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City Services Bounce Back After Fiber Cable Damage

June 28, 2026

Residents in Green faced internet and phone disruptions after underground fiber cables were accidentally cut early on June 27. The damage happened around 5:14 a. m. , cutting off broadband and voice services for hours. While emergency numbers stayed functional, non-emergency city lines went dark for

weather

Hot spell ahead: What the coming week’s weather really means for you

June 28, 2026

Next week will bring a stretch of sustained high heat to the region, with the worst stretch expected Tuesday through Thursday. Meteorologists have highlighted these three days as the peak risk time because the combination of air temperature and humidity will make it feel like it’s pushing past 105 °

politics

Lubbock’s City Council race: Where the money flows and who stands out

June 28, 2026

In Lubbock, the race for City Council District 4 isn’t just about picking a new leader—it’s also about who’s funding the campaign. Five candidates filed reports showing how much they raised and spent ahead of the June 27 special election. This vote will fill the seat left empty after a council membe

technology

How robots could help bridge health gaps if designed fairly

June 28, 2026

Social robots meant to assist people with daily tasks or therapy might sound like sci-fi, but they're already popping up in hospitals and care homes. The big question is whether these machines will actually help everyone equally or just the people who can afford them. Right now, most of these robots

sports

Egypt-Iran World Cup match keeps politics and pride separate in Seattle

June 28, 2026

Seattle turned into a quiet battleground of opposing voices when World Cup fever collided with local politics outside the stadium before Egypt met Iran. Two major protests happened within a few blocks of each other—one cheering for Iranian democracy, the other calling for Palestinian rights—yet neit

sports

Houston’s Cricket Surge: A Quiet Revolution on the Fields

June 28, 2026

Houston isn’t just buzzing with World Cup excitement—baseball diamonds are giving way to cricket pitches as people from cricket-loving countries reshape the city’s sports scene. Immigrants from places like India, England, and South Africa have brought the game with them, turning Houston into a surpr

weather

Paris heatwave forces city residents to cool off in countryside hotels

June 28, 2026

When France faces its most intense June heatwave on record, Parisians face an unusual challenge—not just enduring the heat, but finding ways to escape it. With temperatures soaring past 40 degrees Celsius, most city apartments become unbearable ovens. The problem? Very few have air conditioning. Ins

education

Parents question AI tools in schools after quick district decision

June 28, 2026

Haverford Township School District recently approved AI tools for classrooms, but parents aren’t convinced it’s a good move. The district bought two programs—one for student tutoring and another to help teachers with tasks like quiz-making and feedback. Officials say the tools won’t replace real tea

celebrities

Alan Jackson gears up for grand farewell show after long health struggle

June 28, 2026

Country music legend Alan Jackson is preparing for his final performance at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium this weekend, marking the end of his decades-long career. The event, titled "Last Call: One More for the Road – The Finale, " will feature a mix of today’s biggest country stars, including Luke Com

technology

Can humans really change the path of a hurricane?

June 28, 2026

For years, people have tried to control the weather. One method is cloud seeding, where tiny particles are added to clouds to make rain or stop hail. Now, some scientists think this idea could be expanded to steer hurricanes away from cities. The plan involves using advanced tech like AI and real-ti