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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Big Changes Coming to Portland's Sports Arena

Portland is at a turning point with its main sports arena, Moda Center. The building is 31 years old and hasn’t had major updates since it opened. Leaders want to spend $365 million from state bonds to renovate it. They also need the city and county to add $222 million more. The goal is keeping the

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

King Charles Visits America: A Tale of Two Leaders

King Charles III landed in Washington for a state trip at a time when U. S. –British ties feel shaky. Many Britons think the visit should be called off, yet it is proceeding under tighter security after a shooting at a White House dinner. The idea of a “special relationship, ” first voiced by Winsto

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

States Rally to Protect Their Citizens From Prediction Market Overreach

A group of state attorneys general, totaling thirty‑eight, has filed a joint legal support document for Massachusetts in its fight against the online prediction platform Kal Shi. The states argue that allowing a federal agency to control this type of market would undermine their long‑standing author

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Apr 27 2026BUSINESS

Bridgewater’s newest tech hub ready for action

A big empty warehouse in Bridgewater, New Jersey, just got a second life. A company called Denholtz turned a 73, 429-square-foot space into a modern industrial building packed with tech-friendly features. The building sits near two major highways—Interstate 78 and 287—making it easy for trucks to ro

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Who Should Really Lead California’s Insurance Reforms?

California’s insurance commissioner race might not grab headlines like governor or senator, but it plays a huge role in keeping homes, businesses, and the economy stable. For years, insurance companies struggled with wildfires, rising costs, and outdated rules that made it hard to adjust rates fairl

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Apr 26 2026EDUCATION

Ohio State's last six decades: A story of leadership

Six decades ago, a small team began shaping something bigger than themselves at Ohio State. They didn’t set out to create a legacy, but their work laid the foundation for something that would outlast them all. Today, that influence still shapes decisions, policies, and student experiences across cam

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Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Why Alaska's Pension Plan Rewrite Gets Controversial Fast

Alaska’s government is updating how thousands of public workers save for retirement—but not everyone likes the changes. A new bill pushes the state to bring back guaranteed pensions after an old system collapsed in 2006. That earlier plan failed because lawmakers didn’t pay enough into it, leaving w

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Apr 26 2026LIFESTYLE

Moving to Topeka: Why It Became Home for a Quarter Century

In 1999, a family left Nebraska not because they were running away, but because they felt they’d found something better. Topeka offered real benefits: homes they could afford, jobs that paid the bills, and quick trips to bigger cities like Lawrence or Kansas City. Yet the real appeal wasn’t just pra

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Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Could Maine handle a political outsider turning things around?

Maine isn't just dealing with high costs and weak schools – it's facing deeper issues. Over 8 years, the state budget ballooned by almost double, hitting $14. 5 billion in 2024. But while money grew, reading scores for students dropped shockingly low, with only about a quarter reading at their grade

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Apr 26 2026BUSINESS

Mini Golf by the Lighthouse Has a $5. 7M Price Tag

A famous mini golf spot on Long Beach Island is up for grabs at $5. 7 million. The course sits next to a marina, near a big lighthouse, and across from a community park. It has 36 holes and three towering waterfalls that make the game more fun. The land is right on the water with great views. Buyer

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