In a surprising move, a group of Republican attorneys general from over a dozen states have teamed up to sue the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Why? They claim the SEC is overstepping its bounds by trying to regulate cryptocurrencies. This isn't just a legal battle; it's a sign of the cry
In 2017, Pete Hegseth, a potential defense secretary under Donald Trump and former Fox News host, was probed for a sexual assault claim at a California hotel hosting a Republican women's gathering. No charges were filed, and details of the victim remained undisclosed. The incident occurred at the Hy
In the heart of Joliet, there's a buzz about a new massage therapy business named Ocean Massage. The city's staff has given the thumbs up for this venture, suggesting the Joliet City Council approve a special use permit. The business is set to open at 3078 Caton Farm Road, right next to Essington Ro
Imagine having so much money that you can buy a seat at the table with world leaders. That's the kind of power billionaires like Elon Musk have. Musk, the world's richest man, joined a call between President-elect Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. But it's not just about rubbi
Politics often relies on guesswork. We guess how people might vote and what they care about based on certain traits. Last week's election showed some of these guesses were right. Men mostly voted for the GOP, and women leaned towards Democrats. College grads tilted progressive, while working-class v
For a while now, we've been hearing about the friendly campaigning style of Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. They were seen as a less harsh alternative compared to their opponents. Their supporters tried to mimic this approach. But when they lost, the pleasant demeanor v
In a surprising move, Ryan Walters, the state's education superintendent, has caused a stir by creating a new department focused on religious freedom and patriotism. He sent an email to all public school superintendents, asking them to show students a video announcement of this new department. This
Doug Burgum, the governor of North Dakota, has been chosen by President-elect Trump to lead the Interior Department. This department manages the nation’s public lands and waters, and Burgum is expected to play a significant role in shaping energy policies. As a governor from a state rich in oil and
Former President Donald Trump has outlined a new vision for education in the U. S. He wants to rid schools and colleges of what he calls "wokeness" and "left-wing indoctrination. " This includes banning lessons on gender identity and structural racism. Trump also aims to abolish diversity and inclus
Israel and the militant group Hezbollah are in the midst of intense peace negotiations. The US has presented a new ceasefire proposal, which Hezbollah is considering. The proposed deal includes a 60-day pause in fighting and has terms that align with a 2006 UN resolution. The Lebanese army might pla
