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Guns in America: Why Safety Laws Matter More Than Ever

June 11, 2026

June brings more than warm weather—it’s Gun Violence Prevention Month, a time to reflect on how society handles firearms. After a recent shooting at a San Diego mosque killed three people, the conversation about gun safety feels urgent. The U. S. has over 500 million guns for its 350 million citizen

sports

The New Playbook: How College Stadiums Are Changing the Game

June 11, 2026

Across the country, colleges are betting big on turning football weekends into year-round events. At the University of Tennessee, a massive project is taking shape—one that could reshape gameday for thousands of fans. By 2028, the Neyland Entertainment District will rise where an old parking garage

politics

A New Way to Fund Kids' School Choices

June 11, 2026

Starting next year, families might get a fresh way to pay for K-12 education—and it all comes down to taxes. The Treasury Department is rolling out a new tax break called the Education Freedom Tax Credit. Instead of sending kids to the closest public school, this plan lets people donate to groups th

education

School Board Votes on New Super School Leader Deal

June 11, 2026

The local school board just made a big call about who will lead Fairfield’s schools for the next five years. By a narrow 6-3 vote, they locked in Michael Testani as superintendent starting July 1 and running through June 2029. The deal still needs his John Hancock to be official, with a one-week win

education

The Real Job of Colleges: More Than Just Diplomas

June 11, 2026

Walk into most big universities and you’ll see bold letters on shirts, banners, and buildings. Those letters aren’t just brand names – they represent something older: the idea that schools exist to help people keep learning forever. Names like Harvard’s “Veritas” or Yale’s “Light and Truth” weren’t

sports

New Face of American Eagle: Meet Lamine Yamal

June 11, 2026

Eighteen-year-old soccer player Lamine Yamal is in Tennessee right now, not just chasing dreams but also a World Cup trophy. The Barcelona winger, standing at 178 cm, is part of Spain’s squad preparing for the 2026 tournament. The team settled into Embassy Suites in downtown Chattanooga while traini

lifestyle

High school team shines in business challenge while local events offer fun and learning

June 11, 2026

A group of three girls from Carl Sandburg High School in Orland Park recently took first place in a business competition hosted by Moraine Valley Community College. Instead of just tackling a regular project, they had to quickly come up with a full marketing plan for a new solar battery. The catch?

opinion

A New Chapter for Dallas Hockey Fans

June 10, 2026

Dallas has long been a battleground for sports fans, but the recent debate over where the Stars will play feels like a bigger fight. The city’s move to Plano has sparked concerns about accessibility and the true value of a new arena. Fans say the old Reunion Arena felt intimate, while the curr

politics

Arizona Parents Push for School Voucher Rules

June 10, 2026

In Arizona, parents of children with special needs are rallying to change the rules around a program that lets families use public money for private schooling. The movement says that too much of the program’s budget is being spent on things that do not truly help students learn, and that public scho

crime

When Teens Turn to Violence: What's Really Going On?

June 10, 2026

The past few months have seen a troubling rise in violence involving young people across the United States, from massive mall gatherings gone wrong to shootings at parties and even schools. In one case, a planned fight in a North Carolina park left two teens dead and five injured, echoing scenes fro