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west north central region

Faroo Gets $10M Boost and Launches New Asset Vault

July 2, 2026

Pharos Network, a Layer‑1 blockchain focused on real‑world finance and AI, has chosen Faroo as the first project in its new incubator program. The deal brings a $10 million investment and full support, valuing Faroo at that amount. At the same time, Faroo is rolling out a “Hybrid Vault” that lets ho

lifestyle

Local School’s Science Fair Triumph

July 2, 2026

A small town school recently took the spotlight after winning a regional science competition. The team, made up of fifth and sixth graders, presented a project on renewable energy that impressed judges. They used recycled plastic bottles to build a working wind turbine, showing how everyday wa

politics

Democrats Push Back After Republicans Gain Campaign Finance Edge

July 2, 2026

A recent Supreme Court decision has shifted the balance of campaign spending rules, giving Republican party committees a cheaper way to buy TV ads. Democrats now argue that the FCC’s new guidance conflicts with the Communications Act, which guarantees candidates the lowest possible ad rates. Four hi

sports

Rams Revamp: CSU Aims for Power School Status

July 2, 2026

Colorado State’s new athletic chief is shouting loud about a bold shift. He says the university already has the size, talent and reputation of a “power school, ” and now he wants that to show in sports. The message is clear: the Rams are ready for a new era. The change began when John Weber stepped

art

Connecting Boulder’s Art Scenes with a Bus‑Powered Night

July 2, 2026

Boulder is trying to turn its separate First Friday art nights into a single, city‑wide adventure. Instead of walking from one neighborhood to another on foot, organizers are lining up two existing bus lines – the HOP that loops through downtown and University Hill, and the SKIP that runs along Broa

health

A Helping Hand for New Moms and Babies

July 2, 2026

The MercyOne Genesis Foundation has announced a new grant aimed at supporting mothers and their newborns. This funding will help cover medical costs, supplies, and other essential needs for families in the region. The initiative is part of a broader effort to improve health outcomes for childr

weather

Heat, Rain and Fireworks: Lincoln’s Fourth of July Gets a Twist

July 2, 2026

The big summer celebration in Lincoln might not go as planned. A weather forecaster from the National Weather Service says there is a 50‑to‑60 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms on Saturday evening, which could throw a wrench into the holiday. The exact spread and timing of the storms are stil

weather

Summer Heat and Afternoon Storms Expected Over 4th of July

July 2, 2026

The day begins clear, with a quiet sky that soon turns bright. Sunshine lifts temperatures quickly, pushing the mercury into the mid‑90s. The air feels sticky; heat indices climb past 100 degrees, so expect to feel the sweat. Later in the afternoon, rain and thunder may appear. Forecasts suggest

education

Summer Break, War Shadows: Kids in Israel Seek Normalcy

July 2, 2026

In the weeks after a major attack, Israeli families are trying to give their children a sense of routine and calm. Parents in border towns share stories of how the war has kept schools on a roller‑coaster schedule—starting, stopping, and restarting as new threats arise. Some children have mana

crime

Hate‑Crime Charge Over “Good Shot ICE” Poster

July 2, 2026

A 38‑year‑old resident of Libertyville, Illinois, faces a felony hate‑crime charge and a misdemeanor for disorderly conduct after authorities say he posted a sign reading “Good Shot ICE” with a bullseye target. The sign was intended to intimidate the local Latino community, according to State’s Atto