A recent federal bill has put a damper on Chicago's hemp industry. The bill, which ended a government shutdown, also closed a loophole that allowed hemp products with small traces of THC to be sold as drinks, edibles, vapes, and more. This has left many businesses in a tough spot. Hemp business own
In the heart of Ukraine, Kyiv faced yet another night of relentless attacks. The sky lit up with fire and destruction as Russian missiles and drones rained down. Six lives were lost, and many more were injured. Firefighters and emergency crews rushed to different parts of the city, working tirelessl
Hakeem Jeffries, the House minority leader, is facing a tough situation. Just days after a big win for Democrats, he was grilled by reporters about Senate Democrats who joined Republicans to end a government shutdown. They asked if he was disappointed and if Chuck Schumer should stay as Senate Democ
Creating good habits at work is not just about willpower. It's about setting up the right environment. James Clear, known for his work on habits, shared some practical tips. First, leaders need to ask the right questions. Where is the team headed? What are they aiming for? It could be money, creati
South Dakota is eyeing a huge chunk of federal cash to boost rural health services. If they get the $1 billion they're asking for, half will go towards upgrading telehealth and data-sharing systems. This is part of a bigger federal plan to help rural health providers deal with cuts to Medicaid, a pr
The Cleveland Browns are in the spotlight again, and not just because of their upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens. Fans and experts are buzzing about the team's offensive struggles and what the future holds for head coach Kevin Stefanski. Quincy Carrier, a well-known sports analyst, and Jar
In a recent crackdown, authorities in New Jersey have exposed a large-scale illegal sports betting operation with ties to organized crime. The investigation, led by the New Jersey State Police and the Division of Criminal Justice, has resulted in charges against 14 individuals, including members of
Last week, the number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped a bit. This small change suggests that the job market is still pretty steady. Even though the government was shut down for a while, states kept track of these numbers. Experts used this data to make educated guesses about
A man from New Jersey, Jon Cannon, is now behind bars in Florida. He got 17 years in prison for a 2021 crime. He snuck into a college dorm and touched a sleeping student inappropriately. This wasn't his first time doing something like this. He had already spent time in jail in New Jersey. That was
Morgan McSweeney, the top aide to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, is staying put despite whispers of a power struggle. Rumors swirled that McSweeney was behind leaked stories targeting cabinet ministers, but sources close to him insist he had nothing to do with it. McSweeney's allies say he's done
