MIKE JUDGE

Nov 28 2025SPORTS

High School Hoop Stars Ready to Dunk Their Way to Glory

Basketball fans know the thrill of a powerful dunk. It's a moment that can electrify a crowd and leave everyone talking. At a recent sports media event, high school basketball players from Section III were asked who on their teams might be the next to make a spectacular dunk. Jacob McDonald from Altmar-Parish-Williamstown believes he has the athleticism to pull off ...

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Nov 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Stranger Things and the Hidden Power of Books

Holly Wheeler, the younger sister of Mike and Nancy, is stepping into the spotlight in the final season of Stranger Things. Her room is a treasure trove of nostalgic toys and posters, but one item stands out: a worn copy of Madeleine L’Engle’s "A Wrinkle in Time. " This isn’t just a random book; it’s a clue to the season’s plot. The show has always been a love lette...

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Idaho Republicans and the Epstein Files: A Case of Blind Loyalty

Idaho's Republican politicians seem to be following a script written by someone else. The recent votes to release the Epstein files show a clear pattern. For months, they delayed and blocked the release. Then, suddenly, they voted to release them. Why? Because President Trump gave the green light. This isn't just about the Epstein files. It's about a bigger problem....

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Nov 27 2025CRIME

Justice Delayed, But Not Denied: A Man's Fight for Freedom After 30 Years

For almost 30 years, Jimmie Duncan lived behind bars, sentenced to death for a crime he didn't commit. But in a surprising turn of events, a judge recently overturned his conviction. The reason? The forensic evidence used to convict him was shaky at best. Back in 1998, Duncan was found guilty of murdering his girlfriend's 2-year-old daughter. Prosecutors said he rap...

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Nov 27 2025RELIGION

Court Says Austin's Christian Science Spot Gets a Tax Break

A recent ruling by a Texas appeals court has kept a Christian Science reading room in Austin exempt from property taxes. The court decided that even though the ownership setup is a bit tangled, the place still gets the break because it's used for religious stuff. The judge, Darlene Byrne, explained that if a religious group has the right to use the property for thei...

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Nov 27 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Mr. Whatsit: A Clue to Stranger Things Season 5's Hidden Story

In 1987, the year where "Stranger Things" season 5 unfolds, Holly Wheeler, Mike's little sister, is no longer a toddler. She's growing up and starting to shape her own story. One of her new interests is a book called "A Wrinkle in Time. " This book is about a girl named Meg and her adventures through the universe with some unusual guides. Holly isn't just reading th...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Hong Kong's High-Rise Fire: A Test for Beijing's Control

A devastating fire in a Hong Kong apartment building has left at least 55 people dead and nearly 300 missing. This tragedy comes at a time when Beijing's control over Hong Kong is already under scrutiny. The city has seen significant political changes since the 2019 pro-democracy protests, with elections now limited to "patriotic" candidates and many critics silenced...

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

How Surroundings Shape Racing Champions

In racing, talent alone isn't enough. The people and environment around a driver can make or break their career. Katherine Legge, a seasoned racer, shared her thoughts on this. Legge's journey started with Polestar Racing Group. She moved to the U. S. and found a supportive family in Jim and Pam Griffith. Living with them, she learned about car mechanics and felt th...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Wisconsin's Gerrymandering Fight: A Judge's Misquote

Wisconsin's political landscape is a battleground, with Republicans and Democrats locked in a power struggle over voting districts. The state's congressional map, drawn by Republicans after the 2010 census, heavily favors the GOP, despite the state's nearly even split between the two parties. This imbalance has long been a target for voting rights advocates, who argu...

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Nov 27 2025CRIME

Protecting Epstein's Victims: A Call for Better Safeguards

A recent release of documents by the House Oversight Committee has caused significant distress among alleged victims of Jeffrey Epstein. The files contained unredacted names and personal information of dozens of victims, including minors at the time of the abuse. This oversight has raised serious concerns about the government's ability to protect the privacy and safe...

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