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Baseball stars shine bright across Illinois

June 17, 2026

Across Illinois, high school baseball and softball teams are celebrating standout players recognized for their skills this season. Two seniors from different schools made headlines by earning first-team All-State honors in Class 1A. Johnathon Stunkel from Putnam County dominated at bat with a . 438

business

Why Hartford’s future might depend on who gets these new jobs

June 17, 2026

A company’s decision to stay in its hometown isn’t just a feel-good story. For some businesses, it’s a bet on whether their city can still compete in a fast-changing world. Hartford isn’t Silicon Valley, but it doesn’t need to be. The city has old-line strengths—deep healthcare roots, strong schools

weather

Heat Wave Hits Four Western States: What to Do

June 16, 2026

The western United States is in the middle of a heat wave that could reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. A warning has been issued for California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington because the high temperatures could cause serious health problems. In Nevada, cities such as Fallon, Fernley and Lovelock

business

New Mexico Builder Eyes Texas for Growth

June 16, 2026

A local home‑builder from New Mexico is seriously considering expanding into Texas because his state’s slow population growth and heavy taxes make it hard to keep up. The company, founded in 2010, has been building for two decades but the owner says the state’s bureaucracy and rising home prices

sports

Spring Sports Stars Get Their Big Moment

June 16, 2026

The Detroit High School Sports Awards, backed by Gift of Life Michigan and other local sponsors, will spotlight the top athletes for the 2025‑26 spring season on June 24 at Motor City Casino Hotel. The live ceremony will also honor the fall and winter nominees, whose lists are already available onli

crypto

How AI is Changing the Game for Predicting Future Events

June 16, 2026

Event trading platforms have grown rapidly in recent years, covering everything from sports to politics. But behind the scenes, a major challenge has emerged: figuring out how to fairly and accurately resolve bets when the time comes. A Silicon Valley-based protocol called Cournot has stepped in to

politics

China‑Sided Spy Channel Opens in Taiwan

June 14, 2026

Taiwan has launched a new website aimed at Chinese citizens who want to share information about espionage. The site invites people to report tips that could help the island’s security agencies. Taiwan and China have a long history of spying on each other. In recent years, Taiwan says it has

business

Airport Boss Retires After 17 Years

June 14, 2026

Andrew B. Davis, who has led Worcester Regional Airport for nearly 17 years, will step down next month. Before taking the helm in Worcester, he managed operations at Philadelphia International Airport for American Airlines. In 2025 the airport welcomed 229, 000 travelers, a steep rise from under 50,

crime

Tech Giant Battles Fraud Ring Over AI-Powered Scams

June 14, 2026

A major Silicon Valley company recently took legal action against a Chinese group accused of turning AI tech into a phishing weapon. Authorities say the network sent millions of fake messages and built thousands of fake sites to steal money. Most of the scam emails pretended to be from phone compani

lifestyle

Cool Ways To Spend Your Summer In Temecula Valley

June 13, 2026

Temecula Valley turns into a lively playground in summer with options beyond just sipping wine. The area mixes relaxation with fun activities for different tastes. Winery visits go beyond tasting rooms when places like Bottaia Winery add pools and cabanas to their wine experience. Kids have their ow