The word “woke” is often tossed around by people who want to criticize others. A recent election saw a candidate try to label his opponent with that term, hoping voters would reject him. The move backfired and showed how fragile political slogans can be. The candidate in question, Thomas Massie, us
Weight bias is a hidden force on campus. Students who expect to be judged for their size often change how they study. They may avoid classes where they feel exposed or skip group projects because of fear. The pressure is real. When classmates or teachers actually treat them poorly, the imp
The DC Defenders aim to keep their crown when they head to Audi Field for the United Bowl, facing the Louisville Kings. The matchup will be shown on ABC7 and is set for Saturday night. During a 7News interview, Lois Cook, the United Bowl host and Audi Field’s in‑game official, teased fans abou
A man who once helped run Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette’s bid for governor was taken into custody after a heated clash at a rally in Greer. The incident happened on June 8, the day before South Carolina’s primary election. While supporters gathered to wrap up Evette’s campaign, a volunteer named
Tennessee spring sports fans might see different tournament setups in a few years. The state’s sports governing body is reviewing changes after heavy rains messed up many games in 2026. While nothing will happen right away, discussions could lead to adjustments by 2028. The biggest issue was games g
Four years ago, three freshmen named Lexie Buis, Camryn Stecken, and Tessa Krull stepped onto the softball field for Seneca High School. By this spring, they weren’t just teammates—they were the heart of the team. Their journey ended last weekend in the state championship with a tough 3-1 loss to Ca
Chicago’s mayor has a rule: no campaign money from companies that do city work. But over the years, money still slips through. This time, an IT firm called EKI-Digital—already under fire for possible overbilling—sent a $250 donation to the mayor’s campaign. The timing is awkward. Just last year, the
A steampunk shooter with time-bending tricks is on the way, but it won’t be on PlayStation. The game, called Clockwork Revolution, is locked to Xbox consoles and PC when it launches in 2027. That makes it the second big Xbox-only reveal at the 2026 showcase, right after another well-known franchise.
Aurora is about to make a big decision on how money flows into local politics. Next week, city leaders will vote on a set of rules meant to limit donations from people and businesses that work with the city. The idea is simple: if a company has a contract with Aurora, its owners shouldn’t be able to
California voters often open their mailboxes to find colorful voter guides that look official but aren’t always honest about who’s behind them. These “slate mailers” pretend to be from respected groups like cops, firefighters, or teachers—organizations that voters trust. In reality, candidates pay t
