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May 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Luke Combs plays two big shows in Green Bay—what the weather might mean for fans

Green Bay is getting not one, but two Luke Combs concerts on May 15 and 16 at Lambeau Field. This marks the first time back-to-back shows have happened there. It’s still early in the year, but the temps could reach the upper 70s or even 80 degrees during the weekend. That would be the first time Gre

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May 14 2026SCIENCE

How Fast Should You Really Drive to Save Gas?

Driving faster than 55 mph can drain your wallet faster than you think. Most cars guzzle gas the most when pushed beyond this speed. The difference is noticeable—going from 45 mph to 75 mph can make a car burn 25% more fuel. That’s like buying four gallons of gas and only getting three. Why? The mai

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May 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Rethinking Growth: Why We Need Green Economics

Green economists argue that the current focus on GDP is too narrow. They say we should look at how money affects nature and people’s well‑being instead of just counting production. This shift means measuring progress by the health of ecosystems and community happiness, not only by how much mon

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May 06 2026BUSINESS

Why the sudden crackdown on sneaky express lane moves?

Drivers on I-25 between Berthoud and Fort Collins have a new reason to watch the road markings closely. Starting this week, cameras and sensors are scanning for anyone cutting in or out of express lanes where solid lines block the way. The goal is to cut down on sudden lane changes that can cause pi

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May 02 2026POLITICS

A doctor who speaks her mind and a new pick for surgeon general

Dr. Nicole Saphier has been chosen by the Trump administration to become the next U. S. surgeon general, a role that comes with the power to issue public health warnings. Unlike her predecessor, Dr. Casey Means, who faced strong opposition in Senate hearings over her lack of experience and controver

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Apr 24 2026EDUCATION

South Carolina’s top teacher teaches science—and life lessons

Dr. Christie Palladino didn’t set out to win awards. She started as a doctor fixing hearts and delivering babies. Then she switched to classrooms, where she now shapes young minds instead of presiding over them. This week, the state named her South Carolina’s Teacher of the Year for 2027. The announ

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Healthcare Sticker Shock: Why New Drugs Cost So Much, Even with Price Talks

Drug prices have been climbing again, even after some big promises about keeping costs down. A recent Senate report dug into how companies that struck deals with the White House still hiked prices on hundreds of medications. And the numbers are shocking: new drugs often launch with price tags over $

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

Sipping Green Tea: Small Habit, Big Health Perks?

Green tea often gets called a ''superdrink'' but what’s really behind the hype? Most people know it’s packed with antioxidants, but why does that actually matter? The drink’s power comes from compounds like EGCG, a type of polyphenol that fights cell damage linked to aging. Research connects green t

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Apr 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

What’s in store for Colorado’s weather this week?

Dry air and strong winds are returning to southern Colorado today, putting the region under a fire risk alert from morning until evening. Gusts could hit 45 mph, while temperatures climb into the 70s or low 80s near the Front Range and eastern plains. Higher areas will stay cooler, mostly in the 60s

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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

Local Voices Block China’s Battery Plant, Raising U. S. Tech Questions

Green Charter Township in Michigan saw a big plan from China’s Gotion fall apart after residents rallied against the $2. 4 billion battery factory. The town’s people argued that the plant would bring pollution and safety risks, so they pushed state officials to pull out. The move sparked debate abou

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