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A Supervisor Steps Back in San Francisco’s Political War

March 29, 2026

San Francisco is buzzing after Supervisor Jackie Fielder checked into the hospital last Friday, sparking questions about what’s happening behind closed doors. Not long after her office described the situation as an "acute personal health crisis, " rumors surfaced that she might resign—less than two

weather

Heatwave and Wildfire Threats Loom Over Much of the U. S. This Weekend

March 28, 2026

A big part of America will face scary heat and fire danger over the next few days. Weather officials have warned that more than 47 million people from the Great Plains to the Southeast should be careful. Strong winds, between 30 and 60 miles per hour, will hit the Plains. With little moisture in the

sports

Women's Basketball Showdown: Who Will Make It Past the Sweet 16?

March 28, 2026

The Sweet 16 round is in full swing, and eight matchups will decide who moves forward. First up, Louisville faces Michigan in a game that could hinge on how well the Cardinals defend the perimeter. Michigan’s stars, Olivia Olson and Syla Swords, have been hard to stop this season, so Louisville m

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Elite Eight Showdowns: Who Plays, When and Where

March 28, 2026

The 2026 NCAA men’s basketball tournament is almost finished, with the Elite Eight set to decide who moves on to the Final Four. Saturday night kicks off in the South Region, where the third‑seeded Illinois team will take on the ninth‑seeded Iowa squad at 6:09 p. m. Eastern Time. Later that ev

weather

Snow Surprise for California’s Sierra and Light Drizzle in Los Angeles

March 28, 2026

A fresh spring weather system is headed toward California, promising a mix of snowfall in the Sierra Nevada and gentle rain over Los Angeles. The National Weather Service predicts two distinct precipitation events for the Tahoe area. The first wave rolls in Monday evening and continues into Tuesd

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Weather‑Smart Soccer: MLS’s New Play Plan

March 28, 2026

Major League Soccer is shifting its calendar to a winter‑focused schedule next year. The change aims to keep teams out of the hottest months in southern cities while avoiding the harsh cold in northern markets. In practice, this means more games will be played during December and February in places

business

Reno’s New Jewelry Spot: Kendra Scott Opens Its First Store

March 28, 2026

A fresh spark is lighting up Reno’s shopping scene as a popular Texas jewelry brand moves into town. The brand, known for its trendy pieces that sit between everyday wear and luxury, will debut its first location at the Shayden Summit mall in south Reno. The opening is slated for either April or May

business

Canada Seeks Quick Trade Deal with South America

March 28, 2026

Canadian trade officials are pushing hard to finish a free‑trade agreement with the Mercosur group by this fall. The country wants to speed up talks, aiming for meetings every six weeks or so, according to the minister of international trade speaking at a WTO event in Cameroon. He has already held t

environment

Renewable Power Isn’t the Cheap Fix It Sounds Like

March 28, 2026

The idea that wind and solar automatically lower electricity bills is a myth. A series of posts by an analyst named Steve Carson shows that while renewable plants produce power for almost no fuel cost, the grid still has to pay a lot for flexibility, backup and wiring. The article first looks at Chi

technology

Love and AI: How Couples Balance New Tech Hobbies

March 28, 2026

People who enjoy the newest computer tools sometimes find their hobbies clash with family life. In one case, a sales manager in Akron spends long evenings writing code with an AI helper called Claude. His partner lives in Columbus and helps run a medical spa, but she does not understand the software