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Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready releases 20-year rock opera title track
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Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready released “Farewell to Seasons,” the title track and first single from an 11-song rock opera inspired by his experiences in Seattle’s grunge scene. The project, developed over two decades and paired with a Z2 graphic novel about fictional musician David Williams, is set for release Dec. 1 with an animated video accompanying the single.
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Dana Whitfield
This rock opera sounds like a solid way for McCready to reflect on the grunge years without the usual band spotlight.
Rock Hall Ceremony Expects Major Inductee Absences
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Several major 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees—including Oasis, Sade and Iron Maiden—will miss Saturday’s Los Angeles ceremony, while Joy Division/New Order members Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert are also expected to be absent for health-related reasons. Phil Collins plans to attend but not perform, and with organizers keeping presenters and musical guests under wraps, the event’s performance lineup remains uncertain.
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Jared Kim
It's a shame so many big acts like Oasis and Iron Maiden are skipping the ceremony, it takes away from the event.
SE Louisiana Beats Little Rock 83-79
Sports
— Nov 7, 2026
Southeastern Louisiana beat Little Rock 83-79, led by Jackson Furman’s 21 points. A separate matchup preview favored Little Rock, citing stronger scoring and defensive numbers.
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Millions in Jackpots Won Across U.S. Casinos, Lottery
Lifestyle
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Recent lottery and casino wins included a New Jersey man’s $1 million scratch-off prize, which he plans to use to pay off his mortgage and buy a car. Casino jackpots included nearly $700,000 at Paris Las Vegas, $250,000 at Hard Rock Atlantic City, about $242,000 at Treasure Island and more than $181,000 at Red Rock Casino.
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Duffy Floats $50 Billion Price Tag For Congress To Prevent Repeat Paralysis Of US Air Travel
Spencer Lombardo · 4 min · 2h
Football Slate Spans High School, College
Sports
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The articles cover several college and high school football matchups, including game-day details for Tennessee State’s Senior Day and Slippery Rock’s conference championship, as well as photo coverage and results from other games.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From 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.
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Sissy’s Log Cabin Opens 13,000-Square-Foot Flagship
Business
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Sissy’s Log Cabin has opened its largest store, a 13,000-square-foot luxury flagship in Little Rock’s Heights neighborhood, with expanded jewelry and watch selections, designer boutiques and a certified pre-owned Rolex program. The family-owned retailer says the store honors its Pine Bluff roots while signaling a long-term commitment to Little Rock; a grand-opening ceremony is planned for January.
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Mizzou women top Little Rock 73-50 behind Slaughter's 23 points
Sports
— Nov 7, 2026
Missouri women’s basketball beat Little Rock 73-50 on the road, pulling away after a tied first quarter. Grace Slaughter led the Tigers with 23 points, while Natalya Hodge added 15.
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Kentucky Fans Paint Tennessee’s Iconic Rock Blue
Will Stein
— Nov 7, 2026
Kentucky fans painted Tennessee’s campus landmark The Rock blue ahead of the teams’ high-stakes game, a harmless rivalry prank that was quickly covered over. The Wildcats entered the matchup 7-1 and ranked No. 6 in the first College Football Playoff rankings, while Tennessee was No. 13.
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Television Guitarist, Other Rock Musicians Die
Doro Pesch
— Nov 7, 2026
Richard Lloyd, the influential Television guitarist whose work helped shape post-punk and indie rock, has died at 75 after bile duct cancer. The articles also report the deaths of musicians Guyton Sanders, former Warlock guitarist Rudy Graf, and drummer Bobby Taylor, each remembered for contributions to their bands and music communities.
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Footage Shows Family Scrambling as Brooklyn Building Begins to Collapse
Newly released footage from inside a Brooklyn apartment shows a family scrambling for safety as their building suddenly began collapsing, killing eight people and leaving at least… — by Andrew Powell
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Cumulus cuts radio staff across markets
Business
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Cumulus Media has begun another round of layoffs following its exit from Chapter 11 and acquisition by Alden Global Capital, affecting on-air talent and other staff in markets including Little Rock, Albuquerque, Houston, Nashville and Minneapolis. The total number of cuts and the company’s plans for affected stations remain unclear.
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Little Rock Sets Record With 108-12 Win
Sports
— Nov 5, 2026
Little Rock volleyball rallied from an opening-set loss to beat Tarleton State 3-1. In basketball, the men were set to host SE Louisiana after a loss to VCU, while the women prepared to face Missouri after opening their season with a program-record 108-point win.
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Support Trump vs Support Democrats
Yourlist
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Every executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.
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American Cruise Lines launches first Arkansas River cruise
Travel
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American Cruise Lines has launched its first nine-day Arkansas River cruise, connecting Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Little Rock, Arkansas, with stops in smaller regional communities. The inaugural sailings sold out quickly, and demand is already strong for 2027 departures as the company expands its U.S. river itineraries.
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“The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” — Psalms 18:2, New International Version Holy Bib
Community
— Nov 2, 2026
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Beloit Woman Arrested in Alleged Felony Fourth OWI
Health
— Nov 4, 2026
A 44-year-old Beloit woman was arrested in Rock County on suspicion of a fourth OWI after a deputy responding to a traffic complaint found her vehicle in the Town of Rock and reported signs of impairment. A fourth OWI is a felony in Wisconsin, and she was scheduled to appear in court.
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Minneapolis Narrowly Votes To Make Big Data Centers Buy Green Power
Simon August · 5 min · 5h
Riverside Police Cite Knife in Fatal Shooting of Man in 50s
World
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A Riverside police officer fatally shot a man in his 50s Sunday night after reporting that he had thrown a rock at a patrol car and was armed with a knife. Witnesses said they saw no weapon, and investigators are examining the circumstances, including what threat the officer perceived before firing.
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Answer honestly and the AI sketches your soulmate
Quizie
— Quiz
Not who you think you want — who your answers say you need. The AI drafts the wanted poster.
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The Funeral Portrait Announces 20-Date A Hex on the Nation Tour
Entertainment
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The Funeral Portrait announced a 20-date 2027 A Hex on the Nation Tour, running March 2 to March 28 with Archers, Creeper, If Not For Me and FKA Rayne. The Atlanta rock band also released its new single “My Future Prediction” as its album Greetings From Suffocate City surpasses 100 million streams.
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St. Louis Drummer Bobby Taylor Dies at 58
Health
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St. Louis rock drummer Bobby Taylor, best known for playing with Foreplay, has died at 58 after a years-long battle with squamous cell carcinoma. His wife and fellow musicians shared tributes remembering his resilience, talent and impact on the local music community.
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Garth Brooks Extends Tour With 2026 Minneapolis and 2027 Arkansas Dates
Garth Brooks
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Garth Brooks is extending his “Blame It All on My Roots” arena tour into 2027 with its first announced dates: two concerts February 5–6 at Simmons Bank Arena in North Little Rock, Arkansas. He also announced two Minneapolis shows at Target Center on December 11–12, 2026, where he holds the venue record for most headline performances by a solo artist.
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Two Dead in Little Rock-Area Incidents
World
— Nov 1, 2026
North Little Rock police are investigating after an unidentified woman was found dead inside a vehicle on Halloween night; the state crime lab will determine the cause and manner of death. Separately, a Halloween-night shooting in Little Rock left one man dead and several people injured, with police yet to identify victims or a suspect.
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Duffy Floats $50 Billion Price Tag For Congress To Prevent Repeat Paralysis Of US Air Travel
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy doubled-down during a Saturday press conference on his request for Congress to give his department $50 billion to upgrade America's air traffic control systems.
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White Rock group set to host Baseball BC Summer Games in Surrey
Sports
— Nov 2, 2026
White Rock South Surrey Baseball Association will host the 2027 Baseball BC Summer Games June 25–27, featuring 14U and 15U divisions. Tryout details are expected in January.
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Philadelphia School Applications Face Timeline Changes
Politics
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Philadelphia extended its 2027–28 school-selection application deadline to Dec. 16 after Pennsylvania delayed release of 2026 assessment results. In other education news, Valley City’s new-school project rerouted a sewer line after crews encountered rock, while Lancaster’s Bench Mark Program offers young people free fitness, academic help, meals and mentorship.
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Pedestrian bridge opens in Medina; crossings proposed elsewhere
Politics
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Medina has completed a grant-funded pedestrian bridge and sidewalk project, while Naperville is weighing two designs for a Riverwalk extension that would preserve trail connectivity at different costs. Elsewhere, Little Rock is set to consider funding a study of safe crossing options, and Herefordshire Council says it is developing broader highway improvements to address pedestrian safety near John Kyrle High School.
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2026 Albums Span Genres and Regions
Music
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Coverage of 2026 music highlights a year of acclaimed pop, indie and local releases, with artists including Olivia Rodrigo, Charli xcx, Phoebe Bridgers and Billy Strings among the names drawing attention. Meanwhile, announced rock and metal albums are already building anticipation for 2027, including new projects and lineup debuts.
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Coast Guard Suspends Search for Swept-Away Woman
World
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The Coast Guard has suspended its search for 24-year-old Senah Park, who was swept out to sea after rising tides trapped her group near a rock arch at Panther Beach in Santa Cruz County. Multiple agencies searched a roughly 95-square-mile area but found no sign of her; authorities warn that tides and strong surf can quickly make the coastal passages dangerous.
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Congress Probes Disturbing String Of Suicides At NSA, Cyber Command
Jillian Butler · 3 min · 8h
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