Prince William County has seen a drop in crime over the past five years. The police chief, Peter Newsham, shared his thoughts on what's working and what's not. First, the good news. Crime has gone down by 11%. Violent crime has dropped even more, by almost 20%. That's a big deal. The police have al
Braden Smith, a senior guard from Purdue, has made history by becoming the Big Ten's all-time leader in assists. But for Smith, this record is just another step in his journey. His main focus? Winning a national championship. Smith achieved this milestone during a game against Wisconsin, where he s
In the wake of a tragic fire at a popular ski resort bar in the Swiss Alps, serious questions are being raised about the role of the bar's managers. The blaze, which occurred on New Year's Day, claimed the lives of at least 40 people. Now, the two managers of Le Constellation bar are under criminal
In 2025, fires left a significant mark on the Hampton Roads region, affecting numerous businesses and homes. The recovery process has been a journey filled with challenges and triumphs for those impacted. One notable incident involved Crudo Nudo, a beloved Spanish tapas restaurant in Norfolk’s Ghen
Oregon's nonprofits are in a tight spot. They help people with education, health, jobs, and other essential services. But now, they're under a lot of pressure. Federal money is drying up. Local governments can't keep up with their promises. At the same time, more people need help because housing is
The Seattle Seahawks pulled off a victory that might not have been pretty, but it sure was effective. They edged out the San Francisco 49ers with a final score of 13-3, securing the NFC West title and home-field advantage for the playoffs. The game wasn't a high-scoring affair, but it was a testamen
Four teams are left in the college football playoffs. Each team has a coach who once worked with Nick Saban at Alabama. These coaches have a lot of respect for Saban. They believe he taught them a lot about the game. Curt Cignetti coaches Indiana. He worked with Saban from 2007 to 2011. He said he
In a thrilling matchup, SMU's basketball team pulled off a significant victory against the 12th-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels. The game, held on January 3, 2026, marked a pivotal moment for the Mustangs, especially for their second-year coach, Andy Enfield. It was their first win against a ranked
James Nnaji, a 7-foot center and former NBA draft pick, stepped onto the college basketball court for the first time on Saturday. His debut came in Baylor's 69-63 loss to TCU, marking the start of the Big 12 conference season for both teams. Nnaji, who was picked 31st in the 2023 NBA draft, has not
Alabama's basketball team showed off their sharp-shooting skills in their first SEC game of the season. They made an impressive 15 three-pointers, with Aden Holloway leading the way. He scored a career-high 26 points, while Labaron Philon Jr. added 17 points. Together, they helped Alabama beat Kentu
