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May 17 2026SPORTS

Small Wins and Big Surprises in Green Bay High School Sports

A few standout games lit up the local high school sports scene last Friday. Bay Port’s baseball team blew past Green Bay Southwest with a 32-0 score, including 23 runs in the very first inning. Key players like Drew LeClaire and Jackson Otradovec smashed multiple home runs, while Parker Lawson pitch

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May 17 2026SPORTS

LeBron James and Lakers: Time to move on or double down?

The Lakers face a tough call this season. LeBron James remains a top player but struggles to lift a mismatched team deep into the playoffs. Some argue his $52. 6 million salary ties up too much money that could build a more balanced roster. Others say his presence alone makes the Lakers better, even

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May 17 2026SPORTS

When Coaches and Their Families Cross the Line

Fran McCaffery spent 15 years coaching Iowa basketball, turning the team into a regular NCAA Tournament contender and earning a solid 297-207 record. But his time in Iowa City ended badly, partly because of friction with local media personalities. The most well-known was Gary Dolphin, the long-time

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May 17 2026SPORTS

When injuries and illnesses strike, athletes still push to compete

Track stars are expected to perform at their peak, but Anavia Battle proved that sheer determination can beat tough conditions. At the Shanghai Diamond League in May, the 27-year-old American sprinter lined up for the 200m final while battling a bad cold. With rivals like Sha’Carri Richardson and Sh

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May 17 2026CELEBRITIES

Two words that kept a marriage strong for over two decades

Kimberly Williams-Paisley and Brad Paisley have been married for 23 years, and she credits their lasting relationship to two simple words: “Don’t leave. ” Speaking at a film festival, she explained that the phrase sums up their approach to marriage—staying together through busy times and quiet momen

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May 17 2026HEALTH

Alabama’s youth face major gaps in mental health support

Alabama lands at the bottom of the country for young people’s mental health care, according to the latest national rankings. The state sits in 50th place—just one spot above last—when looking at how often mental health struggles appear in youth and how easy it is to get help. Alabama isn’t alone in

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May 17 2026SPORTS

Anthony Edwards' Gamble Paid Off in Pain but Not in Wins

Anthony Edwards returned to play just eight days after hyperextending his knee, shocking fans and analysts alike. His decision wasn't based on medical advice but on his firm belief that the Timberwolves could win it all this season. That kind of commitment shows how much he believes in his team’s po

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May 17 2026HEALTH

Hospital techs get better pay after tense talks

A deal was struck just in time to avoid a walkout by hospital technicians who handle everything from X-rays to breathing machines. The agreement gives around 230 techs a raise of at least 3% over three years, plus extra pay for experience and limits on last-minute schedule changes. Most workers—96%—

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May 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Crypto and AI: The future of money or just a tech dream?

Money moves differently in the age of AI. While humans still rely on banks, paperwork, and 9-to-5 services, AI agents don’t sleep, don’t need passports, and don’t wait for approvals. That’s why crypto might be their natural home, not ours. Traditional finance was built for people—with borders, work

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May 17 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Crashes Hard As Big Money Wipes Out Traders

Here's what happened: crypto prices took a steep dive, and in just 24 hours, over 100, 000 traders lost their positions worth a total of $700 million. One unlucky Bitcoin trader alone got cleaned out for $21 million. This flood of forced closures isn’t just bad news for those traders—it makes things

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