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May 31 2026LIFESTYLE

From Prison to Pastries: A Second Chance Story

Casey Vanderhoef spent nearly two decades in restaurants before prison changed his path. While behind bars, he turned to cooking classes and business training, dreaming up a doughnut shop. But moving to a halfway house in Ogden came with a catch—no deep fryers meant no doughnuts. So he switched gear

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May 30 2026OPINION

Bus Rides Save You Ten Thousand Dollars

Cars cost more than you think. Gas is high, parking in the city is expensive, and traffic makes every trip stressful. In Portland, a new car can cost over $11, 500 a year. Parking downtown can reach $200 per month. Road salt and winter damage add to maintenance, and insurance is high. Pub

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May 30 2026SPORTS

Caitlin Clark’s Courtfire: Fans, Ref Calls and a Call for Calm

Caitlin Clark has long been known as a fierce competitor, but her energy can sometimes spark controversy on the court. In recent games against the Valkyries, she repeatedly voiced frustration with officiating, raising questions about how players manage pressure. During a tight matchup, Clark was

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May 30 2026BUSINESS

Small fixes, big headaches: How California's ADA rules hurt small businesses

California's reputation for strict accessibility laws actually creates a messy situation for small businesses. While the state leads the nation in ADA-related lawsuits, most violations are minor—like a slightly off-center handicap parking sign or a bathroom mirror positioned an inch too high. These

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May 28 2026POLITICS

Beard Battle: California’s Governor Race Gets Facial‑Haired

California voters are seeing a new twist in their upcoming governor race—an unexpected showdown over facial hair. Two Republican contenders, Sheriff Chad Bianco and former commentator Steve Hilton, are not only debating policy but also competing for the most impressive mustache or beard. Bianco,

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May 28 2026EDUCATION

High‑School Coders Show Off Their Own Games

Canyon High’s computer science class held its yearly Demo Day during lunch, letting visitors see apps and games the students built all semester. Students flocked to Josh Underwood’s classroom to watch projects that came from a capstone program where learners tackle real‑world deadlines. Underw

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May 27 2026POLITICS

Canada Cuts Travel from Ebola‑Hot Countries, Bahamas Follows Suit

Canada has decided to stop letting people from three African nations— the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan—enter its borders for 90 days. The move is meant to lower the chance that Ebola could spread into Canada, after the World Health Organization declared a “very high” risk

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May 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Bold Films Shine at Cannes 2026

Cannes 2026 turned away from mainstream hits and spotlighted movies that push limits and spark discussion. A Romanian‑Norwegian story follows a family relocating to Norway, where parents face intense judgment about their kids. The lead, known for heroic roles, portrays a strict evangelical father

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May 27 2026POLITICS

Money, power, and California’s governor race

California’s race for governor just got stranger as a billionaire spends millions trying to win. Tom Steyer has poured $200 million of his own money into the campaign, mostly on ads and paying influencers across California. Even his own supporters call it “disgusting, ” but they hope all this spendi

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May 25 2026SPORTS

A Tennis Star Born Across Continents

Cameron Norrie stands out in tennis not just for his skill but for the unusual path that shaped his life. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 1995 to British parents working there, his early years were marked by change. A burglary at his family’s home when he was three forced them to move to Auck

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