Imagine you're a 15-year-old girl who loves playing soccer, but you're not sure if the rules of the game are fair. Parker Tirrell, a 15-year-old transgender girl, is fighting for her right to play on a girls' school sports team in New Hampshire. But is her right to play being threatened by the state
Imagine being a 14-year-old transgender girl, eager to try out for your school's track and tennis teams, only to be told you can't because of a new law. This is the reality for Iris Turmelle, a freshman at Pembroke Academy in Pembroke, New Hampshire. Turmelle, along with another transgender teenage
Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, has become a household name in the pizza community. His annual One Bite Pizza Festival has become a celebration of small, local businesses, and his pizza reviews have given many pizzerias a boost in popularity. But what's behind Portnoy's passion for p
Sports betting is expected to continue its rapid growth, with executives from FanDuel, Fanatics, DraftKings, and Sportradar predicting a bright future. Bettors are increasingly interested in placing wagers on individual players, as well as making real-time bets during sporting events. Taxes and
Imagine a world where election campaigns are free from foreign interference. Sounds like a utopia, right? But is the Secure Handling of Internet Electronic Donations Act (SHIELD Act) the silver bullet to achieve this goal? Let's take a closer look. The SHIELD Act, introduced by Rep. Bryan Steil (R-
As the 2024 presidential race heats up, Republicans have shifted their focus from attacking President Biden to zeroing in on Vice President Kamala Harris. What changed? Let's break it down: Key Points: Republicans held a hearing highlighting border security issues, mentioning Harris by name for the
A brawl in Palo Alto's Transit Center has sparked questions about hate and violence. A 63-year-old man from East Palo Alto is facing charges after allegedly attacking two men, one Latino in his 20s and another in his 70s. The younger victim claims the suspect hurled insults about Mexicans before
Comptroller Brad Lander is stirring up a hornet's nest. He's urging major retailers like Walmart, Costco, and Kroger to start selling the abortion pill mifepristone. He argues that it's not just a matter of women's health, but also good business. Lander points out that New York City's pension funds
So you're planning a getaway, a chance to relax and recharge. But before you pack your bags, a nagging worry might creep in: is your home safe while you're away? Surprisingly, the first line of defense isn't necessarily a high-tech alarm system, but good old-fashioned discretion. Avoid broadcasting
Is ShotSpotter a life-saving tool or an expensive mistake? That's the key question facing Chicago as Mayor Brandon Johnson prepares to phase out the controversial gunshot detection system later this month, despite strong opposition from many aldermen who see it as essential for getting police to cri
