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Social Media Scrutiny Hits Texas Senate Candidate

March 7, 2026

A 36‑year‑old state representative has just secured the Democratic nomination for Texas Senate, but his online history is now under fire. The candidate, who has amassed more than two million followers on Instagram and 1. 6 million on TikTok, used his digital presence to win over voters during the

politics

Science and Democracy Rally in Kane County

March 7, 2026

Local groups plan a protest on Saturday to defend science and democratic values. The event will start at 10 a. m. outside the Kane County Circuit Clerk’s Office and run until 11:30 a. m. The organizers include Indivisible Fox Valley Rising, Fox Valley Activists, Batavia Democrats, Geneva Democrats,

sports

Sunday Sports Lineup: From Ice to the Court

March 7, 2026

The day starts with a chill as an AHL hockey game kicks off at 4 p. m. on TV. Soon after, a top‑tier Australian football match begins at 4:05 a. m. , showing teams from Collingwood and St. Kilda battling it out on the field. At 10 a. m. , fans can catch taped NHRA qualifying at Gainesville Rac

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Crypto and AI Money Talks on Election Campaigns

March 7, 2026

In 2024, the crypto world and AI firms poured almost a quarter of a billion dollars into politics to shape future rules. Candidates are now echoing these corporate slogans on their sites and posts. They say “innovation” is key, praise blockchain, and demand clear regulations that favor their a

weather

Storms Spread Across Eastern Michigan This Morning

March 7, 2026

Morning skies over Lower Michigan will gradually turn stormy, with showers and a few thunderstorms moving eastward. By mid‑morning the rain will cover more of the region, especially the eastern half, according to current radar data. The strongest storms are not expected to be as intense as yesterday

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Tornado Near Shopping Plaza Sends Metal Rubbish Flying

March 7, 2026

A sudden storm hit a small town in southwest Michigan, turning a quiet shopping area into a chaotic scene of flying debris. A worker at a local phone store started recording as metal sheets, insulation and other junk were hurled through the air. The tornado ripped roofs off nearby buildings and scat

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Bears Grab Veteran Center to Plug Gaps

March 7, 2026

The Chicago Bears have moved quickly before the new NFL season starts, trading a 2027 fifth‑round pick to New England for center Garrett Bradbury. The deal will go through once the league year opens next Wednesday. Bradbury, who was a first‑round pick in 2019, spent six seasons with the Vikings bef

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Jesse Jackson’s Farewell: A City Comes Together

March 6, 2026

The House of Hope on Chicago’s South Side hosted a heartfelt farewell for Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil‑rights icon who passed away on Feb. 17 at age 84. Former Presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Bill Clinton took the stage, each sharing memories that highlighted Jackson’s lifelong fight for

business

Grand Haven Eatery Shuts Its Doors After a Short Reboot

March 6, 2026

The Paisley Pig, which had been part of Grand Haven’s dining scene for nine years, will close its doors on March 29. The owners, Josh and Katie Sandberg, posted the news on Facebook after a brief attempt to revive the restaurant. They explained that rising wages and food prices have made it im

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Sports Week Preview: Games, Tournaments and More

March 6, 2026

Monday starts with college hoops as several conference finals spill onto the TV screen. The Southern Conference crowns its champion in Asheville, while the Sun Belt title is fought over in Pensacola. Indianapolis hosts Horizon League semifinals and Las Vegas sees West Coast teams battle it out. Wome