www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-06-18 13:00:35

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Ellen Webster from Hoboken, New Jersey, has spent over a decade writing 10,000 handwritten thank you notes, averaging three daily. Inspired by John Krulwich’s book A Simple Act of Gratitude, she creatively thanked a wide range of people, from healthcare workers to coffee baristas, authors, and local business owners. Ellen sometimes hand-delivers notes and includes origami hearts in each letter. Though many don’t respond, she cherishes heartfelt replies, including one from her high school teacher. Recently, she even wrote to Southwest Airlines’ CEO praising a kind employee, hoping he’d be treated to lunch for his exceptional service.

Ellen Webster has not stopped writing those letters.

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ncnewsline.com – Ariana Figueroa – 2025-06-18 04:30:00

SUMMARY: U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla of California was forcibly removed and handcuffed at a press conference after attempting to question DHS Secretary Kristi Noem about military deployments in Los Angeles. Padilla condemned President Trump’s use of troops to target immigrants and suppress protests, calling it authoritarian. The incident, caught on video, has drawn criticism and support across party lines. Padilla emotionally recounted being detained and raised concerns over democratic erosion. DHS claimed agents didn’t recognize him, despite video evidence. House Speaker Mike Johnson called for censure, while Senate Democrats defended Padilla’s actions and warned of growing threats to democratic norms.
 

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www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2025-06-17 20:00:28

SUMMARY: North Carolina lawmakers are fast-tracking legislation to regulate intoxicating hemp and THC products like gummies, vapes, and drinks. The Senate bill, more restrictive than the House version, would ban sales to anyone under 21, limit THC content, require product testing, and impose retailer licensing overseen by the Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE). Packaging aimed at children would be prohibited, and products would be banned on school grounds. Kratom and synthetic THC products would be reclassified as controlled substances. Attorney General Jeff Jackson and Governor Josh Stein support tighter controls. The Senate may pass the bill this week, but House agreement remains uncertain.

State lawmakers want to keep THC-laden drinks and gummies out of the hands of kids. The Senate and House are working on measures to limit the sale of those products.

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