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Houston's Beloved Newsman: Dave Ward's Lasting Impact

December 16, 2025

Dave Ward, a familiar face in Houston households for over half a century, has passed away. His funeral will be broadcast live on TV and online platforms, allowing fans to pay their respects one last time. The public can visit Dave at two locations before the funeral. On Wednesday, December 17, he w

weather

Massachusetts: From Calm to Stormy in Just Days

December 16, 2025

The weather in Massachusetts is about to take a wild turn. It started off nice and sunny, but things are about to get interesting. A big storm is coming, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. At the start of the week, the weather was pretty mild. Nights were chilly, with temperatures in the teens a

business

Tech and Jobs: What's Cooking in the U. S. ?

December 16, 2025

The U. S. is making big moves to boost its tech scene. The government is planning to hire 1, 000 specialists for a new "Tech Force" to work on AI and finance projects. This is a big deal because the U. S. has been falling behind in tech and shipbuilding since World War II. But now, companies from ot

sports

Kansas Jayhawks Climb the Rankings After Hard-Earned Win

December 16, 2025

The Kansas Jayhawks are making waves in the college basketball scene. They just moved up two spots in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, now sitting at No. 17. This is their highest ranking so far this season. They earned this spot after a tough win against North Carolina State, which went into over

entertainment

Billy Bob Thornton Roasts The View in New TV Drama

December 15, 2025

Billy Bob Thornton, playing the tough-talking Lt. Tommy Norris in the TV show Landman, took a jab at The View. He did this while talking to his dad, played by Sam Elliot. Norris suggested his dad watch The View to pass the time. But he didn't hold back his thoughts about the show. Norris called The

entertainment

A Mega Christmas Surprise: The Powerball Jackpot Soars

December 15, 2025

The Powerball jackpot has reached an astonishing $1. 1 billion, just ten days before Christmas. This massive prize is the sixth-largest in Powerball history and the twelfth-largest in U. S. lottery history, including Mega Millions. The drawing is scheduled for just before 11 p. m. ET on Monday. The

weather

Heavy Snow and Freezing Alerts Across the U. S.

December 15, 2025

Across the United States, winter is showing its might. Heavy snowfall is expected to dump up to 22 inches in some areas, while freezing temperatures are making life difficult for many. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued various alerts, covering a wide range of states. In Alaska, several

politics

Trouble Brews in Congo as Rebels Make Moves

December 15, 2025

The M23 group, backed by Rwanda, has taken hundreds of Burundian soldiers prisoner during their latest attack in eastern Congo. This happened just days after Congo and Rwanda's leaders promised to keep the peace. The U. S. is not happy and has warned Rwanda to stop breaking the rules. M23 has taken

sports

Big 12's Bold Moves to Boost Schools' Cash

December 15, 2025

The Big 12 Conference is shaking things up with a new plan to bring in big bucks. They're teaming up with investment firms RedBird and Weatherford Capital to offer schools a chance to grab up to $30 million each. This isn't about selling shares of the conference, though. It's more like a smart finan

crime

Australian Jews Face Rising Threats and Fear

December 15, 2025

In recent times, the Jewish community in Australia has faced a surge in antisemitic acts. This has left many feeling unsafe and worried about their future in the country. The situation has been building for a while, with incidents like graffiti, arson, and hate speech becoming more common. The lates