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Celebrating July 16: Stars, Stories, and Surprises

July 16, 2026

July 16 has always been a day where the spotlight turns on a mix of seasoned actors, rising talents, and legendary figures. Today marks the birthdays of several well‑known faces in film and television. The most prominent among them is actress Phoebe Cates, who turns 63. Her middle name, Belle, is a

sports

Folarin Balogun Signs with LeBron James’ Agency After World Cup Success

July 14, 2026

Folarin Balogun has joined LeBron James’ talent firm, Klutch Sports, after a standout performance at the recent World Cup that put him on the map worldwide. The agency, founded by James’ partner Rich Paul, already counts high‑profile athletes like James himself, Anthony Davis, Jalen Hurts and A’ja W

entertainment

Weekend fun in Minnesota – music, art and cars for all

July 14, 2026

The summer buzz in Minnesota gets louder this weekend with a mix of music, art and automotive excitement that anyone can enjoy. The Minnesota Yacht Club Festival on Harriet Island pulls a huge crowd, offering live sets from popular acts like The Lumineers and The Strokes. Three‑day passes start a

crypto

Crypto Leaders Exit as Big Vote Looms

July 11, 2026

The crypto world saw two big names step down in quick succession. Paul Grewal, who had guided Coinbase through its public debut and a major showdown with the SEC, announced his departure on July 8, effective July 31. Hours later, Grayscale’s long‑time CFO Edward McGee said he would leave the firm, w

education

Marmion Academy Opens Doors for Girls Sports

July 11, 2026

A decision made in November 2024 by Abbot Joel Rippinger and the monastic community at Marmion Abbey marked a turning point for the Aurora school, which had been all‑male since its founding in 1933. The institution announced that it would accept female students for the first time and, consequently,

crime

Federal Task Force Involved in Multiple Fatal Shootings in Memphis

July 10, 2026

A federal task force operating in Memphis has been linked to four fatal shootings within a short span, raising questions about its tactics and oversight. The latest incident happened on Wednesday when DEA agents served a drug warrant at a hotel room. The suspect refused to open the door, promptin

politics

Helping Young Voters Find Their Voice

July 10, 2026

In Illinois, a new student is turning the confusing world of elections into simple steps for her peers. Isabella Taylor, a recent high‑school graduate from Chicago, started studying political science at a community college and realized how hard it is for people in her age group to pick the right can

environment

Farmers Face Rising Heat: Adapting and Aiming for Resilience

July 8, 2026

The world is seeing more hot days that last a long time, and this trend hurts farmers who grow fruits and veggies. They have less time to plant and can lose crops when early summer heat is followed by sudden cold snaps. Farmers now know these extreme heat waves are not one‑off events. \n\nSpecialty

health

New Orthopedic Doctor Joins Hillsdale Hospital

July 8, 2026

Hillsdale Hospital is welcoming a fresh face to its orthopedic team this August. Dr. Paul Aschmetat will start treating patients at the Carleton Road location, bringing a range of modern procedures to the community. Dr. Aschmetat is an osteopathic specialist trained in advanced hip and knee repla

sports

Wheeler Calls Out All‑Star Omission, Wants Fair Chance

July 8, 2026

Phillies’ ace Zack Wheeler had a 14‑strikeout night, turning the ball in a 4‑1 win over Cincinnati. Yet MLB kept him off next week’s All‑Star roster, a move that has left the veteran fuming. He told NBC Sports Philadelphia he felt it was “BS” and that the league had made a mistake by ignoring him.