Owen Michaels Inks Entry-Level Contract with Oilers
Former Fighting Saints forward Owen Michaels has signed a one-year entry-level contract with the Edmonton Oilers. Michaels just finished up a standout career with the Western Michigan University Broncos, winning the 2025 National Championship and being named
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Severe Weather Strikes Eastern Iowa-Northwest Illinois
Severe Weather including tornadoes and up to 3 inch diameter hail struck areas of eastern Iowa and northwest Illinois yesterday. Damage and several power outages have been reported in Jackson County. The Preston, Charlotte, and Delmar area
U.S. stock market swings sharply as Iran conflict fuels oil spike, inflation fears
The U.S. stock market was volatile on Thursday, sliding steeply at the start before trimming most of those losses by midday, though they remained slightly in the red. The S&P 500 dipped roughly 0.2% to near 6,560,
President Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi
President Donald Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi, bringing an abrupt end to her contentious time leading the Justice Department as dissatisfaction with her performance intensified. In a Truth Social announcement, Trump confirmed the move, stating:
Iowa Court of Appeals Upholds Firing of Dubuque Teacher for Using Racial Slur in Front of Students
The firing of a Hempstead High School teacher in 2023 for using a racial slur in front of students has been upheld by the Iowa Court of Appeals. The ruling reverses a lower court’s decision. The appeals
Raiders add veteran QB Kirk Cousins on short-term deal
The Las Vegas Raiders are bringing in an experienced presence under center, agreeing to a one-year deal with veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins. The contract is valued at $20 million and is fully guaranteed, with a potential two-year
Pittsburgh Pirate promote top prospect Konnor Griffin, 19, ahead of home opener
The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to bring up standout shortstop Konnor Griffin—widely regarded as baseball’s top prospect—just ahead of their home opener against the Baltimore Orioles. Still 19 years old, Griffin’s rise has been rapid. Selected ninth
Ella Langley brings star power to cinematic ‘Choosin’ Texas’ video
Ella Langley’s chart-dominating hit “Choosin’ Texas” gets a vivid on-screen treatment in a newly released official video, blending a heartfelt story with a lineup of notable faces. Directed by Langley alongside Wales Toney and Caylee Robillard, the
Hailee Steinfeld and husband Josh Allen welcome baby girl
Hailee Steinfeld and her husband, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, have announced the arrival of their first child—a daughter. “Our baby girl has arrived!!” they shared in a joint message posted to Steinfeld’s Substack on April 2.