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Fast food chains and the quiet tech revolution they don't talk about

May 23, 2026

Fast food restaurants used to run on grease and gumption. In the early 2000s, most menus lived on paper, orders came through speakers, and loyal customers got plastic cards that looked like hotel keys. One chain, though, noticed something most others ignored: every customer swipe, tap, or call was a

politics

Gas prices jump across California—what it means for your wallet and beyond

May 23, 2026

California drivers are now paying over six dollars a gallon for gas, a sharp jump that didn’t happen overnight. Back in late winter, regular gasoline cost less than half that amount. War tensions in the Persian Gulf have cut oil shipments, squeezing the global supply like never before. Prices aren’

finance

Colorado drivers tighten belts as gas prices climb

May 23, 2026

Colorado motorists are feeling the squeeze at the pump, with regular gas now averaging $4. 76 per gallon. That’s just three cents shy of the point where many say they’ll have to start cutting back elsewhere. A recent survey of over 3, 000 people found that four out of five drivers already feel stres

politics

Who’s Really Running L. A. ’s Movie Scene?

May 23, 2026

Los Angeles’ mayor is pushing hard to keep film productions in the city, but critics say her moves came too late. Since 2022, she’s created a film council, cut red tape, and backed a $750 million state tax credit. She also promised to lift caps on California’s film incentives and even supported a fe

sports

What’s Driving the Crazy Paychecks in Today’s Sports World?

May 23, 2026

These days, top athletes aren’t just playing sports—they’re running businesses. The newest Forbes list of highest-earning athletes proves how far that trend has gone. Cristiano Ronaldo tops the chart again, pulling in around $300 million in a single year. Most of it comes from his eye-popping deal w

sports

A racing legend remembered: how Kyle Busch’s impact crossed sports

May 23, 2026

Kyle Busch wasn’t just another NASCAR star. When news broke that he had died at 41 after a sudden medical issue, the sports world reacted like it had lost a family member. Hockey fans stood silent in the arena. Football players and racing rivals shared heartfelt posts. Even global racing series like

sports

A Driver's Tribute: Remembering Kyle Busch's Impact Beyond Racing

May 23, 2026

Kyle Busch may have been known for his aggressive driving style and countless victories on the track, but his sudden passing has left a deeper mark on the racing world. Carson Hocevar, his former teammate in the Truck Series, shared his first public thoughts about Busch after the tragedy, revealing

politics

Polish Official’s U. S. Visa Sparks Questions Over Diplomatic Ties

May 23, 2026

A visa issued to a former Polish minister wanted for serious financial crimes has raised concerns about how U. S. immigration rules might be bending under political pressure. Two leading House Democrats recently called for Secretary of State Marco Rubio to explain why his deputy, Christopher Landau,

crime

Pontiac takes a stand against gun violence with new health-focused approach

May 23, 2026

The city of Pontiac in Michigan has officially labeled gun violence as a major public health problem, not just a crime issue. A recent vote by local leaders recognized that even with fewer shootings, the emotional and financial damage lasts for years. Councilman Chris Jackson pushed for this change,

weather

Weekend outlook: North Texas braces for scattered storms but still has dry moments

May 23, 2026

North Texas can expect mixed conditions this holiday weekend. After a mostly dry Friday with temperatures in the 80s, the pattern changes Friday night when an upper-level disturbance brings the first round of scattered showers and thunderstorms. These could linger into early Saturday, setting the st