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Kansas Wins Top High‑School Star

April 29, 2026

The 2026 class’s leading recruit, Tyran Stokes, has chosen the University of Kansas. Standing 6‑foot‑7 and a five‑star forward from Rainier Beach in Washington, Stokes turned down offers from Kentucky, Oregon and several other schools before signing with Coach Bill Self. Kansas now has five to

politics

Judge Rejects Trump Admin’s Voter Data Request in Arizona

April 29, 2026

A federal judge has ruled against the Justice Department’s attempt to obtain Arizona’s voter registration list. The decision, made by U. S. District Judge Susan Brnovich, sided with the state’s Secretary of State, Adrian Fontes, saying that Title III of the Civil Rights Act does not give the Attorne

sports

Future NFL Stars: A Fresh Look at the 2027 Draft Class

April 29, 2026

The 2027 draft may seem far away, but the talent pool is already shaping up to be one of the richest in recent memory. A standout quarterback from Texas shows a blend of size, agility, and creativity that could make him the top pick. His ability to stay calm in pressure situations and deliver und

politics

Governor Debate Sparks Fire‑Like Rifts Over Gas, Homes and Climate

April 29, 2026

The debate that took place on Tuesday night in Pomona College’s historic auditorium turned into a heated showdown over California’s biggest pain points. Candidates took turns attacking each other while promising quick fixes for gas prices, housing shortages and climate‑related disasters. The Republ

technology

Apple’s App Store Battle Continues: Court Lets Epic Move Forward

April 29, 2026

Epic Games won a new court battle that keeps the fight over Apple’s App Store rules alive. A U. S. appeals court in California said it would not pause a decision that forces Apple to loosen restrictions on how developers can accept payments outside the App Store. The move means Epic can keep pushing

politics

California Governor Debate: A Fresh Look at the Candidates

April 29, 2026

A debate held at Pomona College drew eight hopefuls for California’s governor seat. The event was watched by students just before the state begins mailing ballots for its June primary. The race is tight, with five contenders hovering near each other in the polls. A televised showdown was seen as a c

business

Quixote Shuts Down Big LA Soundstages Amid Hollywood Slowdown

April 29, 2026

A big Hollywood property firm is pulling back sharply from its Los Angeles studio business, cutting jobs and closing key soundstage sites. The decision comes after a period of rapid expansion during the streaming boom, when demand for production space was at an all‑time high. Now that studios and st

technology

The Secret Science Behind a Perfect Cup of Coffee

April 29, 2026

Coffee is more than just a morning drink—it’s a complex mix of over a thousand flavor molecules shaped by the beans, roasting, grinding, and brewing. Yet, even with careful preparation, the taste can vary wildly. One cup might taste too sour, another too bitter, and another just right. Scientists ha

politics

Trump’s Targeting and the Heated Words That Come Before It

April 29, 2026

The shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner isn’t the first time Donald Trump faced direct danger. Over the past two years, he’s been the target of three separate attacks, raising questions about how language in politics shapes real-world violence. A recent survey found something unsettl

politics

Fixing Michigan’s old dams: Why a billion-dollar plan matters

April 29, 2026

Michigan has over 2, 500 dams, most built more than a century ago to power mills or control water. Many now leak, crack, or no longer serve their original purpose. Between 2021 and today, the state spent $44. 5 million trying to fix the worst ones. Experts say that’s not nearly enough. A new report