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Rockies Gear Up: Roster Uncertainty and New Beginnings

March 11, 2026

The Rockies are busy shaping a 26‑man squad for the season opener on March 27 in Miami. Decision makers like DePodesta, Byrnes and Schaeffer juggle stats, experience, minor‑league options and gut feelings. Who will be the fifth starter? Options include Chase Dollander, Ryan Feltner or a retooled

politics

Bondi Faces Capitol Hill Over DOJ Shifts

February 11, 2026

Attorney General Pam Bondi appears before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, where lawmakers are set to probe her decade‑long changes at the Justice Department. Her testimony comes a year into her term, a period marked by sweeping departures from traditional DOJ practices. Bondi has ordere

education

Joliet Catholic Academy Celebrates Five Remarkable Alumni

January 26, 2026

Joliet Catholic Academy is set to celebrate five outstanding alumni by inducting them into the 2026 Hall of Champions: Business & Industry class. This honor recognizes their remarkable achievements in their careers and their significant contributions to the community. The Hall of Champions is a pre

entertainment

New Captains at the Helm of Star Wars: What's Next?

January 17, 2026

After more than 13 years, Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from her role at Lucasfilm. Dave Filoni is taking over as president and chief creative officer, with Lynwen Brennan as co-president. This change comes after a mixed bag of successes and controversies under Kennedy's leadership. Kennedy joi

crime

A Tragic Night in Salt Lake City: Gunfire Strikes Near a Church

January 8, 2026

In a quiet neighborhood in Salt Lake City, a sudden burst of gunfire shattered the peace near a church. Two people lost their lives, and six others were hurt. This happened right outside a church where people were gathered to remember someone who had passed away. The church is known for its Tongan c

sports

Bay City Boys Basketball: A Week of Wins and Lessons

January 6, 2026

The Bay City area saw some exciting basketball action this week. Teams bounced back from tough losses, while others started the new year with a bang. Let's dive into the highlights and what we can learn from these games. First up, John Glenn bounced back from an overtime loss to Alpena with a stron

sports

Tottenham's Wing Woes: Injury Crisis and Transfer Speculation

January 6, 2026

Tottenham Hotspur is facing a tough time on the field and off it. The team is struggling in the league, and now they have an injury crisis. Mohammed Kudus, their key player, got hurt in the recent match against Sunderland. He had to leave the game early because of a thigh injury. The club is still w

sports

Winter Transfer Window: Who's In, Who's Out?

January 2, 2026

The Premier League's January 2026 transfer window is buzzing with activity. Clubs have until February 2 to finalize deals. Let's dive into the moves that have happened so far. Aston Villa made a splash by signing Alysson, a 19-year-old winger from Gremio for £8. 7m. This is a big investment for a y

politics

Hot Topics: What Got Knoxville Talking in 2025

January 2, 2026

In 2025, Knoxville's opinion section saw new voices join the conversation. One of these newcomers wrote the year's most popular piece. The section also kicked off a project called "(Re)United States, " aiming to bring together different views on how to mend the political divide. The goal was to move

sports

Arizona Football's Turnaround: How Coach Brennan Built a Winning Team

January 1, 2026

Arizona football is on a roll, with a 9-3 record and a top-20 ranking heading into the Holiday Bowl against SMU. But how did they get here? It wasn't just about one person. Coach Brent Brennan made some smart moves that turned things around. Brennan didn't suddenly become a football genius. He made