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A former member of Belleville’s school board has filed a lawsuit claiming that the board broke state law by moving a key meeting to an unsuitable venue. The dispute began when the district sent out almost 200 notices cutting staff positions on May 11, a move that rattled the community and teachers.

celebrities

Celebrating July 16: Stars, Stories, and Surprises

July 16 has always been a day where the spotlight turns on a mix of seasoned actors, rising talents, and legendary figures. Today marks the birthdays of several well‑known faces in film and television. The most prominent among them is actress Phoebe Cates, who turns 63. Her middle name, Belle, is a

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Unexpected Crash Hits Local Sports Bar Sign

A recent video shows a driver, trying to escape police, careening into the sign of a sports bar in Myrtle Beach. The incident involved 59‑year‑old William Moore, who was pursued after authorities discovered stolen license plates from Georgia. While speeding, the officer decided it was safer to

New York Hosts Sports & Entertainment Talks with Jalen Brunson

Variety is opening a new interview studio in New York City on July 16, bringing together people who shape the future of sports and entertainment. The studio will host six conversations that look at how stories are told, how fans engage, and the cultural impact of sports. The event will feature Ja

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Who Liked What About the 2016 Taylor Swift Drama

The feud that started in 2016 between Taylor Swift, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian turned into a social media storm. A lyric in Kanye’s song “Famous” hinted at an earlier stage‑invasion incident, sparking accusations that Taylor had not approved the wording. Kim released a phone call on Snapchat wher

politics

Grooming Gangs and the Politics of Reporting

Three brothers from Sheffield—Amar, Kamar and Kamran Ilyas—were handed a total of 40 years behind bars on June 22, 2026. Their crimes spanned from 2004 to 2008 and involved the sexual abuse of five girls, some as young as twelve. One victim was assaulted by all three siblings, and Amar fled to Pakis

Summer Stream Picks: New Shows and Movies to Watch

A fresh wave of stories is rolling out on streaming platforms this week. MGM+ launches a gritty crime drama that dives into the world of New York’s underbelly, featuring a tough lead played by J. K. Simmons. Documentary+ offers a four‑episode look at the hidden journey of a common household it

Apple TV Series Turns Each Episode Into a Stand‑Alone Mini‑Movie

"The new crime drama on Apple TV stars Timothy Olyphant as a rugged father figure, while Anya Taylor‑Joy plays a former thief who is now hunted by both the FBI and a dangerous mob boss after a botched robbery. The show, adapted from Marissa Stapley’s novel, moves away from the usual serialized forma

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Supreme Court Decision Sparks Debate Over Voting Rights

A Supreme Court ruling on April 29 has sparked intense discussion about the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Some people say the Court weakened the law, while others argue it was a misunderstanding of the case. The decision focused on a 1982 amendment, not the original act itself. The ruling used a compl

Future of the Fantastic Four: A New Vision