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Kent Outbreak: What Teens and Schools Need to Know

March 18, 2026

A sudden rise in meningococcal disease has hit Kent, a county on England’s southeast coast. The health agency reports about 20 young people have tested positive, and two students—one from the University of Kent and another from a nearby high school—have sadly died. Health officials say this spread i

crime

Baltimore County’s Crime Numbers Drop to a Five‑Year Low

March 18, 2026

Baltimore County police say that violent crime has fallen to its lowest point in five years. The 2025 report shows fewer homicides and non‑fatal shootings than ever before, while the department’s case‑solving rates hit record highs. In 2025, only 28 people were killed in the county—down from 55 i

politics

Tech Money in Illinois Primaries: A Mixed Battle

March 18, 2026

In the recent Illinois primary races, tech companies spent large sums to influence outcomes, but their impact was uneven. The cryptocurrency sector poured more than $10 million into a super PAC that opposed Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton’s campaign, yet she still secured the Democratic nomination.

environment

Dry air and strong winds raise fire risks in Boulder

March 18, 2026

Boulder is facing a high danger day for wildfires on Wednesday. The National Weather Service has put a red flag warning in place from noon until 7 p. m. for areas below 6, 000 feet elevation. The warning focuses on conditions that could turn a small spark into a fast-moving blaze. Two main weather f

science

Bright Sky Flash Shakes Ohio and Pennsylvania

March 17, 2026

A bright streak across the morning sky startled people in Western Pennsylvania and parts of Ohio. The light, described by locals as a “daylight fireball, ” appeared at about 9 a. m. and was followed by a loud boom that made buildings vibrate. Scientists confirmed the event was caused by a small ast

technology

Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a Starlink Launch

March 17, 2026

The day began early in Florida, where a Falcon 9 rocket was set to lift off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The mission, called Starlink 10‑46, carried 29 new satellites that will join the growing network of low‑Earth orbit internet nodes. Launch time was fixed for 9:27 a. m. , and the c

weather

Sky Fireball Sends Ohio Residents into a Buzz

March 17, 2026

A sharp crash echoed across northern Ohio around eight in the morning, sparking a wave of curious chatter online. Many people swore they heard an enormous boom that seemed to travel miles from the source, prompting a flurry of reports across several states. The National Weather Service confirmed tha

sports

Broncos Grab Speedy Wide Receiver Jaylen Waddle in Bold Draft Trade

March 17, 2026

Denver’s newest move is a shocker after a quiet free‑agency start. The Broncos swapped their 2026 first‑round pick (30th overall) plus a third‑ and fourth‑round selection for Miami’s speedy receiver Jaylen Waddle, who also comes with a 2026 fourth‑round pick. Waddle, known for his blistering spee

sports

College Basketball Playoffs: Who’s Favored and Why

March 17, 2026

The 2026 college basketball playoffs are almost here, with all 68 teams already chosen. The opening round, called the First Four, starts Tuesday and Wednesday. Big names like Duke, Arizona, Michigan and Florida are seeded first and are the clear favorites to win their early games. In the First Four

weather

Storm Shakes the East as Heat Wave Looms

March 17, 2026

A huge winter storm is rattling the eastern United States, bringing blizzard‑like conditions across the Midwest and Plains. Meteorologists warned on Monday that this “March megastorm” could affect millions, prompting a flurry of alerts. The National Weather Service says strong winds and sudden drops