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Local High School Athletes Shine in Recent Games

December 20, 2025

High school athletes from the Cincinnati area had a strong showing in recent games. Lebanon's boys basketball team won back-to-back games. Deer Park also had a big win, beating Finneytown by 13 points. Bellevue's team had a successful week, winning two away games. The girls basketball teams also di

politics

Why Free Speech Matters More Than Ever

December 18, 2025

Free speech is a hot topic. It always has been. But why is it so hard for some people to grasp? This question came up during a recent discussion in Des Moines. The event marked 50 years since a bomb exploded at a Quaker meeting house. The bomb was likely set by someone who didn't like the Quakers' s

politics

Economic Woes: Americans Grow Unhappy with Trump's Handling

December 17, 2025

Americans are feeling the pinch in their wallets, and they're not happy about it. A recent poll shows that a whopping 70% of Americans think the cost of living is too high, with nearly half of Republicans and a staggering three-quarters of independents feeling the same way. This is a big drop from j

opinion

Rogers Park: Embracing Change or Resisting Progress?

December 16, 2025

In a recent gathering, Anchorage Assembly Member Erin Baldwin Day engaged with the Rogers Park Community Council to tackle the city's housing crisis. The discussion revolved around easing zoning restrictions to allow more housing options along transit routes like Northern Lights Boulevard. Many att

health

Retailers in Trouble for Ignoring Baby Formula Recall

December 16, 2025

Big trouble is brewing for some major retailers. The FDA has sent warning letters to Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Albertsons. Why? They kept selling baby formula that was recalled due to a serious health risk. This formula was linked to a nasty bacterial illness called infant botulism. It's especial

entertainment

Marlon Brando's Surprise Comedy Hit: A Look Back at The Freshman

December 14, 2025

In 1990, a comedy film titled "The Freshman" hit the screens, starring the legendary Marlon Brando. Before its release, Brando had some harsh words for the movie, calling it a "stinker" and predicting its failure. This didn't exactly set the stage for a successful launch. The film was a comedy where

entertainment

The End of Leverage: Redemption on Prime Video

December 14, 2025

The popular show Leverage: Redemption has come to an end. This show was a reboot of the original Leverage series. It followed a group of ex-criminals who used their skills to help people fight against unfair situations. The third season of Leverage: Redemption was released in April 2025 on Prime Vid

entertainment

Biggest Private Car Collections: A Look at the World's Most Extravagant Garages

December 14, 2025

Car enthusiasts often dream of owning a few special vehicles, but for some, the dream extends far beyond a modest collection. These individuals have turned their passion into reality, amassing impressive fleets that rival museums. From actors to boxers, chefs to royalty, these collectors come from d

education

Nursing Left Out: Lawmakers Push for Fair Loan Access

December 13, 2025

A big group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are pushing the Education Department to include nursing in a special list of "professional" programs. This comes after nurses were left out of a new rule that lets students borrow more money for certain graduate degrees. Right now, the list incl

sports

IndyCar's New Officiating Board: A Step Towards Fair Play

December 12, 2025

IndyCar is shaking things up with a new independent officiating board. Starting in 2026, this board will be in charge of overseeing the IndyCar Series and the Indy NXT development series. The board will have three members, and they will work under a new non-profit organization called IndyCar Officia