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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Why Politicians Need to Prove Their Support for Latinx Voters

In the last election and likely the next, both Republicans and Democrats are eager to win over more Latinx and Hispanic voters. Republicans are proud of their recent gains, with Donald Trump getting more Latinx votes than any previous Republican. But Democrats are worried after underperforming and a

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Jan 20 2025OPINION

MLK Day: Service Matters Most

You know it's Martin Luther King Jr. Day when you see kids volunteering at food banks and adults cleaning up parks. But did you know that this day of service was a long-time coming? Martin Luther King Jr. 's wife, Coretta Scott King, fought for years to make sure we honor her husband's legacy by ser

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Jan 20 2025BUSINESS

Pasadena Restaurants Face Uncertain Future After Eaton Fire

The Eaton Fire, which recently ravaged parts of Pasadena, has left many restaurant owners uncertain about their future. The blaze, which occurred just as many eateries were recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, has dealt them a heavy blow. Three owners expressed their concerns about staying in busi

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Jan 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fire's Harsh Reality: A Family's Loss in Altadena

The Eaton fire swept through Altadena, leaving the Stone family without homes. Danielle Stone, her husband Bryan Davila, and their daughter Melina lost their newly bought house along with her parents' and grandmother's homes. The fire's fury was so intense that it displaced thousands of families, in

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Jan 17 2025WEATHER

Fighting Frost: ODOT's Battle Against Winter Weather

Winter has hit Northeast Ohio hard, turning roads into slippery obstacles. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is working tirelessly, with crews on 12-hour shifts, to clear the ice and snow. Even so, keeping up with the heavy snowfall is tough. ODOT's Amanda McFarland explained that despit

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Jan 17 2025HEALTH

The Power of Sports for People with Intellectual Disabilities: Does It Change Community Involvement?

Imagine a world where sports and physical activities help people with intellectual disabilities dive deeper into community life. Researchers decided to find out if this is really happening. They searched five major databases for studies that looked at how these activities impact community participat

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Jan 17 2025HEALTH

Experiences of People with Intellectual Disabilities in Canadian Community Settings

What does it take for people with intellectual disabilities (ID) to feel included in their communities? A study from Québec City, Canada, explored this question by talking to adults with ID and those who support them daily. The research used interviews to understand what makes community participatio

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Jan 16 2025EDUCATION

Classroom Decorations: A Big Debate in Ohio

Ohio's Little Miami Local Schools is stirring up a debate. On Thursday night, the school board will talk about a policy that might make teachers take down most posters, flags, and displays in classrooms. The district wants to focus classrooms on the curriculum, not social or political issues. Littl

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Jan 16 2025SPORTS

Friday Night Face-Off: Lakeland vs. Sandpoint in Spirit, Sports, and Service

Get ready for a high-energy showdown! Lakeland High School and Sandpoint High School are gearing up for the annual Battle for the Paddle. This isn't your typical competition; it's a mix of spirit, sports, and community service. The event kicks off on Friday at Sandpoint High, with basketball and wre

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Jan 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebs Pitch In Big for Wildfire Relief

Pop singer Beyoncé is donating a massive $2. 5 million to help those affected by the recent wildfires in Southern California. She announced this on her Instagram post, encouraging fans to contribute and learn more at Beygood. org. Beyoncé's contribution will specifically assist families in Altadena

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