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Wrong‑Target Arrest Sparks County Investigation

April 13, 2026

A Minnesota county is digging into a federal raid that ended with the wrong man being taken from his home. In January, agents entered a St. Paul house with guns drawn, handcuffed an individual named ChongLy “Scott” Thao, and forced him out into the snow wearing only underwear and sandals. Thao later

religion

Pope Leo Takes a Stand: How the First U. S. Pope is Shaking Up Church Politics

April 13, 2026

The new pope, a Chicago native who grew up as Father Bob, surprised many when he was chosen to lead the world’s largest Christian church. His calm and thoughtful style has turned into a quiet but firm voice against wars and harsh immigration policies that many Americans see as unfair. Three top A

health

Wild animals acting oddly in southern New Mexico parks prompt safety alerts

April 13, 2026

Reports from catron county describe bobcats and foxes moving toward people rather than fleeing – a red flag since such bold behavior often signals sickness in the wild. No bites occurred in the two incidents, but staff worry the animals may carry rabies after a bobcat in nearby Sierra county tested

politics

April’s Mixed Headlines: Sports, Politics, and Legal Battles Dominate the Week

April 12, 2026

Another NCAA basketball season wrapped up Monday when Michigan beat UConn 6-3 in a tight final game. This was big news for the Big Ten, marking their first men’s basketball championship in nearly 30 years. Meanwhile, Illinois, a top contender just days before, got eliminated in the semifinals. This

politics

Support for victims in Thousand Oaks grows with new justice center

April 11, 2026

In 2025 a courtroom case turned into a long battle for justice, and the support system around the victim made all the difference. The judge’s office and police were involved, but a local supervisor stepped in to help the victim and their children navigate every step of the process. Supervisor

crime

New DNA Tool Might Unlock Nancy Guthrie Case

April 11, 2026

Scientists are working on a fresh type of DNA test that could finally help find the missing 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie. The DNA taken from her Tucson home is a mix of many people’s cells, making it hard to read. A lab says the sample is so tangled that it could take months or even a year to ana

entertainment

Behind Netflix's Latest Crime Series: Behind the Scenes of Scarpetta

April 8, 2026

A new crime thriller on a major streaming service has arrived, featuring a familiar cast and a story split between two timelines. The show follows Dr. Scarpetta, a forensic pathologist, with two actresses portraying her at different ages. Nicole Kidman takes on the role of the older Scarpetta, while

celebrities

Celebrating Stars: April 7 Birthdays Unveiled

April 7, 2026

Jackie Chan, the martial‑arts icon, turns 72 today. Born in Hong Kong, he has turned every film set into a playground for action and comedy. His birthday is celebrated by fans worldwide who remember his daring stunts and heartfelt charity work. Russell Crowe, the New Zealand actor famous for epic r

entertainment

Mental Health in America: A Call for Change

April 7, 2026

The film “No One Cares About Crazy People” is a short documentary that will play at Columbia College’s Film Row Cinema on Saturday. After the screening, a panel with director Gail Freedman will discuss the movie’s message and its ties to Chicago. The soundtrack is written by Jeff Tweedy, a singer

sports

The Voice of the Guardians Takes a Break

April 6, 2026

Bob Tayek’s familiar voice has been missing from Progressive Field since the start of the season. The longtime public address announcer for the Guardians won’t be back behind the mic anytime soon. His health challenges mean he’ll sit out at least half the year as he works on recovery. This isn’t jus