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Jun 04 2025EDUCATION

Misstep: NYC schools mix up Muslim holiday date

Confusion and frustration have arisen in New York City as the Department of Education mistakenly scheduled a school closure for the wrong day of Eid al-Adha. The holiday is set to begin at sunset on Thursday, but schools are already closed that day, leading to a mix-up. This blunder has left many Mu

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Jun 04 2025BUSINESS

Gilroy's Food Trucks: A New Era of Downtown Vibrancy

Food trucks are rolling into Gilroy with a fresh set of rules. The city council has given the green light to a new pilot program. This program is a big step forward from the old rules. The old rules were made for ice cream trucks and were pretty strict. Food trucks had to move every 10 minutes and g

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Jun 04 2025POLITICS

June's Big Political Showdowns: What to Watch

June is shaping up to be a crucial month for politics. Three major races are heating up, and each has its own unique twists and turns. Let`s dive in. First up, New Jersey. The Garden State is set to pick its gubernatorial candidates on June 10. The Republican side seems pretty clear. Jack Ciattarel

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Jun 02 2025POLITICS

The Debt Dilemma: Can Tax Cuts and Growth Save the Day?

The federal government is in a tough spot. The national debt is climbing, and the recent tax and spending cuts passed by the House could add over $5 trillion to it in the next decade. The White House is betting on economic growth to shrink these deficits, but not everyone is convinced. The Committee

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Jun 02 2025SPORTS

NBA Finals: Oklahoma City's Dominant Path to Victory

The NBA Finals are just around the corner, and the betting world is already buzzing with predictions. Oklahoma City is the clear favorite to win it all, with the Pacers trailing far behind in the odds. The Thunder have had an impressive season, winning 68 games and easily defeating Minnesota in the

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Jun 02 2025POLITICS

The Sanctuary City Showdown: A Tense Stand-Off

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently faced a backlash from law enforcement officials after publishing a list of so-called "sanctuary" jurisdictions. These places have policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. The National Sheriffs' Association, representing

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Jun 01 2025OPINION

The Path to Plenty: Why We're Not There Yet

The idea of abundance is everywhere in economic discussions these days. It's like the hot new trend that everyone is talking about. But what does it really mean? And why do we feel like we're not there yet? The concept of abundance is simple. It's about having more than enough of what we need. But

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Jun 01 2025ENVIRONMENT

Urban Soil Pollution: A Zone-by-Zone Breakdown

Urban soils are often contaminated. This is a big problem in cities. The contamination levels can vary greatly from one area to another. This makes it hard to come up with a one-size-fits-all solution. In one city, researchers took a close look at this issue. They collected soil samples from six di

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May 30 2025POLITICS

Cities Stand Firm Against Federal Pressure

The cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have been highlighted in a federal list. These cities are known as "sanctuary cities. " They are places that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The Trump Administration has issued an executive order. This order demands that these cities cha

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May 30 2025HEALTH

Caring for Kids with Sickle Cell in East and Central Africa

Sickle cell anemia is a serious health issue. It causes a lot of sickness and even death. This is especially true in places where there aren't enough resources. These places struggle with diagnosing and treating the disease. In East and Central Africa, many kids have sickle cell anemia. This makes i

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