Community Sports
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 · Plainfield
Mendoza Selected as Top Pick in NFL Draft
Fernando Mendoza was selected as the consensus top pick in the NFL Draft. The quarterback will join a new franchise after distinguishing himself as a prospect through an unorthodox playing style and decision-making approach.
Lightning defeat Canadiens 3-2 in OT to even series
Tampa Bay scored three unanswered goals, including the overtime winner, to defeat Montreal 3-2 in Game 2. The victory ties the Eastern Conference quarterfinal series at one game apiece.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
How extreme heat damages the human body
Human bodies employ natural cooling mechanisms, but these systems fail under sustained high heat and humidity. Understanding the physiological effects of extreme temperatures can help people recognize danger signs and take protective steps.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
NFL Draft: Teams Signal Early Moves as First Round Approaches
With the 2024 NFL Draft days away, four AFC and NFC teams with top-five picks are narrowing their focus on quarterback prospects, while Los Angeles positions itself as a potential trade partner in Round 1.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
National Weather Service declares El Niño has begun
The National Weather Service officially confirmed the arrival of El Niño, a weather pattern that forecasters say could match some of the most intense versions recorded. The phenomenon typically brings heat waves, drought conditions and severe flooding to different parts of the world.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026