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Nov 23 2024CRIME

Tragedy in Orangeburg: A Teenager's Life Lost in Shooting

On a sad day in November 2024, a violent shooting shook the community of Orangeburg. The awful incident cost the life of 14-year-old Zaquan Corbett Jr. and left another teenager hospitalized. The shooting occurred near the intersection of Wheeler and Nottingham Streets. When police arrived, they fou

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Nov 23 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Rise of Smart Displays: A New Era in Tech

Smart displays, those connected screens that go beyond just smart TVs, are making a comeback. Despite never fully breaking into the mainstream, these devices are back in the spotlight, with some companies taking innovative approaches while others fall short. Let's explore the good, bad, and ugly of

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Supreme Court to Decide on Congress' Power Delegation

The Supreme Court has taken on a significant case that questions Congress' ability to give power to federal agencies. This case involves the Universal Service Fund, which provides cheap phone and internet services to rural schools and low-income families. The fund is managed by the Federal Communica

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Why Trump's Sentence Hit Pause Button

In an unexpected turn, a New York judge has pushed back Donald Trump's sentencing. Why the sudden change? Trump was found guilty of 34 crimes linked to a "hush money" case before the 2016 election. His team isn't pleased and wants the case thrown out. They argue that if the judge agrees, a new trial

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Nov 23 2024SPORTS

Ski Season Kickoff: Weather Worries and Exciting Comebacks!

Winter means cozy blankets for some, but for skiers, it's time for action. The Ski World Cup season began with a bumpy start. Unpredictable weather led to big events like key World Cup competitions getting canceled. Fans and skiers alike were waiting for the Slopestyle season opener at Stubai's famo

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Ground Beef Recall: Minnesota Deals with E. coli Cases

At least 15 people in Minnesota have fallen ill due to E. coli bacteria linked to a recent recall of over 167, 000 pounds of ground beef by Wolverine Packing Co. The recall follows the discovery of multiple illnesses and a positive E. coli test result in a sample of the recalled meat. All reported c

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Sanders' New Mission: Protecting Entitlements

Bernie Sanders, a long-time progressive voice in the Senate, has expressed interest in joining the Finance Committee, which is set to be led by Republicans. This move would bring a strong advocate for social programs to the table, as Sanders aims to shield Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid fro

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Nov 23 2024SPORTS

Meet the Kelse's Newest Addition and Jason's Late-Night Gig!

Life after the NFL is looking pretty good for retired Eagles star Jason Kelce. While he's been keeping busy with his podcast, "New Heights, " and his ESPN gig, there's been some big news in his personal life too. His wife Kylie just announced they're expecting another baby girl! Kylie shared a cute

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Week's Surprises: Bears' Loss, Smollett's Case, and City Budgets

The Chicago Bears faced yet another defeat, losing 20-19 to the Green Bay Packers. With a four-game losing streak, they're hoping to turn things around against the Minnesota Vikings. Meanwhile, the Jussie Smollett case took a turn when the Illinois Supreme Court overturned his convictions for stagin

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Why Republicans See a Long Senate Reign Ahead

Republicans are feeling confident about keeping their Senate majority for years to come. Senate GOP campaign chief Steve Daines believes their victory in the 2024 election, with 53 seats under their belt, could mean long-term control. Democrats had a tough map in 2024, but things might not get much

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