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Trump's Plans for Education: Back to the States?

October 7, 2024

On September 23, 2024, former President Donald Trump made a big statement during his campaign rally in Indiana, Pennsylvania. He said he wants to shut down the U.S. Department of Education and give control back to states. A video of this speech went viral on social media, sparking different reaction

finance

Big Budget Problem for Cook County in 2025

October 7, 2024

Cook County has a big problem on its hands. The county is looking at a $218 million budget gap next year. Why such a huge gap? Well, it's mainly because of the raises given to county employees and the increasing pension payments that come with those raises. But here's an interesting twist – this yea

politics

NYC Mayor Faces Federal Charges in Court

October 7, 2024

New York City's Mayor Eric Adams is expected to appear in court today, facing a list of serious federal charges. The Democrat mayor, who rose to fame for his work against crime while at the NYPD, has been accused of bribery, wire fraud, and other corrupt acts. These allegations span from 2016 up unt

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Crypto Prices Bounce Back on Friday

October 7, 2024

After two days of decline, cryptocurrency prices made a comeback on Friday, with Bitcoin and Ether both up by 4%. This rally followed a tough week for risk assets, with the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 suffering significant losses. However, these stock indices managed to rebound on Friday. In the cr

crime

The Power of Partnerships: How Local Law Enforcement is Fighting Crime Together

October 4, 2024

When it comes to keeping communities safe, law enforcement agencies often work together. Recently, US Attorney General Merrick Garland visited the US Attorney's Office in Providence, Rhode Island, to praise the collaborative efforts of local and federal agencies in combating violent crime and drug t

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Mayor Adams Welcomes Trump's Support Amid Federal Charges

October 2, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has welcomed support from former President Donald Trump as he faces serious federal charges. The mayor is accused of defrauding taxpayers and accepting bribes, but he maintains his innocence. During a press conference, Adams stated that

business

Interest Rate Cuts Coming, But at a Slow Pace

October 1, 2024

The Federal Reserve Chair, Jerome Powell, recently announced that the US economy is in a solid shape and that interest rate cuts are on the horizon. However, these cuts will not come as a rapid-fire series of rate reductions. Instead, they will be implemented at a measured pace, intended to support

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Rebuilding After the Storm: A New Beginning for South Carolina

September 30, 2024

Hurricane Helene left a trail of destruction in its wake, affecting 14 counties in South Carolina. In the aftermath of the disaster, President Biden took swift action to declare a major disaster, unlocking federal funding for those in need. This decision is a crucial step towards restarting the live

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Banking on a Brighter Future: CFOs Expect Rate Cuts to Boost Economy

September 30, 2024

The recent Federal Reserve rate cut has sent shockwaves through the financial world. For the first time in four years, the Fed has reduced its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points. This decision has left many wondering what it means for the economy. To get a better understanding of the situati

politics

Mayor Under Fire: A New York City Leader's Crisis

September 29, 2024

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been hit with a federal indictment, accused of accepting bribes and illegal campaign contributions from foreign sources. The charges, which include bribery, conspiracy, and campaign finance violations, allegedly took place over a nearly decade-long period. Adams ha