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A Closer Look at the Controversial Figure Behind Trump's Marijuana Order

December 21, 2025

President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order to reclassify marijuana, moving it to a less dangerous drug category. This decision was welcomed by medical professionals and health advocates, as it opens doors for more research and potential treatments for chronic diseases and pain. Howev

politics

Cartoons Critique: Economy, Health Care, and More

December 21, 2025

The economy was a hot topic this week. President Donald Trump gave a big speech about it. He said former President Joe Biden is to blame for high prices. But not everyone agrees. A recent poll shows only 33% of people approve of Trump's handling of the economy. Cartoonists had a field day with this

politics

Michigan's Food Pantry Lines Grow as Prices Stay High

December 21, 2025

In the small town of Capac, Michigan, a food pantry sees a steady stream of cars, each waiting for basic supplies like lettuce and apples. These items, once affordable, have seen their prices climb or remain stubbornly high. Taylor Ludwig, a 35-year-old mother of three, is one of those waiting in li

entertainment

Titus Welliver Steps Into a New Crime Role

December 21, 2025

Titus Welliver is back in the crime scene, but not as the familiar Harry Bosch. Fans can get a sneak peek of his new character in the upcoming season of Dark Winds. This is not his first rodeo, as he has been busy with other projects since Bosch: Legacy wrapped up. Welliver will be playing Dominic

entertainment

Amanda Seyfried to Bring Joey to Life in Upcoming Crime Comedy Series

December 21, 2025

Amazon has big plans in store for fans of crime comedies. They are adapting the popular novel "Skinny Dip" into a series. This is not the first time someone has tried to bring this story to the screen, but this time, it feels different. Why? Because Amanda Seyfried is set to star as the main charact

sports

Joe Burrow's Future with Bengals: What's Really Going On?

December 20, 2025

Joe Burrow, the star quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals, has been making headlines lately. He's been open about not having fun this season, especially after a toe injury sidelined him for a while. But don't expect him to leave the Bengals anytime soon. The Bengals have invested a lot in Burrow.

opinion

Colorado's Weather Science Under Fire: What's at Stake?

December 20, 2025

The Trump administration is targeting Colorado's top weather research labs. The Office of Management and Budget wants to split up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder. They claim NCAR is spreading "climate alarmism" and pushing a "green new scam. " This is a big deal. For

celebrities

Taylor Swift's Heartbreaks and Comebacks

December 19, 2025

Taylor Swift has been open about her struggles with love and heartbreak. She recently shared her experiences with two past relationships in her Disney+ docuseries. Swift mentioned that she went through two breakups early in her tour, which was tough for her. She said that the tour gave her a reason

crime

Minnesota's Fraud Problem: A Closer Look

December 19, 2025

Minnesota is facing a serious issue with fraud in its state-run programs. A top prosecutor recently revealed that at least 14 programs have been identified as having significant fraud problems. This is a big deal because it involves a lot of money—around $18 billion paid out by Medicaid. The prosecu

sports

Sixers vs. Knicks: Where to Watch and What to Expect

December 19, 2025

The Philadelphia 76ers are set to play the New York Knicks, but fans won't see it on regular TV. Instead, they need to go to Amazon Prime Video. This is because of a big deal Amazon made with the NBA. The deal lasts until the 2035-36 season and is worth almost $20 billion. Joel Embiid, the Sixers'