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Jun 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Spielberg’s Latest Offers More Than Just Thrills

Steven Spielberg has spent over five decades crafting stories that blend wonder with human connection, and his newest film follows that familiar yet fresh path. "Disclosure Day" mixes science fiction, action, and mystery into a summer blockbuster that feels both timely and timeless. Instead of start

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Jun 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Spielberg's New Movie: Can Old Magic Work Again?

Steven Spielberg is back with another big movie. This time it's a summer blockbuster about aliens. People are asking: can he finally win again? Two decades ago, he made masterpieces like Schindler's List and Jurassic Park in the same year. That hasn't happened since. Spielberg was at his peak back t

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Jun 05 2026CRIME

Cautionary Call: One Man’s Phone Sparks Five Years Behind Bars

Steven Sandoval, 47, tried to dodge jail by dialing a bomb threat from a payphone near King Soopers in Brighton. The call triggered an evacuation of about 1, 000 courthouse staff and the store’s customers for four hours. Police traced the call quickly because they already knew Sandoval, and he was t

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May 30 2026POLITICS

California Candidates Clash Over Trans Athletes in Girls’ Sports

Steve Hilton, the Republican front‑runner for California’s governorship, stepped onto the track field this Friday to launch a campaign rally titled “Save Girls Sports. ” His message was clear: he would fight against what he calls the “far‑left” stance on transgender athletes competing in girls’ team

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May 26 2026POLITICS

State lawmakers and suicide discussions online: what’s really being said?

State lawmakers in the U. S. are posting more often about their work online, and some of those posts touch on sensitive topics like suicide. Given how common suicide is as a cause of death here, these discussions could matter more than many realize. But what exactly are legislators saying about it?

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May 16 2026OPINION

Youth Voices Unite: A Call to Action for Safety and Support

Staten Island faces a growing problem: more teens are getting involved in shootings, even though overall city violence is falling. This trend shows that young people are slipping into dangerous situations faster and with fewer safeguards than before. The Canvas Institute has seen the hidden struggl

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May 16 2026WEATHER

New York prepares for quick weather flip

Staten Island will see some rain today, but not much. After a cool mid-60s Friday—a bit too chilly for mid-May—a big warmup is coming. The city’s temperature will jump from the comfortable 70s on Saturday to the low 80s on Sunday. By early next week, it could even hit the 90s, which is way above wha

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May 14 2026WEATHER

Stormy Winds, Heavy Rains and a Heat Spike Hit Staten Island

Staten Island will see a mix of strong breezes and wet weather this week. In the afternoon, gusts may reach 40 miles per hour across much of the area. That same day, a slow‑moving cold front will bring widespread showers and possible thunderstorms from the evening into Friday. The heaviest

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May 12 2026HEALTH

Staten Island trains workers to spot suicide and overdose risks at the same time

Staten Island is tackling two big problems—overdose deaths and suicide—by teaching frontline workers how to handle both at once. Around 300 people have already gone through a six-part training that mixes mental health and drug-use screening. The idea is to catch warning signs early, whether someone

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May 10 2026SPORTS

Warriors Keep Coach Kerr: New Deal and Future Plans

Steve Kerr has signed a two‑year contract to stay on as the Golden State Warriors’ head coach, making him the highest‑paid NBA coach for the next season. The agreement came after a series of talks with owner Joe Lacob and GM Mike Dunleavy, who focused on the team’s strategy and long‑term vision rath

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