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Fun things to do this April in Northwest Indiana

April 3, 2026

This April, Northwest Indiana offers a mix of theater, music, and Polish traditions worth checking out. A local theater group is preparing a spring musical called "The Legend of Georgia McBride, " which flips gender roles as a struggling man turns into a drag queen to pay the bills. Auditions were o

science

Measles Re‑emerges: Scientists Track 1, 000 Viral Genomes

April 2, 2026

The CDC has released its first set of measles genome data, showing how the virus spread across the U. S. last year. Scientists expect more data soon, which will help decide if the country has lost its measles‑free status. The CDC held back the information for months while it dealt with staff cuts

sports

Fun Days at the Ballpark: A Fresh Look at Wilmington’s Blue Rocks

April 2, 2026

"Delaware’s summer line‑up gets a boost when the Wilmington Blue Rocks hit the field. The team plays in the South Atlantic League, a high‑A level that sits just three steps below the majors. Fans can spot future stars—like Carlos Beltran and Andruw Jones, who once stepped onto this field before mo

sports

Arkansas Outfielder Ruiz Faces a Month‑Long Knee Break

April 1, 2026

Damian Ruiz, the Arkansas baseball team’s key left fielder, will be sidelined for roughly a month after hurting his left knee during a recent game. The injury happened when he leapt for a home‑run ball, and an MRI revealed damage to his patellar tendon rather than a complete tear. Coach Dave Van Hor

science

Why brain scans need better diversity data to work for everyone

March 30, 2026

Brain scans like MRIs help doctors spot brain changes linked to diseases. But these scans may not work the same for everyone. Studies show brain measurements can differ widely across ethnic groups and income levels. Yet most brain research is done on a small slice of the population, mainly white and

lifestyle

Living Easy in Billings: A New Home Option for 62+ Residents

March 29, 2026

A fresh way to live in Billings is coming soon for people who are 62 or older. The Village Cooperative plans to build new homes that let residents avoid the usual headaches of owning a house, such as repairs and maintenance. Instead of worrying about fixing things, residents can focus on hobbies,

crime

The Car Theft Numbers You Should Know

March 29, 2026

Hyundai Elantras are the most stolen cars in America this year, with 21, 732 thefts reported nationwide. That number tops the list by a wide margin, showing how often this model ends up on police dashboards. The second most common victim is the Honda Accord, which saw 17, 797 thefts. The Hyundai

politics

Running Through History: A Family’s Secret Journey

March 28, 2026

The story begins in the early 1980s, when a mother and father were forced to flee their home. They left behind a child who would grow up with the echo of hidden roads and whispered warnings. The parents were once part of a radical group that fought against the Vietnam War, using bombs and undergroun

celebrities

Celebrating Stars on March 28

March 28, 2026

The day marks a birthday for several well‑known faces. Reba McEntire, the country music icon, turns 71 and is currently featured on “Happy’s Place. ” Vince Vaughn reaches 56; his dad Vernon also appeared in the movie “Swingers. ” Julia Stiles, now 45, had one of her first roles in a Cyndi L

health

Smart Tech Steps In for Back Pain Diagnosis

March 28, 2026

Doctors often struggle to agree on back problems because scans can look different from person to person. A narrowing in the lower spine called lumbar spinal stenosis is one tough case. Traditional MRI scans help, but experts don’t always see the same things when they look. Now, researchers are testi