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Oregon Says No to Trump’s Education Tax Credit

July 3, 2026

Gov. Tina Kotek decided that Oregon will not join a federal plan that would let families claim up to $1, 700 in tax breaks for paying school costs. The program, part of a 2025 law by the Trump team, pairs tax cuts with reductions to Medicaid and food‑stamp aid. All Republican governors have signed

sports

Lacrosse Gets a Big Boost With Celebrity and Investor Support

July 1, 2026

The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) has secured a record‑breaking $100 million investment, marking the biggest financial boost in professional lacrosse history. Actors Rob Mac and Glen Powell joined forces with major investors such as Ares funds, New York Liberty owner Joe Tsai, and ESPN. ESPN’s

entertainment

New Space‑Romance Thriller in the Works for Glen Powell

June 28, 2026

A director who recently finished a DC superhero film is now looking to make something different. The new project, called Homewreckers, will mix love stories with suspense and a touch of science‑fiction. Legendary Pictures is selling the idea, and Glen Powell will be both the star and a producer. Pow

celebrities

Sasha Obama: Quiet Moves After the White House

June 20, 2026

After leaving Washington in 2017, Sasha Obama chose a low‑profile life. She moved to California and focused on her education instead of public office. Sasha began at the University of Michigan but later transferred to the University of Southern California, where she earned a sociology degree.

opinion

A New Chapter for Dallas Hockey Fans

June 10, 2026

Dallas has long been a battleground for sports fans, but the recent debate over where the Stars will play feels like a bigger fight. The city’s move to Plano has sparked concerns about accessibility and the true value of a new arena. Fans say the old Reunion Arena felt intimate, while the curr

politics

Wes Duncan: A Strong Choice for District Attorney

June 5, 2026

A former district attorney who once worked in Washoe County says that voters should choose Wes Duncan for the next DA. He points out that a DA must lead with honesty and keep the public safe, and believes Duncan has what it takes. Duncan is a decorated Air Force Colonel who has handled many milit

health

A Long‑Term Caregiver Takes Charge of Children’s Nebraska

May 29, 2026

Christina Powell grew up in Aurora and began working at Children’s Nebraska more than two decades ago. She has spent 24 years helping the hospital carry out its promise: to give every child a better chance to live. In January, Powell was chosen to lead the hospital’s newest Behavioral Health a

finance

What happens when top financial leaders share a meal?

May 29, 2026

A recent breakfast meeting between U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has raised eyebrows. During a White House press briefing, a reporter asked if Bessent had pushed Warsh to cut interest rates. Instead of answering directly, Bessent highlighted his pas

politics

Trump Picks New Fed Chair to Cool Inflation

May 22, 2026

President Donald Trump will officially install Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve on Friday at the White House. Warsh, who is 56 years old, was approved by Congress in a vote that almost split along party lines on May 13. He will replace Jerome Powell, who will stay on the bo

politics

Kevin Warsh to Take Over as Fed Chair

May 19, 2026

The U. S. Senate gave the green light for Kevin Warsh to become the next head of the Federal Reserve on Wednesday. Warsh, a 56‑year‑old lawyer and former financier, was chosen by President Trump to lead the country’s central bank. He will step into a role that has been facing tough challenges,