Dodgers weigh Ohtani's September return amid MVP chase — Aug 8, 2026The Dodgers’ slide continues as they staggered through a seven-game skid while Shohei Ohtani, who has been dominating at the plate, has not pitched since July 3 due to knee and biceps issues; management is weighing a cautious return, likely using him in a multi-inning opener or limited bursts rather than as a full-time starter, with a bullpen progression and hopes for a postseason rotation by mid-September.
Regional School Start Dates Set for 2026-27Lifestyle — Jul 24, 2026Across the country, school districts are unveiling 2026-27 start calendars, with some August openings and varied schedules as districts from Socorro ISD in Texas to San Antonio, Metro Atlanta, New York, and Colorado coordinate back-to-school timing. Socorro ISD highlights a strong financial turnaround, new programs such as the Team SISD Senior Pass and P-TECH, and celebrates thousands of graduates, while New York districts are moving start times earlier to cope with bus-driver shortages and Colorado districts list staggered or delayed starts due to local issues.