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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

politics

Freedom 250’s focus on faith overshadowed its message of unity

July 4, 2026

A recent event called Freedom 250 got a lot of attention, but not all of it was positive. Representative Adelita Grijalva, who attended, raised concerns about what she saw. Instead of celebrating the many cultures and talents that shape America, she felt the speakers talked too much about religion. ...

politics

Anchorage Assembly Stands Divided Over George Martinez’s Flight

July 3, 2026

The Anchorage Assembly faces a split decision about what to do next with Representative George Martinez after state regulators fined him for misusing campaign money on a round‑trip trip to Florida. Three members—Erin Baldwin Day, Keith McCormick and Sydney Scout—plan to introduce a resolution tha

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“Casino Money and Illinois Politics: A Questionable Deal”

July 2, 2026

Illinois lawmakers are watching a gambling firm that keeps running into trouble with the state’s gaming board. The company, ARB Interactive, owns an online casino called Modo that officials say is operating illegally in Illinois. While the board has issued a cease‑and‑desist letter to Modo and call

celebrities

T. I. and Tiny Lose Fight for Punitive Money in Toy Court Battle

July 2, 2026

A recent jury decision stopped the celebrity duo from receiving any punitive damages in their long‑running case against MGA Entertainment. The judge had earlier dismissed a $53. 6 million punitive award, and this latest verdict confirms that MGA did not act with malice. Thus, the couple’s total reco

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Crypto Money Shapes 2026 Elections

July 2, 2026

The crypto world has already poured nearly two hundred million dollars into the 2026 midterm races. These funds give the industry a huge advantage: it can reward supporters and punish opponents. Most of the money goes to groups linked with Fairshake, such as Defend American Jobs and Protect Pr

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Republican infighting leaves key bills stuck as lawmakers head for early break

July 1, 2026

The House of Representatives wrapped up its week early on Tuesday after a group of Republicans blocked plans to move forward with major bills. Instead of voting on important issues like defense funding and budget plans, lawmakers packed up and left for a longer-than-usual summer break starting soone

sports

Meet Jefferson Lerma: Colombian Midfielder with Global Dreams

June 29, 2026

Jefferson Lerma wasn’t born into football fame. His story began in El Cerrito, a small town in Colombia’s Valle del Cauca region. While many kids played football for fun, Lerma stood out early—his energy and persistence caught the eye of local coaches. Unlike flashy forwards, he built his reputation

opinion

Parents Face Uncertain Rights After Texas Amendment

June 28, 2026

The new Texas amendment that promises to protect parents’ rights is wrapped in confusing language, leaving many families unsure of what it truly means. The amendment was pushed through the legislature in a rush, with only two weeks left in the regular session. Because of this haste, the wording

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France Urges World Bank to Keep Climate Finance Goal

June 26, 2026

France’s development minister stepped up in London, warning the World Bank not to drop its climate target after the U. S. pushes for a shift away from green projects. The bank had already pushed its Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP) forward for another year, but the new deadline is set to expire at