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May 04 2026POLITICS

When Political Campaigns Blame Jewish Donors

Politics in Maryland lately keeps bringing up a troubling idea: if a leader doesn’t do what voters want, it must be because Jewish money is pulling the strings. This wasn’t just some old rumor—emails sent to Maryland’s Senate President Bill Ferguson during a redistricting debate directly accused him

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May 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

How a mystery writer went from unknown to unforgettable

Patricia Cornwell didn't start out as a crime novelist - she started by studying death up close. In her late twenties, struggling to get published while living in a tiny apartment, she walked into a morgue with an unusual prop: a blowgun disguised as a cane. When she shot a dart into a poster to pro

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May 04 2026SPORTS

Meet Sam Lemieux: The Coopersville Pitcher Dominating the 2026 Season

Sam Lemieux isn't just another high school athlete. She's a powerhouse on the softball field, making waves as both a pitcher and hitter for the Coopersville Broncos in the 2026 season. With a batting average of . 614, she’s not just contributing to her team—she’s leading it. The senior slugger didn

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May 04 2026SPORTS

Alaska High School Sports Roundup: Close Games and Big Wins

On May 2, 2026, Alaska's high school sports scene saw tight matches and lopsided victories across soccer, baseball, softball, and track and field. In girls' soccer, South High School dominated with a 17-0 win, while Palmer delivered the highest-scoring result—a 15-0 victory in boys' baseball against

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May 04 2026HEALTH

Quick Health Checks for Local Student Athletes

Every year before sports season starts, students in the Bureau Valley area have one more thing to add to their to-do list: getting a sports physical. This year’s clinic is happening on May 12 from 5 to 7 p. m. at Bureau Valley High School. Local doctors will be on hand to do the checks, but there ar

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Frisco’s mayoral race goes to a runoff in June

Frisco voters just picked their top two mayoral candidates in a tight race. None of the four hopefuls crossed the 50% mark, so the showdown now heads to June 13. The winner will replace the outgoing mayor, who’s served nine years and can’t run again. Frisco has exploded in size since the last open-s

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May 03 2026HEALTH

Comparing Pelvic and Other Pain: What Patients Tell Us

In Norway, three pain clinics that bring together doctors, therapists and psychologists looked at people who come in with long‑term aches. One group had pain deep inside the pelvis, while another had pain elsewhere in the body. The researchers wanted to see how these two groups compare when they fir

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May 03 2026OPINION

AI Tools Are Skipping Experienced Workers

People with long careers are finding it hard to get job interviews when employers use automated systems. A man named Derek Mobley, who has a doctorate in veterinary medicine and a law degree, sued a popular hiring platform after he was rejected by the software for being too old. He says his applicat

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May 03 2026SCIENCE

Science Basics: How Facts Beat Fakes in Health

The world of health often feels like a maze filled with confusing claims. Many people think that if something sounds “magic, ” it must be true, but science shows us a clearer path. When we look at what keeps our bodies safe, the evidence comes from careful steps that scientists follow every day.

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May 03 2026EDUCATION

Tulsa School Board Keeps Special‑Ed Programs Alive

The Tulsa school board decided not to cut funding for special education after a recent budget proposal. The decision keeps the district’s programs running and supports students who need extra help. The board’s move came after a plan to reduce special‑Ed resources was put forward by district offic

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