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Lakewood Ranch's Sports Teams Shine Bright in January 2026

January 15, 2026

Lakewood Ranch's sports teams had a fantastic start to the year. The girls soccer team, led by coach Cole Richardson, faced some big changes. They lost key players, including top scorer Olivia Hadad. But they found new talent, like freshmen Alyssa Pistone and Kiley Mulligan. Coach Richardson also ma

weather

Unusual Warmth in Southern California: What's Next?

January 15, 2026

Southern California has been enjoying unusually warm weather, making it feel like summer. The inland areas of Orange County saw temperatures soaring into the mid-80s on January 14th, which is about 15 degrees higher than what's normal for this time of year. Even the coastal areas were warmer than us

crime

Hate Crime Strikes Pasadena Jewish Community

January 15, 2026

A Jewish temple in Pasadena, California, has once again become a target of hate. This time, it's not a fire that's causing the damage, but cruel words spray-painted on its walls. The temple, which was destroyed in last year's Eaton Fire, is still in ruins. Someone took advantage of this and wrote ha

crime

A Closer Look at the Ogle County Trial: What Really Happened?

January 15, 2026

In the Ogle County trial, a man named Duane Meyer, known as DC, is facing serious charges. He's accused of killing his ex-wife, Maggie Meyer, and starting a fire that also took the life of their 3-year-old son, Amos. The trial has been going on for a few days now, and the focus has been on the evide

technology

Tech Giants and the Power Dilemma: Who Pays the Price?

January 15, 2026

Microsoft, a major player in the tech industry, has been expanding its data center footprint across the United States. As of 2024, the company had secured permits for 44 data centers, making it one of the top five companies in terms of data center construction. These facilities are not small; half o

business

Napa's Wine Service Cooperative: A Shift in Strategy

January 15, 2026

In a notable move, the Wine Service Cooperative in Napa Valley is changing its game plan. After nearly 20 years of handling direct-to-consumer wine shipments, they've decided to pass the baton to a third party. This shift comes as sales have been sluggish, and the cooperative aims to free up space a

health

Vaccine Exemptions: A Growing Concern in the US

January 14, 2026

The decision to skip childhood vaccines is becoming more popular in many parts of the United States. This trend is making it easier for preventable diseases like measles to spread. New research shows that more than half of US counties have seen an increase in vaccine exemptions since the start of th

crime

A Mystery Solved: DNA Uncovers Identity of Man Found on Washington Beach

January 14, 2026

A man's journey to find answers about his missing father led to a breakthrough in a cold case. The skeletal remains of a man found on a Washington beach in 2006 have been identified as Edwin Asher, a former mayor from Oregon. This discovery came after nearly two decades of uncertainty. Asher was re

politics

A Sudden End to Vital Health Grants

January 14, 2026

The Trump administration made a big, sudden change. It canceled many federal grants. These grants helped people with addiction and mental health issues. The cuts are huge. They might reach $2 billion. This news came from three sources. But it's not confirmed yet. Many nonprofits got letters. They s

politics

The Legal Battle Over Tina Peters' Conviction

January 14, 2026

Tina Peters, a former elections clerk from Mesa County, is currently serving a nine-year sentence for her role in a data breach involving the county's election equipment. Her legal team is now attempting to overturn this conviction, arguing that President Donald Trump's pardon should apply to her st