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Unexpected Tragedy in Springfield’s Forest Park

July 6, 2026

A sudden shooting on Fairfield Street turned a festive night into sorrow. At about 12:45 a. m. , during the July 4 celebrations and the nation’s 250th anniversary, a man was fatally shot in Springfield’s Forest Park area. Police were dispatched after reports of gunfire and arrived to find the

sports

Weekly Highlights from Alaska’s Baseball Scene

July 6, 2026

The past week in Alaska saw some big wins and close calls in high school and collegiate baseball. In high school action, teams like Kenai and Auke Bay dominated early in the week, with Kenai beating Dimond 9-5 and Auke Bay crushing Ketchikan 12-2. The wins didn’t stop there—South and Palmer also had

health

Bumpy Belly Blues: A Parasite on the Menu

July 4, 2026

A parasite called cyclospora has been making people in the Midwest feel sick with sudden, watery diarrhea. Health officials say it can travel through contaminated food and water, especially during warm weather when fresh produce is in high demand. In June the Centers for Disease Control reported 145

sports

Small Nations and Big Dreams: What to Watch in Sports on July 3

July 4, 2026

On July 3, football fans will face a tough choice between two World Cup knockout matches and a trio of MLB games. The biggest clash comes from Miami, where Argentina—undefeated and heavy favorites—face Cabo Verde, a nation smaller than Rhode Island with a goalkeeper who has already pulled off a mira

lifestyle

Backyard dreams: How Bay Area homes turn small spaces into big escapes

July 4, 2026

Bay Area backyards mean more than just grass and fences. For many locals, these outdoor spots are like extra living rooms—somewhere to unwind, play, or even grow food. Kids treat them like adventure zones while adults use them for quiet mornings with coffee or weekend barbecues. Even renters with ti

entertainment

Life in El Nido: Four Families and a Coyote Share a Changing Neighborhood

July 4, 2026

In "Coyoteland, " Vanessa Hua takes readers to El Nido, a fictional East Bay suburb near Berkeley, where four very different families share the same space but live in vastly different realities. The Belles, a wealthy white family, are trying to expand their property while stretching their resources

business

World Cup Waves Bring Extra Cash to North Bay Hangouts

July 3, 2026

North Bay bars and restaurants are cashing in on soccer fever as World Cup games fill tables and boost sales. Some spots see sales jump by a quarter when big matches air, but business swings depending on which teams play. Mexico and the USA draws the biggest crowds, with fans ordering nachos and Baj

business

Local voices cheer for new energy project in Cameron Parish

July 3, 2026

In Cameron Parish, a group of 100 residents, landowners and business owners recently sent a strong message to regulators: they fully back Venture Global’s latest project at the Calcasieu Pass. The letter they sent praised the company for its long history of cooperation and financial support in the a

weather

Michigan’s holiday weekend: rain checks and sunshine

July 3, 2026

Over the Fourth of July weekend, Michigan can expect hit-or-miss weather—showery but not stormy for most, with a few heavy bursts. The pattern shows a shift: storms that have been parked over northern Lower Michigan head south Friday, then may drift back north by Sunday. If there’s one dry stretch t

crime

Hate‑Crime Charge Over “Good Shot ICE” Poster

July 2, 2026

A 38‑year‑old resident of Libertyville, Illinois, faces a felony hate‑crime charge and a misdemeanor for disorderly conduct after authorities say he posted a sign reading “Good Shot ICE” with a bullseye target. The sign was intended to intimidate the local Latino community, according to State’s Atto