The Dallas Wings have done it again! They won the top spot in the 2026 WNBA Draft Lottery, giving them another shot at picking a star player. This is the second year in a row they've won the lottery, which is a big deal. Last year, they picked Paige Bueckers, who became the Rookie of the Year in 2025. Now, they get another chance to add a top player to their team. T...
The mafia is back in the news, and this time, they're targeting a new group: college students. In New Jersey, authorities have charged 14 people, including a suspected member of the Lucchese crime family and student-athletes, for running an illegal sports betting ring. This ring allegedly targeted young adults and college students, luring them into a web of illegal g...
The Southern Peaks League recently recognized some outstanding volleyball players from the San Luis Valley. In the Class 2A division, Sanford High School took the spotlight with five athletes making the cut. Bella Peterson and Avery Koenig earned first-team spots, while Claire Crowther and Brinlyn Smith were second-team picks. Rose Schwartz received an honorable ment...
John Tesh, the well-known former TV host and musician, has been battling prostate cancer for the past decade. He recently shared his story, highlighting how his wife, actress Connie Sellecca, played a crucial role in his fight. At the age of 63, Tesh received a shocking diagnosis: a rare and aggressive form of prostate cancer. Doctors gave him a grim prognosis, sugg...
Houston Texans proved why they're the toughest defense in the NFL, shutting down Buffalo Bills' star quarterback Josh Allen. The Texans' defense was unstoppable, sacking Allen eight times and forcing three turnovers. This wasn't just a win; it was a statement. The Bills, who were hoping to stay competitive in the AFC East, now find themselves playing catch-up. Their...
Rochelle Township High School has some good news to share. They got a "commendable" rating under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for the past year. This rating is one step below the highest rating, "exemplary. " The school's score was 86. 73, which is better than the previous two years. In 2024, it was 76. 70, and in 2023, it was 70. 37. The school looked at d...
The Hunger Games universe is expanding with a fresh story. This time, the spotlight is on a young Haymitch Abernathy. The movie, "Sunrise on the Reaping, " is set to hit theaters on November 20, 2026. It's a prequel, taking us back 24 years before the first Hunger Games film. Haymitch, played by Joseph Zada, is sent to the 50th Hunger Games. This is a special editio...
In the world of college sports, faith and competition often collide, creating a mix of inspiring moments and unfortunate incidents. Recently, fans from Arizona and Colorado have been criticized for using religious slurs against Brigham Young University (BYU) teams, which is owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This behavior highlights the worst a...
The upcoming presidential election in Guinea-Bissau is heating up, with incumbent Umaro Sissoco Embalo facing a strong challenge from Fernando Dias. This election is happening in a country where politics is as unstable as the weather and the cocaine trade is thriving. Dias, who is 47 years old, is gaining a lot of attention. He promises to improve security and keep ...
In a small town near Indianapolis, a tragic event unfolded. A house cleaner, Rios Perez, lost her life after going to the wrong address. The homeowner, Curt Anderson, is now facing serious charges. Anderson, a 62-year-old man, was arrested and held without bail. He was charged with voluntary manslaughter. The prosecutor, Kent Eastwood, said Anderson did not have a g...