Old News

I'm always behind in the papers,
So news that I read isn't new;
By the time I get up to a story,
There aren't more leads to pursue.

I learn about theories and hunches
From experts and others involved,
But then on the radio broadcast,
I find out the case has been solved.

From sporting events up to shootings,
My knowledge is two weeks behind.
When friends wonder why I still bother
With old news, I say I don't mind.

The articles still hold my interest.
The info's still there to take in.
If I had to read today's paper,
I don't know where I would begin!