IRENE WOODWARD

Nov 07 2025BUSINESS

Rochester Takes a Big Step to Boost Local Businesses

Rochester is now part of a nationwide project to make it easier for small businesses to succeed. The city was picked to join the Regulatory Justice Initiative, which aims to remove unnecessary rules that slow down entrepreneurs. This project is led by the Mayors Innovation Project and Cities Work at the Institute for Justice. Mayor Kim Norton is excited about this o...

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Power Plays: How Louisiana's Governor Shakes Up LSU Sports

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has made a bold move by firing LSU athletic director Scott Woodward. This decision came just a day after Landry publicly declared he would not support Woodward's choice for the next football coach. Landry's strong words, including a dramatic comparison to Donald Trump, have left many in the college sports world stunned. Woodward's dism...

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Oct 31 2025SPORTS

LSU's Athletic Director Scott Woodward Steps Down Amid Controversy

Scott Woodward, the athletic director at LSU, is no longer in his position. This decision came after Louisiana's governor made it clear that Woodward wouldn't be involved in hiring the next football coach. The interim athletic director is now Verge Ausberry, who was previously the executive deputy AD. The school's board chair, Scott Ballard, thanked Woodward for his...

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Oct 27 2025SPORTS

Big Changes at LSU: A Costly Coach Exit

LSU has made a big move by letting go of its football coach, Brian Kelly. This decision comes with a hefty price tag, potentially around $54 million. It's not just LSU making such a bold move. Penn State recently did the same with its coach, James Franklin, despite a huge buyout. These big spendings show a trend where schools are willing to pay a lot to make a change...

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Jul 05 2025ENVIRONMENT

Paris's Seine River Opens for a Swim After a Century of Waiting

For the first time in over a century, Parisians are diving into the Seine River. This historic moment comes after a massive cleanup effort that cost over 1. 4 billion euros. The river now meets European water quality standards, making it safe for swimmers. On a recent Saturday morning, dozens of people took the plunge. They wore bright yellow life vests for safety. ...

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Jun 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Surprising Serenade: Rachel Zegler's Free Performance in London

Rachel Zegler, the star of "Snow White, " is making waves in London with her role as Eva Perón in a new production of "Evita. " The most talked-about moment of the show happens offstage. Halfway through the performance, Zegler steps onto a balcony outside the London Palladium and sings "Don't Cry for Me, Argentina" to the crowd below. This unexpected serenade is b...

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Mar 03 2025SPORTS

Charley Hull's Caddie: The Unsung Hero Behind the Golfer

Charley Hull's caddie, Adam Woodward, made headlines in 2024 when he had an unexpected encounter with camels during a trophy celebration in Riyadh. The moment was captured on camera, showing Hull's composure and Woodward's quick reaction to the unusual situation. This incident highlighted the unique bond between the golfer and her caddie, who has been by her side si...

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Jan 16 2025CRIME

Three Men Arrested for Marijuana Business Murder in Pontiac

In a shocking twist, three men have been taken into custody following the murder and robbery of a 66-year-old man at his marijuana business in Pontiac. The victim, Sam Simko from Commerce Township, was found deceased at his business on University Drive on Monday, January 13, at around 8:17 p. m. The incident was discovered by a business partner who called 911. Oaklan...

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Dec 15 2024POLITICS

ABC News Pays Up: Trump Wins Big in Defamation Case

Recently, ABC News agreed to pay a whopping $15 million to Donald Trump's future presidential foundation and museum. This is part of a settlement for a defamation lawsuit that Trump filed against the network. The lawsuit stemmed from comments made by their star anchor, George Stephanopoulos, during an interview with Nancy Mace, a U. S. House representative from South...

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Dec 04 2024POLITICS

Spain's Sports Ban for Trans Women Sparks Debate

Spain’s governing party is considering a new policy that would restrict transgender women from competing in female sports. This proposal was detailed over the weekend at the party’s congress. They want to limit participation to those with a “female biological sex. ” The same document also suggests removing the “Q+” from the term LGBTQ+. This proposal has sparked str...

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