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Cyber Apprenticeships: New Paths to Protect the Nation

July 8, 2026

The Defense Department has launched a fresh opportunity for young people who want to work in cybersecurity. The program offers a full‑time, paid apprenticeship that lasts one year and helps participants earn valuable certifications. Applicants must be U. S. citizens, 18 or older, and can include hi

politics

City Stores vs Local Bodegas: A Growing Tension

July 8, 2026

A recent press event in East Harlem sparked a debate about how city officials are engaging with small grocery owners. Business leaders from the borough reported that city representatives visit their stores and ask for detailed sales data. They say the questions focus on best‑selling items, wee

politics

Fixing Worcester’s Roads: A Slow Ride to Disrepair

July 6, 2026

Driving through Worcester, it’s hard to miss the state of the roads. Potholes scatter the streets, some roads look like they’ve been through a rough winter every week, and patches aren’t enough. This isn’t just a current problem—it’s been years in the making. Funds for upkeep have been too little fo

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Changes Ahead for Free Health Tests: What It Means for Your Wallet

July 6, 2026

A government group called the U. S. Preventive Services Task Force decides which health screenings and tests must be fully covered by insurance under the Affordable Care Act. Right now, that includes things like colonoscopies, mammograms, and counseling for quitting smoking. But changes are coming—a

opinion

Anchorage’s Quiet Upgrade: More Jobs, Cleaner Streets, and Downtown Revival

July 5, 2026

Anchorage isn’t the same city it was five years ago. Where crime and blight once dominated headlines, today’s version looks and feels different. Prosecutors now fill every city-required role, and police response times have improved after years of understaffing. Illegal camps—once breeding grounds fo

opinion

A Nation Still Growing: America’s 250‑Year Gamble

July 4, 2026

America is turning 250 this July, and the country’s history feels like a long‑term experiment. The founders didn’t claim certainty; they risked their lives and fortunes because the future was uncertain. Every new generation repeats that gamble, keeping the nation alive. In 250 years, the idea of pe

politics

Exploring Alaska's governor candidates' views on AI use

July 4, 2026

Alaska's upcoming governor race reveals sharp divides on artificial intelligence, a technology still in its early stages but growing rapidly. A recent survey asked candidates about their plans for AI use in government and their ideas for protecting Alaskans from potential harms. Some candidates want

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Most Americans agree: better civics lessons could help fix democracy

July 4, 2026

A big poll found that four out of five adults think schools don’t teach enough about how government works. That’s a strong signal that people still care about democracy, even if they feel frustrated by it. But the same survey showed a sharp contrast: most Americans flunk basic civics tests. A 2024 s

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Keeping a Republic Clean: Why Watching Money Matters

July 3, 2026

A famous thinker once said that a republic is only as strong as the people can keep it. That idea feels fresh now, especially as a country marks 250 years of independence. The core of a republic is trust. Citizens must believe that elected officials use their taxes wisely and answer to the public

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Small Town Struggles to Clean Up Its Messy Money Problems

July 3, 2026

The village of La Grange has been dealing with financial headaches for years. In mid-2025, two key money people quit—one took another job nearby, the other left for a different role. To fill the gaps, the village hired outside help through a staffing company. But that fix didn’t work as planned. The