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New Leader Takes Helm at Local College

July 3, 2026

A big change is happening behind the scenes at Northwest Arkansas Community College. The school just named Arthur Bradford as its new senior vice president of finance and administration—a role that oversees everything from budgets to campus safety. It’s a high-stakes job, one that shapes how the col

politics

How new loan rules could derail future doctors' dreams

July 3, 2026

Eddie Jiang planned to become a doctor since high school. He picked an affordable in-state college, keeping one eye on medical school costs. Now, after graduating, he questions if his dream remains within reach. New federal loan limits are turning his expectations upside down. Starting this year, f

environment

Trade talks between US and Mexico: Time to clean up the Tijuana River mess

July 3, 2026

For years, the Tijuana River has carried raw sewage and industrial waste straight into US waters, turning beaches from Imperial Beach to Coronado into no-go zones. Meanwhile, trade between the US and Mexico has boomed under deals like NAFTA and USMCA. But here’s the problem: the same trade that fill

environment

Tracing the silent journey of plutonium in the Pacific

July 3, 2026

Plutonium might sound like a word from a sci-fi movie, but it’s actually a useful tool for scientists studying ocean currents. In the western North Pacific, two main sources of plutonium exist: old nuclear tests scattered plutonium across the globe, while nearby US tests left a different kind of mar

business

World Cup Waves Bring Extra Cash to North Bay Hangouts

July 3, 2026

North Bay bars and restaurants are cashing in on soccer fever as World Cup games fill tables and boost sales. Some spots see sales jump by a quarter when big matches air, but business swings depending on which teams play. Mexico and the USA draws the biggest crowds, with fans ordering nachos and Baj

business

Local voices cheer for new energy project in Cameron Parish

July 3, 2026

In Cameron Parish, a group of 100 residents, landowners and business owners recently sent a strong message to regulators: they fully back Venture Global’s latest project at the Calcasieu Pass. The letter they sent praised the company for its long history of cooperation and financial support in the a

health

Staying Active After Pregnancy: New Findings for Women with Past Diabetes Risks

July 3, 2026

Research shows that regular exercise and balanced eating can help prevent heart disease and diabetes. But what if a woman had diabetes during pregnancy? A recent study looked at Chinese American women with a history of gestational diabetes to see how their activity levels affected their health. Man

weather

Hot days in New England: how unusual is this?

July 3, 2026

A stretch of extreme heat is baking the Northeast this week, with temperatures staying high through the weekend. The worst should ease by Sunday, when highs finally drop into the mid-80s under clear skies. But how often does this part of the country get hit this hard? Eastern Massachusetts hasn’t s

weather

Michigan’s holiday weekend: rain checks and sunshine

July 3, 2026

Over the Fourth of July weekend, Michigan can expect hit-or-miss weather—showery but not stormy for most, with a few heavy bursts. The pattern shows a shift: storms that have been parked over northern Lower Michigan head south Friday, then may drift back north by Sunday. If there’s one dry stretch t

crypto

Europe’s Crypto Rules Get a Makeover: Stablecoins Take Center Stage

July 3, 2026

Three years after Europe introduced its first major crypto rules under MiCA, the system is getting a second look. Back in 2021, officials thought stablecoins—crypto tied to regular money like the dollar or euro—would play a small role. Now, they’re everywhere, especially for moving cash across borde