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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Joe Biden's Final Political Lap: Campaigning but Alone

President Joe Biden is on his final lap in politics, determined to promote his record and support Democrats in the lead-up to Election Day. With just a week to go, Biden is keeping his schedule busy, even though many in his party seem to be keeping him at arm's length. He's been doing surrogate work

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Oct 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

50 Cent Says No to Trump's Big Offer

Ever heard of the rapper 50 Cent? Well, he's made headlines for turning down a whopping $3 million to perform at a rally for former President Trump. This happened at Madison Square Garden in New York, on a Sunday no less! The reason for saying no? He just isn't into politics, that's what he said on

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Oct 30 2024CRIME

Why No Hate Crime Charge in Chicago Shooting?

In Chicago, a man named Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, just 22 years old, has found himself in serious trouble. He's been charged with 14 felonies after allegedly shooting a Jewish man who was on his way to a local synagogue. The victim, 39, was shot multiple times and treated at a local hospital. The inci

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Oct 30 2024CRIME

Shooting Incident: Jewish Man Targeted, Hate Crime Charges Absent

In Chicago, a young man, Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, 22, was charged with various felonies after allegedly shooting a Jewish man multiple times. The victim was on his way to a synagogue in the Rogers Park neighborhood when the attack occurred. Some witnesses reported hearing Abdallahi shout "Allahu Akba

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Oct 30 2024SCIENCE

Hidden Maya City Found: What Else is Out There?

For years, experts have been digging up secrets about the ancient Maya empire, which stretched from Mexico down to Central America. But even with all that exploring, there’s still so much we don’t know. A new study just unveiled a fascinating discovery: an entire Maya city hidden in Mexico’s Campech

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Oct 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Connor's Big Break: From Student to Winner

Being the star of your own movie might be a dream for many, but for Connor Sorg, a 21-year-old student from Oak Park, it's a reality. This month, his film snagged the top prize at a prestigious film festival in Chicago. What's the best part of winning? The money, of course! Well, sort of. Winning th

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Oct 30 2024EDUCATION

Is College Really Worth It Anymore?

Think college is the only way to success? Think again. New numbers show that fewer students are signing up for traditional four-year degrees. Why? Costs are sky-high, and student loans are out of control. Plus, the government isn't making it easy. The mess with the Free Application for Federal Stude

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Oct 30 2024FINANCE

Why Were Some Students Denied Loan Forgiveness?

Imagine graduating high school and then struggling with student loans that shouldn't be yours. This is the case for many students who attended for-profit colleges without finishing high school. The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles has sued the Department of Education for not forgiving their loans

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

The Sneaky Plan: A Quiet Coup in the Making

January 6, 2021, was a day that changed many lives, including mine. As a new member of Congress, I found myself trapped in the House Gallery that day with my colleagues. We barely escaped the insurrectionists by mere seconds. My background in conflict prevention and response, honed at the State Depa

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

America's Clean Future: What's Next After 2025?

Imagine it's January 20, 2025. President Kamala Harris steps into office and announces a plan to fight climate change within her first 100 days. She wants to cut energy costs and jumpstart a clean industrial boom. Lawmakers from both sides agree that we need to reduce emissions and strengthen our ec

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