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House Republicans Struggle to Unite Over Affordable Living Bill

March 12, 2026

Republicans in the House are trying to pass a big bill that would lower costs for families before November elections. They want the plan to stand out from Democrats, hoping voters will reward them for tackling everyday expenses. The party holds a narrow 218‑214 majority, so any new law needs almo

education

New Health School in Denton Gives Students a Real‑World Classroom

March 12, 2026

Texas Woman’s University has finished a $107 million health building that is already changing how future doctors, nurses and therapists learn. The three‑story center sits at 1600 Frame Street and covers 136, 000 square feet. It brings together students from nursing, physical therapy, occupational

politics

Food Stamps vs. Sweet Treats: A Legal Battle

March 12, 2026

Food‑stamp users across the United States have filed a lawsuit against the Department of Agriculture, challenging rules that stop them from buying sugary drinks, energy drinks and candy with their benefits. The complaint, filed in a Washington, D. C. , federal court, argues that the restrictions

health

Helping Parents Relax Helps Kids Stay Healthy

March 11, 2026

When parents learn to calm their minds, their children are less likely to become overweight. A new study showed that teaching parents stress‑reduction techniques can change how they raise their kids. The research focused on families with children aged two to five who were already overweight or

health

Doctors Need a New Playbook for Healthy Lives

March 11, 2026

A young doctor once met a delivery driver who had lost two legs because of diabetes that went untreated. The man didn’t know how much his high blood sugar cost him until he was in the hospital. That meeting sparked a question that many medical students share: are we being taught to stop problems bef

technology

Bigger TV, Same Price – Why 40‑inch Wins

March 11, 2026

The price drop on a 40‑inch Roku smart TV makes it more appealing than the smaller model. Amazon has reduced its cost by 13 %, bringing both the larger and the 32‑inch versions to $130. Choosing the bigger screen means extra viewing space without an added expense. This 40‑inch display fits well in

politics

Iran Conflict Funding: Senate View on Democrat Opposition

March 11, 2026

Senator Deb Fischer, a Republican from Nebraska, spoke to Newsmax about the possibility that Democrats may refuse emergency money for U. S. military actions in Iran. She explained that partisan politics could hinder Congress if the Trump administration seeks funds to keep fighting there. Fischer

health

Women’s Health Expo Opens Doors in Plainfield

March 7, 2026

The Plainfield YMCA will host a women’s health expo on Saturday, March 21, from 9:30 to 11 a. m. The venue is the C. W. Avery YMCA at 15120 Wallin Drive. State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel is the main organizer and will speak at the event. She has invited local leaders such as Will County Executiv

politics

A Friendly Check on Sweet Drinks

March 7, 2026

The U. S. Health Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy, recently softened his strong warning about sugary drinks from the popular coffee chain Dunkin’ after a week of heated discussion. Earlier in the month, he had called for possible limits on some of Dunkin’s sweeter offerings, describing them as “the wors

politics

US War on Iran Costs Billions in First Days

March 6, 2026

The United States has spent about $3. 7 billion in the first 100 hours of its attack on Iran, a study says. That averages nearly $900 million each day. Most of the money goes to buying weapons, not to running the war itself. The research was done by a Washington think‑tank that looks at defense issu