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Cocaine Money Mixer Now Runs Legal Weed Stores

March 27, 2026

A 42‑year‑old man who helped a Mexican drug ring move more than $300, 000 in cash is still running a chain of legal cannabis shops in Illinois. The man was caught in 2021 when delivery men, carrying grocery bags that were actually stacks of money, knocked on his door in Chicago’s Ukrainian Village.

crime

Young Driver Accused of Intentional Crash and Drug Charges

March 27, 2026

A 22‑year‑old man from North Charleston is now in court on several serious accusations. Police say he deliberately hit another car with the goal of harming its passengers. The incident happened early Friday on International Boulevard. The driver, named Joseph Gordon Jr. , was arrested after officer

celebrities

Celebrity Money Talk: Why Some Stars Miss the Mark

March 25, 2026

Celebrities often feel pressured to show how they spend their cash, but when fans reach out about money problems, many seem more focused on image than help. A recent fan told Oprah that a $100 jewelry box was too pricey; Oprah’s reply, “Lower than $100? ” shocked many who expected a more compassi

finance

City’s Budget Surprises Council with Smaller Deficit

March 21, 2026

The city ended 2025 with a deficit far below the $9. 6 million that had been forecast, according to the interim finance director who stepped into the role two weeks ago. He told council that the shortfall will be about $3 million, a relief driven by higher revenues in key areas. Earned income and re

politics

Cuban Singer Gets a Rifle for the First Time

March 21, 2026

Silvio Rodriguez, 79, known for his songs that helped shape the Cuban revolution, was handed an AKM rifle by the military. The gesture came after he posted on social media that he was ready to fight if the United States ever tried to invade. The weapon, a modern version of the old Soviet AK-47, w

sports

USA Wins Tense WBC Match, but Strikeout Sparks Debate

March 16, 2026

The World Baseball Classic saw the United States edge out the Dominican Republic with a close 2‑1 victory, moving on to the final round. The decisive moment came in the last inning when U. S. pitcher Mason Miller forced Dominican shortstop Geraldo Perdomo to strike out looking, and earlier in the ei

education

Celebrating Local Scholars: A Look at Their Academic Wins

March 14, 2026

Osceola County students are making waves far beyond their hometown, earning top honors at a variety of colleges and universities across the country. One standout is Jalen Amari Gummer, who earned a cum laude Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Furman University. His success is a reminder tha

entertainment

Hollywood Pre‑Oscar Bash: Food, Fun and Big Names

March 12, 2026

The Dolby Theater in Hollywood rolled out its red carpet for the 98th Academy Awards, signaling that the final pre‑party buzz is underway. Chef Wolfgang Puck returns for the 32nd year to supply the Governor’s Ball menu, featuring tray‑passed dishes and a dramatic Oscar Gold Spraying Station where

health

Rethinking Men’s Fertility: Facts, Myths and the Real Causes

March 11, 2026

The world has noticed a dip in how many men can father children. Scientists agree the trend is real, but they are still debating why it’s happening. Some people point fingers at phones, electric cars or plastic waste, yet the truth is far more tangled. A 2017 study in Oxford journals claimed sperm c

entertainment

A New Take on a Famous Love Story

March 7, 2026

The hit series “Love Story” reimagined the romance between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, but many people close to the real couple said the show missed the mark. The drama was written by Ryan Murphy and produced by Brad Simpson, who claimed to have used a biography and interviews for r