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A Chilly Challenge: How the US Braces for a Major Winter Storm

January 25, 2026

A powerful winter storm is sweeping across the United States, causing widespread disruptions and dangerous conditions. The storm, which started in Texas and Oklahoma, has brought heavy snow, ice, and freezing temperatures to many states. More than 130, 000 people have lost power, and thousands of fl

sports

Louisiana's Gambling Boom and Point Shaving Scandal

January 25, 2026

Louisiana has seen a huge rise in sports betting, with over $440 million in wagers in 2025. But this growth has come with a dark side: a point-shaving scandal involving college basketball players. Players from Tulane University, Nicholls State, and the University of New Orleans were indicted for try

weather

A Chilly Grip: A Nationwide Winter Storm's Impact

January 25, 2026

A vast winter storm swept across the United States, leaving a trail of icy conditions and power outages. This storm was no ordinary weather event; it stretched across an impressive 2, 000 miles, from New Mexico to New England. By Sunday morning, a staggering 213 million people were under some form o

weather

Winter Storm Chaos: Airports Across the U. S. Face Major Disruptions

January 24, 2026

A powerful winter storm is wreaking havoc across the United States, causing significant disruptions at airports nationwide, including those in Southern California. The storm has led to a cascade of flight delays and cancellations, affecting travelers and their plans. On Saturday, the impact was fel

lifestyle

A Baton Rouge Gem: Where Locals and Visitors Feast

January 21, 2026

Down by the Mississippi River, there's a spot that's been serving up Louisiana flavors since 1967. Poor Boy Lloyd's, nestled at 201 Florida St. , is a beloved eatery that's been drawing in crowds for decades. The Taylors, who took over the restaurant in 1985, have been keeping the tradition alive w

crime

Brighton CEO Faces Health Care Fraud Charges

January 21, 2026

A CEO in Michigan is in hot water. Tamela Peterson, who ran centers for addiction and mental health treatment, is now facing health care fraud charges. This is on top of the second-degree murder charge she's already dealing with. Back in January 2026, she was arraigned on nine counts of health care

opinion

Local News in Crisis: How Nonprofits Are Stepping Up

January 19, 2026

Local newspapers are shutting down at an alarming rate. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, a well-known newspaper, recently stopped printing due to a legal battle with its employees. This is not an isolated incident. Over the past two decades, thousands of newspapers have closed, leaving many communities

education

California's Education System: Spending More, Gaining Less

January 17, 2026

California's education system is spending a lot of money, but the results are not impressive. Governor Gavin Newsom recently talked about the state's education achievements. He mentioned that California spends $27, 418 per student, which includes federal funds. He also highlighted expansions in pre-

technology

AI's Dark Side: New Dangers for Kids and How to Fight Back

January 14, 2026

AI is not all fun and games. It can be a tool for harm, especially when it comes to kids. In Corinth, Mississippi, a teacher allegedly used AI to create fake explicit videos of teenage girls. These deepfakes are a new kind of crime, and parents, lawmakers, and law enforcement are all trying to figur

crime

A Fire Strikes Mississippi's Historic Synagogue

January 12, 2026

A suspect is now in custody after a fire tore through the Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, early Saturday morning. The fire caused significant damage to the synagogue, including its administrative office and library, where several Torahs were either destroyed or damaged. Fortunately