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Republicans Shift Midterm Tactics, Waving Trump but Focusing on Local Issues

April 26, 2026

Republicans are reshaping their midterm game plan. They want to use President Trump’s name as a rallying point, yet avoid turning every race into a vote for him. The idea is to lean on his ability to bring voters out while keeping campaigns centered on everyday concerns like taxes and inflation.

crime

Teen shoplifting surge sparks UK debate on crime policies

April 22, 2026

A group of teens recently ran wild through a southwest London street, grabbing items without paying. Their bold thefts highlight a much bigger problem: shoplifting in England and Wales has nearly tripled over four years. Experts say this trend isn’t just a small blip—it shows how minor crimes can sp

celebrities

Meloni Says Goodbye to a Long‑Running TV Icon

April 18, 2026

Christopher Meloni expressed deep emotions after the cancellation of his long‑running role in a popular crime drama series. He took to social media to thank fans who had supported his character, Elliot Stabler, over the years. The actor reflected on nearly 17 years of portraying the detective and ho

entertainment

The Last Chapter for Detective Stabler

April 18, 2026

Fans of the gritty crime drama got a shock when news broke that \"Law & Order: Organized Crime\" would not return after five seasons. The show, which started on NBC before moving to Peacock, followed Detective Elliot Stabler as he battled organized crime in New York. Christopher Meloni, the actor be

politics

Chile shows its strict new approach to migration control

April 17, 2026

Chile just carried out its first deportation flight under a tougher immigration strategy. The government sent 40 people back to Bolivia, Colombia, and Ecuador from the northern city of Iquique. Officials didn’t say how often these flights will happen next, but they called it the start of a long-term

sports

Sports roundup: How local teams performed last weekend

April 13, 2026

Baseball saw some big wins last Saturday. Bay Port crushed De Pere in two straight games, scoring nine runs in the first match and five in the second. Pitcher Quinn Boeckman held his own early on, while Parker Broehm and Ethan Hawley stepped up later. Meanwhile, Notre Dame completely shut out Green

sports

Bigfork Boys Finish Third at Hamilton Invitational

April 13, 2026

The Bigfork boys' track team had a strong showing at the Hamilton Invitational, placing third with 54 points. The meet was cut short by weather, with only 14 out of the usual 17 events completed. Robert Merchant, Quinn Kerr, and Tayden West dominated the 100 meters, finishing 1-2-3 respectively. Mer

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

entertainment

Celebrities Turning a Year Older on April 10, 2026

April 11, 2026

April 10, 2026 marks another round of birthdays for a mix of well-known faces in music, acting, and sports. Among them is Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds, who turns 68 this year. Known for his smooth tunes and behind-the-scenes production work, he earned a spot on the Hollywood Walk of Fame back in 2013.

entertainment

Cassette tapes are back, but why would anyone choose them over streaming?

April 6, 2026

Back in the '80s and '90s, cassette tapes ruled the music scene. People loved them because they could record songs off the radio, make mixtapes for friends, or carry music anywhere. Fast forward to today, and something unexpected is happening—cassettes are making a surprising comeback. Sales have sk