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April surprises with much-needed rain in the Bay Area

April 14, 2026

The Bay Area saw a nice break from dry weather last weekend with scattered April showers. April rain isn’t unusual, but it’s less common than the heavy winter downpours in February or March. The region typically gets around an inch and a half of rain this month, with San Francisco leading at 1. 6 in

weather

Heavy rains leave thousands homeless in the Dominican Republic

April 14, 2026

The Caribbean nation has been soaked for weeks by relentless downpours that show no sign of stopping soon. Over 30, 000 families have had to abandon their homes in the northern provinces as water keeps rising. Three lives have been lost in separate incidents linked to the flooding—a child trying to

weather

Storm alerts spread across three states as severe weather takes shape

April 14, 2026

A widespread storm system is sweeping through parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa right now, bringing serious weather risks. Strong winds, large hail, and even possible tornadoes are in the forecast for tonight. One tornado has already been reported in Blue Earth County, where damage was spotted

weather

Stay alert: Monday could bring rough weather in Minnesota

April 14, 2026

Forecasts are warning of a stormy Monday across southern and western Minnesota, with parts of the Twin Cities area under an elevated risk level. After 4 p. m. , scattered thunderstorms may roll in, packing the potential for large hail and wind gusts over 60 mph. While a rare tornado isn’t impossible

weather

Storm Alert: Southeast Michigan Braces for Tuesday Night Wind Threat

April 14, 2026

A fast-moving weather system is dragging unusually warm and sticky air across the Great Lakes on Tuesday, setting up Southeast Michigan for a rough evening. While the worst storms are expected to form further west during the day, these cells will merge into a single squall line that races eastward a

sports

Which NBA team looks strongest ahead of the playoffs?

April 14, 2026

The Oklahoma City Thunder finished the regular season with the best record in the league for a second straight year. They won 64 games against just 18 losses, proving they are built to compete at the highest level. But when players from around the NBA were asked who they think will win the champions

environment

Big Tech wants to turn Florida green into grey

April 14, 2026

Florida is famous for its sunshine, not its server farms. Yet the same companies pushing AI are eyeing swamps and pastures to build power-hungry computer palaces. These places need as much water as a small town every day just to keep the machines from melting. Right now the state’s energy grid can b

opinion

Revisiting a law and rethinking how Native housing gets built

April 14, 2026

Thirty years ago, a law changed how Native communities handle their own housing needs. Instead of waiting for distant agencies to decide what to build, tribes gained control over planning, budgets, and priorities. That shift led to more homes, quicker repairs, and local jobs. But progress didn’t sol

opinion

Alaska’s charity gaming needs a tech update to help veterans

April 14, 2026

Alaska’s veteran groups rely heavily on pull-tab games to fund their work, from fixing up buildings to hosting community events. These paper-based games have been the backbone of their income for years. But times have changed. Most people now handle their money, shopping, and social lives through ap

opinion

Local news in New Jersey is fading—and that could hurt democracy

April 14, 2026

New Jersey is losing its local journalists faster than almost any other state. Right now, the Garden State has the fewest reporters per person in the whole country. That means fewer people showing up to city council meetings, fewer reporters digging into school budget cuts, and fewer voices keeping