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A Chance to Clean Up a Painted Mess

July 1, 2026

An art teacher from Berks County, once proud of his Harvard background and tenure at a well‑known school in Pottstown, now faces the fallout of selling fake paintings. The 78‑year‑old admitted in federal court that he misrepresented works as creations of Picasso and Warhol, leading to charges of mai

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Entertainment and Power: How Big Names Shape What We Watch

July 1, 2026

The world of sports and movies is often seen as pure entertainment, but behind the scenes a small group of powerful people controls much of what we see. Big names like Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David, Ben Stiller and Adam Sandler are not just actors; they sit in front row seats at big events, showing th

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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

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Night‑Time Tales at 52 Sumner

June 23, 2026

At the heart of Springfield, 52 Sumner has become a hub for daring events. The venue’s co‑founder, who always seeks the unusual, welcomed a new offering from the team that previously staged Poe‑inspired nights. The fresh concept flips classic horror into real‑life crime: a series called “Serial Kill

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A crumbling jail needs a major fix or rebuild, say sheriff’s team

June 22, 2026

The Vista Detention Facility is falling apart. Plumbing backs up, locks on cell doors won’t close, and the wiring is stuck in the 1970s. It’s no wonder deputies struggle to do their jobs when they’re stuck working in spaces that feel more like a museum than a jail. Sheriff staff say the building is

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A Look Behind Seattle’s Dark Exhibit on Serial Killers

June 20, 2026

Seattle now hosts a pop-up exhibit that drags visitors into the twisted minds of some of history’s most notorious killers. The display promises to show how these criminals think—and how detectives piece together clues to stop them. Instead of just reading about cases, people walk through 20 themed r

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Alaska’s “Truth‑in‑Money” Law Wins the Day

June 19, 2026

Alaska voters changed more than just voting rules in 2020. They also added a rule that says every dollar spent to sway elections must reveal its real donor. The idea is plain: people who put money into politics should be known to voters. Not just the committee or nonprofit that handled it, bu

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The Big Art Walk Down Wilshire

June 17, 2026

A vibrant street event is set to light up Wilshire Boulevard this Saturday, as a mix of artists, performers and curious onlookers gather for the first Art Parade. The route starts at Museum Row, passes iconic spots like “Urban Light, ” and loops around Fairfax Avenue, closing almost a mile of the av

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A VP's tough TV moment and why it matters

June 17, 2026

Vice President JD Vance stepped into ABC’s "The View" studio this week for what should have been a simple chat about his new faith-based book. Instead, he ended up in a nearly hour-long debate touching on Jeffrey Epstein, economic policies, immigration challenges, and more. Rather than a soft interv

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A royal family in crisis

June 15, 2026

The future of Norway's royal family now rests on a court decision that could send the stepson of Crown Prince Haakon to prison for years. Marius Borg Hoiby, 29, faces possible conviction on serious charges including rape, domestic violence, and drug crimes. His mother, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, ha