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How Trump’s Changed Stance on Crypto Pushed Billions into His Pockets

July 2, 2026

Not too long ago, the man now leading the charge for cryptocurrency was actually calling Bitcoin a scam. That flip-flop happened fast once the 2024 election rolled around. Now in office for a second time, he has pushed a wave of pro-crypto moves that seem to line up almost perfectly with his own bus

business

Trump’s Crypto Cash Flow: A Billion‑Dollar Shift

July 1, 2026

The new disclosure form shows that the former president’s earnings from cryptocurrency ventures far outpace his long‑standing real‑estate holdings. In the last year, a company called World Liberty Financial sold “governance tokens” that raised more than half a billion dollars, while another entity,

weather

Heat‑Broke Road in Algonquin, Drivers Urged to Watch Out

July 1, 2026

A stretch of Algonquin Road just west of Route 25 cracked and bent after a week of intense heat. The damage started around noon on Monday, causing cars to swerve and creating a traffic jam for the next 24 hours. By 12:50 a. m. Tuesday, state workers had patched the road and all lanes were open again

finance

Cryptocurrency Earnings Surface in Trump’s Financial File

July 1, 2026

The U. S. Office of Government Ethics published a 927‑page financial disclosure for former President Donald Trump on Tuesday, offering a detailed look at his wealth. The document highlights that the former leader earned more than $200 million from cryptocurrency sales, a figure that is surprisingly

politics

Justice Thomas Stands Firm on Sex and Sports Rules

July 1, 2026

The Supreme Court recently ruled that state laws limiting girls’ sports to biological females remain valid. Justice Clarence Thomas, a senior member of the Court, added his own perspective in a short, two‑page concurrence. He described transgender claims as “lies” that mislead the public and stresse

crime

Beware: Scammers are hijacking web traffic for ransom

July 1, 2026

Cyber criminals have found a sneaky way to trick people online. They’re taking over systems that normally help websites send visitors to the right place. Instead, these systems now push users toward fake login pages or harmful downloads. The trick starts with phishing emails, hacked websites, or eve

politics

Trump’s crypto empire: big money from meme coins and bold moves

July 1, 2026

In his first year back in the White House, a financial report showed the president made over $1. 4 billion from cryptocurrencies. A huge chunk of that—$635 million alone—came from a deal tied to “Celebration Coins, ” a crypto group linked to his name. These so-called meme coins, often tied to intern

lifestyle

Behind the fees: How obituaries really work

July 1, 2026

Funerals are expensive, and so are the ways to announce someone’s passing. Newspapers charge flat fees for obituaries, but the pricing isn’t as simple as it looks. A basic notice costs at least $162, and each extra line adds $12. Photos cost extra too—$125 per day—which adds up quickly if you want t

politics

Florida leaders split over big Supreme Court decisions

July 1, 2026

In Florida, state leaders aren’t on the same page about recent Supreme Court rulings. Gov. Ron DeSantis called one decision—a ruling keeping birthright citizenship—a "total defeat. " The Court also said states can ban transgender students from female sports, a move some leaders praised for protectin

business

A Sweet Deal: How One Big Candy Shop Put Its Workers in Charge

June 30, 2026

Seventy-five years after opening as a tiny basement candy shop in Cleveland, the largest candy store in North America has turned a new page. Instead of selling to investors or handing over to family, the business quietly shifted control to the people who stock the shelves, wrap orders, and greet cus