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Oct 31 2025CRIME

FBI's Michigan Mission: A Halloween Scare Averted

The FBI recently stopped a possible attack in Michigan. They didn't give many details. But they said it was going to happen around Halloween. The FBI boss, Kash Patel, wrote about it on social media. He thanked the FBI and other police for their hard work. The FBI was busy in Dearborn, a city near

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Oct 31 2025SCIENCE

China's New Space Team: A Mix of Firsts and Familiar Faces

China just sent a new crew to its space station, Tiangong. This mission, called Shenzhou-21, is pretty special. It's carrying three astronauts, or taikonauts as China calls them, and something even more unusual: four live mice. This is the first time China has sent mammals to space. The crew includ

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Local Lenders Struggle as Funding Dries Up

In northern Virginia, Karlene Sinclair-Robinson is now focused on closing down the Community Business Partnership, a non-profit she once helped run as finance director. This organization, which has been around for nearly 30 years, is shutting its doors at the end of December. The reason? The Trump a

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Oct 31 2025WEATHER

Halloween Weather: A Spooktacular Forecast for Southern California

Southern California is gearing up for a delightful Halloween night, with weather conditions that seem to be straight out of a dream. The skies will be clear, offering a perfect backdrop for trick-or-treating under the glow of a Waxing Gibbous moon, which will be 69% illuminated. As the sun dips bel

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Oct 31 2025WEATHER

Chilly Halloween Nights Ahead for Treasure Coast

A chilly breeze is on its way to the Treasure Coast, making this Halloween one to remember. The weather is taking a turn, bringing cooler temperatures just in time for trick-or-treating. Expect the mercury to dip, with mornings feeling particularly crisp. The good news? Rain is not expected to dampe

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Oct 31 2025WEATHER

Halloween Weather: Chilly and Damp in Minnesota

Minnesota is set to have a Halloween that's more chilly and damp than warm and sunny. The weather will be cool, with temperatures in the low to mid-40s across the state. In the northern parts, it might even drop to the upper 30s. The Twin Cities can expect a high of around 44 degrees, which is a bit

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Oct 31 2025WEATHER

Halloween Weather: A Breezy but Bright Celebration Ahead

The weather is looking up just in time for Halloween fun! After recent heavy rain and strong winds, things are drying out. Friday is shaping up to be a pleasant day with lots of sunshine and a high of around 60 degrees. However, there might be some gusty winds, which could make it a bit tricky for h

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Oct 31 2025WEATHER

Halloween Weather: A Spooky Yet Sunny Weekend Ahead

Halloween in Dallas-Fort Worth is set to be a mix of chilly and warm. The day will start off cold, but it will warm up nicely. By afternoon, temperatures will climb into the low 70s. The sun will shine all day, making it a great day to be outside. As night falls, clouds will roll in. This will keep

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Oct 31 2025FINANCE

Mortgage Rates Take a Surprising Turn After Fed's Move

The Federal Reserve decided to lower its interest rate this week, but mortgage rates didn't follow suit. Instead, they went up. The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage increased by 20 basis points after the Fed's announcement and Chairman Jerome Powell's press conference, according to Mortgage

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Food Assistance Fight: Judge Steps In

A federal judge in Boston has decided to step into a heated dispute over SNAP food assistance funds. The issue revolves around the Trump administration's decision not to use billions in emergency funds to cover food stamp benefits for millions of Americans in November. The judge, Indira Talwani, ex

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