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Apr 26 2026HEALTH

Uncommon gene glitch linked to strokes in young adults

A rare genetic flaw might be behind sudden neck artery spasms that can trigger strokes in younger people. These spasms, called cervical internal carotid artery vasospasms, cut off blood flow to the brain without warning. Doctors see this mostly in patients under 50, where one moment they’re fine, th

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Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Why Alaska's Pension Plan Rewrite Gets Controversial Fast

Alaska’s government is updating how thousands of public workers save for retirement—but not everyone likes the changes. A new bill pushes the state to bring back guaranteed pensions after an old system collapsed in 2006. That earlier plan failed because lawmakers didn’t pay enough into it, leaving w

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Apr 26 2026FINANCE

Yorkville’s budget plan for 2027: What’s inside and why it matters

Yorkville is getting ready for its financial future with a 2027 budget that promises a steady five-year outlook. The city has set aside $27. 9 million for its general fund, enough to cover its yearly expenses without running short. This budget passed smoothly during an April meeting, kicking off a n

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Apr 26 2026CRIME

Fire hydrant thefts in Detroit hit a dangerous new high

Last weekend, thieves in Detroit managed to ruin 75 fire hydrants in just two days by taking the metal parts that connect hoses to the water system. Each stolen piece is worth about $600 when sold as scrap metal, meaning these criminals made thousands fast while leaving the city’s firefighters in a

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Apr 25 2026CRIME

Teacher Arrested for Creating AI Child Abuse Images

A 47‑year‑old science teacher from Omaha, named Matthew Lund, was taken into custody after police found 423 AI‑made pictures of children in sexual abuse scenes on his school computer. The images show kids from babies to about 12 years old, according to prosecutors. Lund admitted he made the pi

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Apr 25 2026SPORTS

Georgetown High’s Future Stars Head to College Sports

The Bulldogs’ senior class, led by coach Jordan Portee, had a standout year even though they fell short of the state title. They reached a peak ranking of fifth in the Class 3A poll, showing strong performance on the court. What truly set this group apart was that every starting player is moving on

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Apr 25 2026SPORTS

Shohei Ohtani: The Debate Over a Two‑Way Wonder

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a rare talent in Shohei Ohtani. He can both pitch and hit, which is uncommon in Major League Baseball. Because of this, the league made rules that let him stay on the field as a hitter after he finishes pitching. Only one roster spot is used for both roles. This season,

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Apr 25 2026SPORTS

Los Angeles 2028: Tech‑Powered Games for Fans Everywhere

The 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympics are coming up in Los Angeles, and the focus is on how technology can bring the event to viewers worldwide. The chief marketing officer for LA28 explained that his past work with customer journeys and fan engagement—both in the real world and online—has equ

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Apr 25 2026BUSINESS

Immersive Tech Joins a Brand‑Building Agency

The Many, an agency that helps companies invite people into their ideas, has taken a big step by buying most of CatalystXR, an Australian studio that makes VR, AR and large‑scale interactive experiences. Jamie Gilroy, the founder of CatalystXR, will now lead the new partnership as a partner who focu

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

Trump Hits Chinese Refinery Over Iranian Oil Ahead of China Visit

President Trump’s latest move hits a major Chinese oil plant, the Hengli Petrochemical refinery in Dalian, for dealing with Iranian crude. The decision follows his earlier warning that he would add secondary sanctions to companies and nations trading with Iran, aiming to weaken the Iranian economy.

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