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Brackets in Motion: How the 2026 NCAA Picks Are Shifting

March 13, 2026

The path to March Madness is tightening as the last conference tournaments finish. Teams that were once on the bubble are now in the spotlight, and the top seeds may change depending on a few key games. The NCAA uses an advanced system called NET Rankings to decide who gets in and where they sit on

education

Youth Clubs Fight Violence with New Program

March 13, 2026

A group of community clubs in Santa Monica and nearby cities started a new project to curb youth violence. They used money from a state grant that was meant for areas in Los Angeles County where fights and shootings are common. The places chosen also struggle with poverty, low school performance, an

lifestyle

Teru Sushi: A Family‑Run Legacy on Ventura Boulevard

March 13, 2026

Teru Sushi, a favorite spot for both locals and celebrities, has been serving fresh Japanese cuisine in Studio City since 1979. The restaurant’s owner, Mike Sadighi, began his journey as a parking attendant before becoming the proud proprietor of this long‑standing eatery. The menu is built aroun

entertainment

Portland’s Big‑Name Chef Parties

March 11, 2026

A few weeks ago, a chef from New York’s top restaurant Atomix announced a joint dinner in Portland. The buzz around that event is huge, but it’s just one of many star‑chef gatherings in the city. One of the local spots that keeps the culinary crowd excited is Cafe Rowan on 4437 S. E. Cesar E. Ch

business

New Investment Boosts OVO’s Global Reach

March 2, 2026

Applied Real Intelligence, a firm based in Santa Monica, has decided to give financial support to Toronto‑based brand October’s Very Own (OVO). The exact amount was not shared, but the move signals confidence in OVO’s growing popularity. OVO started as a music group in 2008, founded by Drake, Ol

crime

Detectives Trim Search, Hope for Nancy Guthrie Persists

February 28, 2026

The hunt for Nancy Guthrie has shifted from a massive sweep to a focused effort. After almost four weeks, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department has pulled many extra officers back to their usual duties. Now only detectives tied directly to the case will stay on it, unless a big clue appears that requ

health

A Measles Alert in San Mateo County

February 28, 2026

San Mateo County Health has teamed up with Santa Clara County Public Health to warn people about a new measles case. The infected person is an adult who traveled abroad and lives in Santa Clara County. He has received the MMR vaccine but is now staying at home to prevent spread. The patient ate at

environment

Whales vs Krill: New Data Aims to Protect Antarctic Giants

February 26, 2026

Scientists and activists have teamed up on a research voyage near the South Orkney Islands to study how huge krill fishing fleets affect feeding whales. The journey follows shocking footage from an Antarctic cruise that showed thousands of fin whales spouting while four massive trawlers dragged nets

religion

The World in Ashes: A Call for Reflection

February 18, 2026

In Rome, a solemn Mass began the Lenten season with ashes that symbolised more than mortality. The leader of the Catholic Church spoke about a planet “on fire” from war and environmental loss. He described the ash as a reminder of cities destroyed, broken law, and ruined ecosystems. The message w

weather

Snow Surprise on Sugarloaf Ridge Trail

February 18, 2026

The first flakes of the season fell on the top 100 feet of Bald Mountain, the highest point in Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, on Tuesday morning. Visitors who had set out for a typical hike were caught off guard by the light cover of snow, giving them an unexpected winter feel in early February. Bal