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summer shield

Community Safety Boost: A Joint Effort in Amarillo

July 16, 2026

The city of Amarillo has seen more police officers roaming the streets lately. A new program called Operation Summer Shield brings together local, state and federal teams to keep neighborhoods safer. The plan is built on data that shows where crime tends to happen, so the officers can patrol those s

education

Ocean Adventures: Kids Explore the Sea in Dana Point

July 16, 2026

Summer campers at a harbor institute dive into hands‑on marine learning, turning the coast into an interactive classroom. Instead of textbook lessons, children board research ships, examine tide pools, and meet real sea creatures while staying curious about the ocean. The program is split by age gro

health

Heat Watch: LA County’s New Dashboard Helps Spot Hot‑Day Risks

July 16, 2026

The summer heat is hitting Southern California hard, and Los Angeles County has rolled out a fresh online tool to keep an eye on how the temperature is affecting people. The new dashboard, called the Heat‑Related Illness and Mortality Dashboard, shows up-to-date numbers on how many people are visiti

health

Cyclops Parasite Surge Hits Maryland Hard

July 16, 2026

The state health department reports a sharp rise in infections caused by the cyclops parasite, with cases more than doubling last week. Doctors warn that this bug can trigger severe stomach problems lasting days or even weeks, producing watery diarrhea, bloating, cramps, extreme tiredness and a los

sports

Celebrini’s Rise: From NHL Cover to Playoff Hope

July 14, 2026

Macklin Celebrini, the 20‑year‑old star of the San Jose Sharks, has become a household name in hockey after landing the cover spot on EA Sports’ upcoming NHL 27 game. The honor came after a season where he shattered the Sharks’ single‑season point record with 115 goals and assists, earning a Ted Lin

environment

Blue‑Green Algae Threats at Cape Coral Lake

July 14, 2026

A recent test in a small lake near Kismet Parkway revealed dangerous blue‑green algae, prompting health officials to warn the public. The toxic bloom can harm people, pets and livestock if they touch or drink the water. Even low levels of exposure may cause serious health problems over time, includi

weather

Heatwave Hits the DMV: Expect 100‑Degree Days and Rare Storms

July 14, 2026

The summer sky stays clear on Tuesday, with a gentle southwest wind and mild humidity that feels normal for mid‑July. Temperatures climb to the low and middle 90s before evening, then dip into the upper 70s as night falls. Wednesday brings the highest temperatures of the week. A hot air mass settle

politics

Grooming Gangs and the Politics of Reporting

July 14, 2026

Three brothers from Sheffield—Amar, Kamar and Kamran Ilyas—were handed a total of 40 years behind bars on June 22, 2026. Their crimes spanned from 2004 to 2008 and involved the sexual abuse of five girls, some as young as twelve. One victim was assaulted by all three siblings, and Amar fled to Pakis

environment

Help the Night Glow: Protecting Fireflies

July 14, 2026

Fireflies, those tiny lanterns that light up summer nights, are vanishing faster than ever across America. Experts say the main culprit is losing the places where these insects live and grow. Many of them have only one chance a year to make their glowing display, so when that habitat disappears th

sports

A Fresh Look at Ben Rice: From Massachusetts to the Majors

July 14, 2026

Ben Rice grew up in Cohasset, a town that loves Red Sox games, yet his heart beat for the Yankees. He idolized Derek Jeter as a child and imagined himself in pinstripes long before the Yankees picked him in the 12th round of the 2021 draft. Born on February 22, 1999, he spent his youth playing baseb