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What Germany plans to do about high gas prices

March 20, 2026

German leaders disagree on how to handle rising fuel costs tied to global tensions. One idea from the Finance Ministry suggests taxing oil companies that are making extra profits while regular drivers pay more. The money from this could help families who spend a big chunk of their income on commutin

crime

True Crime in 2025: New Voices, Old Stories

March 17, 2026

The year 2025 offered a surprising shift in the true‑crime world, moving away from flashy rehashes and toward deeper, more human stories. Some releases still followed the old formula: a new angle on a famous serial killer or a celebrity drama that feels rushed to beat online rivals. But many f

environment

Chlorinated Paraffins in E‑Waste River: Where the Risk Lies

March 5, 2026

Short‑chain and medium‑chain chlorinated paraffins, common in plastics and metal‑working fluids, have become a hot topic because they stick around in the environment, travel far, and can build up in living things. Long‑chain variants are less studied but may also be a threat. In China’s Guiyu, a tow

finance

Cleveland Heights Faces Tight Budget Battle

March 3, 2026

The city’s new finance chief is pushing for stricter spending while waiting on two pending state audits that will decide its bond rating. He told the finance committee in early February that Ohio’s Auditor should finish the 2023 audit soon, and he expects no major surprises. The city still has a few

politics

City Council’s Big Budget Moves: From School Fields to Animal Shelters

February 25, 2026

The council met on Feb. 19 and decided to release $2. 3 million from the city’s free‑cash pile, a move that follows the mayor’s request and the Finance Committee’s nod. The biggest chunk—$2 million—was earmarked for Westfield High School’s new athletic fields. City Treasurer‑Collector Matthew Bar

environment

A Green Giant's Fight for the Hudson

February 17, 2026

Richard Ottinger, a name not many know, but his work changed the course of history. He lived a long life, 97 years, and spent a good chunk of it fighting for the environment. He was a Democrat, but his family was Republican. He switched sides when he was a young lawyer in the 1950s. He served in Con

entertainment

Joliet's Cultural Cash Conundrum: Can They Strike the Right Balance?

February 17, 2026

Joliet is stepping up its cultural game, but money matters are complicating things. The city is rolling out the red carpet for performers, musicians, and educators to enliven City Square and Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park. However, the big question is: how much can Joliet really afford to pay the

politics

Sharice Davids Eyes Senate: A Bold Kansas Challenge

February 15, 2026

In recent months, Representative Sharice Davids of Kansas has sparked speculation that she might run for the U. S. Senate against incumbent Republican Roger Marshall. The idea gained traction after Davids met with Senator Adam Schiff, a key figure in the Democratic Senate campaign machinery. This co

politics

Alaska’s $272 Million Health Push: Tight Rules, Big Questions

February 15, 2026

Alaska’s health department is racing to hand out a hefty $272 million grant by October, a chunk of money that comes from a new federal program aimed at fixing rural health care across the country. The state got the largest per‑capita award in the first round of a five‑year plan that will spread $50 

community

Port Richmond Community Center Gets Big Boost for Major Upgrade

February 15, 2026

A historic community center in Port Richmond is getting a much-needed face-lift, thanks to a big chunk of federal cash. The center, which has been a go-to spot for locals for decades, is set to get a serious upgrade. The $2. 5 million grant is part of a larger federal spending plan. It's a big deal

What Germany plans to do about high gas prices

True Crime in 2025: New Voices, Old Stories

Chlorinated Paraffins in E‑Waste River: Where the Risk Lies

Cleveland Heights Faces Tight Budget Battle

City Council’s Big Budget Moves: From School Fields to Animal Shelters

A Green Giant's Fight for the Hudson

Joliet's Cultural Cash Conundrum: Can They Strike the Right Balance?

Sharice Davids Eyes Senate: A Bold Kansas Challenge

Alaska’s $272 Million Health Push: Tight Rules, Big Questions

Port Richmond Community Center Gets Big Boost for Major Upgrade

Alaska’s $272 Million Health Push: Tight Rules, Big Questions