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Rainy Surprise Shuts Down Omaha’s First Friday

July 4, 2026

The first of Omaha’s planned “First Fridays” at The RiverFront was called off just hours after it began. A sudden storm brought heavy rain and lightning, forcing organizers to cancel the event around 4:30 p. m. after only an hour of activity. The day was meant to showcase saxophonist Chad Stoner,

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New Mexico United vs Oakland Roots: What to watch when they meet

July 4, 2026

The break is over and New Mexico United kicks off another stretch of games this weekend, facing Oakland Roots SC in a match that could shake up the tight Western Conference race. The league just wrapped a short pause to focus on mental wellness, so players are stepping back into the grind with fresh

politics

Political campaigns are now experimenting with AI-generated content to grab attention

July 1, 2026

Politicians have always tweaked images to sway voters, but now artificial intelligence is taking political messaging to a new level. In Illinois, Republican candidate Darren Bailey and his running mate Aaron Del Mar have turned AI into a regular tool in their campaign playbook. Instead of spending b

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What the latest Supreme Court decision might mean for the Fed under Warsh

June 28, 2026

A surprise legal fight about whether a Fed governor can be fired is landing right as Kevin Warsh starts his first months at the top of the U. S. central bank. The Supreme Court could rule any day now on whether President Trump had the power to push out Lisa Cook last summer over something she wrote

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Twins pitcher Mick Abel facing elbow surgery after rough season

June 25, 2026

The Minnesota Twins thought they had dodged serious trouble when pitcher Mick Abel's MRI showed no ligament damage recently. But manager Derek Shelton hinted something was still off, mentioning a need for a second doctor to check Abel's elbow. On Wednesday, that second opinion brought bad news—Ablin

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From Unknown to Icon: How Fame Changes Faces

June 22, 2026

Back in the day, many stars were just regular faces in the crowd. Take Emma Stone, for example. In 2006, she looked like any other teenager trying to figure out life. Fast forward to 2026, and her polished look screams Hollywood. But is that really surprising? Some changes are more drastic than oth

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West Virginia’s Game Plan in College Football 27

June 22, 2026

College Football 27’s early ratings give West Virginia fans a preview—but not a promise—of what to expect. The biggest name is running back Cam Cook, whose 95 rating makes him the clear star on offense. His backup, Amari Latimer, at 77, won’t wow anyone but could step in without hurting the team. Th

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A’s vs. Angels: A Tight Showdown at Sutter Health Park

June 21, 2026

The Los Angeles Angels, standing at 30‑47, will travel to West Sacramento for a Saturday night clash with the Oakland A’s, who sit at 38‑38. First pitch is slated for 10:05 p. m. ET. This series has seen the A’s pull ahead, leading 5‑1 in their meetings so far. Friday’s game went into extra innings

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Baseball matchup: Angels and A's face off in tight division battle

June 21, 2026

The Los Angeles Angels travel to California to face the Oakland A's in a late-night game at Sutter Health Park. First pitch drops at 10:05 p. m. ET, making this a prime-time showdown. The Angels have struggled on the road, losing three of their last five games, while the A's have been on a mini-winn

politics

Media and fairness: Why two-faced scrutiny matters

June 16, 2026

Rainn Wilson, best known for his role in a popular TV show, recently pointed out a troubling trend in news reporting. He argues that media outlets often judge public figures differently based on their political views. Wilson believes that while some groups get a free pass for questionable actions, o