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May 29 2026EDUCATION

School budget cuts hit Wadsworth classrooms hard after voters say no to new taxes

Wadsworth’s public schools are making big changes this fall after voters rejected a tax increase that would have helped balance the budget. Instead of new money, the district is cutting 33 jobs, raising class sizes, and even talking about making some kids ride the bus to different schools. The vote

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May 29 2026OPINION

Who Pays What? Rethinking America’s Tax System for Working Families

Many hardworking Americans are barely keeping their heads above water financially. About two-thirds live from one paycheck to the next, and most worry constantly about money. Teachers, childcare workers, and others who shape young lives often earn so little that saving for emergencies or retirement

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May 29 2026POLITICS

When Workplace Protections Collide

A New Jersey municipal worker found herself caught between two growing concerns at her workplace: alleged sexual harassment from the town mayor and visible mold problems in the office building. She reported the boss for making unwanted comments about her appearance and invading her personal space at

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May 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

A Lightweight Laptop That Keeps Up with Your Busy Routine

Life today means juggling work, travel, and endless small tasks. Whether you're hopping between meetings or trying to finish a project on a cramped airplane seat, a good laptop needs to match your pace. The Dell XPS 14 steps into that role as a slim, fast machine designed for people who don’t have t

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May 29 2026POLITICS

New York Adds Tax on Luxury Second Homes

New York recently passed a budget that introduces a new tax on high-end second homes in New York City. The move aims to raise $500 million per year for the city, which is struggling with budget shortfalls. The tax targets luxury properties worth over $5 million, with rates increasing based on value.

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May 29 2026HEALTH

Behind the Billions: How Medicaid Autism Billing Became a Hotspot for Scams

Medicaid spending on autism therapies has ballooned in recent years, drawing attention not just for its growth but for the staggering gaps in oversight that allowed fraud to thrive. A federal audit found Colorado alone handed out $77. 8 million in questionable payments for Applied Behavior Analysis

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May 29 2026HEALTH

Protecting Boston from mpox: why the rise in cases matters

Boston is seeing a jump in mpox cases, a disease once called monkeypox. Local health teams are watching the numbers closely. They say the risk to the public right now is low. Still, they urge people who might be at higher risk to get the two-dose vaccine. The shots work best if taken four weeks apar

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May 29 2026CRIME

Netflix's fastest-rising crime documentary sparks debate over memory and justice

A new Netflix documentary about a deadly 2022 car crash in Ohio has quickly become the platform’s most-watched title, racking up over 43 million hours of viewing in under two weeks. The Crash focuses on Mackenzie Shirilla, a teenager at the time, who was driving with her boyfriend and a friend when

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May 29 2026CRIME

When Netflix Takes on Legal Drama: The Murdaugh Saga Gets a Fresh Look

A short Netflix documentary series is diving back into one of America’s most talked-about legal cases. The new episode, part of the "Instadocs" lineup, revisits the Alex Murdaugh story just as it’s taken another dramatic turn. In 2023, Murdaugh was found guilty of murdering his wife and son and sent

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May 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Discover Pixar’s Hidden Art Vault at Disneyland

Guests stepping into the second‑floor atrium of Pixar Place Hotel will meet a vibrant collection that celebrates the upcoming Toy Story 5. The gallery showcases hand‑drawn sketches, painted scenes, and three‑dimensional models that reveal how the movie’s visuals came to life. A striking mural domin

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