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Feb 13 2026FINANCE

Chicago's Bold Move: Selling Unpaid Debt to Investors

Chicago is taking a big step. It wants to sell about $1 billion in debt. This debt comes from things like unpaid parking tickets. The city is hoping investors will buy this debt. But there's a catch. A top finance official says this is risky. The official warns it might be costly. Investors might no

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Feb 12 2026OPINION

City Pay Hikes and the Rising Tax Burden

San Diego residents already shoulder extra costs from city‑imposed fees, yet officials claim that further charges are unavoidable because of a “decades‑old structural budget deficit. ” The reality is that the deficit grows from choices made by those in power, not from unseen forces. City leaders

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

A Fighter’s Roots: The Story Behind Melquizael Costa

Melquizael Costa is 29 years old and has a record of 25 wins and 7 losses. He mixes powerful strikes with smooth submissions, which has earned him a spot in the UFC’s ranked fights. He is about to face Dan Ige at UFC Fight Night 267, a bout that many people see as a real challenge for him. Costa wa

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

New York Mayor Proposes Tax Boost for the Rich

New York City's Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has put forward a plan to raise taxes on the wealthy. He wants to add a 2% tax on those earning over a million dollars each year. This idea is part of his campaign promises. He also wants to increase the corporate tax rate. During a recent budget hearing, Mamd

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Feb 11 2026SPORTS

'Wembley Could Be the Turning Point for Arsenal'

'Arsenal has reached the League Cup final again, a moment that feels like a fresh start after their last appearance in 2018. Back then, under Wenger, the team lost 3‑0 to Manchester City in a match that still feels painful. Now, with Arteta at the helm, the club has grown stronger over four seasons

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Feb 11 2026CRIME

Crime Trends Drop Across Major U. S. Cities in 2025

A fresh look at crime data shows a steady fall in violent incidents across the country’s biggest urban centers. The new report pulls together information from 67 leading police departments, painting a picture that every major category—homicides, rapes, robberies and aggravated assaults—has slipped.

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Feb 11 2026CELEBRITIES

A Skater’s Roots: The Story Behind Madison Chock

Madison began her skating journey in a small town by the sea, where she first laced up skates at age five. When her family moved to a northern city for better training, she grew into one of America’s most celebrated ice dancers. Her career has seen her represent the U. S. in four Olympic Games, earn

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Feb 10 2026EDUCATION

Teachers Strike in San Francisco: Schools Shut, Families Struggle

Schools in San Francisco were closed on Monday when teachers walked off the job for the first time since 1979. The strike was sparked by demands for better health care and higher pay. About 50, 000 students were affected because parents had to find new child‑care and meals. Union leaders an

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

New York Faces 18 Cold‑Related Deaths in Recent Winter

The city’s winter has taken a heavy toll, with 18 residents losing their lives to the harsh cold. City officials have reacted strongly, calling for more help and tighter oversight of outreach efforts. The mayor has pledged to keep families in mind while criticizing the current approach to home

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Feb 07 2026HEALTH

Parents at the Front Line: Choosing to Watch a Kid’s Life‑Saving Battle

In three children’s hospitals, doctors and nurses asked 33 staff members and 20 parents how they decide whether a parent can stay during a life‑saving procedure. The answers were split into two big ideas. First, parents can be both a help and a hindrance. Some team members feel that watching a chil

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