The Southern Peaks League recently recognized some outstanding volleyball players from the San Luis Valley. In the Class 2A division, Sanford High School took the spotlight with five athletes making the cut. Bella Peterson and Avery Koenig earned first-team spots, while Claire Crowther and Brinlyn Smith were second-team picks. Rose Schwartz received an honorable ment...
A recent court decision has put a halt to Texas' new congressional map, which was designed by Republicans to strengthen their hold on the House of Representatives. The ruling, made by a panel of federal judges, including Judge Jeffrey Brown, who was appointed by former President Donald Trump, has ordered Texas to use the previous map from 2021 instead. The court foun...
A recent arrest in a decades-old murder case highlights the power of fresh eyes and determination. Janie Perkins, now 63, was taken into custody for the 1991 murder of Cynthia Gonzalez. This case had baffled investigators for 34 years, until a group of criminology students from the University of Texas at Arlington got involved. The students, part of a unique partner...
In the seventh game of the World Series, a tense moment unfolded. The Toronto Blue Jays were leading 3-0 against the Los Angeles Dodgers when a pitch thrown by Justin Wrobleski struck Andres Gimenez, their shortstop. This happened in the fourth inning, with the bases empty. Gimenez had seemingly put his hand out to get hit by the first pitch. Wrobleski responded by ...
Baseball's Game 7 is a unique beast. It's not just another game; it's a high-stakes showdown where anything can happen. The rules stay the same, but the pressure cooker atmosphere turns ordinary moments into legendary ones. This year's World Series features the Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Both teams have had their ups and downs, but now it all com...
Dixon's boys cross country team made a strong start in their quest for a state title. They won the Sterling regional with a solid team effort, scoring 41 points. This put them 20 points ahead of Aurora Central Catholic, who came in second. Sterling, unfortunately, finished eighth with 218 points. Individual performances were impressive for Dixon. Averick Wiseman cam...
Disney Parks were buzzing with star power this fall. Many celebrities enjoyed the magic of Disney, marking special occasions and having a blast. Charli D’Amelio made her way to Disneyland Paris. She experienced the spooky fun of the Disney Halloween Festival. Riding thrilling attractions like The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Avengers Assemble: Flight Force was ...
The World Series is just around the corner, and there are some big questions that need answers. Let's start with the Blue Jays. They have a big decision to make about their star player, Bo Bichette. He has been out since the regular season with an injury, but he says he's ready to go. The team's medical staff will make the final call. If Bichette is cleared to play, ...
In Argentina, the fight for a better life is being led by an unexpected group: retirees. Every Wednesday, they gather in Buenos Aires to protest, demanding change and support. Among them is Olga Beatriz Gonzalez, an 89-year-old who runs a soup kitchen from her home. She and others like her are struggling to make ends meet, with the pension system stretched thin and l...
A serious incident took place near Chicago involving immigration officers and a man who was not documented. The man, Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez, was the focus of a vehicle stop by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. Things took a tragic turn when he tried to escape, leading to a violent confrontation. The man attempted to drive away, hitting and d...