DR COLLEEN ANN MURPHY

Jun 18 2026POLITICS

From Mexico to Arkansas: A Family’s Journey and the Politics of Identity

Dr. Alejandra Campos grew up in Springdale, Arkansas, after her parents fled Mexico in the early 1990s. Their move was driven by hope and hard work, as they settled in a small town that would become the backdrop for her future studies. She talks about how their sacrifices and strong family ties p

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Jun 14 2026WEATHER

Storm Hits Annapolis, City Works to Restore Power and Clean Up

Annapolis was hit by strong storms late Friday. Two families had to leave their homes after trees fell on them, but nobody was hurt. The city sent crews to look at damage and clear fallen trees from streets. They worked all night and will keep working with the power company, BGE. BGE said that

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Jun 13 2026POLITICS

County steps up with cash for safer community spaces

Anne Arundel County just locked in its budget for next year, and tucked inside is fifty-grand-plus aimed at keeping local groups safe. The new $150, 000 pot targets non-profits and faith spots worried about hate-driven trouble. Some members of the council pushed hard for this slice after a first dra

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Jun 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Melania Joke Dropped From New “Scary Movie”

Anna Faris, who plays a role in the upcoming comedy, said her character once teased Melania Trump’s “Be Best” anti‑bullying effort. The line was removed during editing, a decision that has sparked curiosity because the film’s producers are linked to people who have ties with the former president.

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Jun 07 2026HEALTH

Front‑Line Heroes Fight Ebola with Little Pay and Long Hours

Dr. Richard Lokudu heads the medical team at Mongbwalu General Referral Hospital, a hub for patients in Congo’s latest Ebola crisis. He and his colleagues work nonstop, often waking to new case alerts at night. Despite their relentless effort, the doctors receive almost no financial support or regul

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May 31 2026ENVIRONMENT

Turning old tires into smoother, longer-lasting roads

Ann Arbor just paved two residential streets using asphalt mixed with recycled tire rubber—a small but meaningful test of a technology that’s been around for decades. Workers spread the dark, rubber-speckled pavement on Northbrook Place and Oakbrook Drive, turning about 2, 000 scrap tires into road

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May 27 2026POLITICS

District 10’s next senator: who can solve the big issues?

Anne Kepner is running to replace Aisha Wahab in California’s Senate District 10, and her campaign is built around three big problems: housing is too expensive, good jobs are hard to find, and healthcare costs too much for aging residents. She’s not just talking about these issues; she’s worked on t

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May 25 2026WEATHER

Early Morning Fog Alert: Stay Sharp on the Roads

Drivers woke up to a hazy surprise today as patches of fog rolled in, making visibility tricky. Instead of clear views, some areas now have sightlines shortened to just a quarter mile—about the length of two football fields. The fog isn’t sticking around all day; forecasts suggest it’ll lift by late

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May 22 2026HEALTH

Rethinking Cancer Treatment: A Smarter Way to Fight Drug Resistance

Drug-resistant cancer cells are a major challenge in long-term cancer treatment. Traditional methods often rely on giving patients the highest possible drug dose until the body can no longer tolerate it. But this approach doesn’t always work well because it doesn’t account for how different cancer c

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May 19 2026HEALTH

A doctor’s journey from student to leader in breast health

Dr. Debra Monticciolo didn’t set out to become a pioneer in breast imaging—she took one step at a time. After finishing her basic medical training, she discovered radiology almost by accident. While rotating through different specialties, she found herself drawn to the technical precision of X-rays

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