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May 23 2026CRIME

Baltimore County’s next prosecutor faces tough choices on youth crime

The race for Baltimore County’s top prosecutor spot is heating up, with candidates pushing different ideas on how to handle rising crime. One candidate argues that current policies aren’t working and wants stronger action against juvenile offenses. She points to recent crime spikes in areas like Tow

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May 23 2026SPORTS

Detroit gears up for racing and space adventures

The streets of downtown Detroit will buzz with speed and energy later this month as the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix hits town for another round. This marks the fourth time the event has taken over the city’s pavement, giving locals a chance to watch high-octane racing right where they live and work

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May 23 2026SPORTS

A racing legend remembered: how Kyle Busch’s impact crossed sports

Kyle Busch wasn’t just another NASCAR star. When news broke that he had died at 41 after a sudden medical issue, the sports world reacted like it had lost a family member. Hockey fans stood silent in the arena. Football players and racing rivals shared heartfelt posts. Even global racing series like

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May 23 2026CRIME

A land deal turned sour over old-school racism

A white woman with Jewish roots and a Black husband found out the hard way that some groups still think race decides who gets to own land. Michelle Walker, a real estate agent from Missouri, tried to buy a bargain plot in an Arkansas community run by Return to the Land—a group that openly says it wa

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May 23 2026ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change: A Threat to Both People and Planet

The earth is heating up fast, and it’s no small problem. Scientists warn that if we don’t act soon, millions of people could face extreme heat, food shortages, and even death. The worst part? Many of these people live in places where life is already tough. The richest nations, mostly in North Americ

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May 22 2026POLITICS

Redrawing the Map: A Call for Fairness in South Carolina

South Carolina’s lawmakers are currently debating how to redraw congressional district lines. The stakes are high: the shape of these maps can decide who gets to speak for a community in Washington. Some politicians believe that reshaping the districts will give them an easier path to reelecti

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May 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Comedians face backlash for jokes that hit too close to home

A recent comedy event meant to celebrate Kevin Hart’s career took a sharp turn when two comedians crossed lines with jokes about race and tragedy. Tony Hinchcliffe joked about George Floyd, a Black man whose death during police restraint sparked global protests, saying Floyd was "laughing so hard he

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May 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI startups gamble on videos that actually chat back

A former YouTube star turned tech boss thinks the next big thing in entertainment is video you can argue with. Instead of just watching, the new AI lab wants viewers to ask questions, get critiques, and hold real conversations with on-screen hosts. The idea isn’t just about making old videos cheaper

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May 22 2026SPORTS

Rains put brakes on high school track finals in Tennessee

Heavy rain turned the last day of Tennessee’s high school track finals into a soggy wait. The Class AAA championships at Tom Black Track in Knoxville got called off multiple times. The boys’ pole vault managed just three attempts before lightning forced a pause. Meanwhile, the girls’ pole vault hadn

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May 22 2026SPORTS

Rain Threat Looms Over NASCAR's Biggest Endurance Race

This weekend’s Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte faces a serious weather challenge. Heavy storms are expected to roll in from Friday through Sunday, with the worst conditions likely hitting Saturday. The Charlotte Motor Speedway could see near-constant rain, turning practice sessions and qualifying into ga

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