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5 cities missing out on hosting FIFA World Cup matches in 2026
Major U.S. cities are getting an economic boost from the World Cup, with places like Los Angeles, Miami and Dallas flooded with thousands of overseas tourists attending matches to cheer on their home countries and packing bars to take in the action on the pitch.
America at 250: Honoring the Women Who Expanded American Democracy
WASHINGTON, D.C. (DC Bureau) -- As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, a new monument on the National Mall aims to ensure the women who expanded American democracy are no longer left out of the nation's story. The Women's Suffrage National Monument will become the first memorial on the National Mall dedicated
Revitalized downtown takes center stage in Niles
A new staple to downtown Niles officially opened today. Their public square on the corner of Main Street and East State Street is a long time coming for the city.
Bed racing tradition returns to East Palestine
Celebrations continued in East Palestine. The village honored its history for this Independence Day, bringing back a long-standing tradition.
Water main break closes part of Glenwood Avenue
Water can be seen flowing from a water main break in Youngstown Saturday afternoon.
Celebrities counter Trump’s America 250 rhetoric with ‘On Tyranny’ reading
The stars read the book’s 20 points aloud, which provide advice for countering authoritarian systems of government. These points include ideas like “do not obey in advance,” “be wary of paramilitaries” and “practice corporeal politics.”
Four shot in the Oregon District on Fourth of July; all alive
Four people were shot in the Oregon District early in the morning this Fourth of July.
Ashcraft wins 4th straight start as Pirates topple Nationals 7-1
Henry Davis and Brandon Lowe both drove in two runs for Pittsburgh, which got back to .500 at 45-45 after dropping three of its past four.
USPS unveils Declaration of Independence stamp for America 250
Unlike previous stamps honoring the nation’s birthday, the design does not depict the document itself, any of the Founding Fathers or significant landmarks, instead opting for a more minimalist tribute.
Trump battles time in bid to boost weapons stockpiles
President Trump’s talk of boosting U.S. munitions stockpiles is facing the harsh reality of America’s production capacity. Even if Congress passes his enormous $1.5 trillion request for defense spending, which is looking less likely with each passing week, defense contractors are simply unable to rapidly refill caches that have been badly depleted during the wars