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Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister has decided to withdraw his name from consideration for the role of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Administrator, which he was nominated for by President Donald Trump. In a post on social media platform X, Chronister expressed his gratitude for the nomination, calling it a significant honor. However, he concluded that he needs to focus on his responsibilities in Hillsborough County, where he is committed to ongoing initiatives for the community. He mentioned that there is still much work to be done as sheriff and looks forward to continuing that important role. Reaction to…

A representative from the Bronx, Ritchie Torres, has voiced concerns about the practices in Albany while calling for an investigation into Governor Kathy Hochul’s substantial home-care program, which costs $9 billion. Torres claims that the recent changes made to the program raise serious questions regarding transparency and governance. Torres focused his criticism specifically on a decision made by Hochul to alter how the program operates, yet he refrained from addressing the influential state healthcare union that supported this change. He urged state and federal officials to look into Hochul’s Department of Health over allegations it improperly directed a lucrative contract…

Tori Spelling recently shared a personal story about her past on her podcast, shedding light on a tense situation involving her late co-star Luke Perry. According to Spelling, the incident dates back to the 1990s when tensions flared during a Christmas Eve party. While discussing the event, the 51-year-old actress recalled how she and Perry stopped talking for several months after a fight broke out between him and her then-boyfriend, Nick Savalas, whom she dated for several years. Spelling described Perry as a protective figure, someone who cared deeply for her like family. Spelling recounted the incident, stating, “There was…

Kendrick Lamar and SZA are teaming up for an exciting concert tour in 2025, called the Grand National Tour. This thrilling event will showcase both artists and is set to visit 19 stadiums across North America in the spring and summer. The announcement follows closely behind Lamar’s recent album release titled “GNX,” which includes collaborations with SZA on two tracks: “Luther” and the final song, “Gloria.” Critics have noted that this album highlights Lamar’s unique creativity and self-assuredness, traits that have defined his previous work, including his hit “Not Like Us.” The tour is scheduled to begin on April 19…

HOUSTON — A recent announcement claiming the return of Enron, the infamous Houston-based energy company that fell from grace due to massive fraud, is raising eyebrows. While some may find humor in this apparent revival, many former Enron employees, who suffered greatly from the company’s collapse, are not amused. Diana Peters, a former Enron employee who represented her coworkers during the company’s bankruptcy, voiced her dismay. “This feels like a disrespectful joke, especially considering what so many people went through,” she said. “Why bring this back up at all?” A Brief History of Enron Enron was once one of the…

A Michelin-star chef is calling on thieves to embrace the spirit of giving this Christmas. Tommy Banks, a well-known restaurateur from England, took to Instagram to share the unfortunate news that a van filled with 2,500 pies, valued at over $30,000, was stolen right before the holiday season. “We’ve been robbed,” Banks said, explaining that the pies were intended for a festive market. “Nearly a ton of pies with my name on them is now somewhere in northern England.” The chef, who owns several restaurants in York, expressed his frustration about the theft. However, he noted that the thieves might…

Musk and Ramaswamy’s Initiative Targets Illegal Immigration Costs Entrepreneurs Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are spearheading a new initiative called the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which is set to tackle excessive spending by the government. A key focus of DOGE is the funding that goes towards services for illegal immigrants, which they have indicated may be significantly reduced. Although DOGE is not an official government department, it is poised to receive backing from President-elect Trump, who plans to empower the agency to perform audits and push for substantial reforms within various government sectors. The organization recently highlighted the staggering…

Long Island Family Mourns Slain Israeli-American Soldier A heart-wrenching memorial service was held on Tuesday for Omer Neutra, a soldier with dual Israeli-American citizenship, who lost his life during the attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023. His family, friends, and community gathered at the Midway Jewish Center in Syosset to pay tribute to the 21-year-old tank commander, who was confirmed dead after being presumed missing for over a year. Omer’s mother, Orna, shared her intense feelings of hope and despair through tears, recalling the year spent praying for a sign that her son was still alive. “We envisioned our…

New Yorkers who oppose the new congestion pricing plan are asking a federal judge to stop the proposed $9 toll, arguing it could cause “irreparable harm” to the city and its residents. They allege that Governor Kathy Hochul rushed this “unevaluated” toll system into place ahead of President Biden’s departure from office. The coalition, called New Yorkers Against Congestion Pricing Tax, is one of several groups taking legal action against this tolling plan. They filed for an injunction recently, suggesting that Hochul is overlooking the potential negative effects on small businesses and the local economy. According to Jack Lester, the…

Former baseball player Maybelle Blair has taken on the role of honorary chair for the advisory board of the Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL). This league, which is set to begin in 2026, will feature six teams dedicated to women players. At the age of 97, Blair is a pioneer in women’s baseball, famously inspiring the classic movie “A League of Their Own” through her contributions to the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. She will lead a board made up of distinguished women from sports and business, including a leader from the new Professional Women’s Hockey League, a former ESPN…