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Jan 14 2026BUSINESS

How One Man's Vision is Changing Lives Through Housing

Giovanne Schachere is making a big difference in California and Washington. He leads groups that help people who are homeless or just out of jail. These groups give them medical help, housing, and support to stay on track. Running things in two states isn't easy. Each state has different rules and

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Jan 14 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin's 2026 Journey: Where's It Headed?

In the world of digital money, Bitcoin is expected to have a good year in 2026. A well-known expert thinks it will end the year higher than it started. But, will it reach the huge $150, 000 mark? That's still up in the air. The expert also sees big changes in the crypto world. They think prediction

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Jan 14 2026CRIME

Boston Cracks Down on Illegal Gun Part Smuggling

In a major crackdown, authorities in Boston have taken control of several websites and cryptocurrency accounts linked to a scheme involving the illegal importation of gun parts from China. These parts, known as machine gun conversion devices, are used to transform regular pistols into fully automati

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

A Judge's Call for a Visa Fix After a Student's Wrongful Deportation

In a surprising turn of events, a federal judge in Boston has suggested a creative fix for a young student's deportation mix-up. The judge proposed that the U. S. government issue a student visa to Any Lucia Lopez Belloza, a 19-year-old college student who was mistakenly sent to Honduras. This happe

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Jan 14 2026BUSINESS

From Hot Dogs to Hearts: Nicky V's Big Year in 2025

Nick Versetto, a former financial advisor, took a leap of faith seven years ago and opened Nicky V's, a hot dog and burger joint. He never expected it to grow so quickly. In 2025, he and his wife Krystyna opened four new locations in just a few months. Three are standalone buildings, and three are i

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

New York's Big Push for Safer Streets and Subways

New York is stepping up its game to make streets and subways safer. Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced a $77 million boost to subway safety. This money will go towards more police patrols, platform barriers, and a special program called SCOUT. SCOUT teams up mental health experts with police t

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

The Rise of the Influencer Visa: A New Path to the American Dream?

In the ever-changing world of immigration, a new trend is emerging. While it's becoming tougher for skilled tech workers to get H-1B visas due to stricter policies, another group is finding success with a different type of visa. Influencers and OnlyFans creators are increasingly applying for and obt

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Jan 14 2026EDUCATION

Building a Future in Farming: IVCC's New Ag Center

In Oglesby, something exciting is growing on the Illinois Valley Community College campus. It's not a crop, but a new building. This is the Dr. Alfred E. Wisgoski Agricultural Education Center. It's a big deal because it's going to help students learn about farming and agriculture in a modern way.

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Shooting: A Clash of Justice and Politics

In a surprising turn of events, several attorneys from the US justice department's civil rights division have resigned. They are unhappy with a decision not to investigate the shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent. This incident happened in Minneapolis on January 7. The attorneys who quit w

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Jan 13 2026SPORTS

Nolan Arenado's New Home: A Fresh Start for a Veteran

Nolan Arenado, a well-known baseball player, has moved from the Cardinals to the Diamondbacks. This trade happened after a long time of rumors. The Diamondbacks will pay part of Arenado's remaining contract, which is $42 million for the next two years. The Cardinals will pay the rest. Arenado is 34

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