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May 10 2026POLITICS

Massachusetts Looks to Stop Wrong‑Way Driving With New Tech

Mass officials are thinking about adding more wrong‑way detection lights and cameras to highways after a police officer died in a crash. The Department of Transportation has been testing these systems on 16 exit ramps since last year. They use solar panels, flashing lights and cameras to warn dri

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May 10 2026ENVIRONMENT

Flood Tech Gives Eastwick Residents a New Sense of Safety

The city has rolled out fresh flood‑sensing tools in Eastwick, a neighborhood that has long battled the unpredictable rise of water along Cobbs Creek. Residents now have real‑time data to help them decide when to move cars, gather important papers or even leave town before a storm hits. The idea b

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May 10 2026CRIME

Cold‑Case Break: Texas Suspect Arrested After 40 Years

A breakthrough in a long‑cold Texas murder has led to the arrest of Bobby Charles Taylor Sr. , who is now 60 years old. Investigators used new DNA techniques to match evidence from the scene of a 1986 crime in Montgomery County. The victim, 16‑year‑old Deanna Ogg, was found dead on a logging r

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May 10 2026BUSINESS

New Tablet Tech at Texas Roadhouse: A Smooth Shift, Not a Rush

Texas Roadhouse has started using handheld tablets at some of its restaurants, letting servers take orders right at the table. The move was announced during the company’s first‑quarter 2026 earnings call, which also highlighted a solid financial performance that lifted the stock by 12%. The chain is

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May 10 2026LIFESTYLE

Delco Moms Celebrate by Keeping It Real

A popular figure from Delaware County shares simple ways to honor Mom on the holiday. The idea is to focus on everyday moments rather than grand plans. A typical Sunday might involve a casual chat, a quick bite of local street food, or simply hanging out at home. The advice stresses authent

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May 10 2026SPORTS

New Home for Taylor Decker: Why the Dolphins Make Sense

Taylor Decker, once a mainstay on Detroit’s left side of the line, found himself without a team after the Lions let him go in March. Fans were worried he might end up with Chicago, a move that would feel like a betrayal to many Detroit supporters. A different outlook comes from sports analysts wh

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May 10 2026EDUCATION

Students Trust AI Grading When They See How It Works

The rise of artificial intelligence in classrooms has sparked a debate about fairness and trust. Researchers wondered what makes students feel confident when an AI gives them grades that affect their future. A study set up a controlled experiment with 240 college students. Each student used

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May 10 2026EDUCATION

Celebrating a Teacher’s Journey at Buffalo State

Buffalo State University will honor Wendy A. Paterson, a 1975–76 alumna who now serves as interim dean of the School of Education and Applied Professions, with its Distinguished Alumnus Award. The award is presented at the 154th Commencement on Saturday, May 16, in the campus Sports Arena. The un

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May 10 2026TECHNOLOGY

Caregivers Talk About New Tech for Teens With CHARGE

Family helpers are the backbone of life for teens who have CHARGE syndrome. They help with daily tasks, school work and play. But how do they feel about the newest gadgets that could help? Researchers asked a group of these caregivers what they think. They wanted to know how the family s

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May 10 2026SPORTS

Indoor Golf’s Big Leap: From Korean Trend to U. S. Boom

Golfzon now runs more than 6, 500 indoor golf simulator sites across South Korea, owning a large share of the country’s off‑course market. Years ago, many Koreans saw simulators as just a fancy video game, but that view has flipped. Today the company reports twice as many rounds inside its centers t

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