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Jun 02 2026SCIENCE

Supercomputer pulled back into NCAR’s hands for now

A court ruling on Monday put the brakes on a plan to kick Boulder’s National Center for Atmospheric Research out of its role at the supercomputer center in Cheyenne. The judge said the National Science Foundation can’t strip NCAR or its parent body of access to computers, money, or projects tied to

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Jun 02 2026CRIME

Five years in prison for a Lexington woman caught with drugs and a gun

A Lexington woman recently received a five-year federal prison sentence for being involved in a drug deal where she also provided a firearm. Federal records show she was sentenced by a U. S. District Judge for her role in the incident. After her prison term, she will be under court supervision for f

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Jun 02 2026CRIME

Chile’s southern waters: Why criminal networks are shifting focus

The Strait of Magellan has long been known for its icy winds and epic sailing stories, but now it’s making headlines for a different reason. Criminal gangs are quietly turning this remote Chilean waterway into a smuggling highway, bypassing tighter checks elsewhere. Unlike the Panama Canal, which fa

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Jun 02 2026LIFESTYLE

How to protect your purse and avoid theft headaches

Having your purse stolen while out with friends is more than just an inconvenience—it can derail your day and lead to weeks of hassle. Cathy learned this the hard way when her bag vanished during a meal, taking her wallet, keys, and ID along with it. Replacing cards, locks, and documents isn’t just

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Jun 02 2026CRIME

How the FBI's big push is shaking up crime across the U. S.

The FBI wrapped up a major three-month crackdown called Operation Spring Cleaning, pulling together federal and local teams to tackle gang violence, drug trafficking, and illegal weapons. The goal? To hit hard before summer, when crime often spikes. In the end, they arrested over 1, 100 people, seiz

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Jun 02 2026HEALTH

When skull repairs fail: what happens when medical implants move or break?

Fixing a hole in the skull after an injury or stroke is usually straightforward, but sometimes things go wrong. Most problems come from infections or mismatched parts. Yet sometimes, the material itself moves out of place or even cracks under pressure. This is rare but serious. Most surgical repairs

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Jun 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Life Beyond Hollywood: Why Two Stars Chose Mountains Over the City

Kurt Russell has spent over four decades proving a point to skeptics who thought he was walking away from fame forever when he left Los Angeles for Colorado. In the 1980s, the entertainment world saw his move as a risky career move. Many told him it was over, that stepping away from Hollywood meant

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Jun 02 2026HEALTH

Why North County’s Hospital Needs Measure H to Stay Strong

For over 25 years, Tri-City Medical Center has been the go-to emergency care spot for North County’s families. Doctors there have seen it all—from sudden heart attacks to car crashes—and they know how fast lives can change when help isn’t nearby. But now, the hospital faces a big test: Measure H, a

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Jun 02 2026OPINION

When the state gets execution wrong

Tony Carruthers spent nearly three decades on death row after being found guilty of a crime he almost certainly didn’t commit. The evidence against him was thin from the start—no fingerprints, no DNA, just a jailhouse informant whose story later fell apart. Yet Tennessee still set a date to kill him

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Jun 02 2026FINANCE

Steel Giant Nucor Rides High on Tariff Wave

Nucor, a major U. S. steel company, has seen its stock price jump by nearly 130% in the past year, making it a standout in the industry. Unlike many competitors struggling with rising costs, Nucor benefits from being a domestic producer shielded by tariffs on foreign steel. Its recent financial repo

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