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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Holiday Road Trips Get a Price Break

Drivers across the U. S. are enjoying a pleasant surprise this holiday season: cheaper gas. December has turned out to be the most affordable month for fuel prices all year. The national average for unleaded gasoline has been below $3 since December 2, hitting a low of about $2. 85 per gallon. Price

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Dec 24 2025HEALTH

Flu Season Starts Early in California: Kids May Be in Danger

California is seeing an early start to flu season. This is causing concern, especially for young children. The flu is spreading quickly in places like the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and Orange County. Doctors are worried because the flu season is starting earlier than usual. A new flu str

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Crypto Firm DWF Labs Steps into the Gold Market

DWF Labs, a firm known for its work in cryptocurrency trading, has made a bold move by dealing in physical gold. This is unusual because most crypto companies focus on digital assets. The company recently completed its first gold trade, involving a single 25-kilogram bar. They plan to expand this op

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Dec 24 2025EDUCATION

Deaf Women Leading the Way: A Different Kind of Power

Deaf women are changing what it means to be a leader. They focus on trust, understanding, and taking care of their communities. This is different from the usual ideas of being in charge. Many deaf women face big challenges. They deal with unfair treatment because of their gender and hearing status.

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Dec 24 2025CRIME

Dallas' Crime and Controversies: A Closer Look

Dallas is dealing with a tough situation. Crime rates are climbing, and the city is now among the top four in the U. S. for crime per person. People are worried and want answers. They voted for more police officers, but the results aren't clear. Transparency is key here. If the police share more dat

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Dec 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Dams Change Tiny River Plants: A Closer Look

Dams are changing rivers in big ways. They are breaking up rivers and messing with tiny plant-like creatures called phytoplankton. But how exactly do lots of dams, especially in rocky rivers, affect these tiny plants? That's what scientists wanted to find out. They looked at a river in China with l

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Dec 24 2025WEATHER

Snowy Surprises: Christmas Eve Travel Trouble

Christmas Eve might look like a snowy wonderland, but it's not all fun and games. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued winter weather alerts across the country. This means heavy snow, icy roads, and travel headaches for millions. Millions of Americans are planning to travel for the holiday

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Dec 24 2025SPORTS

Holiday Hoops and Hits: A Look at Christmas Sports

Christmas Day isn't just about presents and feasts; it's also a big day for sports fans. With a packed schedule, viewers can catch some exciting NBA and NFL games. This year, five NBA games and three NFL games are lined up, stretching over 12 hours. It's a great way to take a break from family time

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

A New Way to Cook and Connect in Downtown Frankfort

Downtown Frankfort is getting a new spot where people can cook and have fun together. It's called Whisk & Flame. This place is not just a restaurant. It's a place where people can take cooking classes and enjoy a meal with friends or family. The owner, Joe Evans, thinks Frankfort is a great place f

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Chicago's Mayor Takes Bold Steps on Budget and Debt

Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson has made some big moves recently. He's decided to go ahead with a different budget that the City Council approved. This budget doesn't include a tax on big companies. Even though Johnson didn't sign it, the budget will still become official in a few days. Johnson mad

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