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Apr 15 2026CELEBRITIES

Former Assistant Takes Sterns to Court Over Workplace Claims

A former employee of Howard and Beth Stern has filed a new lawsuit against the radio duo, demanding at least $2. 5 million in damages and an order to void a non‑disclosure agreement she says was never signed. The plaintiff, Leslie Kuhn, first joined the team as an office manager in September 2022

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Apr 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

Heat Islands in Cities: Why Some Neighborhoods Feel Like Ovens

Concrete streets and tall buildings store and re‑release heat, turning parts of a city into mini‑ovens. When the sun shines on asphalt and steel, those surfaces keep their warmth longer than trees or grass. The result is an “urban heat island” that makes a block feel hotter than the forecasted tem

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

How gut bugs might help control blood sugar

Some tiny organisms living in our intestines could play a role in keeping blood sugar steady. Scientists have noticed that certain gut residents called Blastocystis might influence how our bodies handle glucose. Not all types of Blastocystis behave the same way—some could be helpful while others mig

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Apr 14 2026BUSINESS

Parking Plans Stir Mixed Feelings in Downtown Wildwood

A new 70-space parking lot is set to pop up in downtown Wildwood, raising eyebrows among locals and business owners alike. The project’s purpose seems straightforward: ease congestion and give visitors more options for parking. But reactions are split. Some shop owners argue this move could finally

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

City Fixes and New Food Stores: A Fresh Look at the Mayor’s First 100 Days

The mayor used a big rally in Queens to say that the next part of his term will focus on small, everyday fixes – what he calls “pothole politics. ” He also announced three new promises for the rest of his time in office: opening five city‑run grocery stores, making all trash containers available eve

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Apr 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Chicago 2050: More Weatherproof and Smarter Than Ever

In 2050, Chicago’s South Side near the old U. S. Steel plant looks nothing like the flood-prone area of the early 21st century. The morning after heavy rain, the streets stay dry, and residents barely notice the storm. No homes report flooding. No headlines scream about weather disasters. The city i

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Election buzz in Nebraska’s District 5

Nebraska’s District 5, covering parts of southern Lincoln and rural Southeast Nebraska, will have a new board member this year. The current seat holder, Kirk Penner, has chosen not to run again, opening the field for fresh voices. The candidates bring diverse backgrounds. One contender is 59 years

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Apr 11 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Tokens Drop, Politicians Watch Closely

The price of the Trump‑branded crypto token, known as TRUMP, fell sharply to around $2. 86 after reaching a low of about $2. 73 in March 2026, according to CoinGecko data. Another token linked to the former president’s family, WLFI, a decentralized finance platform launched by his sons, slid to r

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Southport Connector Plan: What It Means for Cypress Parkway

The Central Florida Expressway Authority has finished a study on the Southport Connector. The plan would link I‑4 at SR 429 to the Turnpike and Canoe Creek Road. It cuts through Poinciana, raising a new span in Cypress Parkway’s median. The goal is to turn the road into six lanes and fix key traffic

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

New Meat Science Hub Opens at Idaho University

A fresh building on the university campus now stands as a tribute to a long‑time teacher and business owner. The 12, 750‑square‑foot center was officially opened last week after a long planning period and a $17. 5 million investment. Nearly three hundred people, including the family of the honoree,

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