It takes a long time and costs a lot. But there's a new tool called Squidle+. It's changing the game. Squidle+ uses something called machine learning. This is like teaching a co

health

A Life Lost: The Flaws in Care for the Vulnerable

February 14, 2026

A recent state investigation revealed serious lapses in care at a New Jersey group home, leading to the tragic death of a disabled woman. Stephanie Leiva, a 37-year-old with severe autism, fell from a second-story window in January 2025. The state found that the group home, run by Children’s Aid and

environment

Climate Change Rules Reversed: What It Means for the Future

February 14, 2026

The recent decision to undo a key climate change rule is a big step back for environmental protections. This rule, known as the endangerment finding, was put in place to limit harmful gases from cars and factories. By removing it, the government is making it easier to pollute. This move is part of

health

Faith and the Battle with Alcohol in Hispanic Communities

February 14, 2026

Hispanic Americans face a tough challenge with alcohol use disorder (AUD). Many in these communities rely heavily on their faith for strength and guidance. This makes churches and faith-based groups a natural place to discuss AUD and find support. However, there's a lack of research on how AUD and s

education

Why Do Japanese Girls Love Christian Schools So Much?

February 14, 2026

Japan has very few Christians, only about 0. 7% of the population. Yet, Christian schools are everywhere and super popular. Why is that? Many people think it's because these schools are seen as fancy or upper-class, especially for girls. But is that really the whole story? Let's talk about one scho

sports

Golfers Face Nature's Challenge at Pebble Beach

February 14, 2026

Golfers at the 2026 Pebble Beach Pro-Am are up against more than just each other. The weather is throwing some serious curveballs. Heavy winds and rain are making things tough for the pros, just like they often do in February. The forecast isn't looking great for the final rounds. No rain is expect