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Apr 28 2026WEATHER

Morning storms leave a trail of damage across Mid-Missouri

Early on Monday, severe storms swept through parts of Missouri, leaving behind broken power lines, downed trees, and damaged buildings. Reports suggest a possible tornado hit Randolph and Monroe counties, though officials haven’t confirmed it yet. Homes, grain storage units, and infrastructure in th

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Apr 28 2026CRIME

New summer activities aim to keep Highland Park youth busy and safe

Highland Park is rolling out a new summer plan to give kids better options than trouble. Police report youth crime has jumped nearly one-fifth in the past year, with theft and fights involving teens on the rise. Some worry adults might be taking advantage of lighter juvenile penalties by pushing you

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Apr 28 2026CRIME

When Online Tips Lead to Legal Trouble in Rochester

A Rochester man avoided prison time after a judge threw out most of the evidence in a case involving suspicious online activity. The investigation started when police received a tip that he was trying to meet minors online. Instead of charging him directly with child exploitation, authorities built

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

New Government Rules Put Immigration Decisions in the Spotlight

The U. S. government will now examine the past statements and online activity of immigrants applying for permanent residency or citizenship more carefully. Officials say they will focus on speech or actions tied to extremism, including support for terrorism or violence against the country. But criti

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Apr 28 2026OPINION

How AI could shrink the music we hear – and how to fix it

Less than a hundred years ago, music was something nearly everyone made. Children learned songs from parents, neighbors sang together at harvests, and towns had their own local sounds. Today, most of us are listeners, not makers. Generative AI is about to push that shift even faster, turning music f

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Apr 27 2026EDUCATION

Understanding Truth in Today’s News World

In a lively evening at the Reno Public Market, community members will gather to talk about how easy it is for false stories to spread and why facts are becoming harder to find. The event, organized by the News Literate Community Initiative together with Truckee Meadows Tomorrow, is open to everyone

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Latinos Take Charge in Local Politics

In many U. S. cities, Latino leaders are stepping into elected roles for the first time, reshaping local governments and giving voice to communities that have long felt overlooked. The trend began quietly, with grassroots campaigns that built trust and highlighted shared concerns. Over the past

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Apr 27 2026WEATHER

Storms Likely Near Michigan, But Big Hits May Pass By

The weather front moving through the area is expected to bring a wave of strong thunderstorms. The biggest storms will travel over Michigan later in the evening, when temperatures are cooler and the air is less unstable. Because of this, the storms should lose power before they reach most places. T

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Apr 27 2026WEATHER

Michigan’s Weather Shift: Storms Pause, Cooler Days Ahead

A fresh look at Michigan’s weather for the coming days shows a dramatic change. Tonight, the southwest corner of the state could see strong storms from 3 to 5 p. m. , but most of the damage‑potential winds and tornado threat will arrive later, around midnight to 1 a. m. The big upper‑level wind b

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Apr 27 2026CRIME

Pickup rescued from park pond after drunk driver crash

A single‑seat pickup was pulled out of a park pond on Sunday, after its driver crashed into the water while intoxicated. The incident happened near 5 p. m. on April 19 at A Place to Play Community Park, Third Street. Police say the woman was speeding through the park, hit three parked cars, and then

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