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Medina's Police Unions Secure Pay Raise Deal

December 27, 2025

Medina, Ohio, is making strides in employee compensation. The city's finance committee gave the thumbs up to a tentative deal with patrol and communications officers. This agreement covers a three-year contract, aiming to boost pay for these essential workers. The proposed deal includes a 4% pay hi

celebrities

New Year, New Goals: How Stars Plan to Shine in 2026

December 27, 2025

The new year is here, and everyone is setting goals. Stars are no different. They want to be healthier, spend more time with family, and even help others. Some want to grow in their faith. Others want to try new things, like dancing on TV. It's not just about fame and money. It's about being better

sports

New York's 2025 Sports Year: Triumphs, Turmoil, and What's Next

December 27, 2025

New York's sports scene in 2025 was a rollercoaster. No championships were won, but there were plenty of thrills and spills. The Knicks made a surprising playoff run, but fell short in the end. They fired their coach and revamped their team, hoping for a better shot at the title in 2026. The Yankees

politics

A Comedian's Sharp Prediction: Trump's Name on the Kennedy Center

December 27, 2025

A comedian with a knack for satire and a history of writing for popular TV shows like "South Park" and "Mad TV" made a clever move last August. Toby Morton bought two domain names: "trumpkennedycenter. org" and "trumpkennedycenter. com. " This was before President Donald Trump even hinted at the ide

politics

Musician Pulls Out of Show After Trump's Name Hits the Building

December 27, 2025

A musician made a sudden choice to cancel a Christmas Eve performance at the Kennedy Center. This happened right after the White House said President Donald Trump's name would be added to the venue. The center's president, Richard Grenell, was not happy. He called the musician's move intolerance and

weather

Heavy Snowfall Alert: Colorado Mountains Brace for Winter Storm

December 27, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a warning for a winter storm set to hit Colorado's mountains, with significant snowfall expected. The storm is anticipated to affect areas along the Interstate 70 corridor, making travel challenging. A winter storm warning is in effect from midnight Friday un

sports

Local High School Athletes Shine Bright in Recent Games

December 27, 2025

High school athletes from the Cincinnati area have been making waves in their respective sports. The recent games have seen some impressive performances, with teams and individuals standing out. Basketball teams have been on a roll. St. Xavier's boys basketball team won three games in a row, while

health

Eczema Treatment Trial Hits a Snag

December 26, 2025

Johnson & Johnson made a tough call recently. They stopped a mid-stage trial for a new eczema drug. The drug, JNJ-5939, was supposed to help people with moderate to severe eczema. But it didn't work as well as hoped. The trial showed that the drug was safe to use. People didn't have bad reactions t

entertainment

Uncovering the Hidden Gem of 2000s Crime Dramas on Netflix

December 26, 2025

The Closer, a crime series that aired from 2005 to 2012, is now available on Netflix. It follows Brenda Johnson, played by Kyra Sedgwick, a former Atlanta cop who leads a high-profile homicide division in the LAPD. The show is known for its Emmy-winning performance, gripping cases, and Sedgwick's un

entertainment

Celebrity Milestones: A Look at Notable December 26 Birthdays

December 26, 2025

December 26 is a day filled with notable birthdays from the world of entertainment and beyond. Among the celebrities celebrating another year are Beth Behrs and Eden Sher. But did you know that Lars Ulrich, the drummer for Metallica, is also ringing in his 62nd birthday? His dad was quite the showbi