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Dec 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

Long Road Ahead: Highway 2's Big Repair Challenge

A big chunk of Highway 2, stretching about 49 miles between Skykomish and Leavenworth, is shut down. This isn't a quick fix. It's going to take months, maybe even longer. The damage is serious. Some parts of the road are completely gone. There's a bridge buried under tons of debris. And near Tumwate

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

What Trump's Marijuana Move Means for the Industry

The cannabis world is buzzing with talk that Donald Trump might change how marijuana is seen by the federal government. Right now, the law puts pot in the same category as drugs that are super addictive and have no medical use. But if Trump makes a move, that could change. Some people in the cannab

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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Aroostook's Early Snowfall: A Boost for Winter Economy

Aroostook County just got its earliest big snowfall in three years. It started late Wednesday afternoon and kept going into Thursday morning. Some places got more than 8 inches of snow. Snowstorms are usual in northern Maine, but big snowfall before December holidays has been rare lately. Some peop

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Dec 02 2025BUSINESS

A New Bus Line: Hope and Challenges for South Minneapolis

A new bus route is about to start in south Minneapolis. The E-Line will take over from the old Route 6. It will run from Southdale to the University of Minnesota. Metro Transit hopes 3, 000 people will use it every day. Business owners in the area have mixed feelings. Victoria Ford owns a bookstore

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Dec 02 2025BUSINESS

Smart Software: How Businesses Pick Their Biggest Threats

Every business faces risks, but not all risks are equal. Some problems can hurt a company's money, while others might damage its reputation or slow things down. Smart businesses focus on the biggest threats first, not just any problem that comes along. Special software helps companies figure out wh

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Nov 22 2025BUSINESS

The Hidden Truth Behind Online Scams: A Global Problem

In Myanmar and across Southeast Asia, a grim reality unfolds behind the screens of our devices. Over 200, 000 individuals have been lured into scam compounds, where they are forced to commit fraud under threats of violence. These victims, often professionals like teachers and engineers, are promised

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Nov 20 2025BUSINESS

A Dairy Dispute: Ogden Creamery Faces Vandalism Over Raw Milk

In Ogden, a creamery known for its raw milk products recently became the target of vandalism. The incident, which took place at Milk Barn Creamery's Ogden location, involved offensive graffiti on the storefront. The message was a clear protest against the sale of raw milk, a product that has sparked

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Nov 15 2025BUSINESS

Aftermath of the Louisville Plane Crash: A Scrapyard's Tale of Survival

In the midst of a typical workday, chaos erupted near the Louisville, Kentucky, airport. A UPS cargo plane, attempting to take off, crashed and set off a chain of explosions that devastated a nearby scrapyard. Workers at Grade A Auto Parts & Recycling were thrust into a nightmare, fighting for their

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

Chicago's Hemp Businesses Face Tough Times After Federal Ban

A recent federal bill has put a damper on Chicago's hemp industry. The bill, which ended a government shutdown, also closed a loophole that allowed hemp products with small traces of THC to be sold as drinks, edibles, vapes, and more. This has left many businesses in a tough spot. Hemp business own

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

Supreme Court's Tariff Decision: What's at Stake for Businesses?

The Supreme Court is currently considering a major case about President Trump's tariffs. If they decide these tariffs are illegal, the government might have to return over $90 billion to businesses. However, this process could be complex and slow. Legal experts say that refunds would go to business

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