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On this day in history, February 12, 1809, Abraham Lincoln is born in Kentucky
America’s 16th president, Abraham Lincoln, was born in Hodgenville, Kentucky, on this day in history, Feb. 12, 1809.
Lincoln grew up in a poor family, the son of a Kentucky frontiersman — and struggled to become educated, according to whitehouse.gov.
Young Lincoln attended school for only one year until he left to learn independently by reading, History.com reports.
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When Lincoln was eight years old, his family moved to Indiana, which he described as a “wild region with many bears and other wild animals still in the woods.”
Lincoln’s mother passed away when he was 10 years old. Young Abe spent the remainder of his childhood with his father and siblings in the family’s Pigeon Creek log cabin, the Indiana Department of Administration reports on its website.
A drawing of the early home of Abraham Lincoln in 19th century Gentryville, Indiana, is shown here. (The Print Collector/Print Collector/Getty Images)
As an adult, Lincoln moved to Illinois, where he worked several different jobs: postmaster, surveyor and shopkeeper.
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Lincoln was also a “legendary wrestler” in Illinois due to his impressive physical strength and 6’4″ stature, History.com reports.
Lincoln first entered politics in 1834 when he began serving in the Illinois legislature.
He served in that body until 1842 — the same year he married Mary Todd.
The Lincoln family in a lithograph, from left: Abraham Lincoln, William Lincoln, Robert Lincoln, Mary Todd Lincoln and Thomas Lincoln. The lithograph was published by Kelly and Sons in 1861. (Glasshouse Vintage/Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
He served in Congress from 1847 to 1849 and went on to become an attorney, according to History.com.
In the 1850s, as the nation’s division over slavery grew more intense, Lincoln returned to politics as leader of the Republican Party.
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Even though he was considered politically moderate, Lincoln advocated for the restriction of slavery in states where it existed.
Lincoln reminded the nation that “a house divided against itself cannot stand.”
During his run for Senate in 1858, Lincoln reminded the nation that “a house divided against itself cannot stand,” according to History.com.
Abraham Lincoln, 16th president of the United States. His presidential campaign favored abolition but prioritized saving the Union. (Historica Graphica Collection/Heritage Images/Getty Images)
Lincoln lost the Senate seat but gained national recognition for his unified political stance.
In 1860, Lincoln launched his presidential campaign, which favored abolition but prioritized saving the Union.
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Lincoln won the presidency by 400,000 popular votes about one year before the Civil War began — which was on April 12, 1861, according to Senate.gov.
In 1863, Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing enslaved people in the Confederate states.
President Abraham Lincoln with General George B. McClellan at his headquarters at Antietam, Oct. 3, 1862. From left: General George W. Morell, Colonel Alexander S. Webb, General McClellan, scout Adams, Dr. Jonathan Letterman, unidentified officer, President Lincoln, Colonel Henry Hunt, General Fitz, John Porter, unidentified officer. (Getty Images)
Lincoln’s efforts to abolish slavery earned him the nickname “the Great Emancipator,” despite his initial waffling on the issue at the beginning of the war.
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Lincoln was known for entertaining friends and guests with his “dry, folksy wit,” History.com reports.
He was also a great animal lover and brought a variety of pets into the White House — including a turkey named Jack and a goat named Nanko.
Although he was likable, Lincoln’s decision to end slavery didn’t sit well with Confederate sympathizers, reportedly leading to his assassination by John Wilkes Booth on April 14, 1865.
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Wisconsin’s Most Wanted: John Luckett
U.S. Marshals are searching for a man charged with smuggling drugs into jail that killed his cellmate. John Luckett bonded out and is now on the run.
MILWAUKEE – U.S. Marshals are searching for a man charged with smuggling drugs into jail that killed his cellmate. John Luckett bonded out and is now on the run.
John Luckett on the run
What we know:
“It clearly shows no remorse for the victim,” the U.S. Marshal on the case said.
In May 2025, Luckett was booked into the Milwaukee County Jail on gun charges. Hours later, a corrections officer checked his cell.
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“His cellmate started to experience a medical emergency and eventually passed away from what was eventually learned to be a narcotics overdose,” the marshal explained.
A criminal complaint explains, officers searched Luckett’s body and found drugs hidden in his underwear.
“That’s when they found the five bags of narcotics, and those narcotics tested positive for cocaine and fentanyl,” the marshal said.
Luckett eventually bonded out, and was showing up to court. That changed when he was charged with first-degree reckless homicide. A warrant was issued for Luckett’s arrest. U.S. Marshals say he is still in the Milwaukee area.
“He’s already killed one person with these drugs and if he’s still out there dealing now, he’s endangering the public,” the marshal said.
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Luckett is described as being 5’8″ tall and weighing 160 pounds. The 37-year-old has a history of gun and drug charges.
Call with tips
What you can do:
If you know where Luckett is located, you are urged to call the U.S. Marshal Tip Line at 414-297-3707. You will remain anonymous.
The Source: Information in this post was provided by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force.
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DETROIT, MICHIGAN – MARCH 12: Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons while playing the Philadelphia 76ers at Little Caesars Arena on March 12, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
The 2026 NBA offseason looks to be an interesting one for the Detroit Pistons, who are fresh off a 60-win regular season. The Pistons have had one of the most impressive turnarounds in recent history, going from the hands-down worst team in basketball to the top seed in the Eastern Conference.
Detroit’s future is centered around none other than rising superstar point guard Cade Cunningham, who is coming off an MVP-caliber season and one of the best individual campaigns in franchise history. For Cunningham to continue turning the tide in Detroit and ascending individually, the Pistons will need to land their 24-year-old point guard some help.
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GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – OCTOBER 22: Jalen Duren #0 and Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons high five against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at the United Center on October 22, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
While Cunningham is largely responsible for transcending the Pistons’ fortunes, Jalen Duren, the rising 22-year-old big man, is also to thank for the success. But for Detroit to rise into legitimate title contender status, it may need to feature another star.
According to ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel, the Pistons have their eyes on Kawhi Leonard of the Los Angeles Clippers. Leonard, a seven-time All-Star could be an addition that would take Detroit over the hump.
“Now, if a team approached them with a massive trade offer for the seven-time All-Star, they would have to at least consider the idea of taking a step back and moving on from Leonard, especially since he turns 35 years old on Monday,” Siegel reported. “Multiple teams, including the Warriors, Timberwolves, and Pistons, have contacted the Clippers both at the trade deadline and this offseason to inquire about Leonard’s availability. At no point did Los Angeles show any interest in trading him, sources said.”
While the Clippers have not formally made Leonard available, Siegel reports there is a chance the franchise would look to move the two-time Finals MVP if they receive a worthy package.
Does Detroit have enough in its asset bank to draw up a strong trade package for Leonard? Maybe. Nonetheless, it is a good sign the Pistons are searching for another big fish to slot alongside Cunningham.
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GettyDALLAS, TEXAS – MARCH 21: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Los Angeles Clippers celebrates with a teammate during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on March 21, 2026 in Dallas, Texas.
Last season, the Pistons blew away expectations. Cunningham arrived as a blossoming superstar, Duren announced himself as a franchise cornerstone and Detroit showed it may just be one major piece away from claiming the Eastern Conference mantle.
Perhaps making an offseason splash is something Pistons president Trajan Langdon needs to strongly consider.
In some ways, Cunningham’s situation mirrors Anthony Edwards’ in Minnesota. Both young, rising superstars on teams that can make noise in the playoffs. The Timberwolves realized they didn’t have enough to compete, so they landed LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets.
Maybe something similar needs to happen in Detroit. Perhaps star guard or wing next to Cunningham is what it will take to elevate the Pistons from a regular season force to a playoff powerhouse.
Landing Leonard from the Clippers might raise the Pistons to that level. Although he’s 35 years old, Leonard is coming off an All-NBA season after registering a career high 27.6 points per game and doing it on an uber-efficient 51.5% shooting from the floor.
Leonard is a proven winner and multi-time champion. He may be the superstar (and veteran) Detroit needs to put itself on equal footing with the NBA champion New York Knicks.
Adel Ahmad Adel is a writer with over five years of experience covering the NBA. His work has appeared on various media platforms, both national and local. More about Adel Ahmad
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