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Worcester’s Apartment Plan Gets a New Deadline

April 3, 2026

The city’s planning board decided to push back the review of a request for more time on a downtown apartment project. The developer, HHM Cube from Springfield, asked for extra days to lock in funding, finish the building drawings, and file a permit. Instead of hearing about it on April 1, the

technology

Moscow’s Payment Glitch Turns Metro Turns into Free‑Ride Zone

April 3, 2026

A glitch in Moscow’s payment network caused shoppers, commuters and zoo visitors to face unexpected cash‑only rules. The problem surfaced on Friday, when the city’s metro turnstiles began allowing people to board without a ticket. Some stores and gas stations also stopped accepting card paymen

opinion

Cutting Maine’s Power Bills Without a Public Utility

April 3, 2026

Maine residents are feeling the pinch of high electricity costs, and many think only public power could solve it. In reality, there are several practical steps that can lower bills for users of the two main investor‑owned companies, Central Maine Power and Versant. These ideas are already in play fo

weather

Dry Spell to End, But More Rain Looms for the Plains

April 3, 2026

The Central and Southern Plains have faced many storms in recent weeks. After a few days of quiet, dry weather is coming. This break is rare for this time of year, but it will not last long. The weather center says that next week the region will stay dry for a short period. April usually b

weather

Storms Hit McHenry County: Clouds, Power Losses, and Flood Warnings

April 3, 2026

The county woke up to a dramatic sky shift as clouds spun and thunder rolled. A funnel‑shaped cloud was spotted near Marengo, then it drifted north toward Union and Woodstock. Because of this, officials raised a tornado alert for the county’s northeast corner until 8:15 p. m. The sirens that rang in

sports

Reno’s Role in ESPN’s Early Days

April 3, 2026

In a surprising twist, the city of Reno is linked to the birth of one of America’s biggest sports networks. A new documentary called “Sports Heaven: The Birth of ESPN” will air on Monday, April 6 at 5:30 p. m. on ESPN. The film tells the story of Bill Rasmussen, who dreamed up a 24‑hour sports chann

education

Teenagers and the Hidden Risks of Sports Betting

April 3, 2026

In Tennessee, a high‑school senior began betting on games after seeing flashy ads that promised easy money. He spent his birthday cash on a single wager and quickly escalated to larger bets, only to find that losses piled up. The experience made him stop and worry about addiction. The problem is wi

sports

Caroline Dubois: A New Champion in the Making

April 3, 2026

Caroline Dubois has carved a path that echoes the bold steps of Ronda Rousey and Serena Williams. In her early years, she disguised herself as a boy to train in boxing because girls were barred from the sport. This daring move paid off, leading her to a gold medal at the 2018 Youth Olympics and pa

politics

Russian Air Attacks Intensify on Ukraine

April 3, 2026

Ukraine’s air force reports that Russia has started a rolling aerial assault on its territory, beginning Thursday night. The new pattern follows an earlier overnight drone swarm and now includes daytime strikes, signalling a shift in Moscow’s strategy to break through Ukrainian air defenses. The com

sports

Why NBA Players Feel Trapped Between Free Speech and Team Rules

April 3, 2026

The NBA’s competitive world often clashes with modern conversations about freedom of expression. When the Chicago Bulls cut guard Jaden Ivey in late March, the move wasn’t just about basketball—it sparked debates on whether players can truly share their thoughts without consequences. Ivey, a promisi