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Celebs Step Up as Wedding Speakers

July 5, 2026

The recent nuptials of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce shocked many, because instead of a quiet ceremony in Rhode Island, the couple chose the bright lights of Madison Square Garden for their big day. 1, 000 guests gathered to witness a modern celebration that broke with tradition. One of the most sur

politics

America turns 250 while summer hits hard and minds stay divided

July 5, 2026

The big 2-5-0 birthday bash for the United States is rolling out across the country with huge fireworks, boat parades, hot dog contests and plenty of political noise. The celebrations started even as a brutal heat wave kept pushing temperatures past 100 degrees in many places. Washington DC hit 115

education

Michaela’s Story: When Schools Fail to Keep Up with Medical Needs

July 5, 2026

Michaela, a six-year-old with multiple disabilities, hasn’t set foot in a classroom in years. Her conditions—including a feeding tube, nonverbal status, and a weakened immune system—make traditional schooling impossible. Yet, Rhode Island law guarantees homebound education for medically fragile stud

finance

A Quiet Path to One Million Dollars

July 4, 2026

The story follows a 52‑year‑old health‑care administrator from El Paso, Texas, who earned her first million through steady saving and smart investing. She began by contributing to a workplace retirement plan, taking advantage of the employer match and gradually increasing her contributions until she

weather

Hot July 4 in the Hudson Valley: Events, Weather and a Big Wedding

July 4, 2026

The Fourth of July rolled into the Lower Hudson Valley and the New York City area, bringing heat, fireworks and a celebrity nuptial. Heat was the headline: temperatures could hit 97 to 102 degrees, with a heat index that might feel like 115. An extreme‑heat warning lasted until 9 p. m. , and cool

weather

Heat, Hail and the Fourth: A Day of Storms

July 4, 2026

A thunderstorm rolled through the New York area last night, ripping down trees and snapping power lines. The event left hundreds of thousands without electricity as the storm tore through the region, especially in Morris and Monmouth Counties. In Queens, a sudden surge on an underground cable caused

entertainment

A Reality Show That Pre‑Dated Tinder

July 4, 2026

MTV once shifted from music videos to a chaotic dating format that shocked viewers in the early 2000s. The show invited singles onto a large bus where they could meet potential partners in quick, speed‑date style. Participants had the power to end a date at any moment by shouting “Next. ” Those who

politics

Guard Troops Swarm Washington Ahead of July 4

July 4, 2026

The capital saw a surge in National Guard presence after the president ordered hundreds of soldiers to take up posts last August. He promised to “rescue” the city from crime and chaos, even though violent incidents had dropped to a three‑decade low. The troops first appeared at popular sites on th

sports

Small Nations and Big Dreams: What to Watch in Sports on July 3

July 4, 2026

On July 3, football fans will face a tough choice between two World Cup knockout matches and a trio of MLB games. The biggest clash comes from Miami, where Argentina—undefeated and heavy favorites—face Cabo Verde, a nation smaller than Rhode Island with a goalkeeper who has already pulled off a mira

politics

A Local Race Gets Hot as Big Decisions Roll In

July 4, 2026

Staten Island’s upcoming congressional election just got more interesting. The Democratic Party picked Mike DeCillis as their official candidate, giving him the party’s full support. Now, he’s going head-to-head with current representative Nicole Malliotakis. One major topic in their debate? A new f