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Life on Hold: A Reality Show’s Production Pause Amid Personal Drama

March 18, 2026

The newest season of a popular reality series about Utah moms has been put on hold while the star, Taylor Frankie Paul, faces a police investigation involving her former partner. The show, which first aired in 2024, has followed the lives of Mormon mothers who became famous on TikTok’s “MomTok” tren

opinion

Crime Numbers Drop, but the Sound of Guns Remains

March 18, 2026

Across many U. S. cities, serious crime rates are falling faster than they have in years. Homicides and other violent offenses have slipped, thanks to joint efforts by police, community groups, and new technology. Data from federal crime reports show a nearly 10‑percent decline in violence between l

politics

Alaska’s New Home: How Ukrainian Families Are Shaping the State

March 18, 2026

The first wave of Ukrainian refugees arrived in Alaska almost four years ago, fleeing a war that had left millions homeless. From the start, the state acted quickly to open its doors and welcome these newcomers. Volunteers from churches, businesses, nonprofits, and local governments came together to

crime

Baltimore County’s Crime Numbers Drop to a Five‑Year Low

March 18, 2026

Baltimore County police say that violent crime has fallen to its lowest point in five years. The 2025 report shows fewer homicides and non‑fatal shootings than ever before, while the department’s case‑solving rates hit record highs. In 2025, only 28 people were killed in the county—down from 55 i

politics

Truth About a Farm Worker Hero

March 18, 2026

A respected civil‑rights activist, who helped start the United Farm Workers union and worked closely with a famous labor organizer for many years, has said that he sexually assaulted her in the 1960s. She chose to speak out now because a long‑running investigation by a major newspaper revealed simil

technology

Cryptocurrency Ads and the Fear of Losing Control

March 18, 2026

Coinbase’s latest commercial suggests that many people feel stuck in a system that no longer moves them forward. The ad uses the idea of an “NPC” – a character in video games that follows preset rules – to show how some feel like they are simply going through the motions. The message is that i

sports

Fun Outdoors: Louisiana’s Big Sporting Event

March 18, 2026

The Louisiana Sportsman Show is set to light up LaPlace from March 20th through 22nd, drawing hunters, anglers and adventure lovers to a big gathering. The venue, the St. John the Baptist Parish Community Center, has wide spaces for booths, craft displays and a food court that serves local dishes. P

politics

Senator Warns Intelligence Agencies About Election Threats

March 18, 2026

The Senate hearing began with a sharp rebuke from Senator Mark Warner, who pointed out that key intelligence bodies had not shared crucial information about foreign risks to the next U. S. congressional elections. Warner, who serves as vice chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, argued that

environment

Emergency Ready: How to Pack Your Go‑Bag for a Hot, Stormy World

March 18, 2026

Planning ahead for extreme weather isn’t just smart—it can save lives. Recent climate research shows that the chance of hitting a disaster has doubled since 1960, and U. S. disasters already cost more than \$100 billion in the first half of 2025. As heat waves, floods and wildfires grow more common,

sports

A Rising Star: The Journey of LSU’s MiLaysia Fulwiley

March 18, 2026

MiLaysia Fulwiley is a name that has become synonymous with talent and determination on the basketball court. Born in South Carolina, she grew up in Columbia where early challenges shaped her path toward success. Her story is not just about points and rebounds; it’s also about resilience, faith, and