In a shocking turn of events, a prison in northern Georgia witnessed a violent outbreak. Three inmates lost their lives, and twelve others, along with a guard, were injured. The incident occurred at the Washington State Prison in Davisboro during visitation hours on a Sunday afternoon. The police c
The UFC's ranking system is under scrutiny, and even Dana White admits it's flawed. The latest update has sparked debates, especially with Colby Covington's placement. Covington, who hasn't won a fight since March 2022, is still ranked 14th in the welterweight division. This has raised eyebrows, as
Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall were set to clash in a heavyweight unification bout in 2025. But Jones backed out of a $30 million deal and retired, at least for a while. Now, he’s back and aiming for a return at the White House, where he might finally face Aspinall. Dominick Cruz, a former UFC bantamwe
Dustin Poirier and Arman Tsarukyan are in early talks for a grappling match in February. This is not your typical UFC fight. Poirier, who retired last summer after two decades in the sport, is looking for a way to stay competitive without the intense training and weight cuts. Tsarukyan, on the other
In Colorado, strong winds and dry conditions have made wildfires a big problem. Recently, firefighters from the North Metro Fire Rescue District had to deal with a tough situation. A video shows them fighting a wildfire on the side of a road. The wind was strong, making it hard for them to see and w
Portland has just made a big move to support local arts. The City Council voted to make large entertainment venues chip in a small portion of their ticket sales. This money will go into a special fund to help out local artists and small venues. The new rule applies to places that can hold over 2, 0
People around the world are getting better access to official IDs. The World Bank's latest report shows that the number of people without any form of ID has dropped. In 2025, it was 800 million. That's a big drop from 2021 when it was 850 million. And way better than 2017 when over 1 billion people
Purdue University Northwest is honoring the legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with events on both the Hammond and Westville campuses. These celebrations are free and open to the public, offering a chance to reflect on King's impact. The Hammond campus will host its event on January 15th, featuri
A huge fire broke out in a building that was still being built on Leetsdale Drive, close to Glendale. The flames were so big that they could be seen from far away, lighting up the night sky. The area was quickly evacuated, and the road was shut down to keep people safe. Firefighters from Denver and
Jan Paul Rivera-Pizarro is making waves in the boxing world, and not just because of his powerful punches. This young fighter, born and raised in Puerto Rico, is quickly becoming a name to watch. On January 3, 2026, he'll step into the ring against Alfredo Cruz in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This fight i
