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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

A Jazz Musician Stands Up to a Name Change

The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is in a legal battle with a jazz musician. Chuck Redd canceled his annual Christmas Eve concert. He did this to protest the center's new name. The center is now called the Trump-Kennedy Center. Richard Grenell is the president of the Kennedy Center. He sen

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Dec 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

Philadelphia's DIY Bus Trackers: A Creative Fix for a Flawed System

In Philadelphia, a group of artists took matters into their own hands. They created bus-tracking signs where none existed. These signs are not official. They are the work of local artists who are passionate about improving public transit. The artists wanted to make bus times more accessible. Not ev

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

Who's Behind the Mystery Money Attacking Georgia's Lt. Governor?

In Georgia politics, a shadowy group is spending big bucks to attack Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. They call themselves "Georgians for Integrity" and have poured around $5 million into ads, mailers, and texts. The ads claim Jones is using his office to make himself rich. But who is really behind this group?

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Dec 27 2025FINANCE

Smart Ways to Save and Grow Your Money in 2026

Many people struggle to meet their financial goals, but that doesn't mean you should give up. In fact, most Americans are hopeful that next year will be better. If you want to improve your financial situation, there are some useful tools that can help you save, spend wisely, and manage your money mo

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

Medina's Police Unions Secure Pay Raise Deal

Medina, Ohio, is making strides in employee compensation. The city's finance committee gave the thumbs up to a tentative deal with patrol and communications officers. This agreement covers a three-year contract, aiming to boost pay for these essential workers. The proposed deal includes a 4% pay hi

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Dec 27 2025WEATHER

Unusual Twisters: Tornadoes in California

California, known for its sunny beaches and Hollywood glam, isn't a place you'd typically associate with tornadoes. But guess what? They do happen there! In fact, just last Christmas, a tornado whipped through Los Angeles, causing quite a stir. This wasn't a massive, mile-wide twister like the ones

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Dec 27 2025SCIENCE

How Buildings Can Harness Sun Power in a Changing Climate

Buildings are starting to use the sun's power more efficiently. But there are hurdles. Designers often don't have the right tools. They also don't think enough about how climate change will affect these systems. A new study tackles these issues. It looks at how buildings can use solar power better.

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Dec 27 2025OPINION

Portland's Needle Exchange Dilemma: Fear vs. Public Health

Portland is at a crossroads. The mayor is thinking about changing the city's needle exchange policy. This policy gives out clean needles to people who use drugs. The idea is to stop the spread of diseases like HIV and hepatitis C. But some people are upset about finding used needles in public places

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Dec 27 2025OPINION

Alaska's Kids Face Big Environmental Challenges

Alaska's youngest residents are dealing with serious environmental issues. The numbers show that kids in Alaska are at a higher risk compared to the rest of the country. This is not just about the future; it's happening now. First, let's talk about water. In 2023, nearly half of Alaska's public wat

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Dec 27 2025LIFESTYLE

Newspapers: More Than Just News

Newspapers have been a big part of daily life for many people. They were not just for reading the news. They were also used for many other things. People used them to wrap gifts, line pet cages, and even as toilet paper. This is a big change for many people. It is not just about how they get their n

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