Staff Reports
Teen Saves Money To Start Business, City Shuts Him Down
A 13-year-old Michigan teen saved nearly $1,000 to start a hot dog business as a way to help take pressure off of his disabled parents. On the same day he set up shop, the city of Holland shut him down.
Obama Announces Education Program For Black Youths
President Barack Obama has issued an executive order establishing the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans. The President said it will give black students “a complete and competitive education from the time they’re born all through the time they get a career.”
Rising Food Prices, Social Unrest In Coming Months
The drought that has swept across much of the United States will likely drive up food prices throughout the Nation and, some people fear, may even spark global unrest as food becomes scarce in some parts of the world.
Huckabee, Santorum Plan Chick-fil-A Appreciation Day
Following Chick-fil-A President and CEO Dan Cathy’s comments on traditional marriage, gay rights activists are making plans to boycott the restaurant until the cows come home. But two prominent Republicans are organizing Chick-fil-A Appreciation Day.
Paul’s Fed Audit Bill Passes House
Ron Paul’s revolutionary bill to audit the Federal Reserve passed the House of Representatives overwhelmingly by a vote of 327-98 on Wednesday afternoon. Paul’s bill received backing from all House Republicans but one and support from 89 Democrats.
Los Angeles Bans Marijuana Dispensaries
Medical marijuana dispensaries in Los Angeles took a hit on Tuesday. The city council approved a measure that will ban dispensaries throughout the city. The ban was passed unanimously with a 14-0 vote.
Conspiracy Theories Aren’t Always False, Just Unpopular
In the wake of the tragic events that occurred in Aurora, Colo., last week, the familiar media trend of mindless chatter, finger-pointing and political polarization has emerged.
Gun Sales Up Following Batman Shooting
The Aurora, Colo., shooting has ratcheted up debates about gun laws. But in the State where the shooting occurred, something else has ratcheted up: gun sales. Background checks needed to buy a gun legally are up 43 percent after James Holmes’ alleged shooting spree.
Military Spending A Poor Investment
If you believe that American military spending should be thoroughly examined and trimmed, neither Barack Obama nor Mitt Romney is your guy. The two candidates make the same defense-cuts-make-us-less-safe arguments and offer different solutions.
High School Graduation Held In Church Ruled UnConstitutional
For years, high schools have used large buildings in the community for graduation. But church buildings might have to be crossed off the list after a ruling in Wisconsin on Monday.
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