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District 10’s next senator: who can solve the big issues?

May 27, 2026

Anne Kepner is running to replace Aisha Wahab in California’s Senate District 10, and her campaign is built around three big problems: housing is too expensive, good jobs are hard to find, and healthcare costs too much for aging residents. She’s not just talking about these issues; she’s worked on t

technology

Qualcomm’s AI chips find a big buyer in ByteDance

May 27, 2026

A deal between Qualcomm and ByteDance shows how U. S. chip companies are trying to break into the AI hardware space even when trade rules limit their reach. ByteDance, the company behind TikTok, has agreed to buy millions of Qualcomm’s AI-focused chips designed for data centers. This isn’t just abou

crime

Remembering a hero and looking at crime in Arlington

May 27, 2026

Corporal Barry Foust spent over three decades keeping Arlington safe before retiring and later returning to policing after a stint managing airport security. His real legacy traces back to September 11, 2001 when he became the first voice reporting what turned out to be the Pentagon attack. For week

lifestyle

Food kits: a smart shortcut or an unnecessary expense?

May 27, 2026

The question of whether ready-to-cook food boxes are worth the money pops up often. For many, the biggest draw is the time saved. No more staring into the fridge at 6 p. m. wondering what to whip up. No more last-minute grocery runs after a long day. The boxes arrive with just the right amounts of i

politics

Why California’s Rules Are Making Food Pricier for Maine

May 27, 2026

Maine families have watched their grocery bills climb for years, and one big reason sits thousands of miles away in California. A state rule called Proposition 12 forces stores to sell only pork and eggs from animals kept in special pens. That sounds nice, but it costs farms more to follow the rules

opinion

Why Some Places Want to Drop Property Taxes—and What Anchorage Can Learn

May 27, 2026

Across the U. S. , people are pushing back against property taxes. Many have paid off their homes but still get bills they can’t pay. Some local governments will even sell their homes if the taxes aren’t paid. This isn’t just happening in one state—it’s a growing trend. More than a dozen states are

business

A Bank Bet on 3D-Printed Homes—Here’s Why It Matters

May 27, 2026

Homes made with giant 3D printers aren’t just for futuristic movies anymore. One of the largest U. S. banks just decided to back them with real loans, signaling a shift in how Americans might buy houses in the future. Instead of traditional wood and drywall, these homes are constructed layer by laye

sports

Jiri Lehecka: The Czech Tennis Star Shaping His Own Path

May 27, 2026

Jiri Lehecka’s rise in tennis isn’t just about his powerful shots or steady performance under pressure—it’s also a story of where he comes from. The 24-year-old from Mlada Boleslav is the top-ranked Czech male tennis player today, a title he’s earned through years of dedication and sacrifice. But hi

health

Why Some Kids in Africa Still Miss Their Shots

May 27, 2026

Across sub-Saharan Africa, many children between one and two years old don’t get the vaccines they need. This doesn’t happen by accident. Families, communities, and local systems all play a role in whether a child receives their shots on time. New research looked at over 23, 000 toddlers in 21 count

religion

A look at how St. Louis became a city of faith and firsts

May 27, 2026

Back in the early 1800s, St. Louis wasn't exactly known for piety. When a man named Stephen Hempstead moved to this small trading post in 1811, he called it "the worst place I've ever seen. " The city's reputation troubled church leaders too. Roman Catholic Bishop Benedict Flaget visited in 1814 and