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May 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Ohio now lets people pay state fees with crypto

Ohio has become the first state to let residents pay certain government bills using cryptocurrency. A new digital wallet called Buckeye Billfold lets people use Bitcoin or other digital money to cover fees for courts, the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, and other state services. The wallet also accepts re

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May 24 2026OPINION

What’s behind Hunter Biden’s mixed messages?

Hunter Biden’s recent talks show two sides of the same person. On one hand, he comes across as honest about his struggles with addiction, sharing his journey toward sobriety and personal growth. He quotes prayers, reflects on past mistakes, and even pokes fun at his own infamous nickname—the "Hunter

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May 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

Local water wins while federal policy drifts downstream

For most of us, water just flows out of the tap. We assume it’s safe to drink, swim in, or use on our lawns without thinking about where that safety comes from. But beneath the surface, something’s shifting. While Clark County pulls together to safeguard its water, changes at the national level are

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May 24 2026SPORTS

Rain forces last-minute changes to Tennessee high school softball finals

The final games of Tennessee’s high school softball season got a rain check. Originally planned for the same day, the biggest matches got shifted because of steady rainfall across Middle Tennessee. Instead of wrapping up on Friday, the championship showdowns got pushed to Saturday. At Riverdale Hig

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May 24 2026SPORTS

How a late hit changed the game for Knoxville Smokies

The weather had other plans on May 23, forcing a rain delay that pushed a baseball game from Friday to Saturday. But when the Knoxville Smokies finally took the field, they made sure the wait was worth it. The team secured a narrow win in the first game of a doubleheader against the Montgomery Biscu

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May 24 2026WEATHER

Memorial Day weekend weather in DC might not be picnic-perfect

The long Memorial Day weekend in Washington DC won’t bring the sunny backyard parties or beach trips many expect. Instead of t-shirts and sunscreen, locals might need umbrellas and light jackets. The big change comes from a weather pattern that’s stuck longer than usual, pushing cool, cloudy conditi

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May 24 2026WEATHER

Summer Heat Paying a Visit to Chicago Just in Time

A warmer weekend is rolling into Chicago just as Memorial Day approaches, giving residents a preview of summer conditions. The city started the weekend with typical late-spring freshness—temperatures near the upper 50s and a crisp breeze coming off Lake Michigan at about nine miles per hour. Light s

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May 24 2026SPORTS

Rain Forces Baseball Game to Switch Days

A Major League Baseball matchup between two teams was called off Friday night because the field was too soaked from steady rain. The game, originally set for Saturday afternoon, will now be played Sunday as the first game of a doubleheader. Fans who had tickets for Saturday must return to the ballpa

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May 24 2026POLITICS

How the World Cup turns cities into temporary perfection

This summer, 11 U. S. cities will behave like they’ve been plugged into a different operating system. For six weeks, streets will stay clean, crowds will move smoothly, and public spaces will feel like a well-oiled machine. But this isn’t normal city life—it’s a FIFA experiment in temporary order.

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May 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A quiet town with a rough edge

A filmmaker once made a movie about a place where not much happens—at least not in the way people expect. Instead of fast chases or big shootouts, the story lingers on everyday moments: conversations over food, long drives in beat-up cars, and the slow burn of old grudges. The town itself feels stuc

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