A billboard along Highway 101 keeps reminding drivers about Todd Lands, one of three candidates running to fill an open seat on Sonoma County’s Board of Supervisors. The ad pushes his slogan "Less Talk. More Action, " but the real story behind Lands might be who’s paying for it. Campaign records sho
Bloomfield voters have a quick decision to make this May. On the 19th, they’ll pick one new person for the school board to fill a five-year spot that pays nothing. One name appears on the ballot—Steele—but that doesn’t mean the vote is pointless. The polling place, a large classroom at the middle-h
Massachusetts looks set for a weather flip after a calm weekend. The state enjoyed two sunny days with light winds and temperatures in the 70s and low 80s. Boston reached 78 on Saturday, while cities like Worcester and Springfield stayed slightly warmer. The Berkshires and Cape Cod stayed cooler bec
On May 16, high schools across Section III played hard in multiple sports. The boys tennis teams clashed in crossover matches, with Christian Brothers Academy crushing Whitesboro 5-0 and Jamesville-DeWitt dominating Manlius Pebble Hill 5-0. Softball saw some big scores. Lyme shut out General Brown
A proposed shift in how music classes are scheduled at Highlands schools has parents and students concerned about what might disappear from the curriculum. The debate centers on whether to consolidate certain electives that don’t have enough students to run separately, like music theory and jam band
Recent work has shown that machines can better understand what happens during an operation if they look at the smallest, intentional actions—like how a tool touches tissue. These tiny units are called gestures and they give a clearer picture than broad labels such as “cut” or “close. ” When AI syste
The summer is starting early for Metro Detroit. Temperatures are rising to about 80°F this weekend and could reach nearly 90°F on Monday, giving the area its first long spell of warm, humid weather. Friday night will be a good time to head outdoors. The Toronto Blue Jays will play the Detro
Two women who have quietly shaped the Highland Local Schools experience for years will finally get their moment in the spotlight. Kristine Nerlich, a high school science teacher with nearly two decades under her belt, and Koula Makris, a community volunteer since 2014, were named winners of the 2026
Tim Leiweke, a name familiar in sports and entertainment for years, got a surprise gift last December—a full pardon from the U. S. president. Instead of stepping back, he’s diving straight into Europe’s football world. His company, Entrepreneur Equity Partners, just bought a slice of Venezia FC and
Stanford''s women''s basketball team used to be a powerhouse, making the NCAA Tournament every year for nearly 40 seasons. Under the former coach, the team won three national titles and reached the Final Four fourteen times. But since the coach retired in 2024, things have taken a sharp turn. The te
