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Eagles' Key Players Shine in Week 16 Victory

December 22, 2025

The Philadelphia Eagles secured a win against the Washington Commanders in Week 16, with notable performances across the board. Jalen Hurts played a significant role, taking 66 snaps and contributing both through the air and on the ground. His performance was a mix of good and not-so-good moments, b

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Texas Football Crowns Its Champions

December 22, 2025

In a grand finale, the 2025–26 UIL Texas high school football championships wrapped up at AT&T Stadium, showcasing the best teams from across the state. North Texas teams shone brightly, with Gordon High School making headlines. The Longhorns from Palo Pinto County, just west of Fort Worth, proved t

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San Luis Valley Football Stars Shine in 2025 All-State Teams

December 20, 2025

The Colorado High School Activities Association made a big announcement on Monday. They revealed the 2025 All-State football teams. Guess who made the cut? A whopping 24 athletes from the San Luis Valley! That's a lot of talent right there. Let's talk about the eight-man teams first. Sanford High S

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Coach's Career Ends After Controversial Relationship and Alcohol Claims

December 20, 2025

Brian Smith, former head football coach at Ohio University, found himself in hot water. The school decided to let him go for two main reasons. First, he was involved with an undergraduate student. Second, there were claims that he showed up to a public event smelling like alcohol. This all led to hi

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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

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DC Councilmember Demands Clarity on Crime Data and Federal Involvement

December 20, 2025

In a bold move, Councilmember Brooke Pinto, along with her colleagues, has sent a detailed letter to the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) demanding answers. The letter, sent on December 18, raises serious questions about how crime data is being handled and the extent of federal involvement in lo

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A New Leader for DC Police Amidst Challenges

December 19, 2025

Jeffery Carroll is stepping up as the new interim police chief in Washington, DC. He's been with the police force since 2002. The announcement came after the previous chief, Pamela Smith, decided to step down. Carroll is no stranger to big responsibilities. He's been in charge of day-to-day operati

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Week 16 Fantasy Football Showdown: Who to Start and Who to Sit

December 18, 2025

The Week 16 fantasy football matchups are here, and it's time to make some tough decisions. With injuries, holiday plans, and tough matchups, it's not easy to set your lineup. Let's break down some key players and their matchups to help you make the best decisions. The Los Angeles Rams and Seattle

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Snicko: The Tech That's Got Everyone Talking

December 18, 2025

Cricket's latest tech drama is all about Snicko. It's supposed to help umpires make better calls, but lately, it's been causing more trouble than it's worth. Snicko uses high-speed cameras and microphones to spot tiny edges when the ball hits the bat. Sounds simple, right? Well, not quite. Differen

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Ohio University and Coach Brian Smith: A Clash of Words

December 18, 2025

Ohio University made a big move on Wednesday. They fired coach Brian Smith. They said he did something wrong. Something that made the university look bad. But Smith isn't taking this sitting down. Smith's lawyer, Rex Elliott, sent an email. He said Smith is not happy. He said the university got it