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Wildfire Woes: Heat, Wind and Firework Fears Sweep the West

June 28, 2026

In Utah’s southern desert, a blazing blaze has spread over 112 square miles, turning the Cottonwood Fire into the country’s biggest current inferno. The fire has scorched a ski resort, forced residents to leave their homes and sent ash drifting over neighboring towns. Fire crews are struggling be

environment

Earth’s Hidden Clues: Why Big Changes Happen Faster Than We’re Told

June 26, 2026

For centuries, science taught that Earth’s biggest features formed slowly over millions of years. Rivers dug canyons bit by bit. Mountains grew a few millimeters each year. But the planet itself tells a different story. Look closely at places like Washington’s Grand Coulee, where 800-foot walls of l

opinion

Hikers Beware: The Grand Canyon Is Not a Walk in the Park

June 25, 2026

The Grand Canyon’s trails can be brutal, yet many online posts paint them as easy and safe. People brag about long hikes that they finished in a few hours, ignoring the real risks of heat, altitude and lost routes. Every year, rescue teams deal with hundreds of hikers needing help. In 2025 alon

sports

A football camp with a future college player as coach

June 21, 2026

Bryce Underwood didn’t just show up to a Saturday camp in Saline — he ran it. The Michigan quarterback teamed up with a local sports group called FlexWork Sports to teach kids the basics of football. Instead of standing on the sidelines, he was giving pointers on throwing, catching, and footwork. It

sports

Local Basketball and Soccer Stars Win High School Athlete Awards

June 21, 2026

Two standout students from Orange County high school sports have been recognized for their excellence in 2023. Acen Jimenez, a basketball player from La Habra, took home the male athlete of the year award. He was chosen over two football finalists, Trent Mosley from Santa Margarita and Luke Fahey fr

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A big day for New York basketball fans

June 19, 2026

Jalen Brunson didn’t just hold up the shiny NBA trophy—he let the whole city feel its weight. Fans packed lower Manhattan, stretching from subways to sidewalks, some standing so close on Broadway’s tall buildings’ shadows that they looked like a human wave. “We actually pulled this off, ” Brunson to

environment

Rebuilding Ruidoso: How Bridges, Burns, and Big Money Shape a Town’s Future

June 18, 2026

Ruidoso’s Upper Canyon once had a playful log bridge that let kids bounce on the planks. Randall Hamilton remembers jumping on it as a child in the 1960s. By 2008, Hurricane Dolly had turned that bridge into splintered debris, along with eight others nearby. A quick fix—concrete pipes—kept traffic m

sports

Baseball Delay: Road Trip Gets Interrupted

June 13, 2026

The first game of the Mariners' series on the road hit a major snag yesterday. Severe weather in Washington D. C. forced a postponement. The initial start time was set for late afternoon, but now everything is paused. The baseball tarp is out on the field, and nobody knows exactly when play will res

education

Summer Science Fun in Flagstaff: Nature Walks with Real Rangers

June 12, 2026

Every summer, Flagstaff transforms into a living classroom where kids and adults can walk with real park rangers. These aren’t just any guides – they’re specially trained volunteers who split their time between national monuments and nearby forests. Their mission? To help visitors spot the hidden wo

sports

Big Paychecks on the Octagon

June 7, 2026

The UFC’s upcoming Vegas 118 event has fighters ready to fight for more than just bragging rights. Belal Muhammad, once a top welterweight contender, is expected to bring in a paycheck that could reach the six‑figure range after his recent losses. His opponent, Gabriel Bonfim, is a rising star who m