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Mom of son killed in drunk driving crash honors him by fighting for change
SUMMARY: A mother grieving the loss of her son Picasso Keaton, killed by a drunk driver in July 2024, is advocating for a bill allowing first-time drunk driving offenders to install ignition interlock devices before trial in exchange for lighter sentences. The device can reduce repeat offenses by up to 70%, says Mothers Against Drunk Driving. Picasso, 27, was a dedicated teacher and coach with big plans. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Mike Sheetsel, passed the House with bipartisan support but awaits a Senate hearing. The mother remains determined to push for change to prevent similar tragedies.
Some North Carolinians are pushing the state Senate to pass a bill they say will make the roads safer from drunk drivers. It would get ignition interlock devices into more drunk drivers’ cars earlier in the legal process.
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Trump and Trumpism begin their inevitable decline
SUMMARY: U.S. President Donald Trump’s second term, beginning in 2025, has been marked by intense political activity and significant influence within the Republican Party. However, his political dominance faces growing challenges, including controversy over the Jeffrey Epstein files, declining poll numbers, and widespread criticism of major legislation affecting health insurance and climate policy. With the 2026 midterm elections looming and Trump’s advancing age coupled with health concerns, questions about his long-term political relevance are rising. Despite his current power and a supportive Supreme Court, Trump’s position and the future of the MAGA movement could decline rapidly, potentially fading from prominence.
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BBB issues warning about counterfeit Labubu dolls; how to spot a fake
SUMMARY: The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns about counterfeit Labubu “Boo Boo” monster dolls, a current popular toy retailing around $30, with some selling for six figures. Scammers sell fake versions called “loofahs” that look similar but lack key authenticity features. Real Boo Boos have nine teeth, a specific face color, an authenticity stamp on the foot, and a QR code on the box and wash label for verification. Buyers should purchase only from Pop Mart or authorized stores, avoiding social media sellers with questionable reviews. Counterfeits are inferior, less valuable, and may disappoint collectors and users alike.
Labubu or Lafufu? Here’s how to know you got the real deal plush toy doll, as fakes flood the market.
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Trump says he is ‘allowed’ to pardon Maxwell, but it’s ‘inappropriate’ to discuss
SUMMARY: A bipartisan effort is underway in Congress to release unclassified records about Jeffrey Epstein, with protections to redact victim names and prevent release of child pornography. President Trump has distanced himself from Epstein-related controversies, calling them hoaxes. Despite this, he acknowledged he has the power to pardon Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s convicted trafficking accomplice, but called discussing a pardon “inappropriate” and said he’s not actively considering it. Maxwell recently met with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in Florida, where she received limited immunity. The Justice Department reportedly devoted about 1,000 staff to reviewing Epstein files. Republicans face political pressure to vote on releasing these records before the midterms.
When asked if he would pardon Ghislaine Maxwell — the convicted associate of Jeffrey Epstein — President Trump said he is “allowed to give her a pardon” but “nobody’s approached me with it.”
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