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Maine’s Primary Fix: Let Every Voter Cast a Ballot

June 28, 2026

The June 9 primary proved that Maine’s open‑style voting can work. Citizens from all walks of life turned out in record numbers, showing that people want to influence who runs for office. The biggest win was allowing anyone—not just registered party members—to join the Democratic and Republican prim

politics

Globe Wins Big in Rhode Island Journalism Awards

June 28, 2026

The Boston Globe’s Rhode Island office earned a record 34 awards from the state press association, including 14 first‑place honors. The ceremony took place at the Quonset O Club on Friday and celebrated excellence across many fields, from investigative pieces to social‑media storytelling. A stand

crime

Caught in the Act: A Fraudster’s Global Escape Ends

June 28, 2026

A man who helped run a $250 million scam that stole pandemic relief money meant for kids was finally arrested in Somalia, ending a four‑year chase by U. S. law enforcement. Abdikerm Eidleh, 42, was one of the first suspects named in 2022 for his part in a scheme called Feeding Our Future, where fak

entertainment

A Fun Look at Disney’s 1970s Family Movie and a Classic TV Star

June 28, 2026

Disney made light‑hearted films from the late 1950s to the early 1980s that were safe for all ages. These movies, such as “The Shaggy Dog” and “The Absent‑Minded Professor, ” were designed to give families a quick escape from the harsher world outside. The studio’s reputation for wholesome entertain

opinion

A Fresh Approach to Fair Justice in Hamilton County

June 28, 2026

Hamilton County took a bold step toward fairer justice when the prosecutor’s office created a new unit to double-check past convictions. This Conviction Integrity Unit (CIU) isn’t just about fixing old mistakes—it’s about building a system where power is used responsibly. The idea comes from a real

opinion

Trump and the History Lesson of Roman Emperors

June 28, 2026

Some people try to compare modern leaders to past dictators. This often oversimplifies history. A stronger comparison can be made to Roman Emperors, who ruled with flashy power and personal projects. Recent events in Washington resemble ancient Rome more than anyone wants to admit. A temporary aren

politics

When U. S. schools lose federal civil rights watchdogs

June 28, 2026

Schools across America used to have a safety net: a federal office that stepped in when students faced discrimination. That net is shrinking fast. The Trump administration has pulled back the federal civil rights team, leaving states to pick up the slack. But not all states can—or want to—fill the g

crime

A Look Inside a Prison Death That Sparked Nationwide Calls for Change

June 28, 2026

In 2018, J’Allen Jones, a 31-year-old man from Atlanta serving a 10-year sentence for robbery in a Connecticut prison, died under troubling circumstances. Video footage released years later shows prison staff handling his mental health crisis in a way that many now question. Jones, who was experienc

crime

A Close Look at Summer Crime Shifts in Washtenaw County

June 28, 2026

The arrival of summer in Washtenaw County has brought a slight but noticeable rise in certain types of violence, raising eyebrows among local law enforcement. Compared to last year, police have fielded about 30 more reports of gunfire incidents in just a few weeks. One tragic shooting in Ypsilanti T

politics

Behind the scenes: how new funding rules could reshape American research

June 28, 2026

A quiet battle is unfolding over who gets to decide what research gets money in the United States. Behind it sits a little-known government office with a big name: the Office of Management and Budget. Created in 1970 to crunch numbers for the White House, this office now has a new leader pushing tig