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Plans to Move Special Education Oversight to Health Department Raised Concerns

June 17, 2026

The government recently announced plans to shift special education programs from the Education Department to the Health and Human Services Department. Another key change involves moving civil rights enforcement for students from the Education Department to the Justice Department. These moves are par

health

Small Habits, Big Future: Why Daily Choices Matter More Than Pills

June 17, 2026

For years, popping a pill felt like the easiest way to stay healthy. But a long study tracking over 1, 000 adults suggests that simple daily habits might be more powerful than medication when preventing serious diseases. The research, which ran for two decades, looked at things like heart disease, a

finance

Steady Gains in Bitcoin and Ethereum Despite Market Jitters

June 17, 2026

Bitcoin prices recently pushed past $66, 000, while Ethereum and XRP held on to recent gains. Some investors grew nervous after about $3 billion flowed out of Bitcoin ETFs earlier this year, making people wonder if digital money was losing its appeal. Experts say this pullback looks more like a norm

crime

How a simple car fire led to a bigger plot against a UK leader

June 17, 2026

A young Ukrainian man recently found himself in a UK courtroom facing serious charges—not for something he did alone, but for what he was paid to do. Roman Lavrynovych, just 22, was convicted for setting fire to three properties linked to UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. His targets? Starmer’s ol

sports

Brendan Sorsby's Future: From College QB to NFL Draft After Gambling Controversy

June 17, 2026

Brendan Sorsby, a quarterback with a complicated past, won't play for Texas Tech this season. Instead, he's focusing on the NFL supplemental draft after a lengthy legal battle over his college eligibility. Four years ago, while playing for Indiana, Sorsby admitted to betting on college and pro sport

sports

Baseball stars shine bright across Illinois

June 17, 2026

Across Illinois, high school baseball and softball teams are celebrating standout players recognized for their skills this season. Two seniors from different schools made headlines by earning first-team All-State honors in Class 1A. Johnathon Stunkel from Putnam County dominated at bat with a . 438

business

Why Hartford’s future might depend on who gets these new jobs

June 17, 2026

A company’s decision to stay in its hometown isn’t just a feel-good story. For some businesses, it’s a bet on whether their city can still compete in a fast-changing world. Hartford isn’t Silicon Valley, but it doesn’t need to be. The city has old-line strengths—deep healthcare roots, strong schools

sports

Cole Ragans’ elbow trouble: What’s really going on?

June 17, 2026

Cole Ragans, the Royals’ left-handed pitcher, still can’t throw because his elbow keeps bothering him. The team shut down his throwing session last Friday when he felt sharp pain, and no one has figured out why yet. On Tuesday, manager Matt Quatraro confirmed Ragans remains on the injured list, stil

politics

Iceland Eyes EU Tie‑Up to Strengthen Economy and Security

June 16, 2026

Iceland is preparing a public vote that could bring the island nation back into talks about joining the European Union. The decision is not a direct yes‑or‑no on membership, but rather whether to reopen negotiations with Brussels. A second referendum would be required if the talks move forward. The

finance

German Bank Stays Independent, Pushes Back on UniCredit Bid

June 16, 2026

The German government has officially declined the offer from Italy’s UniCredit to take over Commerzbank. Commerzbank, a key lender in Germany, is currently under pressure from UniCredit as the offer deadline nears. The German state owns a 12 % share in Commerzbank, a stake it gained after the