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Apr 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

When Music and Health Care Join Forces

A band known for bold performances just teamed up with a major health organization to offer something unexpected at their concerts. Florence + the Machine, famous for their dramatic stage shows, is working with Planned Parenthood to set up booths at some tour stops. These booths won’t sell merch—the

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Apr 09 2026HEALTH

Should kids get their measles shot earlier in Michigan?

Michigan has seen a handful of measles cases pop up recently, with seven in Washtenaw County and one in Monroe County. Health experts are urging parents in seven counties to think about giving their babies a measles vaccine sooner than usual. Normally, kids get their first dose around their first bi

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Apr 09 2026ENVIRONMENT

Why Boulder’s Growth Plan Needs a Reality Check

Boulder’s approach to managing its future has always stood out for balancing growth with environmental limits. But the latest draft of the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan takes a risky turn by loosening the strict rules that kept development in check for decades. One big change? Dropping the old n

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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

Why charging ships to cross the Hormuz Strait could backfire badly

Global trade relies heavily on the Strait of Hormuz—a narrow waterway where about one-fifth of the world’s oil and gas passes through every day. Right now, ships move freely without paying fees. But Iran has floated the idea of imposing tolls on vessels passing through, a move that could shake up ho

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

Michigan’s big business deals: Do they really pay off?

Michigan spent over $1. 8 billion helping big companies with tax breaks and cash awards since 2022. The goal? Bring jobs and investments to the state. So far, only a fraction of those promises have turned into real hiring. In 2025, just 1, 846 jobs were created by companies getting SOAR funds—far be

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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

What happens when a fired official skips a congressional interview?

A former top prosecutor won’t show up for a House committee talk about Jeffrey Epstein files. The Justice Department says she doesn’t have to because she no longer works for the government. The committee wanted her to explain why some records were heavily edited when they were released. They also wa

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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

How Trump's Iran Move Showed His Playbook in Action

Trump’s decision on Iran didn’t come out of nowhere. Experts who studied his patterns saw it coming because his style is consistent—he starts tough, then shifts course when it suits him. Instead of softening demands over time, he begins with extreme threats to grab attention. In Iran’s case, he warn

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Apr 08 2026SPORTS

Kayla Harrison’s tough call on weight cuts and UFC’s next move

Kayla Harrison isn’t just another fighter facing tough choices—she’s one of the best ever, and her body is telling her to stop before it’s too late. For years, she’s pushed her limits to compete in the UFC’s bantamweight division, dropping from her natural fighting weight of 145 or 155 pounds down t

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Apr 08 2026POLITICS

What Even Counts as a Two-Week Deadline These Days?

Has it come to this? A nuclear threat hinges on a Tuesday food tradition. Let’s be real—Taco Tuesday sounds harmless, but in this case, the backronym was anything but: “Trump Always Chickens Out. ” Suddenly, everyone’s favorite food night became a geopolitical punchline. The clock almost ran out. A

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Apr 08 2026SPORTS

Kansas Basketball's Season Ends with a Top 20 Finish

Kansas ended the 2025-26 basketball season with a ranking of 20th in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, moving every week in a way that showed just how unpredictable the season was. The team started out as a preseason top-19 contender but wandered into and out of the rankings, reaching as high as ni

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