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CDC Leadership Search Shows Hope Amid Health Department Turmoil

March 20, 2026

The hunt for a new CDC director is sparking cautious optimism, even as the agency grapples with years of shakeups and policy disputes. Recent candidates for the top role suggest better days ahead, but the CDC’s past struggles under political pressure raise questions about stability. The agency has s

business

Fertitta Eyes Caesars Deal, A Big Gamble on the Gaming Table

March 15, 2026

A Houston‑based company led by billionaire Tilman Fertitta is in the middle of negotiations to acquire Caesars Entertainment for a hefty $6. 5 billion, according to reports from CNBC. The deal would value Caesars at about $31. 5 billion when its heavy debt load is factored in, which gives Fertitta’s

politics

Campaign Funds Flow to Celebrity Beauty Services

March 14, 2026

Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez’s campaign reported spending over two thousand dollars on professional makeup and hair services during the fall election cycle. The payments were made to “The Only Agency, ” a boutique firm that works with high‑profile clients such as Bad Bunny and Bella Hadid. The Federal

health

Vaccines, Misinformation, and a County’s Measles Fight

March 14, 2026

The county that once celebrated its low crime rate now faces a silent threat. Measles, a disease thought gone from the U. S. , has returned with nearly a thousand confirmed cases. The cause is clear: fewer children are receiving vaccines, and the protective shield around schools has weakened. ...

sports

Rockies Gear Up: Roster Uncertainty and New Beginnings

March 11, 2026

The Rockies are busy shaping a 26‑man squad for the season opener on March 27 in Miami. Decision makers like DePodesta, Byrnes and Schaeffer juggle stats, experience, minor‑league options and gut feelings. Who will be the fifth starter? Options include Chase Dollander, Ryan Feltner or a retooled

weather

Storm Alert Hits Des Moines: Stay Safe and Know the Risks

March 7, 2026

A warning from the National Weather Service went out at 7:23 p. m. Friday, March 6, telling residents in Boone, Dallas and Polk counties that a severe thunderstorm was on the move. The storm could bring winds up to 50 mph and hail as big as a half‑inch. The alert is set to expire at 8:15 p. m. , but

health

President Trump’s Neck Rash Explained by His Doctor

March 3, 2026

Dr. Sean Barbabella told CNN that the red mark on President Trump’s neck is a side effect of a common cream he is using as a preventative skin treatment. The doctor said the president has been applying the cream for one week, and the redness may linger for several weeks. He did not explain why the t

health

Vaccine Hero’s Warning: Why We Must Keep the Shield Up

March 3, 2026

The story begins in 1957, when a young doctor named Stanley Plotkin was on his first night as a pediatric intern. A frantic father brought in a 3‑year‑old who could barely breathe, and before the doctor could even look at him, the boy died. The culprit was Haemophilus influenzae type b, a bacteria t

sports

High‑School Sports Stars Shine in February

February 28, 2026

In late February, fans voted on the standout athletes from high‑school games that wrapped up by the end of the month. Winners receive certificates and can print them from a shared Dropbox folder starting the following Monday. Teams are encouraged to send pictures of their athletes holding these awar

politics

Property Tax Seizures vs Homeowners: A Supreme Court Dilemma

February 26, 2026

The Supreme Court sat on a case that asks whether a county can force a homeowner to sell their house at a low auction price instead of letting them find a buyer on the open market. The core question is whether the government must give the homeowner the full value of their property or only enough