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Andre Patterson, the defensive line coach for the New York Giants, has been quietly fighting prostate cancer throughout the season. This is not his first health scare, but he has shown remarkable resilience. Patterson was diagnosed earlier this year, but he chose to continue coaching while undergoin

Ohio's Big Win: How a Standout Player and Smart Moves Led to Victory

Ohio's football team made a strong comeback in the Frisco Bowl, beating UNLV 17-10. The win was thanks to a standout performance by Sieh Bangura, who ran for 149 yards and scored a touchdown. This victory is part of a bigger trend for Ohio, as they've now won seven straight bowl games since 2017. T

Where Will the Royals Play Next? A Big Choice Ahead

The Kansas City Chiefs are moving to a new stadium in Kansas. This has put the spotlight on the Royals. They need to decide where to play after their lease at Kauffman Stadium ends in 2031. The Royals' owner wants a downtown ballpark. But plans have hit roadblocks. Last year, voters in Jackson Coun

crime

Dallas' Crime and Controversies: A Closer Look

Dallas is dealing with a tough situation. Crime rates are climbing, and the city is now among the top four in the U. S. for crime per person. People are worried and want answers. They voted for more police officers, but the results aren't clear. Transparency is key here. If the police share more dat

entertainment

Hugh Jackman's Song Sung Blue: A Musical Journey Worth Taking?

Hugh Jackman is back on the big screen, this time in a musical biopic that has critics talking. Song Sung Blue tells the story of Mike and Claire Sardina, a couple who form a Neil Diamond tribute band called Lightning & Thunder. The movie hits theaters on Christmas Day, and early reviews are in. Cri

technology

California Takes the Lead in AI Regulation

In 2025, California made big moves in the world of AI. It became the main regulator of AI by passing over 30 laws related to AI. This is because many big AI companies are based there or do business there. These laws cover a lot of ground. They criminalize deepfake "undressing" images. They also prot

politics

A Senator's Brave Announcement: Facing Life's Final Chapter

Ben Sasse, a well-known former Republican senator from Nebraska, recently shared some tough news. He revealed that he has stage-four pancreatic cancer, which doctors say is terminal. Sasse, now 53 years old, made this announcement on a social media platform, calling it a "death sentence. " Sasse se

politics

Chicago's Mayor Takes Bold Steps on Budget and Debt

Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson has made some big moves recently. He's decided to go ahead with a different budget that the City Council approved. This budget doesn't include a tax on big companies. Even though Johnson didn't sign it, the budget will still become official in a few days. Johnson mad

Football Star in Hot Water: Legal Storm Brewing

DK Metcalf, a star player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, is in a tough spot. After a heated moment with a fan, things got physical. Now, the fan is fighting back. He says the stories about him using bad language are not true. His lawyers are ready to take legal action. The fan, Ryan Kennedy, says he

Local High School Hoops: Close Calls and Big Wins