Ohio has a big problem with unpaid campaign fines. The state is owed around $100 million from people and groups who broke campaign finance rules. Now, the Secretary of State, Frank LaRose, is serious about collecting this money. LaRose recently made this issue a top priority. He spoke about it at t
Celtic Football Club is on the brink of signing Jocelin Ta Bi, a young and talented winger from Ivory Coast. The transfer fee is set at £2 million, coming from Maccabi Netanya, an Israeli club. Ta Bi's impressive performances while on loan to Hapoel Petah Tikva caught Celtic's eye. However, this de
Springfield is buzzing with changes, from new leaders to exciting venues. The Library Center's Hatch Auditorium is set to open on January 16, featuring a striking new sculpture called "Vistalation" by local artist Michael Stelzer. This piece, part of the Sculpture Walk Springfield program, was made
Chicago is home to many schools, but they face big problems. Money is tight, and some schools have too few students. There are also privately-run schools, called charter schools, that are having a hard time. These issues are hot topics at school board meetings. The board is changing, with more membe
Greenland has been on a path to independence since the late 1970s. This journey began when it gained more control over its own affairs. Now, the island's largest opposition party wants to talk directly with the United States. This move could leave Denmark out of the picture. Denmark is in a tough s
In a move that has stirred some international debate, China, Russia, and Iran have started a series of naval exercises off the coast of South Africa. This event, dubbed "Exercise WILL FOR PEACE 2026, " is part of a broader BRICS Plus initiative. The goal? To boost maritime safety and cooperation amo
The world is getting cooler, but you wouldn't know it from the news. Temperature drops on land and sea are happening fast. Yet, most media outlets are too busy pushing the idea of global warming to notice. Satellite data shows a big drop in temperatures. In 2025, the average temperature anomaly fel
North Aurora has just given the green light to a Mexican eatery, Mariscos El Catrin Del Mar, to host live entertainment. This isn't just about tacos and margaritas anymore; the village board has approved a special license for the restaurant to bring in live music, DJs, and other performers. This de
In the heart of California, a unique program is changing the lives of inmates. Virtual reality (VR) headsets are being used to transport prisoners to places they might never see otherwise. This initiative, led by a Los Angeles nonprofit, aims to prepare inmates for life after prison. The program of
The Supreme Court has decided to step into a heated legal battle involving Cisco, a major tech company, and members of the Falun Gong spiritual group. The court will soon hear arguments about whether Cisco can be held responsible for allegedly helping the Chinese government target Falun Gong practit
