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Billionaires Face a One‑Time Tax to Help California Health Care

June 20, 2026

A new ballot measure in California would charge a one‑time 5 % tax on residents whose net worth exceeds $1 billion. The proposal, backed by the state’s largest health‑care workers union, aims to raise about $100 billion for a special fund. Ninety percent of the money would go to health‑care programs

health

When Cancer Inflammation Fuels Fatigue: A Two‑Year Study

June 20, 2026

A new study followed people who had just been diagnosed with colorectal cancer. At the start, 411 patients gave blood samples and answered questions about how tired they felt. The researchers repeated the tests at 12 months (304 people) and again after two years (252 people). They also looked at a c

sports

A Night of Local Legends and Big Wins

June 20, 2026

At the Angel Stadium’s Diamond Club Lounge, the OC Sports Awards lit up with hometown heroes and national stars. The night began with a heartfelt moment as Ann Meyers Drysdale—now 71 and a longtime broadcaster—was welcomed by her close friend Cheryl Miller, the former Trojan legend. Drysdale’s Legac

environment

Trail Work in Alaska’s Biggest Park Is a Year‑Long Job

June 20, 2026

Alaska is known for its harsh winters and endless road projects, but keeping the trails in Chugach State Park running smooth is a full‑time effort. Volunteers with the Chugach Park Fund discover that trail planning, material sourcing, crew hiring and fundraising happen all year round, not just in su

celebrities

Celebrities and Tech Elites: Why Are They Meeting in Secret?

June 20, 2026

A leaked list of attendees has revealed that high-profile Hollywood stars like Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Sophia Bush have been part of Peter Thiel’s Dialog group—a private, invite-only network of tech leaders, politicians, and media figures. The group, described as a space for "off-the-record" discus

entertainment

Celebrities and Their Tipping Habits: What Service Workers Really Think

June 20, 2026

Service workers often see sides of celebrities that fans don’t. Behind the glamour, some stars leave big tips while others barely cover the bill. Elvis Presley, for example, famously tipped $5, 000 after a long meal with officers. That’s a far cry from today’s celebrities, like Victor Wembanyama, wh

weather

Quick thinking saves sailors in Detroit River storm

June 20, 2026

Last summer near Belle Isle, a sudden storm flipped seven small sailboats in the Detroit River. About 20 people were on those boats when winds picked up and waves grew taller than the sailboats themselves. Twelve ended up in the water, but thanks to quick reactions from firefighters, police, and eve

finance

Why Lionsgate could be the next big buy for streaming giants

June 20, 2026

For years, Lionsgate has built a reputation as a content powerhouse behind hit films like "John Wick" and "The Hunger Games, " along with a recent Michael Jackson biopic that raked in nearly a billion dollars. With a market cap around $4. 75 billion, the company is small enough for bigger players to

sports

Local teens shine as final sports awards are announced

June 20, 2026

This week marked the last set of Athletes of the Week for the 2025-2026 high school sports season in Cincinnati. Readers voted online until June 19 for their favorite performances. Winners can now grab their certificates and add their photos to an online showcase. The voting covered high school spo

politics

A Texas Man Wins a Gun‑Rights Battle Over Marijuana

June 19, 2026

The Supreme Court has ruled that federal law cannot bar people who use marijuana from owning guns. The decision was unanimous and supports a Texas resident, Ali Danial Hemani, who argued that the ban violates his Second Amendment rights. Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote a narrow opinion, saying the govern