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Nixon, Trump and the Power of Politics

June 26, 2026

JD Vance recently spoke at a California library that honors former President Richard Nixon. He said the Watergate scandal would hardly have stopped a president today, calling it “crazy” to think it could. Vance’s view is that the political climate has changed so much that a scandal of that size woul

business

Aurora’s New Casino‑Hotel: A Fresh Spot for Games, Food and Relaxation

June 26, 2026

Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora has opened its doors after a lively celebration on June 24, bringing a $360 million upgrade to the area. The brand‑new complex sits on Farnsworth Avenue, right across from Chicago Premium Outlets, and takes the place of a riverboat casino that had been operating on

celebrities

Paltrow\'s Oakland Kitchen Stirs Up More Than Just Green Salads

June 26, 2026

A new food spot in Oakland is making waves for all the wrong reasons. Goop Kitchen, opened last summer by actress Gwyneth Paltrow, just expanded in the Bay Area. But this isn\'t your typical eatery. It operates inside a shared kitchen space where many restaurants prepare meals. The location also spa

politics

Michigan keeps voter records safe after court backs state's refusal

June 26, 2026

A federal appeals court recently sided with Michigan’s top election official, Jocelyn Benson, after she refused to hand over detailed voter records to the Justice Department. The court’s decision stops the Trump administration’s attempt to get sensitive information like partial Social Security numbe

politics

Celebrities, voter rules, and the mess on Sunset Boulevard

June 26, 2026

Los Angeles County is now checking voter records after someone noticed 36 people—including a bunch of famous actors—used the same West Hollywood office address on their voter forms. Most of these folks listed Suite 600 on Sunset Boulevard as their home, but the building is actually the office of a f

politics

Why Faith and Politics United at Nixon’s Old Home

June 26, 2026

A crowd of over 400 filled the Nixon Presidential Library last week to hear Vice President JD Vance talk about his new memoir on faith. The event, held in Yorba Linda, California, wasn’t just about books—it also mixed in sharp political comments. Vance opened by joking about book sales comparing him

weather

California quake shakes up stores and homes

June 25, 2026

A 5. 6-magnitude earthquake rattled Northern California Wednesday morning, toppling shelves and sending store aisles into chaos. The quake hit near Redwood Valley, close to Mendocino County, at 8:10 a. m. , shaking up residents and shoppers alike. In Upper Lake Grocery, video showed wine bottles tum

politics

California Car Sales on the Line Over Tracking Rules

June 24, 2026

Automakers say they cannot meet new California rules that let people block tracking of cars used by domestic‑violence victims. The law requires cars to accept proof of a restraining order and stop remote access within two business days. It also wants drivers to shut off location tracking from inside

health

Big Grants Boost New Ways to Save Babies and Fight Overdoses

June 24, 2026

The University of California, San Diego has just secured two sizeable research awards that together amount to $16 million. One grant comes from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, a federal program that looks to speed up life‑changing medical inventions. It will fund a team led by elec

technology

YouTube Ends Teen Addiction Case in Florida

June 24, 2026

A 15‑year‑old from Florida sued YouTube, claiming the platform caused mental health problems for kids. The case was settled before a jury heard it, and the settlement terms were kept private. The teen’s lawyer said that settling shows YouTube prefers to avoid a public trial, but they will keep fight