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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

George and Amal Clooney Choose France

George and Amal Clooney are now French citizens. They got this status quickly, with France's foreign minister supporting the move. The reason? Their good work for others. But not everyone is happy about this. Donald Trump, the former U. S. president, had some harsh words. He posted on his social me

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Jan 01 2026BUSINESS

Snohomish County's Biggest Stories of 2025

In 2025, Snohomish County saw a mix of exciting and tough news. Let's dive into the top stories that caught everyone's attention. First up, Dick's Drive-In, a beloved Seattle burger joint, opened its doors in Everett. People were super excited, and the grand opening was a big deal with politicians,

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Jan 01 2026CRIME

A Repeated Offender Strikes Again: Victim Breaks Silence

A man with a dark past is back in trouble. Armando Duran-Maya, 54, is accused of a brutal attack in Portland. He's already served time for a violent rape. Now, he's facing new charges. This time, he's accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend's apartment. He allegedly beat her with a hammer. Then,

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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

Trump Pulls Troops from Three Cities

President Trump recently declared his intention to withdraw National Guard troops from Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland. He claimed that crime rates in these cities had dropped because of the troops' presence. However, he also hinted that the troops might return if crime rates were to rise again.

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Jan 01 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Hitman's Race Against Time

Patrick Dempsey is back in the crime genre with a new role that might remind fans of Dexter. This time, he plays Angelo Ledda, a hitman facing a tough challenge. Angelo has early-onset Alzheimer's, which is making his memory fade. He must hide his dangerous job from his family while his mind betrays

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Jan 01 2026CRIME

Crime Rates Plummeting Across America: What's Behind the Big Drop?

In a surprising turn of events, the United States is seeing a huge drop in homicides. Experts believe that by the end of 2025, the country will have seen the biggest one-year drop in homicides ever recorded. This news comes from early crime data collected from 550 police departments. The numbers su

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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

California's COVID Cash: Where Did It All Go?

California's handling of COVID funds has sparked serious concerns. A recent discussion highlighted how billions of dollars meant for relief might have ended up in the wrong hands. The issue goes beyond simple mismanagement; it's about organized crime benefiting from the chaos. Fraudulent activities

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Jan 01 2026CRIME

Ashleigh Banfield's New Chapter: From Prime Time to True Crime Digital Ventures

Ashleigh Banfield, a seasoned journalist, is making a significant career shift. She will step down from hosting her prime time show on NewsNation and take on a new role focusing on true crime content for the network's digital platform. True crime content is still a big hit. Banfield's move comes at

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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

A Judge Stands Up for Migrants' Rights

A recent court decision has put a stop to a plan that would have forced thousands of migrants back to their home countries. A judge in San Francisco ruled that the Trump administration did not properly think about the dangers these people would face if they were sent back to Honduras, Nepal, and Nic

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Jan 01 2026CRIME

Five Hurt in Fort Lauderdale Night Out

A night out in Fort Lauderdale's entertainment district turned scary when five people got shot. It happened early Sunday morning, around 2 a. m. on December 28. Police and the FBI are now looking for the person or people responsible. When cops arrived, they found five adults hurt. All of them were

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