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Minneapolis Under Fire: Immigration Crackdown and Protests Heat Up

January 22, 2026

Minneapolis is in the spotlight as immigration enforcement actions intensify. Vice President JD Vance is set to visit the city, urging people to stop resisting these operations. He claims that most people are cooperating, but tensions remain high. Protests have erupted in response to the aggressive

crime

A Florida man's luxurious lies: The $380M Ponzi scheme that fooled thousands

January 22, 2026

A man from Florida, Todd Burkhalter, admitted to running a giant Ponzi scheme, the largest in Georgia's history. He tricked over 2, 000 people out of $380 million between 2020 and 2024. This money funded his fancy lifestyle, including a yacht, a fancy condo in Mexico, and private jets. Burkhalter s

lifestyle

A Baton Rouge Gem: Where Locals and Visitors Feast

January 21, 2026

Down by the Mississippi River, there's a spot that's been serving up Louisiana flavors since 1967. Poor Boy Lloyd's, nestled at 201 Florida St. , is a beloved eatery that's been drawing in crowds for decades. The Taylors, who took over the restaurant in 1985, have been keeping the tradition alive w

politics

A Judge Says Stop the Pretend Game: Trump's Picked Prosecutor Can't Use Her Title

January 21, 2026

A judge has told Lindsey Halligan, a prosecutor who supports former President Donald Trump, to stop calling herself a "U. S. Attorney. " This comes after a court found that her appointment was not legal. Judge David Novak, who was appointed by Trump, said that Halligan's continued use of the title i

sports

Hall of Fame 2026: Who's In, Who's Out, and What's the Deal?

January 20, 2026

The Baseball Hall of Fame is about to reveal its 2026 class, and it's not looking too strong. Last year, the ballot was already considered weak, but this year's lineup is even less impressive. The top candidates are Carlos Beltran and Andruw Jones, both center fielders. The ballot has 27 players wit

finance

Smart Money Moves: Teaching Kids to Manage Cash

January 18, 2026

Parents often focus on education and character when preparing kids for adulthood, but money management is just as important. Kids pick up money habits early, so it's crucial to teach them smart financial skills from a young age. Start with the basics. Even toddlers can learn about saving and making

sports

Tall Dreams and Tiny Clubs: A High School Story

January 18, 2026

At St. Francis High School, two students are making waves in very different sports. Jaden Soong, a sophomore, is already a golf sensation. He won the CIF state golf championship as a freshman. People think he will play in the PGA Tour one day. Cherif Millogo, a junior, is a basketball star. He is v

education

The Ups and Downs of Learning from Home

January 18, 2026

Remote learning has been a hot topic since the pandemic hit. It was a tough time for many families, especially those with young kids. Kelly Marsh, a mom from Sewickley, had to juggle her toddler and kindergartner's online classes while working part-time. It was stressful, to say the least. Research

technology

New Firestone Tire Brings Racing Thrills to the Road

January 15, 2026

Firestone has rolled out a new tire called the Firehawk Indy 500 V2. It's designed to bring the excitement of racing to everyday driving. This tire is part of Firestone's 125th-anniversary celebration. It's made to give sports cars an extra boost of performance and style. The Firehawk Indy 500 V2 h

technology

Gmail's AI Inbox: A New Way to Manage Your Emails?

January 11, 2026

Google has introduced a new AI-powered feature for Gmail called AI Inbox. It's not available to everyone yet, but it's designed to help users manage their emails more efficiently. The feature uses artificial intelligence to create a list of tasks and topics based on the content of your inbox. This l