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Softball Stars Shine as Alabama Sports Writers Pick All‑State Teams

June 12, 2026

The Alabama Sports Writers Association has chosen the top softball players for its 2026 All‑State squads. Each class will receive honors, naming standout athletes as player of the year, hitter of the year, pitcher of the year, and coach of the year. The baseball selections will follow on Saturday

politics

Alaska’s Future: Beyond the Pipeline Dream

June 12, 2026

Alaska has long been told that oil and gas are its lifeblood, but the truth is more complex. The state’s Permanent Fund, which gives residents dividends, comes from a mix of natural resources, not just oil. In fact, federal spending is the biggest employer here, and oil is no longer the dominant job

sports

Why the Knicks' wild Game 4 comeback felt like a once-in-a-lifetime moment

June 12, 2026

The NBA playoffs often produce dramatic moments, but few games stick in the memory like New York’s latest victory. That night at Madison Square Garden was one of those rare occasions where the impossible seemed to happen live. Down by 29 points with a quarter to go, most fans had already packed up.

politics

Who runs Anchorage? The city's leaders don't match its diverse population

June 12, 2026

Anchorage calls itself one of America’s most diverse cities, yet its local government looks nothing like its population. Mountain View, a neighborhood here packed with different cultures, even hosts some of the country’s most varied schools. Anyone walking those school halls would reasonably expect

health

Health alert: Measles case confirmed in Beaufort County

June 12, 2026

Authorities have reported a measles case in Beaufort County. The infected person is an adult whose vaccination status remains unclear, and there’s no evidence they had measles before. The health department is still trying to figure out where they caught it. This isn’t the first measles case in South

health

How Back Pain Changes How People React to Tasty Food

June 12, 2026

When someone has long-term back pain, their daily life changes in ways that aren’t always obvious. One surprising area where changes show up is in the brain’s reaction to food. Researchers compared how people with chronic low-back pain and those without it responded to a sweet, high-calorie drink wh

entertainment

CBS Drops Shows to Make Room for Fresh Faces

June 12, 2026

CBS is shaking up its lineup, sending four shows packing after years on air. The late-night chat king "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" leaves after a decade, while the medical drama "Watson" and comedy "DMV" – both newbies – are cut after just one or two seasons. Even the long-running sitcom "Th

sports

Kids Get Stronger in a “Floor Is Lava” Ninja Gym

June 11, 2026

The new playground in Howell, New Jersey is not just a place to run around; it mixes the thrill of obstacle courses with real skill building. Two former Army men opened USA Ninja Challenge, hoping to give kids a safe way to grow confidence while staying active. The gym is designed for ages four t

lifestyle

Affordable Leggings That Actually Work

June 11, 2026

These leggings cost only ten dollars, and that’s not the main reason they’re popular. The star of a Rhode Island reality show has made them her everyday go‑to because they feel good and last long. She tried many expensive brands, but the cheap ones kept up better during her busy schedule. The

technology

AI's growing pains: Big tech steps up with cash and ideas

June 11, 2026

Tech companies are waking up to a harsh reality: artificial intelligence is changing work faster than anyone predicted. The latest to admit this is Anthropic, which just pledged $200 million to study how AI will shake up jobs and the economy. Their CEO isn't just warning about upheaval—he's pushing