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Dec 20 2025OPINION

When Politics Meets Tragedy: A Test for Republicans

A terrible event unfolded when a well-known Hollywood director and his wife were found dead in their California home. Their son was taken into custody and accused of a serious crime. This shocking news should have brought people together in sympathy, but instead, it became a political talking point.

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Dec 20 2025OPINION

Colorado's Weather Science Under Fire: What's at Stake?

The Trump administration is targeting Colorado's top weather research labs. The Office of Management and Budget wants to split up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder. They claim NCAR is spreading "climate alarmism" and pushing a "green new scam. " This is a big deal. For

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Dec 19 2025OPINION

San Diego Rodeo: A Test of City's Values

San Diego's annual rodeo event at Petco Park has sparked serious concerns about animal welfare and the city's priorities. The event, organized by the Padres, has seen multiple incidents of animal cruelty, yet city leaders have done little to address the issue. In the first rodeo, a horse named Waco

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Dec 19 2025OPINION

How a Small Act of Kindness Sparked a Global Movement

A long time ago, in a small town in Illinois, a family faced a tough situation. A young boy named Chris was diagnosed with leukemia. His mom moved to Phoenix for better medical care. Life was hard. They felt alone. There was no internet. No social media. Just a library full of books and a TV show ca

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Dec 18 2025OPINION

Why Ignoring Science Puts Us All at Risk

Growing up, many people knew someone affected by polio. It was a harsh reality. Those who survived often needed machines to help them breathe. Some used iron lungs. Others relied on rocking beds. These were not choices. They were necessities. The polio vaccine changed everything. Suddenly, new cases

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Dec 18 2025OPINION

Grief and Gratitude: Finding Balance in the Holidays

A plane crash on November 29, 1969, took the lives of three people near Mt. Washington. The pilot and two skydivers, dressed as Santa Claus, were heading to a holiday event. Their deaths left behind a trail of grief that spanned decades. The numbers tell part of the story. The pilot was 27, one sky

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Dec 17 2025OPINION

New Jersey's Housing Hurdle: A Race Against Time

New Jersey is facing a tough situation with housing. Many people are struggling to find a place to live that they can afford. This isn't just a problem for one group; it's affecting seniors, parents, and young adults all over the state. There's some good news. New Jersey has a strong law to help wi

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Dec 17 2025OPINION

Alaska's Salmon Struggle: Who's Really to Blame?

People are pointing fingers at the trawl fleet for Alaska's salmon troubles. But the numbers tell a different story. The pollock fishery's impact on salmon runs is surprisingly small. For example, in 2023, the pollock fishery caught just 5, 627 Western Alaska chinook salmon. That's a tiny fraction c

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Dec 17 2025OPINION

Uncovering the Red Flags: A Closer Look at the Indian River County Shooting

A tragic shooting in Indian River County left two people dead and a community searching for answers. The shooter, David Halberstam, had a history of concerning behavior that raised questions about how he slipped through the cracks. Sheriff Eric Flowers clarified that Halberstam was not on their age

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Dec 17 2025OPINION

Smart Giving: How to Make Your Donations Count

It's that time of year again. The holiday season is here, and with it comes the urge to give back. But where should you direct your donations to make the biggest difference? Many people struggle with this question, especially when there are so many causes and charities out there. One organization t

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