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Mar 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood’s Mirror: Valerie Cherish Returns for One Last Laugh

The newest season of a beloved comedy sees its star, Valerie Cherish, step back into the spotlight after nearly two decades. The show has always poked fun at the absurdities of show business, but this time it turns its gaze inward on ego and ambition rather than the industry itself. The plot follows

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Quincy Faces Big Decision: New Firefighter Gear Costs $2. 6 Million

The city council is set to meet again on March 23 to decide whether to issue a $2. 6 million bond that would buy new firefighter turnout gear free of PFAS chemicals. The current equipment has tested positive for these substances, which are linked to health risks such as certain cancers. Some council

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Local Schools Seek More Control Over Charter Budgets

In Charleston County, a group of school leaders wants state lawmakers to give local districts more say in how charter schools use their money. Daniel Prentice, the district’s chief finance officer, is urging representatives to add a clause that would require charter budgets to be approved by the

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Mar 22 2026HEALTH

Coffee Genes May Boost Early Heart Plaque Risk

A large study looked at how people’s genes that favor coffee drinking might affect hidden heart disease. Researchers followed 24, 835 adults in Sweden and used imaging tests to check for early plaque in heart arteries and the neck’s carotid artery. Participants reported how often they drank coffee,

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Friendship Across the Party Line: A Debate That Matters

David Axelrod, a former Obama adviser, and Scott Jennings, who has worked for President Bush, met on March 17 at Arizona State University to discuss big national issues. They were joined by former Senator Jeff Flake, now a university director. The event was part of ASU’s Dialogues for Democracy seri

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Missing Butcher Holds Family Hope After Complex Strike

A young Iranian butcher who had worked for two decades finally opened his own shop just before the Persian New Year. He was last seen after a double strike hit the commercial complex where his shop sat, destroying homes, stores and a laundry floor. Every day since, two of his older brothers have sco

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Plane Crash Investigation Stalled, No Answers After Four Years

The crash of a China Eastern Boeing 737-800 in Guangxi on March 21, 2022 killed all 132 passengers and crew. That day, the aircraft went down a hillside about an hour after takeoff, making it the worst aviation disaster in China for thirty years. Aviation rules normally demand an initial report with

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Mar 22 2026CELEBRITIES

Dennis Rodman: From Rough Beginnings to Basketball Legend

Dennis Rodman grew up in a tough environment, moving from Trenton to Dallas where he learned resilience. His mother worked double shifts to support three children while the father was absent, leaving the kids to handle life on their own. Basketball became a pastime that later turned into a car

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Mar 22 2026SPORTS

Brayden Burries: From California Courts to Arizona Glory

Brayden Burries grew up in San Bernardino, California, and is an American athlete who has caught the eye of national teams. He joined the Junior National Team camps in 2023 and 2024, showing early promise on the court. His family background is rooted in sports: his dad, Bobby Burries, played coll

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Mar 22 2026SPORTS

A Fresh Take on a Rising Kicker’s Journey

Jaffer Murphy, the standout kicker from UTSA, recently turned heads with a 70‑yard field goal and a swift 4. 47‑second 40‑yard dash during his Pro Day, feats that are uncommon for players in his position. Scouts and teams noted his remarkable display, which comes after a season where he mainly handl

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