Rico Dowdle, the 27-year-old running back, has made a name for himself in the NFL. He's known for his speed and strength, and he's been playing in the league for six years. Dowdle started his career with the Dallas Cowboys and now plays for the Carolina Panthers. He signed a big contract with them t
In Sacramento, a law from 1949 is still on the books. It stops kids from buying certain comic books. The law is not used much anymore. But some people want to get rid of it for good. Lecho Lopez runs a comic shop in Sacramento. He remembers his nephew reading his first word from a comic book. It wa
Atlantic City is stepping up its game to make sure smaller motels are safer places to stay. The city council just passed new rules that require these motels to have security cameras and other safety measures. This is a big deal because, for a long time, many of these places have been overlooked, lea
The Kansas City Chiefs are in a tough spot right now. They have a 5-5 record, which puts them ninth in the AFC. But don't count them out just yet. Their remaining opponents have a combined record of 36-35-1. That's pretty even. Three of these teams are currently in the playoff field, and three have
Cleveland has been testing a high-tech tool called ShotSpotter to detect gunshots. This system is supposed to help police respond quickly to gunfire. Researchers from Cleveland State University looked into over 87, 000 alerts from ShotSpotter. They also talked to people living in the area and police
Denver's victory over Kansas City was a game-changer, but it also brought up some big questions. The Broncos are now leading the AFC West, and their offense finally found its rhythm in the second half. Bo Nix, the quarterback, seemed frustrated with the slow pace of play calls and even asked for a f
Drivers in New York City were thrilled when Silver Lake Park Road reopened earlier this year. This road had been closed for a couple of years due to a COVID mandate from Mayor Bill de Blasio. The reopening came after a woman was sexually assaulted in the park, and the city said it was a safety measu
Danville is thinking about moving its polling station. This is a big deal because it affects how people vote. The city council will decide soon. But why the change? Some say it's for better access. Others worry about the impact. Voting is a big part of democracy. It's how people have a say in their
Rancho Cordova is expanding quickly. New houses are being built, and new families are moving in. But there's a problem. The city doesn't have enough places for kids to play and families to spend time together. Right now, there aren't many options. Peek-a-Boo Factory is one of the few new places tryi
Jeremiyah Love is making waves on the football field, but his story goes beyond his impressive stats. Born and raised in University City, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis, Love's journey is one of hard work and family support. Love's parents played a big role in shaping his character and skills. His
