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The wind is picking up over Chicago as weather experts warn of incoming storms starting late Monday. Between 7 and midnight, the skies could open up with heavy rain and lightning that jumps from the ground to the clouds. A few storms may turn more intense earlier in the evening, packing enough punch

Rainy Days Ahead for Greenville as Drought Holds Strong

South Carolina is stuck in a tough spot right now. Even after some rain in early May, every single county is still dealing with drought conditions. The state hasn’t seen rain like this in over a century, with 2002 being the last time things were this dry. The lack of water is hurting farms, lowering

How War Destroys Nature—and Peace Could Help Fix It

Over a year ago, fighters in a long-running conflict put their weapons down in a dramatic gesture. The scene wasn’t newsworthy just because of the symbolic act—it was notable because the fighters were asking a bigger question: What happens to the land and nature after war ends? This isn’t just about

politics

One in a dozen: How San Diego County might pay for bigger services

San Diego County could soon ask its residents to pay a little more at the cash register to fund services that many agree are stretched thin. Volunteers backing a half-cent sales-tax boost just delivered 151, 000 signatures—far more than the 103, 000 needed to land the question on the November ballot

health

New Leader Aims to Bring Affordable Care to Rural Communities

Adam Naumann steps into the role of chief executive at Greater Valley Health Center with a clear mission: to widen access for people who cannot afford insurance. He arrives after nearly twenty years in health‑administration, ready to build on the groundwork laid by former CEO Mary Sterhan. The ce

entertainment

Knoebels Wins Top U. S. Park Spot

The 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards from TripAdvisor just announced the best places to visit worldwide. One surprising winner is an American park that doesn’t charge for entry, making it a great local option. Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, Pennsylvania, topped the list of U. S. amusement parks

sports

Jaylen Clark: From Riverside Courts to NBA Defense

Born on October 13, 2001, in Riverside, California, Jaylen Clark grew up amid the vibrant sports scene of the Inland Empire. His family background is a mix of African American heritage and strong community ties, with parents Cornelius and Denita fostering both athletic ambition and a solid work ethi

opinion

Buffalo fans show the real meaning of cross-border friendship

When hockey fans in Buffalo belted out the Canadian national anthem after a mic cut out during an NHL game, the moment revealed something deeper than just a love of sports. Sure, they knew all the words—but the bigger story is how effortlessly they connected with their neighbors just across the rive

Better ways to predict wild river flows

Scientists know that predicting when rivers will swell dangerously helps towns, farmers and water managers prepare. Yet the usual methods often guess too high or too low because rivers don’t always follow simple rules. One tool, called SWAT, mimics the land and water cycles to estimate how much wate

When Earth Moves: How Swiss Pollution Spots Risk Contaminating Water