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ocean county

Summer plans in Northeast Ohio: More than just warm weather

June 22, 2026

Late June in Northeast Ohio isn’t just about sunshine and pool days. The region turns into a playground for people who enjoy food, music, and stories. On Father’s Day weekend, for example, two very different breakfast events compete for attention. One spot plays classic rock hits by ELO, while anoth

business

Restaurant Fights to Keep Its Music Alive

June 22, 2026

A Prince George’s County restaurant owner is pushing back against new county rules that threaten to silence live music at her spot. La’Caj, a Latin and Cajun fusion eatery, has hosted small live performances on its patio for nearly three years, drawing crowds without complaints. But now, after a lan

finance

New Leader Takes Charge of Kendall County’s Money Matters

June 22, 2026

Kendall County recently brought in a fresh face to manage its financial operations. Carrie Harrington Echols stepped into the role of finance director on June 15, bringing over three decades of experience in public accounting and government finance. Her background includes work across Illinois, with

crime

Kansas City in Search of a Dangerous Shooter

June 21, 2026

Police and federal agents are chasing a 22‑year‑old suspect who allegedly fired at cars and people across Kansas and Missouri. The chase began after a series of violent acts that happened just days before the FIFA World Cup games at Arrowhead Stadium. The authorities say the suspect is still on the

science

El Niño 2026: What It Means for Weather Around the World

June 21, 2026

El Niño is a climate pattern that happens every few years in the tropical Pacific. It starts when the ocean surface there gets much warmer than usual. This warming pushes heat and moisture around, changing weather far beyond the Pacific. Scientists say the current El Niño is already in motion and c

weather

Tornado Watch and Heat Alert Hit Colorado’s Eastern Plains

June 21, 2026

A tornado watch is in effect for the northeastern part of Colorado until 9 p. m. This covers counties such as Cheyenne, Kit Carson, Lincoln, Logan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Washington and Yuma. The warning follows a forecast that summer storms could trigger tornadoes across the eastern plains. In additi

politics

When politicians change their tune on taxes and debt

June 21, 2026

Elected leaders often adjust their messages depending on who they’re talking to. Take one Ohio politician who recently criticized billionaire tax breaks in a national op-ed. He argued closing those loopholes could help with the country’s trillion-dollar annual debt pile. But back when he served on t

science

Giant Shark That Ruled the Seas: The Real Story Behind Megalodon

June 21, 2026

Fifty million years ago, the oceans were home to a predator so massive it makes today’s sharks look like minnows. This wasn’t just any shark—it was Megalodon, a creature whose name literally means “big tooth. ” Scientists have pieced together its story mostly from fossilized teeth and a few rare spi

entertainment

New Boxing Showdown Smashes Records, Outperforming Big MMA Event

June 21, 2026

A recent women's boxing event shattered expectations, pulling in more viewers than a major MMA fight that happened the same week. While the UFC's Freedom 250 grabbed headlines with 17 million U. S. viewers tuning in for at least a minute, Jake Paul's promotion MVPW-03 brought in over 3 million viewe

sports

Local Basketball and Soccer Stars Win High School Athlete Awards

June 21, 2026

Two standout students from Orange County high school sports have been recognized for their excellence in 2023. Acen Jimenez, a basketball player from La Habra, took home the male athlete of the year award. He was chosen over two football finalists, Trent Mosley from Santa Margarita and Luke Fahey fr

Summer plans in Northeast Ohio: More than just warm weather

Restaurant Fights to Keep Its Music Alive

New Leader Takes Charge of Kendall County’s Money Matters

Kansas City in Search of a Dangerous Shooter

El Niño 2026: What It Means for Weather Around the World

Tornado Watch and Heat Alert Hit Colorado’s Eastern Plains

When politicians change their tune on taxes and debt

Giant Shark That Ruled the Seas: The Real Story Behind Megalodon

New Boxing Showdown Smashes Records, Outperforming Big MMA Event

Local Basketball and Soccer Stars Win High School Athlete Awards

El Niño 2026: What It Means for Weather Around the World