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Oct 16 2024CRIME

Shooting at Santa Monica College: Tragedy in the Neighborhood

A tragic event unfolded at Santa Monica College when an employee was critically injured in a shooting. This incident happened late Monday evening at the Center for Media and Design campus on Stewart Street. The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital. The college's chief of police, Johnnie Adams, con

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Oct 15 2024BUSINESS

Young Store Owner and Student: A Balancing Act in Baton Rouge

In the heart of Baton Rouge, a young entrepreneur named Macie Smith is making waves. At just 23, she's a full-time student at Southern University and the owner of a beauty supply store called Luxurious Lookz. This isn't your average student job; Macie opened her shop six months ago with a mission to

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Oct 14 2024SPORTS

Top College Basketball Stars for 2024-25: SEC and Big East Lead the Way

The college basketball season is just around the corner, and it's time to look at some of the top players. This year, the SEC and Big East conferences are leading the pack with their talented rosters. Mark Sears from Alabama is one of the standouts, voted as a First Team Preseason All-American. Sear

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Oct 14 2024SPORTS

College Football Rankings: A Rollercoaster Ride

October is always a rough time for college football rankings. Every weekend brings huge games, making it tough to keep track of who's on top. This past weekend was no exception. Oregon beat Ohio State by a single point, 32-31, while Texas stayed number one after a big win against Oklahoma. This put

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Oct 14 2024POLITICS

The Electoral College's Stranglehold on Elections

The Electoral College is a peculiar system in the United States that gives disproportionate power to a handful of states. It was created to appease delegates at the Constitutional Convention and has been controversial for a long time. This system has resulted in candidates winning the presidency wit

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Oct 13 2024SPORTS

Army’s Playoff Hopes vs. Struggling UAB: What to Watch in Week 7

The 2024 college football season is heating up with CBS Sports Network covering seven games in Week 7. The action kicks off on Tuesday with Liberty’s overtime win against FIU. Friday night brings Mountain West Conference action with UNLV visiting Utah State. Saturday is packed with exciting games, i

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Oct 12 2024SPORTS

Oh, What a Game! Ohio State vs. Oregon

Buckle up, college football fans! The big one is happening this weekend in Eugene. The No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes are hitting the road to take on the No. 3 Oregon Ducks. It's a top-five showdown that's never happened before at Autzen Stadium. ESPN's College GameDay is coming along for the ride, addin

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Oct 12 2024SPORTS

College Football Week 7: UNLV, Army, and More

Get ready for a thrilling Week 7 in college football! The action starts on Friday night with Mountain West Conference rivals UNLV and Utah State facing off. UNLV, which recently fell out of the Top 25 after a loss to Syracuse, is looking to bounce back against Utah State, who's had a tough season wi

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Oct 12 2024EDUCATION

Planning for College: Start Early, Think Smart

College is a big deal, and it's never too soon to start planning for it. By the time students reach sophomore year of high school, they should be thinking about tests, applications, and how to pay for their future education. High schools usually have guidance counselors to help, but they can be bus

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Oct 11 2024SPORTS

Cardale Jones on Big Teams, Key Games, and the Transfer Portal

Former Ohio State quarterback Cardale Jones, now a CBS Sports analyst, shared his thoughts on the upcoming Week 7 games. He highlighted Army, Navy, Indiana, and Pitt as the most impressive teams so far. When it comes to national title contenders, he thinks Ohio State, Texas, Alabama, and Georgia are

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