Chapman University celebrates graduates; Duffer Brothers share how to slay the monsters of life
The university based in Orange will be handing out diplomas to more than 2,700 graduates over this weekend.
May 26, 2026Open source
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’30 Rock’ star Grizz Chapman dies in his sleep at age 52
Grizz Chapman, the Brooklyn-born actor who made his name on "30 Rock," died this weekend. He was 52.
May 26, 2026Open source
'30 Rock' actor's home destroyed in Woodbridge tractor-trailer crash
The crash was caused by an SUV whose driver pulled in front of the truck on Gordon Boulevard. The tractor-trailer slammed into Grizz Chapman's condo.
May 23, 2026Open source
Actor Grizz Chapman, known for '30 Rock,' dies at 52
Actor Grizz Chapman, known for playing Grizz on "30 Rock," died on Friday at age 52. (Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Photo)
May 23, 2026Open source
NextEra, Dominion want to create a massive power company as AI drives energy demand in the US
By MICHELLE CHAPMAN NextEra Energy is seeking to acquire Dominion Energy in an all-stock deal valued at about $67 billion, creating a massive power company a...
May 18, 2026Open source
Steve Chapman: What the erasure of Cesar Chavez reveals about American politics
In the polarized climate of 2026, you might expect that the people who idolized Cesar Chavez would rise to his defense. But the opposite occurred.
May 6, 2026Open source
How SF Giants plan to incorporate Eldridge, Rodriguez into lineups
Casey Schmitt started at third base on Monday while Matt Chapman wasn't in the starting lineup
May 5, 2026Open source
Presque Isle homeowners wake to find fire consuming their van
Presque Isle homeowners wake to find fire consuming their van
May 4, 2026Open source
Cannon's pitching rescues two games for Wildcats
WAYNE — The Wayne State Wildcat baseball team kept its postseason Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference hopes alive with a 6-5 win over the University of...
May 2, 2026Open source
Cannon/pitching rescue two games for Wildcats
WAYNE - The Wayne State Wildcat baseball team kept its post-season NSIC hopes alive with a 6-5 win over the University of Jamestown at the Pete Chapman Baseb...
May 2, 2026Open source
Stephanie Chapman: Robert's Rules and RSA 91-A are completely different
Stephanie Chapman: Robert's Rules and RSA 91-A are completely different
May 2, 2026Open source
Dynneson and Chapman-Wiseman announced as BGC's Youth of the Month
Dynneson and Chapman-Wiseman announced as BGC's Youth of the Month
May 1, 2026Open source
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Deadly Greenville officer-involved shooting under investigation
An investigation is underway after a man was shot and killed by police Monday night, according to Greenville Police Chief Justin Lovvorn.
May 12, 2026Open source
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Gulf Coast Amtrak train heading to New Orleans hits woman on tracks near Mobile, officials say
An Amtrak train traveling on the Mardi Gras Service route from Mobile to New Orleans hit and killed a woman on the tracks in Irvington, Alabama.
May 20, 2026Open source
911 transcripts reveal before, during and after deadly stabbing at Mount Vernon graduation party
According to the Mobile County Communications District, 12 calls were made in reference to the graduation party.
May 16, 2026Open source
Mobile City Council approves drainage and stormwater projects
Council votes on vegetation and debris removal work across multiple city locations
May 12, 2026Open source
Alabama sets special congressional primary for August
Alabama will hold a special congressional primary election in August after the U.S. Supreme Court tossed out a court-ordered redistricting map and cleared th...
May 12, 2026Open source
Majority wipes out lower court ruling that found GOP officials discriminated against Black voters
The Supreme Court on Monday set aside a lower court ruling that found Alabama’s congressional map illegally and unconstitutionally discriminated against Bl...
May 12, 2026Open source
Supreme Court allows Alabama to eliminate congressional district held by a Black Democrat
The Supreme Court’s conservative majority on Monday allowed Alabama to revert to a congressional map with one majority-Black district in a sudden ruling th...
May 11, 2026Open source
Supreme Court halts order for Alabama to use US House map with 2 largely Black districts
The U.S. Supreme Court has set the stage for Alabama to get rid of one of two largely Black congressional districts before this year’s midterm elections.
May 11, 2026Open source
Supreme Court halts order for Alabama to use US House map with 2 largely Black districts
The U.S. Supreme Court has set the stage for Alabama to get rid of one of two largely Black congressional districts before this year’s midterm elections.
May 11, 2026Open source
Alabama Republicans Pass Last-Minute Gerrymander in Middle of Election
Republicans want to stop an active election so they can redraw the maps and strip Black political power.
May 8, 2026Open source
States Rush to Gerrymander Away Black Electoral Power Following Supreme Court Decision
In states across the old Confederacy and beyond, Republican lawmakers are scrambling to carve up districts once drawn to give Black voters a chance to choose…
May 6, 2026Open source
Black lawmakers decry supreme court voting decision: ‘We’re going backwards’
Terri Sewell and Shomari Figures are at risk of losing their seats in Alabama’s Black congressional districts after ruling
Apr 30, 2026Open source
UCF baseball hopes to make a splash in NCAA Tournament after missing 2025
The Knights finished fourth in the Big 12 baseball standings after missing out on the postseason last year. They'll play N.C. State at the Auburn Regional on...
May 25, 2026Open source
Texas tribe to open new casino on southern reservation
The temporary location will have a groundbreaking ceremony in June, the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas recently announced.
May 22, 2026Open source
Home invasion suspect met occupant on dating site before forcing his way into residence, HPD says
The Houston Police Department says a man was detained after he forced his way into a Montrose-area home on W. Alabama Street overnight.
May 22, 2026Open source
Montrose home invasion suspect met resident on dating app
A man is in custody after allegedly forcing his way into a Montrose home on West Alabama Street after meeting a resident on a dating app, police report.
May 22, 2026Open source
Supreme Court dismisses Alabama's bid to execute inmate with borderline intellectual disability
A divided Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed Alabama's bid to be allowed to execute a convicted murder.
May 21, 2026Open source
Supreme Court dismisses Alabama's bid to execute inmate with borderline intellectual disability
WASHINGTON (AP) — A divided Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed Alabama's bid to be allowed to execute a convicted murder who was found by lower courts to...
May 21, 2026Open source
The Latest: Kentucky polls begin to close as Massie faces Trump-backed challenger
There are primary elections Tuesday in Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia, Oregon, Idaho and Pennsylvania. These contests will be a further test of President Donald...
May 19, 2026Open source
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UCF baseball hopes to make a splash in NCAA Tournament after missing 2025
The Knights finished fourth in the Big 12 baseball standings after missing out on the postseason last year. They'll play N.C. State at the Auburn Regional on...
May 25, 2026Open source
Texas tribe to open new casino on southern reservation
The temporary location will have a groundbreaking ceremony in June, the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas recently announced.
May 22, 2026Open source
Montrose home invasion suspect met resident on dating app
A man is in custody after allegedly forcing his way into a Montrose home on West Alabama Street after meeting a resident on a dating app, police report.
May 22, 2026Open source
Supreme Court dismisses Alabama's bid to execute inmate with borderline intellectual disability
WASHINGTON (AP) — A divided Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed Alabama's bid to be allowed to execute a convicted murder who was found by lower courts to...
May 21, 2026Open source
Gulf Coast Amtrak train heading to New Orleans hits woman on tracks near Mobile, officials say
An Amtrak train traveling on the Mardi Gras Service route from Mobile to New Orleans hit and killed a woman on the tracks in Irvington, Alabama.
May 20, 2026Open source
Former University of Alabama president named sole finalist for UF’s top job
A former University of Alabama president, Stuart Bell, has been named sole finalist for the University of Florida's top job, and UF's board of trustees could...
May 19, 2026Open source
What to watch in Tuesday's primaries as Trump's endorsement is put to the test
Republican primaries in Kentucky, Georgia, Alabama and more reveal whether voters still follow Trump’s endorsements and punish his critics
May 19, 2026Open source
Michelin-recognized Hidden Omakase damaged after SUV crashes into Houston restaurant
A Houston sushi gem faces uncertainty after an SUV crash damaged its Michelin-recognized chef's counter.
May 19, 2026Open source
Auburn grad who just landed dream job allegedly shot and killed by boyfriend's father in Alabama
An Alabama man is facing charges two months after allegedly shooting his son's 22-year-old girlfriend, who was a recent Auburn University graduate and had ju...
May 17, 2026Open source
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