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Councilman Faces Serious Charges Over Questionable Payments to Family Business

April 12, 2026

A Los Angeles city councilmember now stands accused of serious misconduct after allegedly using his position to steer nearly a million dollars toward his wife’s firm. The charges involve redirecting taxpayer money and failing to disclose financial conflicts. Prosecutors claim the councilmember repea

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War, Prices and Everyday Life: What Americans Are Saying

April 11, 2026

In the last month, a sudden conflict in the Middle East has shifted more than just oil charts – it’s changed how ordinary people feel about their future. A retired Marine in Colorado, who also runs a small restaurant, says the strikes are finally addressing a threat that he believes the governmen

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Taiwan Sees Chinese Fighters While Leaders Meet

April 11, 2026

Taiwan’s defence office reported that on Friday, 16 Chinese military jets flew close to the island between mid‑morning and mid‑afternoon, a day when Chinese President Xi Jinping met with the chairwoman of Taiwan’s main opposition party in Beijing. The meeting, held at 11 a. m. , was framed by the Ta

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The Petrodollar Still Holds Strong, But Iran’s Moves Raise Questions

April 11, 2026

Iran keeps control of the Strait of Hormuz and lets a few ships pass for payment in yuan or crypto. The U. S. Navy plans to clear mines there, showing the route is still a point of tension. The U. S. dollar remains the main currency for buying oil worldwide, and analysts say that gives it a big a

lifestyle

Community Hub for Sport, Culture and Work

April 11, 2026

The Yutang Cultural and Sports Center sits in Shenzhen’s Guangming District, tucked inside the Tianliao Community. It is surrounded by a mix of old industrial sites and tight urban‑village housing, making it a bridge between factory workers and residents. The building covers roughly 54, 690 square

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New Mexican Food Spot Set to Open in Medford

April 11, 2026

A new Mexican grill will soon open its second branch on 495 Riverside Ave. in Medford’s Wellington area, taking over a former Smashburger site that shut down last January after more than ten years. The owners, led by Marycela Rodenzo, have secured a Common Victualler License from the city council, w

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San Diego Could Save Billions by Turning Its Power Company Into a Non‑Profit

April 11, 2026

San Diego’s council now has the chance to cut electric bills for its residents. A new study shows that if the city replaces the current profit‑driven utility with a non‑profit public power company, it could save up to $19 billion in the next 30 years. Other analyses suggest savings could reach

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City Hall wants to take charge of LAPD rules

April 11, 2026

Los Angeles City Council members on the far left are pushing a plan to move key decisions about policing away from the experts who run the LAPD. Instead they want city politicians and the city controller to write the rules on how officers work, who gets disciplined, and where money goes. One council

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A New Mayor in Town: Can Star Power Fix NYC’s Big Problems?

April 11, 2026

New Yorkers got a fresh face in City Hall this year, and the city’s youngest mayor in decades is doing things differently. Zohran Mamdani isn’t your typical politician—he’s got a knack for social media, a talent for grabbing headlines, and a background far from the usual political circles. His first

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Washington's Budget Battle: Where Money Goes and Where It Doesn't

April 11, 2026

The final budget plan from Washington’s mayor suggests big changes ahead. At $21. 2 billion, it’s a massive spending document that will face tough debates in local and federal government. With Republicans in Congress showing more interest in city matters, this budget could become a flashpoint. The m