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May 16 2026CRIME

Man Who Ran a Church Bank Is Sentenced for Stealing Over $1 Million

A former finance manager at a New Jersey Catholic parish has been found guilty of taking more than one million dollars from the church. He worked at St. Leo the Great in Lincroft, handling money and operations until he left last June. After his departure, the church staff noticed strange charg

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May 16 2026CRYPTO

Real-World Tokens Could Fix Crypto’s Messy Money Problems

A lot of trading still runs on old-school delays and paperwork. Big companies can’t move their stocks, bonds, or cash fast enough across borders or even between different banks. This friction costs them real money—like having a car stuck in traffic when it could be earning miles. Tokenizing these as

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May 16 2026WEATHER

Running in San Francisco this weekend? Wind and waves could ruin your day

San Francisco’s famous Bay to Breakers race is coming up, but the city isn’t just worried about runners this time. The National Weather Service is warning people to stay away from the coast because strong winds and rough ocean conditions will make things dangerous. Winds could hit 50 miles per hour,

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May 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Switching to a new weather app brings frustration for loyal gadget users

Smart gadgets need smart software updates—but recently, customers who rely on AcuRite’s weather tools suddenly faced an unwelcome surprise. For years, people used the My AcuRite app to track weather data from home devices without trouble. Now, a sudden switch to the newer AcuRite Now app has left ma

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Vance Uses Fraud Talk to Push Republican in Maine

Vice President J. D. Vance stepped onto a campaign trail in Bangor, Maine, after recently describing the Trump administration’s anti‑fraud drive as “nonpartisan. ” In the city, he rallied behind former Governor Paul LePage, a Republican contender eyeing the U. S. House seat that Democrat Jared Golde

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May 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Disney Cruise Line Brings Fresh Fun and Frozen Magic to Summer Sailings

As the summer season sets sail, Disney Cruise Line is rolling out a fresh lineup of shows and themed experiences designed to keep guests entertained from the moment they step aboard. On Alaska voyages, the Wonder and Magic will host a new Frozen sing‑along event on the upper deck. Guests can join A

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May 15 2026CRIME

When California politics got messy: a top aide’s fall from power

Dana Williamson, once a powerful figure in California politics, made a dramatic court appearance this week after admitting to serious crimes. A former top advisor to two governors, she pleaded guilty to bank fraud, lying to federal agents, and filing false tax returns. Her actions were part of a wid

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May 15 2026OPINION

Boulder’s open spaces: where cycling thrives but official plans don’t

Boulder County calls itself a cycling paradise, but its parks department seems to have missed the memo entirely. Leaders now want to cut mountain bike access at key spots like Heil Valley Ranch and Hall Ranch, blaming "user conflicts. " The real picture tells a different story. Official numbers show

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Who should run Arizona’s schools? The fight over vouchers, spending, and who can manage public money

Arizona’s superintendent race is heating up between two Republicans locked in a public battle over school money. At the center is a voucher program meant to help families pay for private education. An audit last spring found the program’s overseer couldn’t track over half a billion dollars spent in

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May 14 2026WEATHER

Heatwave Ahead: Michigan Gets a Summer Kick‑off

In the next few days, Michigan’s climate is heading toward a warm spell that could feel like summer early. Forecasts predict that Detroit’s temperatures might climb close to 90°F by Monday, a sharp rise from the current 50°F chills. Southern Michigan could see steady highs between 82°F and 85°F

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