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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Western Washington Faces Ongoing Flood and Landslide Challenges

Western Washington is still dealing with serious flooding and landslide risks. The good news is that everyone who had to leave their homes can now go back. But the Riverwalk Trail is still shut down. Officials in Puyallup say it will take a while to fix the damage there. Leavenworth, a town famous

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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Pacific Northwest Faces Severe Flooding and Evacuations

The Pacific Northwest is dealing with a serious situation. Heavy rain has been pouring down for days. This is because of a weather event called an atmospheric river. It brings a lot of moisture from the ocean to the land. Western Washington has been hit the hardest. Many areas are under flood watch

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Tech Titans Bet Big on AI and Space

The excitement around AI has cooled down a bit. Not long ago, any news about OpenAI would make tech stocks jump. But now, investors are more cautious. They're not as quick to believe big promises in the AI world. Things got even more complicated when Time Magazine named a group of AI leaders as Per

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Dec 12 2025SPORTS

A Thrilling Comeback: Falcons Defy Odds Against Buccaneers

The Atlanta Falcons pulled off an incredible comeback against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. With just 10 minutes left, they were down by two touchdowns. But they didn't give up. They fought back and won 29-28. Kirk Cousins, the Falcons' quarterback, led the charge. He made a clutch pass on a fourth-and-

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Dec 12 2025FINANCE

Why a Fed Leader Chose to Wait on Rate Cuts

Austan Goolsbee, head of the Chicago Fed, made a bold move recently. He voted against lowering interest rates. Why? He thinks the Fed should wait for more data before making big changes. Goolsbee is not against lowering rates in the future. He just wants to make sure it's the right time. Inflation

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Republicans Clash Over Health Care Subsidies

House Speaker Mike Johnson is preparing to unveil a health care package next week, but not everyone in his party is on board. A group of Republicans, mostly from swing districts, are pushing for a vote on extending the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies before they expire at the end of the month. T

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Dec 12 2025SPORTS

Tee Higgins' Injury Concerns Mount

Tee Higgins, a key player for the team, is facing another health hurdle. He was notably absent from Friday's practice session. This absence raises eyebrows, especially since he's been dealing with concussion issues lately. Just a few weeks ago, Higgins was sidelined due to a concussion. He did retu

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Dec 12 2025SPORTS

Lamar Jackson's Struggle: Is the Ravens' Star Quarterback Losing His Edge?

Lamar Jackson, the Baltimore Ravens' star quarterback, has been under the spotlight for all the wrong reasons this season. His performance has been a far cry from his usual electrifying self, and it's not just about the injuries he's faced. There's a growing concern about his commitment and communic

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Dec 12 2025SPORTS

Week 15 NFL Showdowns: Who Will Come Out on Top?

Week 15 of the NFL season is packed with thrilling matchups that could decide playoff spots. The Texans are on a roll, especially on defense, while the Cardinals are struggling. Houston is expected to dominate, possibly winning 30-13. The Ravens and Bengals face off, with Cincinnati having the edge

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Dec 12 2025CRIME

Alabama's Death Penalty: Politics Over Principle

Alabama's approach to the death penalty has become more about political posturing than upholding justice. This is evident in the state's recent actions and the case of Joseph Clifton Smith, who is set to be executed despite clear evidence of intellectual disabilities. The state's use of nitrogen hy

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