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Nov 22 2024CRIME

Burglaries Hit NFL Stars: Mahomes & Kelce Targeted

The Kansas City Chiefs are having a great season, with Patrick Mahomes leading the team and Travis Kelce impressing fans. But off the field, these stars recently faced a scary situation. Their homes were burglarized in early October. This news shocked the NFL, not just because of the crimes themselv

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Nov 20 2024WEATHER

Big Storm Hits Northwest: Power Out, Trees Down

A powerful storm, known as a "bomb cyclone, " hit the northwest United States on Tuesday night. It brought strong winds and heavy rain, causing widespread power outages and trees to fall. In Lynnwood, Washington, a woman died when a tree hit a homeless encampment. In Seattle, another tree trapped so

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Nov 18 2024WEATHER

Tracking Tropical Depression Sara: Maps and Models Reveal Its Path

Tropical Depression Sara, which emerged on Thursday in the Caribbean, is being closely monitored by the National Hurricane Center. This storm is quite unusual for November, as hurricanes in Florida during this month are extremely rare. To stay informed, you can check out the latest maps and models t

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Nov 14 2024WEATHER

Malaga Floods: A Month of Rain in an Hour

Last week, Malaga, a city in Spain's Andalusia region, experienced a sudden deluge. In just one hour, it received nearly a month's worth of rain. This rapid downpour led to the evacuation of almost 3, 000 people and a thousand homes near the Guadalhorce riverbank. The Spanish meteorological agency,

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Nov 08 2024WEATHER

Brace Yourself: A Big Snowstorm is Coming!

Get ready, folks! A Winter Storm Warning is in effect until Saturday morning. We're expecting quite a dump of snow, with some areas seeing up to 30 inches! If you're in the Trinidad region, bundle up tight, as you might get hit with the most snow. Drive carefully tonight and tomorrow morning, as roa

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Nov 04 2024WEATHER

Oklahoma Gears Up for Stormy Afternoon: What You Need to Know

Hey, Oklahoma! Another round of storms is heading your way today. These storms might pack bigger hail, stronger winds, and even more tornadoes, especially if you're in the southern part of the state. No worries if you're in Oklahoma City though, as the storms could shift northward by evening. With p

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Oct 23 2024TECHNOLOGY

TSMC Warns US About Possible China AI Chip Rule Breach

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has tipped off the United States about a potential violation of AI chip export rules by Huawei. The warning comes after a customer placed an order for a chip similar to Huawei's Ascend 910B, which is designed for training large language models. The U

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Oct 22 2024WEATHER

No More Wind Chill Alerts in Minnesota

Hey there, Minnesotans! You might have noticed that it's been a bit warm for this time of year. Don't get used to it, though. Winter is coming, and with it, the usual weather alerts. But this year, something's different. The National Weather Service is shaking things up. You're probably familiar wi

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Oct 22 2024WEATHER

Stargazers in New Hampshire: Catch the Orionid Meteor Shower Late Tonight!

It's not too late to witness the Orionid meteor shower! New Hampshire residents will have another chance to see this annual spectacle late on Monday night. The best time to spot the comets is after midnight, with up to 20 meteors zooming by each hour. To get the best view, head away from city lights

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Oct 07 2024WEATHER

School Closures and Virtual Learning Due to Weather

With forecasted inclement weather, multiple schools in the area are adjusting their schedules. Midlands Technical College will close early on Thursday and remain closed on Friday, while Morris College in Sumter is closing at 3 p.m. on Thursday with further guidance expected for Friday. Columbia Coll

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