EVENTS

Jan 05 2026EDUCATION

Local Heroes and Bright Minds: Celebrating Community Achievements

Purdue University Northwest is honoring the legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with events on both the Hammond and Westville campuses. These celebrations are free and open to the public, offering a chance to reflect on King's impact. The Hammond campus will host its event on January 15th, featuri

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Jan 04 2026CRIME

Justice in the Spotlight: The Aftermath of the Crans-Montana Tragedy

In the wake of the devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Swiss authorities are taking serious steps. They have launched a criminal probe against the two people in charge of the bar. The fire, which broke out on New Year's Day, claimed at least 40 lives and left over 100 people h

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Jan 04 2026WEATHER

Michigan's Upper Peninsula: A Year of Extreme Weather

The year 2025 was quite a ride for Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The weather was all over the place, from heavy snow to flash floods and even some unusually warm days. The National Weather Service in Marquette took a look back at the year's wild weather. They noted that the Negaunee Township office s

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Jan 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Arkansas Art Scene: What's Happening This Season

Arkansas is buzzing with art this season. First up, the Arkansas Arts Council's "Small Works on Paper" exhibit is making its rounds. This year marks the 39th edition, featuring tiny artworks by 40 Arkansas artists. The show kicked off in Pine Bluff and will travel to eight other cities. The pieces a

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Jan 04 2026BUSINESS

Fresh Churros Hit Genesee County

A new business is making waves in Genesee County with a fresh take on a classic treat. Chica Churros is serving up warm, made-to-order churros at various events and pop-ups. This is a first for the area, and the response has been overwhelmingly positive. The idea came from Cristina Gutierrez, who h

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Jan 03 2026LIFESTYLE

Morning Raves: A New Way to Party Without the Booze

In Seoul, a new trend is taking over the party scene. Instead of late-night clubbing, people are gathering early in the morning to dance and have fun without alcohol. This might sound strange, but it's becoming a hit. One person, Park Jihyun, even ran to the party in her running clothes and shoes. S

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Jan 03 2026WEATHER

Petaluma River Faces Water Surge During Extraordinary Tides

In a recent event, the Petaluma River experienced a significant water surge due to exceptionally high tides, known as king tides. These tides, which occur when the sun, moon, and Earth align in a specific way, caused water levels to rise dramatically. On Friday, the water level at the Turning Basin

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Jan 03 2026LIFESTYLE

Hidden Help: Finding Food When Money Runs Out

Many people struggle to make ends meet, especially those relying on fixed incomes like Social Security. For some, the monthly check disappears quickly, leaving little for essentials like food. This is a reality for many older adults and low-wage workers who find themselves in a tough spot. They earn

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Jan 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Disneyland's 70th Birthday Bash: What's Back and What's Gone

Disneyland's big 70th birthday party is making a comeback in 2026. After taking a break for Halloween and Christmas, the fun will start up again on January 8th. But not everything is coming back. Some shows and parades will be missing. The party started last May and will wrap up on August 9th, 2026

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Jan 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix and AMC Team Up for Big Screen Fun

AMC Theatres and Netflix have been working together to bring popular shows to the big screen. This started with a successful Halloween event featuring "KPop Demon Hunters, " which drew a lot of people to AMC theaters. The collaboration continued with the series finale of "Stranger Things" shown in 2

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