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Dec 15 2025CRIME

Keeping Kids Safe: East Providence Boosts School Security After Nearby Shooting

East Providence, Rhode Island, is taking extra steps to keep students safe. After a recent shooting at Brown University, which is close by, the city has decided to increase police presence at its schools. This move is all about being cautious and making sure everyone feels secure. The police shared

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Eastern Congo's Escalating Conflict: A Humanitarian Crisis

Eastern Congo is in the midst of a serious crisis. Over 400 innocent people have lost their lives in recent clashes. The M23 group, backed by Rwanda, has intensified its attacks in South Kivu. This is happening despite a recent peace deal between Congo and Rwanda, which didn't include the M23 group.

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Dec 11 2025WEATHER

Bracing for the Big Chill: How to Survive the Deep Freeze in Tennessee

Tennessee is about to get a visit from a polar vortex, bringing some seriously cold air. This isn't just a little cold snap; we're talking temperatures dropping into the teens and 20s overnight. That's the kind of cold that can cause frostbite in minutes, so it's important to bundle up properly. Fi

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Tennessee's 7th District: A Clash of Political Forces

Tennessee's 7th Congressional District is buzzing with political energy. Two candidates, Van Epps and Behn, are fighting for a seat in Congress. Van Epps, a former Army helicopter pilot and head of the Tennessee Department of General Services, has strong backing. He won his primary with ease, thanks

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Tennessee's Unexpected Political Showdown

Tennessee's 7th Congressional District, known for its deep red roots, is now the center of a heated political battle. This district, which stretches from the northern to the southern border of Tennessee, is seeing an unusual surge of interest from both sides of the aisle. The special election to re

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Dec 01 2025POLITICS

Tennessee's Unexpected Political Showdown

Tennessee, known for its strong Republican base, is currently the center of attention for a special House election. The event has drawn significant interest from high-profile Republicans, including Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Donald Trump. Their involvement highlights the importance of

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Dec 01 2025SCIENCE

Science Funding: The Backbone of Tennessee's Future

Tennessee is home to some of the most advanced scientific research in the country. Places like Vanderbilt University and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) are at the forefront of this innovation. They work on everything from healthcare to artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing. Laser

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Nov 29 2025WEATHER

Snowy Surprise: Why Eastern Missouri Might See More Snow This Weekend

Eastern Missouri is gearing up for its first snowfall of the season, with a weather alert in place for Friday night and Saturday. The region could see 2 to 4 inches of snow, with some areas potentially getting even more. But why is this happening? It all comes down to some cool physics. Clouds are

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Nov 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

East Tennessee's Big Bet on AI

East Tennessee is set to be a major player in a huge AI project. The plan involves building powerful new supercomputers in Oak Ridge. This could be a game-changer, much like the Manhattan Project or the Apollo Program. The Trump administration is behind this initiative, called "Genesis. " It's a ma

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Nov 07 2025WEATHER

East Tennessee Braces for Early Winter Weather

East Tennessee is in for a wild weather ride. A cold front is on its way, bringing severe thunderstorms and a big chill. The fun starts on the evening of Oct. 7, with storms rolling in after 5 p. m. If you have plans for Friday night high school football, you might want to double-check the weather r

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