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Faithful Walk Across the Border to Speak on Human Dignity

June 28, 2026

A group of more than one hundred Catholic leaders and followers set out from Nogales, Arizona, to the neighboring Mexican town of Sonora on a warm June evening. Their journey was planned to coincide with the United States’ 250‑year celebration and served as a public plea for kinder treatment of migr

technology

What’s really going on with Tesla’s “flying” Roadster?

June 27, 2026

Tesla’s next Roadster has been talked about since 2017, yet it still hasn’t shown up. Elon Musk keeps promising wild features—like brief flight thanks to SpaceX-style thrusters—but the car stays hidden. On a podcast last year, he called the tech “crazier than all the James Bond cars combined, ” whic

politics

Parking Meter Deal Sparks New Debate: Who Really Controls Chicago's Streets?

June 26, 2026

Chicago’s parking meters have been a headache for years—ever since the city leased them out for 75 years back in 2008. Now, a New York investment firm wants to take over the remaining 58 years of that deal, and it’s trying to win over a skeptical City Council. James Wyper from Stonepeak Partners mad

politics

Texas Schools Might Soon Read the Bible—But Should They?

June 26, 2026

Texas could soon add Bible readings to the daily school routine. If approved, nearly 5. 5 million students from kindergarten to high school would spend time examining classic biblical stories as part of their English classes. The plan, set for a final vote soon, includes tales like Noah’s Ark and th

crime

Bribes, Arrests and Police Scandal Shake New York City

June 25, 2026

Frank Carone, who once ran the office of former Mayor Eric Adams, was taken into custody early Monday after federal agents seized his house. Investigators say he accepted money routed through his brother, Anthony Carone, linked to a contract that turned a hotel into a homeless shelter. The same br

entertainment

Redford‑Inspired Award Highlights Eco‑Stories in Indie Films

June 24, 2026

Film Independent has teamed up with the Redford Center to create a new prize that pays tribute to late filmmaker Robert Redford. The award, called the Robert Redford Environmental Vision Award, will reward a single American narrative film or television show that tackles environmental topics in an im

religion

What’s Really Happening in Texas Schools Over Bible Lessons?

June 24, 2026

Texas is mixing religion into its school lessons in a big way. A new plan wants kids as young as six to read Bible verses regularly. The state says this helps students understand American culture and laws. But not everyone agrees. Some leaders have gone too far with their words. One even called Tex

art

Art Grants Light Up LSU Museum’s New Folk Art Space

June 23, 2026

The LSU Museum of Art has secured a $25, 000 Learning and Engagement Grant from the national nonprofit Art Bridges. This money will back five new wellness‑and‑community projects that tie into the museum’s upcoming Folk Art Gallery, which opens on June 30. The gallery will borrow pieces from the Amer

entertainment

The Unseen Hand: How AI is quietly changing your favorite movies

June 23, 2026

Movies today aren’t just edited by humans—they’re getting a high-tech upgrade. Artificial intelligence is working behind the scenes to fix small mistakes, smooth out performances, and even adjust how actors deliver lines. The changes are so subtle that most viewers never notice them. But here’s the

religion

Faith, Politics, and Finding a Middle Ground

June 22, 2026

The tension between faith and political beliefs often sparks heated debates. Father James Martin, a well-known Catholic figure in the U. S. , argues that religious leaders should focus on faith rather than endorsing political parties or candidates. He believes that faith leaders should emphasize val