JOSE BARRERO

Nov 24 2025SPORTS

Dallas Wings Strike Gold Again in WNBA Draft Lottery

The Dallas Wings have done it again! They won the top spot in the 2026 WNBA Draft Lottery, giving them another shot at picking a star player. This is the second year in a row they've won the lottery, which is a big deal. Last year, they picked Paige Bueckers, who became the Rookie of the Year in 2025. Now, they get another chance to add a top player to their team. T...

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Nov 22 2025CRIME

Mafia's New Target: College Students and the Dark Side of Sports Betting

The mafia is back in the news, and this time, they're targeting a new group: college students. In New Jersey, authorities have charged 14 people, including a suspected member of the Lucchese crime family and student-athletes, for running an illegal sports betting ring. This ring allegedly targeted young adults and college students, luring them into a web of illegal g...

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Nov 21 2025EDUCATION

Rochelle Township High School: A Look at Recent Achievements and Plans

Rochelle Township High School has some good news to share. They got a "commendable" rating under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for the past year. This rating is one step below the highest rating, "exemplary. " The school's score was 86. 73, which is better than the previous two years. In 2024, it was 76. 70, and in 2023, it was 70. 37. The school looked at d...

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Nov 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Haymitch's Early Days: A New Chapter in the Hunger Games Saga

The Hunger Games universe is expanding with a fresh story. This time, the spotlight is on a young Haymitch Abernathy. The movie, "Sunrise on the Reaping, " is set to hit theaters on November 20, 2026. It's a prequel, taking us back 24 years before the first Hunger Games film. Haymitch, played by Joseph Zada, is sent to the 50th Hunger Games. This is a special editio...

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Nov 20 2025SPORTS

Faith and Football: A Tale of Unity and Division

In the world of college sports, faith and competition often collide, creating a mix of inspiring moments and unfortunate incidents. Recently, fans from Arizona and Colorado have been criticized for using religious slurs against Brigham Young University (BYU) teams, which is owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This behavior highlights the worst a...

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Nov 20 2025POLITICS

Guinea-Bissau's Tough Choices: Election Under Pressure

The upcoming presidential election in Guinea-Bissau is heating up, with incumbent Umaro Sissoco Embalo facing a strong challenge from Fernando Dias. This election is happening in a country where politics is as unstable as the weather and the cocaine trade is thriving. Dias, who is 47 years old, is gaining a lot of attention. He promises to improve security and keep ...

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Nov 18 2025CRIME

A Pilot's Descent and Redemption

A former pilot's life took a sharp turn in 2023 when he tried to shut down a plane's engines mid-flight. This event, which could have been disastrous, ended with the plane landing safely, thanks to the quick actions of the flight crew. The pilot, Joseph Emerson, was off-duty and sitting in the cockpit when he attempted to cut the engines. He later explained that he w...

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Nov 17 2025SPORTS

Football Players Benched: Week 11 Health Check

Football teams are dealing with a lot of injuries this week. Many key players won't be on the field. Some teams have to bring in backup players. This can change how games play out. Kickers are feeling the impact too. Houston's Ka'imi Fairbairn is out with a quad injury. Matthew Wright will take his place. Green Bay's Brandon McManus is also out. Lucas Havrisik will ...

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Nov 16 2025POLITICS

Chile's Election: Crime, Immigration, and a Shift to the Right

Chile is in the middle of a big election. People are worried about crime and immigration. The far-right is getting stronger. Jose Antonio Kast is a big name. He wants to be tough on crime and immigration. He has said he will build walls and fences. He also wants to deport people who are not legal. The left has Jeannette Jara. She is a communist. She wants to help po...

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Nov 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI on the Road: How Tech is Fixing Our Crumbling Highways

Across the country, states are using artificial intelligence to tackle road safety issues. This tech helps spot problems like potholes and damaged guardrails, making repairs faster and more efficient. In Hawaii, officials are giving away free dashboard cameras to drivers. These cameras use AI to check guardrails, road signs, and pavement markings. The goal is to red...

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