Cypress is looking at some big changes to how money flows in local elections. The city council recently talked about lowering the maximum donation a candidate can get, from $5, 900 to $500. This idea came from Mayor David Burke, who thinks too much special interest money is influencing elections and
Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York mayoral race was a big deal. He didn't just win; he did it with style and a deep connection to hip-hop culture. His campaign was different. He used music, social media, and grassroots efforts to reach people. It was like he took a page from the biggest rap ba
In a surprising turn of events, local celebrities are stepping up to advocate for something unexpected: the free services offered by libraries. This campaign aims to highlight the often-overlooked benefits that libraries provide to communities. Libraries are more than just places to borrow books. T
Jack Schlossberg, a member of the famous Kennedy family, is making waves in the political scene. He's not your typical politician, though. He's been using social media to share his thoughts on politics, sometimes in a way that's caused controversy. He's even been compared to Hamlet, pretending to be
The government recently reopened after a long shutdown, but the delay caused serious problems for millions of Americans who rely on food stamps. This is the first time the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has faced such an interruption, and it has shaken people's trust in the governm
Dusty Donaldson, a mother from High Point, North Carolina, received a life-altering phone call in 2005. She was pursuing her MBA when her doctor asked her to come in immediately, bringing her husband along. She knew instantly what the news would be: cancer. Initially, Donaldson had visited her doct
In a heartbreaking turn of events, families of nine young lives lost at Camp Mystic due to severe flooding have taken legal action. They are suing the camp and its owners, claiming negligence and a disregard for safety. The lawsuits allege that the camp put money before the well-being of its campers
The Miami Hurricanes are currently sitting at the 15th spot in the College Football Playoff rankings. This is a significant jump from their previous ranking of 18. They are the highest-ranked team from the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). However, their spot in the playoffs is not guaranteed. To se
Dan Campbell, the head coach of the Detroit Lions, has some wild stories from his time playing in Philadelphia. He remembers the city as an intense place to play, especially back in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Fans were known for throwing batteries and even spitting on players. Campbell, who pla
Elections are a big deal, and campaigns use lots of banners and posters to get their message out. But what happens to all that stuff after the votes are cast? It turns out, these campaign materials might be a sneaky source of microplastic pollution. Scientists gathered some campaign banners and a p
