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May 29 2026CRIME

Bar loses alcohol and live music rights after safety failures

A Hampton restaurant just lost its ability to host live shows or serve drinks after a string of safety problems. City leaders decided to pull its special permit following a shooting in the parking lot and two fights inside the building in recent weeks. The first problem happened early one Saturday

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Dec 15 2025BUSINESS

Oregon's Land Development: A Long and Winding Road

Oregon's leaders have been talking about making the state more appealing to businesses. But when it comes to land development, the reality is quite different. Take, for example, a recent project that took 25 years to complete. The plan was to build a golf course with hundreds of homes around it. The

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Jun 21 2025LIFESTYLE

Lemonade Stands: A Summer Tradition in California

Lemonade stands are a beloved summer tradition in many neighborhoods, especially in California. They are more than just a way to beat the heat; they are a hands-on lesson in entrepreneurship for kids. But before setting up shop, it's important to know the rules. In California, the good news is that

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May 13 2025BUSINESS

Police and Pubs: The Warren Noise Debate

A local sports bar is at the center of a heated debate in Warren, Michigan. The issue is noise and disturbances from the bar's patrons. This has led to a lot of police visits and complaints from nearby residents. The city council has been discussing the problems for some time. They have received ma

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Apr 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's New Encryption: Not Quite What It Seems

The internet giant, Google, recently revealed that they are introducing a new feature for Gmail users. This feature is supposed to encrypt messages from start to finish. However, it's not as secure as it sounds. Let's break down what this new service does and what it doesn't do. Google's new encryp

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Dec 31 2024BUSINESS

Colorado Businesses Face New Reporting Rule

A new law called the Corporate Transparency Act might soon require many businesses in southern Colorado to file a special report. This report is known as the Beneficial Ownership Information report (BOIR). Surprisingly, some business owners in Pueblo's Union Ave area didn't know about this report. I

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Nov 14 2024BUSINESS

Trump's Business Allies: Not So Sure About Big Tech

CNBC's Jim Cramer recently sparked a conversation among investors. He suggested that Donald Trump's administration might not be as cozy with big businesses as many think. Some of Trump's advisors, like JD Vance, are critical of large companies accused of having too much power. They're especially tou

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