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Chip Kelly calls a play with the modern Northwestern stadium and focused quarterback in foreground

Chip Kelly Named Northwestern’s Offensive Coordinator

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 1, 2026

At a Glance Chip Kelly named Northwestern's offensive coordinator Kelly previously led Oregon to a 46-7 record and a national championship game...

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Entertainment News Film Review Movie News

2025’s Top Films: From Intimate Drama to Wild Thriller

Aiden V. Crossfield January 1, 2026

At a Glance 2025 offered a rich variety of original films, free from mainstream superhero and franchise dominance. Joachim Trier's Sentimental Value...

Judge Paula Xinis stands with arms crossed behind metal desk with two U.S. Marshals and a weary handcuffed immigrant looking

Legal News Political News

Judge Bars ICE from Detaining Abrego Garcia

Morgan J. Carter January 1, 2026

At a Glance Judge Paula Xinis orders ICE not to re-detain Salvadoran immigrant Kilmar Abrego Garcia. A newly unsealed DOJ order shows the department...

Football player Trevon Diggs walking away from AT&T Stadium with sunset sky and Dallas skyline reflected on glass

NFL Sports News

Cowboys Cut 2021 All-Pro Star Trevon Diggs

Julia N. Fairmont January 1, 2026

At a Glance Cowboys waive cornerback Trevon Diggs, ending a turbulent season. Team record 7-8-1 and already out of playoffs. 2021 All-Pro star with...

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Breaking News Local News

Austin Opens Cold Shelters, Revamps Sixth Street, Investigates Homicide

Hannah E. Clearwater January 1, 2026

> At a Glance > - Austin opens temporary cold shelters for the night. > - City unveils a preliminary plan to revamp Sixth Street. > - Police...

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Government News Local News

Williamson County Renews 911 Mental Health Dispatch Program

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 1, 2026

At a Glance Williamson County renews 911 dispatch mental health diversion agreement. Partnership with Bluebonnet Trails embeds mental health...

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Breaking News Local News

Northern California Swimmer Dead After Shark Attack

Morgan J. Carter January 1, 2026

> At a Glance > - A 55-year-old swimmer was found dead after a shark attack off Northern California's coast. > - Her body was recovered days after...

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Crime News Local News

APD Seeks Public Help Identifying Four Suspects in Dec. Vehicle Theft

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 1, 2026

At a Glance Police ask public to identify four suspects in a December vehicle theft and card fraud. Vehicle recovered; debit card used the next day...

Renee Hardman raising her right arm in victory with Iowa Senate flags waving around and an Iowa map behind.

Local News Political News

Iowa Senate Special Election: Black Woman Keeps GOP from Supermajority

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 1, 2026

At a Glance Democrat Renee Hardman wins Iowa Senate seat, keeping Republicans from a supermajority. Hardman defeats Republican Lucas Loftin by 43...

David Hoffmann stands confidently with hands clasped near a bookshelf of books as a billionaire investor CEO and leadership.

Business News Local News

David Hoffmann Buys Lee Enterprises for $50M, Shakes Up Newspapers

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 1, 2026

At a Glance David Hoffmann will take over Lee Enterprises with a $50 M investment. CEO Kevin Mowbray will retire after 39 years. Shares surged over...