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Ben Roethlisberger (7) being tripped up by Miami Dolphin Jordan Phillips (97) during the Steelers week six matchup.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of Oct. 17-23

By Sofia Ketels, Intern October 17, 2016

Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump to face off in final presidential debate On Wednesday, the final debate of this election season premieres. The debate will be moderated by Fox News correspondent...

The banner for Max Steel, which hits theaters Friday.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of Oct. 10-16

By Michal Ruprecht, Assistant Editor October 10, 2016

US government accuses Russia of hacking On Friday the Obama Administration officially blamed Russia for hacking into the Democratic National Committee and other political organizations. As...

The course of Hurricane Matthew over the past few days in the Caribbean region.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of Oct. 3-9

By Sonny Mulpuri, Digital Editor October 3, 2016

Hurricane Matthew reaches Haiti Haiti’s southern peninsula was hit by 45 miles per hour winds this week. As a result, Hurricane Matthew was classified as a category four hurricane. It’s estimated...

Hillary Clinton (left) and Donald Trump (right) face off in a debate on Monday night.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of Sept. 26-Oct. 2

By Sarah Wietecha, digital editor September 26, 2016

1. Winnie the Pooh series to induct new character The beloved children’s series Winnie the Pooh, is approaching its 90th anniversary, and to commemorate, Penguin, a new character, will debut in the...

Boxer Muhammad Ali died this past weekend.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of June 6-12

By Sarah Wietecha, Digital Editor June 6, 2016

World famous boxer Muhammad Ali dies at 74 On Saturday June 4, boxing legend, Muhammad Ali passed away after being hospitalized Monday morning for respiratory reasons. His death has sparked a debate...

Lebron James (left) and Steph Curry (right) shake hands after last years game six.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of May 30- June 5

By Billy Steigelman, Assistant Editor May 30, 2016

NBA Finals set for rematch The Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers will play each other in a rematch of last year’s NBA Finals, which the Warriors won in six games. Game one...

Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin vetoed a controversial bill on May 20.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of May 23-29

By Trevor Mieczkowski, Assistant Editor May 22, 2016

  Oklahoma governor vetoes controversial abortion bill   On Friday, May 20, Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin (R) vetoed a bill that would have made it a felony for doctors to perform...

Dick McAuliffe played from 1960-1973 for the Detroit Tigers and retired in 1973 as a member of the Boston Red Sox. Named to the all-star team three times while winning a championship in 1968.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of May 16-22

By Sonny Mulpuri, Digital Editor May 16, 2016

Transgender students afforded bathroom of choice in public schools President Obama and his administration called for public schools to allow students to use the bathroom that matches the gender...

Five islands of the tiny topical nation of Solomon Islands have now vanished due to rising sea levels.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of May 9-15

By Olivia Robinson, Staff Reporter May 9, 2016

Steph Curry wins second MVP award The Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry made history off the courts on Tuesday by being voted the first unanimous MVP winner in NBA history. Curry was voted...

President Barack Obama, right, with his daughter Malia Obama, wave as they arrive at the White House in Washington.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of May 2-8

By Alex Harring, Assistant Managing Editor May 2, 2016

1. Malia Obama announces future plans Yesterday the White House announced that President Obama’s oldest daughter, Malia, will attend Harvard University in 2017. Malia is graduating from Sidwell Friends...

Prince was found dead at his retreat in Paisley Park

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of April 25- May 1

By Erin Kaled, Digital Editor April 25, 2016

Cruz and Kasich team up against Trump Hopeful presidential candidates Ted Cruz and John Kasich hope to divide the upcoming delegates. Texas senator Ted Cruz plans on taking Indiana while Kasich...

A photo from the first weekend of Coachella.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of April 18-24

By Olivia Robinson, Senior Assistant Editor April 18, 2016

1. New York primaries to begin On Tuesday, April 19, the remaining five presidential candidates will vie for New York’s delegates. Self-proclaimed Democratic socialist Bernie Sanders is going head...

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