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Dog Training Legacy: Eight Decades of Paws‑Powered Success

July 20, 2026

Canine College, a family‑run dog training and boarding center in Redding, California, has been shaping canine behavior for 80 years. Founded in 1946 by Army K‑9 Corps veteran John M. Behan, the business started when he used his wartime experience to teach dogs how to serve soldiers. After World War

business

Real‑Estate Moves in Onondaga County: From Tiny Homes to Big Mining Sites

July 20, 2026

Onondaga County saw a flurry of property deals last week, with transactions ranging from modest two‑family houses to massive industrial sites worth over $2. 8 million. The bulk of the activity involved Honeywell International Inc. selling numerous vacant parcels to Hyperion Environmental LLLP I, a

politics

States Fight Back: The Real Story Behind “Sanctuary” Laws

July 20, 2026

The Trump team has slammed states that limit cooperation with federal immigration officials, calling them “lawless. ” They say these so‑called sanctuary places let dangerous people roam free. Yet the same states—California, New York, Minnesota, Massachusetts and others—hand over thousands of violent

entertainment

Spain’s Big Win Sparks a Wave of Pride and Possibility

July 20, 2026

After the national soccer team lifted the World Cup trophy, young fans poured into Madrid’s Plaza de Colón wearing bright red and yellow. A 22‑year‑old named Lucía Sánchez stood among the crowd, saying the country felt lucky. “We’re in a good moment, ” she told reporters, noting that many people aro

politics

Alameda County’s Bold Step Toward Reparations

July 20, 2026

Alameda County in California has voted to adopt a wide‑ranging reparations plan for black residents, even though the county faces a $91 million budget shortfall. The decision was made by all five supervisors, showing unanimous support after two years of research and community talks. The plan focu

opinion

Wildfire Helpers: The Quiet Work That Saves Colorado

July 20, 2026

Colorado faces a constant threat from wildfires, and the people who protect it do so all year round. After three firefighters lost their lives near Snyder, the state’s residents are reminded of how much depends on these brave men and women. The first thing many feel is gratitude. They thank th

environment

Future‑Proof Homes: Rethinking Buildings for a Changing Planet

July 20, 2026

The final day of the UIA World Congress in Barcelona highlighted a simple idea: architecture’s future is not about finding fixed answers, but about learning to adapt and asking new questions together. The event’s theme, “Becoming. Architectures for a Planet in Transition, ” framed design as an evolv

politics

USVI Housing Authority Hit With Funding Freeze After Long‑Running Problems

July 20, 2026

The federal government stopped giving money to the Virgin Islands Housing Authority (VIHFA) because of years of bad management and a serious fraud case. The decision came after the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) found that the agency had wasted billions meant for rebuilding aft

politics

Andy Burnham: A New Leader From Manchester’s Streets

July 20, 2026

Andy Burnham has taken the UK’s top political post, stepping into a role that once belonged to Keir Starmer. Though he may not be a household name abroad, he is well known at home for his deep ties to the north of England and his long career in public service. Born near Liverpool, Burnham grew up

health

Living With HIV: How Big System Rules Shape Your Well‑Being

July 19, 2026

People on antiretroviral drugs now live longer, but their overall life quality still falls short of the average person. Most studies zoom in on medical details like drug side‑effects or viral load, leaving out the bigger picture of how money, laws, and community norms influence health. These “