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Bouncing Stars and a Last‑Second Shot

March 15, 2026

A big Saturday night saw the Lakers and Nuggets fight until overtime, ending 127–125. The game swung like a pendulum: the Lakers led by 17, then the Nuggets turned it around and briefly took seven points. With five seconds left, Austin Reaves missed a free throw but grabbed the rebound and sco

politics

College Sports at Risk: Money, Media and the Future of College Athletics

March 7, 2026

The United States faces a potential collapse of its college sports system, according to a recent high‑profile discussion at the White House. Leaders from Congress, NCAA officials and conference commissioners met to debate how player‑pay rules are draining budgets and threatening the survival of many

celebrities

Stars Celebrate Their Special Day on February 26

February 26, 2026

The calendar marks another day for the world’s favorite performers to turn a year older. The spotlight falls on singers, actors and directors who have made an impact in music and film. A notable voice is Michael Bolton, who turns 73 today. He has earned two Primetime Emmy nominations for his work

politics

A Swamp‑Style Showdown Against Trump

February 25, 2026

The event, called the “State of the Swamp, ” drew a lively crowd that wore green outfits and frog‑themed costumes, echoing the swamp motif. Some speakers even sported frog hats to match. Political leaders joined the protest, including Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and

politics

Supreme Court Declines to Reopen NRA’s Free‑Speech Case Against Former NY Official

February 23, 2026

The U. S. Supreme Court chose not to bring the National Rifle Association’s lawsuit back into play after a lower court once again dismissed it. The case centers on Maria Vullo, who served as the head of New York’s Department of Financial Services. The NRA claims that she pressured banks and in

health

Measles Makes a Comeback on College Campuses

February 18, 2026

Measles is back, and it's hitting college campuses hard. Recently, over 40 students at a private college in southwest Florida were diagnosed with the virus. This isn't an isolated incident. Schools across the country are seeing similar outbreaks, putting unvaccinated students at risk. College stude

sports

High‑School Basketball Highlights: February 16–22

February 17, 2026

Boys basketball saw a mix of solid wins and close games. Conner finished strong with 73 points over Elder’s 56, while Goshen edged Fenwick 63‑53. Calvary Christian posted a lower score against Gallatin County, but Newtport still pulled ahead of Beechwood. Scott edged Walton‑Verona in a high‑scoring

politics

Choosing the Best Candidate for Illinois 52nd House: A Closer Look

February 17, 2026

In the upcoming Democratic primary for Illinois' 52nd House District, two candidates are stepping up to challenge the current Republican representative. Erin Chan Ding, a journalist and progressive advocate, is going head-to-head with Maria Peterson, a former lawyer and small business owner. Both ca

sports

Local High School Athletes Shine in Recent Wins

February 14, 2026

High school athletes from the Cincinnati area have been making waves in their respective sports. The recent voting period, which ended on February 13, highlighted standout performances from various teams and individual players across different sports, including basketball, bowling, wrestling, swimmi

celebrities

Celebrities with Hidden Black Roots

February 14, 2026

Many famous people have Black ancestors, but not everyone knows about it. Some have only recently found out. Others have always known but didn't talk about it much. This is especially true for those who can "pass" as white. They might have faced different challenges because of their mixed heritage. ...