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May 01 2026POLITICS

Mental Health Care: A Costly Misstep and a Fight for Better Options

The state of mental health treatment in South Carolina is more than a public health issue; it’s an economic emergency. Every year, the United States loses about $343 billion because people with serious mental illnesses are forced into jails or emergency rooms instead of receiving proper psychiatric

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May 01 2026CRIME

Police Launch 90‑Day Crackdown Ahead of World Cup

The North Texas police are rolling out a three‑month operation to keep the city safe for visitors. The plan started on March 14 and will finish on June 14, the day of the first match in Arlington. The goal is to arrest people who commit serious crimes and stop drug dealers from operating on the stre

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May 01 2026POLITICS

A New Look at Puerto Rico Tax Plans

The debate over how people can reduce their tax bills has shifted to a new focus. Senate Finance Committee members are now asking the IRS to dig into tax advice that may have helped wealthy clients skip over $100 million in federal taxes. The critics say the advice came from two big law firms,

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May 01 2026CELEBRITIES

Shocking Lawsuit Fight Over Confidentiality Deals

Howard Stern has taken a stand against former executive assistant Leslie Kuhn, who sued the star and his wife for $2. 5 million a few weeks ago. The 72‑year‑old host says the case is a “shakedown” and calls it a transparent sham, according to court papers. His lawyer, Ilene Farkas, added that the co

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May 01 2026POLITICS

How Washington Can Save Millions by Listening to Insiders

Lawmakers in Washington are talking a lot about audits these days, but there’s a smarter way to catch fraud before it drains public funds. A bill proposed by Rep. David Hackney aims to reward whistleblowers who expose cheating in government programs—not just Medicaid. Right now, Washington is one of

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May 01 2026CRIME

When a breakup turns messy: money, revenge, and a house dispute

A Florida woman is now facing serious legal trouble after a messy breakup spiraled into a mix of fraud, harassment, and a fight over a shared home. Kristina Taylor, 36, and her friend Tara Johnson were arrested last year for sending explicit videos and photos from her past relationship to her ex-boy

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May 01 2026CRIME

More eyes on Texas roads as big event nears

Texas is getting ready for visitors from around the globe and that means more patrols on the roads. Officials are not taking it lightly – they’re stepping up checks and balances across North Texas. You might wonder why this matters to anyone outside the state. Well, when the world’s most-watched so

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May 01 2026BUSINESS

Good Day Farm faces lawsuit over business practices in Missouri

A Missouri cannabis company is fighting back after two wholesalers sued them, claiming unfair competition. The lawsuit says Good Day Farm runs a network of 61 dispensaries under different names like CODES and Greenlight. These stores pay fees to operate under Good Day Farm’s management, which the pl

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May 01 2026POLITICS

When Federal Crackdowns Hit the Streets: Who Should Hold Agents Accountable?

Last year, Chicago saw a sharp rise in federal immigration raids under a program called Operation Midway Blitz. The surge led to thousands of arrests and clashes between agents and locals. But this wasn’t just about immigration—it was about how agents did their jobs. A state commission, set up by Il

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Apr 30 2026BUSINESS

Dam Nation Battles Blueprint Over Unpaid Deal

A group that once represented Oregon State athletes is suing a sports marketing firm for not honoring a contract. The collective, started by former team manager Kyle Bjornstad, claims Blueprint Sports promised to buy it for $166, 828. 50 and make monthly payments starting in August 2025. Only two pa

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