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Missouri Coach Says Freshman Lineman Placed on Heart Transplant List — 6dMissouri coach Eli Drinkwitz said Tuesday that freshman OL Johnnie "DJ" Jones is on a heart transplant list at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville after a summer-detected heart issue worsened.

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Duck Dynasty’s Bella Robertson Welcomes First Child — Sep 20, 2026Bella Robertson Mayo and her husband Jacob Mayo welcomed their first child, a girl named Merritt Presley Mayo, described as a rainbow baby weighing 6 lb 8 oz. The couple has previously discussed fertility struggles publicly, sharing their journey on family podcasts and interviews.

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Pair Sentenced in 11-State $362K Walmart Theft — Sep 17, 2026Two men, Anthony Belser and George Mayo, were sentenced to 25 and 40 years respectively for a $362,844 Walmart theft scheme spanning 11 states over 10 months, with investigators noting a consistent method of hiding merchandise inside larger items and later transferring it into emptied boxes. Prosecutors said the case relied on a Georgia-led investigation and charged both with RICO-related counts related to organized retail theft.

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İzmir Mayor Joins AKP, Shifting Mayoral Control — 5dIzmir Mayor Cemil Tugay joined Erdoğan’s AKP on Oct. 7, 2026, giving the ruling party the mayoralty of Turkey’s third-largest city, a seat it had never won at the ballot box.

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Ottumwa Council Opens Meeting With Satanic Invocation — 5dAn Ottumwa, Iowa, city council meeting opened with a Satanic Temple member’s invocation ending “Hail Satan,” under a policy allowing residents of any faith or belief system to give invocations. A local pastor objected and called for the city to reverse a curse, prompting a brief dispute and a mayor-called moment of silence.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Anaheim Mayor Faces New Allegations From Chief of Staff Over Drinking and Remarks — Oct 2, 2026Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken is facing a series of allegations from her chief of staff, who claims the mayor repeatedly appeared impaired at city-related events and made inappropr… — by Andrew Powell

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Chris Dalton Alcohol issues at work are one thing, but the remarks add another layer that makes her fitness for office questionable.

Court Jails Wuhan Ex-Mayor 14 Years for Bribery — 2dFormer Wuhan mayor Zhou Xianwang was sentenced to 14 years in prison and fined 5 million yuan after a Chinese court found he accepted more than 60.5 million yuan in bribes while using government posts to help businesses and individuals secure contracts and approvals. The court said his admission of guilt and return of illicit assets contributed to a reduced sentence.

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Laredo Chamber Plans Four-Candidate Mayoral ForumPolitics — Oct 5, 2026The Laredo Chamber of Commerce is holding a nonpartisan forum with mayoral candidates Victor Trevino, Alyssa Cigarroa, Alfonso Casso and J.D. Gonzalez, focusing on issues affecting residents and businesses, including permitting, economic development and transparency. The event is part of the city’s broader series of public forums for the 2026 elections, which includes other City Council and municipal races.

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Fargo Counts Votes on Ward-Based GovernmentPolitics — Oct 5, 2026Fargo voters are deciding whether to replace citywide elections for commissioners with six neighborhood-based wards, while keeping the mayor elected citywide but changing the mayor’s voting and veto powers. Supporters say wards would strengthen neighborhood representation; opponents argue the current system should remain, and ballot counting was still underway after polls closed.

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Critchlow Announces First South Bend 2027 Mayoral BidPolitics — Oct 5, 2026Portage Township Trustee Jason Critchlow has announced a Democratic campaign for South Bend mayor in 2027, becoming the first candidate to enter the race. It will be his second bid after finishing second in the 2019 primary; Critchlow says he wants to build on the city’s progress and focus on practical services, neighborhood safety and accountability.

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Lincoln Mayor Highlights Housing, Safety, Infrastructure — Oct 5, 2026Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird’s State of the City address highlighted public safety, infrastructure, housing and workforce development, while arguing the city’s strong position requires continued investment. She cited full police staffing, 31 police positions added during her tenure, major street spending and record residential permitting as signs of progress.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Candidates outline platforms across four statesPolitics — Sep 30, 2026Harrison mayoral candidates Jason Watts emphasizes service-oriented city government, while incumbent council member Mitch Magness points to civic experience and infrastructure needs such as water and sewage capacity. Elsewhere, Texas gubernatorial candidate Pat Dixon promotes Libertarian priorities, Flint City Council hopeful Ramie Yelle draws on his Navy and public-health background, and Shreveport mayoral candidate Stormy Gage-Watts highlights neighborhood revitalization, youth opportunities and civic equity.

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Pete Davidson Has One Blunt Request for NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani — Oct 1, 2026Pete Davidson had a straightforward request for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during an appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" — fix the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. According to F… — by Andrew Powell

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Derek Foss I drive it twice a week and the potholes are dangerous. Glad someone famous is finally saying it out loud.

NYC Mayor Appears to Mock Man City Ruling — Sep 26, 2026New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, an Arsenal supporter, appeared to mock rival Manchester City by posting “114” after reports that the club was found guilty of 114 Premier League financial-rule charges. City denies wrongdoing and is expected to appeal; sanctions have not yet been determined.

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Trump, Mamdani plan Gracie Mansion meeting — Sep 20, 2026President Trump and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani will meet Monday, Sept. 21, 2026, at Gracie Mansion, their first meeting on the mayor's home turf and third overall.

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Riley Bennett · IJR Editorial The reader flags that state-level power sits with the governor more than the mayor. Thanks for the concrete feedback on who matters in these stories. It honestly shapes what we cover going forward.

Soccer vs American FootballYourlist — VS BattleThe world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.

Georgia Mayor Removed After 10 Months in Office — Sep 15, 2026Georgia’s youngest elected mayor only lasted 10 months in office after allegations that he misused city funds and exchanged sexually suggestive messages and images with an 18-year-… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Tom Gallagher Those messages show terrible judgment for any official, even if the other person was legally an adult.

Mamdani Orders First NYPD Force Review in Decade — 12hMayor Zohran Mamdani ordered the NYPD's first comprehensive use-of-force review in a decade, with community input after the 2024 fatal shooting of 19-year-old Win Rozario.

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Unions warn Mamdani NYPD force review won't improve safety — 3hAfter a justified 2024 shooting and an officer’s disability retirement, Mayor Mamdani ordered the first comprehensive use-of-force review in a decade. Police unions say the move appeases his base and ignores CCRB bias.

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Sam Okafor If the CCRB already shows bias against officers, folding that into the review will just waste time and lower morale.

Frey Nominates Interim Chief Peterson for Permanent Minneapolis Police Role — 3dAfter Brian O'Hara resigned amid interference allegations, Mayor Frey named interim chief Bill Peterson for the permanent Minneapolis police job. Peterson had said he did not want it and pledged to bring overtime spending within budget.

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ICE Shooting Wounds Man, Sparks NYC Clashes — 3dAn ICE agent shot and wounded 28-year-old Oscar Belgal during a targeted arrest operation in New York City’s Marble Hill neighborhood; his 5-year-old son, who was in the car, was unharmed. DHS cited Belgal’s criminal history but has not explained what led the agent to fire, while Mayor Zohran Mamdani called for ICE to be abolished and protests outside a hospital where Belgal was treated led to clashes and arrests.

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Russia beats India 8-0 in friendlyPolitics — 2dA commentary argues that Sara Duterte’s defense is prolonging her impeachment trial by exploiting a court’s apparent concern about being seen as unfair, while testimony from Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte has raised questions about his claimed lack of knowledge of city contracts.

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Johnson campaigns for Pennsylvania Republicans in tight races — 6dHouse Speaker Mike Johnson campaigned across Pennsylvania with Republican Reps. Scott Perry and Rob Bresnahan, casting their competitive races as crucial to preserving the GOP’s narrow House majority. Perry faces a rematch with Janelle Stelson, while Bresnahan is challenged by Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti; Johnson promoted Republican policies and acknowledged political headwinds, including rising fuel prices.

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Burnham to Publish Manchester City Dealings After Criticism — 1dPrime Minister Andy Burnham says he will make public his dealings with Manchester City during his time as Greater Manchester mayor, including details of one significant meeting in 2021. The pledge follows criticism of his comments about the club’s owners after an independent commission found City breached Premier League financial rules; the club is appealing, and the process is ongoing.

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Charleston names Webb next police chief — 3dCharleston Deputy Police Chief Jason Webb, a longtime department veteran, will become police chief on Oct. 22, when Chief Scott Dempsey retires after 26 years with the force. Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin praised Webb’s leadership and commitment, and Dempsey said he has confidence in his successor.

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