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Jan 16 2026SPORTS

Charlotte Hornets and Los Angeles Lakers: A Clash of Styles

Basketball fans are in for a treat with the upcoming game between the Charlotte Hornets and the Los Angeles Lakers. This matchup is set to take place at the Crypto. com Arena on a Thursday night. The Hornets, currently holding a 14-26 record, have been showing signs of improvement lately. They've wo

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Jan 14 2026SPORTS

A Rising Star's Journey: Ron Harper Jr. 's NBA Dreams

Basketball runs in Ron Harper Jr. 's blood. His dad, Ron Harper Sr. , was a pro, winning five NBA titles and rubbing shoulders with legends like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Growing up around the game, Harper Jr. soaked up every bit of wisdom his parents shared. His mom, Maria, taught him about h

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Jan 13 2026SPORTS

Kansas Basketball Drops in Rankings After Mixed Week

Kansas basketball is now ranked 25th in the latest USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll. This is a drop from their previous position at 21st. The Jayhawks had a tough week, winning one game and losing another. The Jayhawks are now 11-5 overall and 1-2 in the Big 12 conference. They had a big win at home a

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Jan 12 2026SPORTS

Weequahic's Comeback Victory in the Slow-Mo Showcase

Basketball fans witnessed an exciting game at the Slow-Mo Showcase in Newark. Weequahic High School's team showed their skills and determination. They beat Science Park High School with a final score of 50-41. The first half of the game was quite close. Science Park was leading 21-19 at halftime. H

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Jan 10 2026SPORTS

A Close Shave: Fenwick's Last-Second Heroics

Basketball games can be nail-biters. Fenwick's Jake Thies proved that with a buzzer-beating shot. The Friars edged out Brother Rice 35-34 in a thrilling Catholic League Blue matchup. Kayonta Williams and Tommy Thies also chipped in with points, but it was Jake's clutch performance that stole the sho

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Kansas Politics in 2025: What Went Wrong and Why It Matters

Kansas politics in 2025 had its share of ups and downs. Lawmakers chose to cut income taxes instead of reducing property taxes, even though they had promised to do the latter. This decision left many homeowners with only small savings, while future budget surpluses were earmarked for further income

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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

Kansas Governor's Power on Extradition: What You Need to Know

Kansas is in a heated debate about the death penalty. At the center of this is whether the governor can refuse to send people to states that use it. The state's attorney general, Kris Kobach, says no. He believes the governor must follow the law and can't pick and choose who to extradite. The gover

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Dec 29 2025OPINION

Kansas' Sports Betting System: A Fight for Fairness

Kansas has a sports betting system that was designed to keep things fair and safe. But now, there are some companies that are trying to bypass the rules. These companies, like Kalshi and Polymarket, are using a loophole to offer sports betting without following Kansas laws. They don't pay into the p

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Dec 24 2025SPORTS

Is Kansas City's New Stadium a Win or a Loss for Taxpayers?

Kansas is investing a massive amount of money into a new stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs. The total cost is expected to be around $3 billion, with the state contributing a significant portion of that, approximately $1. 8 billion. This is a lot of public funds being allocated to a private sports t

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Dec 23 2025SPORTS

Local High School Basketball Showdowns: Who Came Out on Top?

Basketball courts across the region buzzed with energy as teams battled it out on Monday, December 22. The girls' games saw some impressive performances. Kailynn Thompson from Bay Port scored a whopping 30 points, leading her team to a solid win. Meanwhile, Kaia Waldrop from Notre Dame also had a st

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