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U.S. House passes 10 bipartisan homeland security bills

The U.S. House has passed 10 bipartisan bills advanced by the House Committee on Homeland Security. The committee says the measures are designed to strengthen homeland security and...

Published Jul 14, 2026, 3:14 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Roch Cholowsky signs record $10.35M deal with White Sox

UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky, the Chicago White Sox’s No. 1 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, has signed for a record $10.35 million — the largest signing bonus...

Published Jul 14, 2026, 3:01 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

That 7‑Eleven near you could look very different soon

For many Americans, 7‑Eleven is a familiar stop for coffee, road‑trip snacks and last‑minute fill‑ups. The company plans to close, convert and remodel locations nationwide as part of...

Published Jul 14, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Fall forecast predicts major divide in U.S. rainfall

As summer heat continues across much of the country, the Old Farmer’s Almanac’s 2026 extended forecast predicts a mixed precipitation pattern for fall. Some regions are expected to...

Published Jul 14, 2026, 1:41 PM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Average Social Security Check Likely to Rise Only Slightly in 2027

The average retiree currently receives $2,026 per month from Social Security. Recipients won't know the official 2027 Cost of Living Adjustment until October, but the latest monthly projections...

Published Jul 14, 2026, 1:29 PM EDT