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Seaside Gallery Shuts Its Doors as Hotel Renovates

June 12, 2026

The art space that had kept the spirit of a big wildlife festival alive all year has closed while its host hotel goes through a $150 million makeover. The gallery, located on the first floor of Charleston Place, was part of a plan to use temporary retail spots during the hotel’s long‑term update. It

sports

Big names show up for Knicks vs. Spurs Game 4

June 11, 2026

Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden looked more like a red-carpet event than a basketball game. Taylor Swift arrived with sisters Alana and Este Haim, proving once again that Knicks home games are as much about star power as they are about actual basketball. The pop superstar owns

entertainment

UFC’s Big Fight Day Fails to Pull Some Hollywood Stars

June 10, 2026

The UFC plans a huge fight card called Freedom 250 to mark the United States’ 250th birthday. The event will happen on the South lawn of the White House, a place that hasn’t hosted combat sports in over a century. UFC president Dana White is hoping for record‑breaking attendance and has asked many f

politics

Trump’s UFC Party Turns Into a Family Gathering

June 10, 2026

The White House event that was meant to shine with big names has turned into a closer circle of friends and supporters. After weeks of speculation, the list that finally came out shows most guests are from Trump’s own circle and loyal voters. The press secretary, who has not been seen at the W

entertainment

Celebrating Unity: DJ Rubin on Juneteenth Fest and Music

June 10, 2026

DJ Rubin, who helps run the Juneteenth Family Fest in North Charleston, talks about what makes this year special. He says the biggest draw is how the event brings people together, letting families and friends share a day of joy while honoring their heritage. He looks forward to seeing the community’

crime

Murder on Memorial Day: A GPS‑Tracked Twist

June 9, 2026

A 21‑year‑old from Fridley, Raquan Rahjai Johnson, faces murder charges after a drive‑by shooting on Memorial Day in Minneapolis. Police say he fired at least one person and may have been involved in a second, more deadly incident. The first shooting occurred on May 24 near Penn Avenue North. Wit

art

Old‑School Art Returns to Dallas’ Deep Ellum

June 9, 2026

In the 1980s, Deep Ellum’s streets buzzed with bold murals and buzzing creativity. Today the area has turned from a dangerous enclave into a lively hub, but its artistic roots still echo. A new exhibit at the Kettle Art Gallery celebrates that legacy. The show, called “Deep Ellum OGs Return, ” op

politics

Trump Questions California Vote Count

June 9, 2026

The former U. S. president has once again criticized California’s election process, claiming it is unfair and slow. He pointed to the mayoral race in Los Angeles, where his chosen candidate, Spencer Pratt, was trailing behind two Democrats after the first round of votes. Trump said that Pratt could

lifestyle

A Life of Service, Love and Simple Joys

June 9, 2026

Bruce Lee Nattress left this world on June 3, 2026, at the age of eighty. He was a longtime resident of Ruscomanor Township and had spent most of his life in the company of family, friends and a strong sense of duty. He married Carol A. (Mayer) Nattress in 1961, and together they celebrated more

politics

What Chicago’s Ethics Rules Really Mean When Big Money Talks

June 9, 2026

Chicago’s mayor has a rule: no campaign money from companies that do city work. But over the years, money still slips through. This time, an IT firm called EKI-Digital—already under fire for possible overbilling—sent a $250 donation to the mayor’s campaign. The timing is awkward. Just last year, the