On Friday, the United States celebrates the 249th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Is America living up to its founding ideals? Is the U.S. a force…

CHICAGO – She’s the one her friends turned to for a problem, whether that was fixing their hair or personal advice. Dozens of people came to a vigil on the…

America celebrates its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026. When Trump took office, he signed an executive order to create a task force for America250, a year-long celebration of the…

President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans’ massive tax and spending bill will affect millions of Americans, particularly vulnerable populations, but some of those impacts won’t be felt for some time….

This week, Americans will gather with family and friends to celebrate our independence. These celebrations will play out against the backdrop of recent instability at home and war abroad. There…

The Senate’s version of President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” passed Tuesday would make significant changes to student loan programs, worrying advocates that borrowers will face higher monthly payments.  The reconciliation…

Federal student borrowers are among those concerned after both chambers of Congress passed President Donald Trump’s mega spending bill. Following a full day of negotiations July 3 and a 218-214 House…

Oklahoma lawmakers, charities react to passage of ‘big, beautiful bill’ The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” has passed the House, prompting reactions from Oklahoma lawmakers due to its potential impact…

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Guardians rearranged their pitching staff in the wake of Luis Ortiz’s leave of absence amid gambling allegations, according to league sources. Left-hander Joey Cantillo was recalled…