Author: Kelly Whitewood

Ex-Campaign Associate of Rep. Ilhan Omar Pleads Guilty in Pandemic Food Fraud Scheme A former campaign associate of Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) has pleaded guilty in federal court to his role in a multi-million-dollar food fraud conspiracy, widening the spotlight on Minnesota’s already sprawling Feeding Our Future scandal. The Guilty Plea Federal prosecutors announced that Guhaad Hashi Said, 49 — once described by Alpha News as an “enforcer” for Omar’s campaign — admitted guilt to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering. The charges stem from a scheme that exploited…

Leg Weakness and Aging: What You Can Do to Stay Strong Leg weakness is often associated with aging, but it is not inevitable. With the right care, movement, and awareness, many of the factors that reduce strength can be managed — helping older adults remain active and independent well into later years. Sarcopenia: The Gradual Loss of Muscle One of the most common causes of declining strength is sarcopenia — the slow loss of muscle mass that usually begins around age 50. This condition affects energy, balance, and mobility. The good news? Research shows that strength training and resistance exercises…

Trump Targets Portland in Fiery New Statement Moments ago, President Donald Trump issued one of his most hard-edged declarations yet — placing Portland, Oregon, squarely in his sights. “We’re going to wipe them out. They won’t even stand the fight,” Trump said, referring to Antifa, whom he labeled “Paid Terrorists.” Portland as the Flashpoint The statement comes after months of unrest and street clashes in Portland, long seen as a national flashpoint of political tension. Trump signaled that he views the city as the next battleground in his broader campaign against radical groups he accuses of fueling violence. Divided Reactions…

Tank’s Ride Through the Blizzard At 71, Tank had lived a life most wouldn’t dare — bar fights, road crashes, years on the move, even a tour in Vietnam. But nothing prepared him for what he found one freezing night in a Montana gas station bathroom: a newborn wrapped in a thin blanket, a note pinned beside her. “Her name is Hope. Can’t afford her medicine. Please help her.” The Choice Outside, the worst blizzard in forty years howled across the plains. The baby’s lips were already turning blue. Tank could have called 911 and waited — but the hospital…

Although constipation may seem like a minor inconvenience, ignoring it for extended periods can lead to serious health complications. A striking real-life case demonstrates just how dangerous chronic constipation can be and why it should never be taken lightly. A young woman suffering from years of chronic constipation experienced a severe decline in her condition when she went more than two weeks without a bowel movement. Concerned about her worsening symptoms, she finally sought medical attention, only to receive alarming news. When waste accumulates in the colon due to an inefficient digestive system, it causes severe discomfort and bloating. Over…

Catholic Leaders Warned of School Security Risks — Two Years Later, Tragedy Struck Two years before a gunman opened fire during Mass at a Minneapolis Catholic school — killing two and injuring seventeen — religious and private school leaders in Minnesota had already raised alarm bells. In a letter addressed to Governor Tim Walz on April 14, 2023, Jason Adkins of the Minnesota Catholic Conference and Tim Benz of MINNDEPENDENT called the need for security upgrades in Catholic and other nonpublic schools “urgent and critical.” “Our schools are under attack,” they wrote, pointing to the Covenant Christian School shooting in…

Coming Home to Betrayal — and Finding My Strength When I returned a year after my mother’s passing, I expected grief, maybe comfort — but not betrayal. My suitcases sat packed by the door, and on the couch lounged a stranger in my mother’s robe. She introduced herself as Tasha, the fiancée of Colin, my mother’s former boyfriend. Out of respect for her dying wish, I had once let him stay temporarily. But “temporary” had become permanent. Colin had seized the house, erased every trace of my mother, and now, through Tasha, was trying to push me out. She smirked…

My Aunt Kicked Me Out of My Childhood Home — Then a Black Limo Pulled Up After my parents died, my aunt Dina gave me just 24 hours to move out of the only home I had ever known. I packed in silence, heartbroken, not knowing where I would go. By morning, I stood on the porch clutching my bags, feeling abandoned and defeated. That’s when a sleek black limousine pulled up. Out stepped Uncle Mike — my father’s estranged brother — holding a folder that would change everything. Inside were documents proving Dina had forged my parents’ will. Moments…

When Love and Money Collide Sophie believed love meant sharing everything — her heart, her wallet, and her dreams. For two years, she carried the weight of the relationship, paying rent, covering bills, and even slipping Mark small joys. Every Saturday she handed him $20 for lottery tickets, treating it like a ritual, an investment in their shared future. So when Mark won $50,000, Sophie was ecstatic. She thought their sacrifices had finally paid off. But joy turned to heartbreak when she asked for just $1,500 to attend an acting class she’d longed for — and Mark refused. Coldly, he…

The Hidden Costs of a Single Night A single night of desire may appear harmless, but its ripple effects can reach far beyond the moment. What begins as casual fun often carries unseen consequences — emotional, social, and physical — that can quietly reshape one’s life. The real question lingers: Is the temporary thrill worth the lasting cost? Emotional Consequences Intimacy with the wrong partner can awaken feelings that do not fade when the night ends. What felt fleeting can stir confusion, regret, or even deep heartache. The line between attraction and genuine connection blurs, leaving behind an inner struggle…