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High school sports roundup: Standout performances and close games

April 12, 2026

A mix of dominant pitchers and come-from-behind wins highlighted Friday’s high school sports action. In baseball, Parker Lawson of Bay Port delivered a masterclass, striking out 14 batters while allowing just one hit as his team shut out Pulaski 3-0. Meanwhile, Green Bay Preble needed extra innings

sports

Girl soccer and track teams shine in weekend tournaments

April 12, 2026

Three local schools left big marks on the weekend sports scene, with standout performances in soccer and track. First, Genoa-Kingston’s girls soccer team took home hardware by not letting opponents score even once across three games. Their goalkeeper, Maddie Swanson, kept everything locked down, whi

politics

Seattle struggles as crime rises and politics clash

April 12, 2026

Seattle’s crime problem is growing fast. The city now ranks fourth worst among big U. S. cities for crime rates, with theft, break-ins, and violence happening far too often. Many locals feel the city’s leaders are more focused on fights with federal agencies than fixing the real issues in their neig

politics

Young voters aren’t just sitting out the vote—they’re pushing for real change

April 12, 2026

In a packed lecture hall at the University of Michigan, energy crackled as students rattled desks and chanted. Among them stood someone from a different generation, observing the scene in silence. The crowd wasn’t there for a typical political speech. Instead, a Senate candidate teamed up with a lou

politics

April’s Mixed Headlines: Sports, Politics, and Legal Battles Dominate the Week

April 12, 2026

Another NCAA basketball season wrapped up Monday when Michigan beat UConn 6-3 in a tight final game. This was big news for the Big Ten, marking their first men’s basketball championship in nearly 30 years. Meanwhile, Illinois, a top contender just days before, got eliminated in the semifinals. This

religion

The Pope’s Call for Peace in a World that Keeps Forgetting

April 12, 2026

Over the weekend, the head of the Catholic Church made one of his strongest public pleas yet for an end to war, speaking to a massive crowd at St. Peter’s Basilica. Without naming any specific countries or leaders, Pope Leo delivered a blunt message: the endless cycle of violence needs to stop. In a

education

Faster Path to Becoming a Physical Therapist in Utah

April 12, 2026

Utah’s colleges are finding creative ways to help students enter high-demand healthcare jobs faster. A new deal between Utah Valley University and Rocky Mountain University brings this idea to life. Top students at UVU can now finish both their bachelor’s degree and a doctorate in physical therapy i

politics

Empty Ships, Full Claims: What’s Really Happening with U. S. Oil Tankers?

April 12, 2026

Reports say a fleet of massive oil tankers—some of the biggest in the world—are sailing toward America, but they’re traveling empty. President Trump suggested this is a smart move, claiming these ships are on their way to collect the country’s top-tier oil and gas. He even argued that the U. S. now

education

Pittsburgh teens get a behind-the-scenes look at NFL Draft stage building

April 12, 2026

Pittsburgh high schoolers in carpentry programs got a rare chance to see how their skills connect to big-time events. About 140 students from seven local schools visited the North Shore construction site where workers were building the stage for the NFL Draft. The tour gave them a close-up view of t

politics

War, Prices and Everyday Life: What Americans Are Saying

April 11, 2026

In the last month, a sudden conflict in the Middle East has shifted more than just oil charts – it’s changed how ordinary people feel about their future. A retired Marine in Colorado, who also runs a small restaurant, says the strikes are finally addressing a threat that he believes the governmen