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May 02 2026BUSINESS

Nuclear Power Gets a New Look in Louisiana

The state of Louisiana is stepping into the spotlight as it tries to become a key player in the next wave of nuclear energy. A recent summit hosted by Louisiana Economic Development gathered more than two hundred people from industry, government and finance to talk about how the state can grow this

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May 02 2026POLITICS

City Manager Goad Steps Down After Nearly a Decade of Leadership

Reese Goad, the Tallahassee City Manager, announced his retirement on April 28 after serving for almost ten years. He had reached the age and service milestones that allow full retirement, having completed 30 years in government, including five with the state. Goad’s tenure was marked by steering th

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May 02 2026POLITICS

New U. S. Rules Aim to Tighten Pressure on Cuba

The White House recently announced wider restrictions targeting Cuba’s leadership and its supporters. These new rules focus on individuals or groups that help the Cuban government’s security forces or take part in corruption or serious abuses of human rights. They also cover anyone who works with, f

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Trump's Florida Tour: A Look at Politics, Security, and Public Mood

The former president is heading to Florida for his first public appearance since a recent security scare. This trip isn't just about politics—it's a chance to reconnect with supporters and test the mood of a key voting group. The Villages, a massive retirement community known for its strong Republic

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Cuba shows strength in May Day march as U. S. pressure grows

On a warm May afternoon, nearly a million Cubans marched through Havana’s waterfront streets with one clear message: they won’t back down under U. S. pressure. Among them was 94-year-old Raul Castro, a former president and the last of the revolution’s original leaders still in public life. The march

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May 02 2026SPORTS

High tech meets high school baseball in unexpected ways

Terry Sanford High School in North Carolina just did something no other high school baseball program has tried before. They installed a high-tech system that tracks almost everything a player does on the field—125 different stats to be exact. Pitch speed, bat swing, how the ball flies off the bat: t

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May 02 2026BUSINESS

White Oak cuts 117 jobs as logistics sites shut down

White Oak, a company running logistics operations, recently closed two of its sites and let go of 117 workers. This isn’t just a local issue—it mirrors broader shifts in how goods are stored and moved. Automation and online shopping have changed the game, leaving many traditional warehouses struggli

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May 02 2026POLITICS

A billionaire governor’s next big move

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is no stranger to writing big checks for political battles. But if he decides to run for president in 2028, he won’t be footing the entire bill himself. That’s according to people close to his inner circle, who say he’s already testing the waters with national fundraise

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Charter Committee's struggle shows why Cincinnati needs fresh political voices

Cincinnati’s last city election left the Charter Committee with zero representation on council—a result that seemed to confirm what many suspected: local issues keep taking a backseat to national political drama. While Democratic candidates swept all nine council seats and the mayor’s office, voters

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Texas Worries About Prediction Markets And How They Mix Up Gambling And Betting

Texas is looking closely at online prediction markets that let people bet on everything from sports outcomes to election results. State leaders worry these platforms might be sneaking past gambling laws while risking public harm. Critics say the real danger isn’t just losing money – it’s the way the

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