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How to Stop Crime: Fix the Roots, Not Just the Police

July 19, 2026

Policing is a tool that can keep streets safe, but it does not solve the deeper reasons people turn to crime. When cities cut back on patrols or change rules about stopping strangers, the number of violent incidents often goes up. For example, U. S. murder counts rose by about 30% from 2018 to 2022

sports

TNT’s New Race‑Show Formula: Fresh Faces, Real Talk and a Dash of Tech

July 18, 2026

TNT is back in NASCAR after ten years, sharing the summer races with Amazon Prime. The network has changed its game plan from trying to copy Prime’s style to sharpening its own voice. Instead of pushing flashy graphics, TNT focused on the people behind the mic. The studio team now includes former

politics

Oak Park Tightens Rules on E‑Bikes and Scooters

July 17, 2026

Oak Park’s Village Board has just passed new rules that change how electric bikes, scooters and other motorized devices can be used in town. The changes come as the state of Illinois has started to set its own rules, and local officials want their laws to match. Police are planning a big public‑awa

celebrities

Celebrating July 16: Stars, Stories, and Surprises

July 16, 2026

July 16 has always been a day where the spotlight turns on a mix of seasoned actors, rising talents, and legendary figures. Today marks the birthdays of several well‑known faces in film and television. The most prominent among them is actress Phoebe Cates, who turns 63. Her middle name, Belle, is a

politics

Tax Rules vs. Church Talk: A Legal Showdown

July 16, 2026

Two members of Congress, both Republicans, are pushing a federal appeals court to revisit an old law that stops churches and other tax‑free groups from getting involved in politics. The bill, known as the Johnson Amendment, was created back in 1954 and says that if a church or similar organization w

entertainment

New York Hosts Sports & Entertainment Talks with Jalen Brunson

July 16, 2026

Variety is opening a new interview studio in New York City on July 16, bringing together people who shape the future of sports and entertainment. The studio will host six conversations that look at how stories are told, how fans engage, and the cultural impact of sports. The event will feature Ja

politics

House Plans Big Budget Move Focused on Iran, Farms and Elections

July 16, 2026

The House has issued a new fiscal 2027 plan that could lead to a $95 billion package, mainly aimed at spending for the Iran conflict. Four committees are tasked to draft bills by September 11, with up to $73 billion for defense and an extra $12 billion for farm support. An additional $10 billion wou

education

Free Bus Ride and Money Tips for Saginaw Riders

July 14, 2026

On Wednesday, Aug. 13, people who use the Saginaw transit system can hop on a free bus ride while learning how to manage their money better. The event takes place at the STARS headquarters from 10 a. m. to 3 p. m. and is organized by Money on the Move together with Dow Credit Union. The day celebra

politics

Chicago’s New Stadium Gets $424 Million in Tax‑Funding Boost

July 14, 2026

The city council’s finance committee cleared a hefty funding plan for the area around Chicago Fire’s new stadium. The proposal moves more than $400 million of Tax Increment Funding (TIF) into road and rail upgrades, a parking garage, riverbank work, and better walkways. The stadium itself is paid fo

sports

Coach Witten’s Stage Surprise Sparks Fan Debate

July 12, 2026

Jason Witten, the former Tennessee tight end who now coaches Oklahoma’s tight ends, stirred a mix of cheers and complaints when he joined the band onstage at a Luke Combs concert in Norman, Oklahoma, on May 9. The event took place at the Gaylord Family‑Oklahoma Memorial Stadium and featured a group

How to Stop Crime: Fix the Roots, Not Just the Police

TNT’s New Race‑Show Formula: Fresh Faces, Real Talk and a Dash of Tech

Oak Park Tightens Rules on E‑Bikes and Scooters

Celebrating July 16: Stars, Stories, and Surprises

Tax Rules vs. Church Talk: A Legal Showdown

New York Hosts Sports & Entertainment Talks with Jalen Brunson

House Plans Big Budget Move Focused on Iran, Farms and Elections

Free Bus Ride and Money Tips for Saginaw Riders

Chicago’s New Stadium Gets $424 Million in Tax‑Funding Boost

Coach Witten’s Stage Surprise Sparks Fan Debate

Chicago’s New Stadium Gets $424 Million in Tax‑Funding Boost