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May 04 2026SPORTS

Balancing progress with community needs in Denver’s new sports complex

Denver’s plan for a major sports and entertainment district near Burnham Yard keeps sparking strong reactions. While the Denver Broncos push for a modern complex with stadiums, shops, and green spaces, the area’s history raises tough questions. Long before parking lots and tailgate parks, Indigenous

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May 04 2026RELIGION

A Historic Church Hopes for a New Future Near the United Center

A 140-year-old church near Chicago’s United Center is fighting to stay alive as the area around it transforms. Greater Union Baptist Church, with its striking red brick walls and intricate wooden ceiling, has been closed since 2022 because of a broken heating system and an unpaid $14, 000 gas bill.

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May 04 2026LIFESTYLE

High school dance night: Big turnout at Cleveland Hilton for fancy prom fun

The annual prom for St. Ignatius High School took over the downtown Cleveland Hilton this year, drawing close to 600 students and their guests. Instead of a traditional black-tie event, they went with a "Derby Day" theme linked to the Kentucky Derby, blending racing excitement with high school tradi

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May 04 2026HEALTH

Checking a Common Neck Pain Guide

Back in 2003, a simple checklist was made to help doctors spot neck pain that shoots down the arm. The checklist looks for four clues: pain that moves when you lift your arm, a specific spot of numbness in one finger, a weak muscle in your arm, and a certain test that makes the pain travel when your

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May 04 2026EDUCATION

Gaming labs in New Orleans teach kids more than just play

A group of friends in New Orleans started something small years ago. They wanted to help young people through sports, school, and community projects. Over time, their idea grew into gaming labs where kids learn skills like design and teamwork. These labs aren’t just about playing video games. They t

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May 04 2026ENVIRONMENT

When Earth Moves: How Swiss Pollution Spots Risk Contaminating Water

Switzerland keeps track of about 38, 000 spots where soil or ground water has been polluted. These can be old dumps, factory yards, shooting ranges, or places where accidents happened years ago. Most of us don’t notice them, but nature sometimes does. Heavy rain can turn quiet slopes into fast-movin

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May 04 2026HEALTH

Quick Health Checks for Local Student Athletes

Every year before sports season starts, students in the Bureau Valley area have one more thing to add to their to-do list: getting a sports physical. This year’s clinic is happening on May 12 from 5 to 7 p. m. at Bureau Valley High School. Local doctors will be on hand to do the checks, but there ar

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Frisco’s mayoral race goes to a runoff in June

Frisco voters just picked their top two mayoral candidates in a tight race. None of the four hopefuls crossed the 50% mark, so the showdown now heads to June 13. The winner will replace the outgoing mayor, who’s served nine years and can’t run again. Frisco has exploded in size since the last open-s

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May 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrity birthdays and fun facts you might not know

May 3rd isn’t just about sharing cake and candles—it’s a day when some well-known faces add another year to their lives. Among them is Frankie Valli, the legendary singer best known for his high-pitched voice in hits like "Can't Take My Eyes Off You. " He turned 92 this year, and while many remember

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May 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hair Battles Fashion: Big Stars Ignore Dresses at Met Gala

Every year when the Met Gala rolls into May, one question pops into mind: why do celebrities sometimes care more about their hair than their designer gowns? While fashion critics spend hours analyzing clothes, the real drama happens above the shoulders. Some stars treat their locks like a quick-chan

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