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JBS Plant Shut‑Down: How Leaders and Workers Are Fighting Back

July 17, 2026

The JBS meat‑packing plant in Souderton, Pennsylvania, will close on August 14, taking about 1, 700 jobs with it. Workers from Montgomery, Bucks and Berks counties will feel the loss most acutely. State Rep. Donna Scheuren says officials are trying to keep the plant running by finding a new buyer

politics

Alameda County Moves Forward While Oakland School Plan Stalls

July 17, 2026

Alameda County’s Board of Supervisors has given the green light to a new reparations strategy that focuses on long‑term changes instead of cash payouts. The decision, made after two years of study and community talks, aims to tackle the legacy of discrimination that has hurt Black residents for gene

education

Possibility of a School Merger Sparks Debate in Allegheny County

July 17, 2026

The state is looking at ways to help Duquesne City School District, which has struggled for decades. Officials say a merger could give students better chances and reduce costs. McKeesport Area School District is the top candidate so far. Its schools have enough space, so a new building migh

politics

Oak Park Tightens Rules on E‑Bikes and Scooters

July 17, 2026

Oak Park’s Village Board has just passed new rules that change how electric bikes, scooters and other motorized devices can be used in town. The changes come as the state of Illinois has started to set its own rules, and local officials want their laws to match. Police are planning a big public‑awa

politics

Senator Moreno Shares Views on Tech, Politics and Iran

July 17, 2026

Bernie Moreno, a new Republican senator from Ohio, spent time talking to reporters in the basement of the Russell Senate Building. He began by criticizing what he calls “dumb, lazy politicians” on Capitol Hill. Moreno said that when lawmakers can’t solve problems, they create new bills instead

weather

Smoke Lingers, Storms Loom: Maryland’s Weather Forecast

July 17, 2026

The air in Baltimore is thick with smoke that started in Canada, and officials have issued a code red alert. This warning means it is not safe for people to be outside, especially those with breathing problems or heart conditions. The warning will stay in effect on Friday when temperatures climb int

crime

Crime Patterns: Where and When the Trouble Pops Up

July 17, 2026

Crime is not random. In almost every city, it sticks to certain spots and times. Researchers have found that a century of data shows two clear habits: the first is that some neighborhoods see more crime than others, and the second is that crime rises during particular seasons of the year. These h

sports

Fans Decide the Top Small‑School Softball Star in Gainesville

July 17, 2026

The spring sports season in the Gainesville area has wrapped up, and the local newspaper is sharing its All‑Area teams for six sports. The list includes baseball, softball, lacrosse, flag football, tennis and track & field. Each sport’s best player is highlighted as Player of the Year. This time, r

politics

Keeping Time Straight: Why the Clock Debate Still Matters

July 17, 2026

People love a good story about clocks, but the real issue is whether we should keep daylight hours all year. In 1974, lawmakers tried to stop the clock from moving twice a year, hoping it would save energy. The experiment didn’t last long because parents complained about dark mornings and accidents

health

Teen Drinking Increases Risk of Sexual Assault

July 17, 2026

Alcohol and other drugs can make teens, especially girls, more likely to be attacked sexually. The buzz from substances weakens judgment and can leave young people exposed in risky situations. But the danger is not only about being drunk. Teens who drink often chase thrills and jump into high‑risk