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Crypto Tax Rules Are Here: What Investors Need to Know

October 7, 2024

The IRS has finally released their long-awaited tax reporting guidelines for digital assets. This means crypto investors need to get ready, as changes are coming soon. Starting in 2026, brokers will have to report gross proceeds from sales made in 2025 using a new form called 1099-DA. A year later,

politics

Dallas Voters: Time to Decide on Charter Changes

October 7, 2024

This week, the spotlight is on Dallas as voters prepare to weigh in on several charter amendments. The editorial board has been busy, offering their take on these proposed changes. Meanwhile, local cartoonists have been having a field day, with plenty of opinion pieces to inspire their work. The bi

politics

Florida's Swing: How Trump's Fight for the Sunshine State Might Affect Other Battlegrounds

October 7, 2024

Back in July, things got tougher for Donald Trump when Kamala Harris became the likely Democratic nominee for 2024. A poll from the University of North Florida showed Trump ahead, but only by a slim margin. Fast forward to September, a new poll revealed Trump's lead was even thinner—just one point o

health

Louisiana's New Abortion Pill Law: A Hidden Risk to Women's Health

October 7, 2024

A new law in Louisiana is about to change how two important medications, mifepristone and misoprostol, are handled. Starting Tuesday, these drugs will be treated like controlled substances. That means they'll be locked away and harder to get quickly, even in emergencies. Experts worry this could del

crime

Justice Dives into Tulsa's Historic Tragedy

October 7, 2024

A century after a terrible event, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has begun looking into the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. This tragedy happened in the vibrant Black community of Greenwood, Tulsa, Oklahoma. White mobs attacked the area, destroying numerous Black-owned businesses, churches, homes, a

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Justice Department to Investigate 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre

October 7, 2024

After over a century, the U.S. Department of Justice has decided to launch its first federal probe into the devastating 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. This tragic event wiped out a thriving Black community in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving behind a grim legacy of loss and destruction. Assistant Attorney Genera

finance

Crypto Exchanges to Share Trade Info with IRS by 2026

October 7, 2024

Starting in 2026, the Treasury Department in the U.S. will make it mandatory for crypto exchanges like Coinbase to disclose the details of user transactions to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This move is aimed at reducing tax evasion through cryptocurrencies. Think of it like a report card that

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United States Gears Up Against Bird Flu with $72M Vaccine Investment

October 7, 2024

The U.S. government has decided to invest $72 million to prepare bird flu vaccines, ensuring they are ready if needed. This investment, made by the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), is a precautionary measure. The money will go to CSL Seqirus, Sanofi, and GSK. These pharmaceutical compani

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Election Dilemma: Trump's Endorsement Shakes NC Votes

October 7, 2024

The political climate in North Carolina is sizzling with the upcoming election. Every single vote matters now more than ever, and the focus has shifted to a contentious candidate backed by former President Donald Trump. Some Republicans are pondering whether to sit this election out due to the recen

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Discussing Political Divides: A Conversation with a Gay Conservative

October 7, 2024

In a recent conversation, Guggenheim, who identifies as left of center politically, expressed his concerns about the progressive movement's approach to inclusivity. He feels that some progressives are silencing alternative views within the LGBTQIA+ community, including his own. Guggenheim is critica