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A robot tractor startup’s high-tech dream crashes in California’s wine country

June 28, 2026

Two years ago, a Silicon Valley-backed company promised to transform grape farming with $100, 000 robot tractors that could drive themselves, collect data, and slash labor costs. The startup, Monarch Tractor, even landed on Time magazine’s best inventions list in 2023 and was valued at half a billio

business

Celebrating 250 Years of American Storytelling

June 26, 2026

The new edition marks a quarter‑century of the United States, and it begins by naming the country’s most iconic companies. A nationwide poll led by a research partner helped rank firms like Ford, Apple, and Disney not just for profits but for how they shape culture. TIME is counted among those that

politics

Trump’s G7 Visit Sparks Weight Debate

June 17, 2026

The 80‑year‑old former president flew to France for the G7 summit just a day after his birthday. French leader Macron hosted him in Évian‑les‑Bains, where a brief meeting was recorded for the world. In the clip, Trump sits awkwardly, using both hands to steady himself and adjusting his jacket over a

weather

Storm alert: Windy skies ahead in the Lowcountry

June 15, 2026

A fast-moving storm system is rolling through South Carolina this afternoon, packing wind gusts that could reach 60 miles per hour. The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning covering much of the Lowcountry, including Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester, Beaufort, and Colleto

sports

A Star‑Studded Conversation: Michael J. Fox and Caleb Williams

June 11, 2026

Michael J. Fox, known worldwide for his roles in film and his work with Parkinson’s research, recently shared a surprising encounter with the Chicago Bears’ rookie quarterback. During a podcast episode hosted by Chris Simms, Fox explained that just before the NFC Championship game he ran into the ac

entertainment

How a New Crime Comedy Keeps the Fun Without Losing the Edge

June 8, 2026

A show that mixes crime with comedy isn’t easy to pull off. Breaking Bad managed it by balancing tension with humor, especially through Jesse Pinkman’s sharp one-liners and Walt’s awkward attempts at suburban normalcy. Weeds took a different path, starting as a dark satire of suburban life before sh

health

Trump’s Health Check: A Closer Look

May 30, 2026

President Donald Trump recently visited Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for his third in‑person medical exam in a little over a year. The White House physician, Dr. Sean Barbabella, released a memo stating that the former president is “in excellent health” and fully capable of performin

sports

High School Stars: The Athletes Who Stood Out Last Week

May 30, 2026

Each week, high school sports in Cincinnati and nearby areas get a spotlight thanks to a community vote. Last week’s top performers came from baseball, softball, lacrosse, tennis, and track teams, showing off skills that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The winners weren’t just celebrated for o

politics

Health Checks, Media Gaps: A Closer Look

May 28, 2026

President Donald Trump recently finished a routine physical at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He shared the good news on social media, thanking doctors and staff for a perfect result. The visit was his third in just over a year, part of the White House’s stated routine dental and medi

politics

White House’s Social Media Skirmish Turns Into Public Humiliation

May 27, 2026

The White House tried to attack reporters for covering President Trump’s frequent naps, but the move backfired. The administration’s quick‑response account posted a dozen messages on X, calling journalists “sleeping” and sharing blurry photos of them blinking. The goal was to shut down coverage that