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Oct 26 2025CRIME

Southwick Police Gear Up for a Safer Future

In a move to prioritize safety, the Southwick Police Department is making a significant change to their firearms. The Finance Committee has given the green light to buy 40 new Glock semi-automatic pistols. This decision comes after concerns were raised about the current SIG Sauer P320s, which were f

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Oct 26 2025WEATHER

Midlands Weather: Rainy Start to the Week Ahead

The Midlands is in for a change in weather as the new week begins. Expect a mix of clouds and rain, with temperatures taking a dip. The weekend is ending on a calm note. Tonight, the sky will be partly cloudy, and it will get chilly, with temperatures dropping to the mid-40s by morning. Sunday won

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Oct 26 2025BUSINESS

Tech Troubles Ground Alaska Airlines Twice in Four Months

Alaska Airlines is facing some serious tech issues. In just four months, they've had two big IT failures. The first one was in July. A hardware problem at their data center stopped all flights for three hours. Even though they had backup systems, both the main and backup hardware failed. This caused

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Oct 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Pepper the Robot and the Future of Storytelling Together

Pepper, a social robot, is now trying something new: telling stories with people. This isn't just about robots reading stories. It's about creating stories together, using both words and real objects. Here's how it works: a person shows Pepper an object, like a toy or a book. Pepper uses its camera

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Oct 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Fresh Take on Westerns: Justified's Bold Start

Justified, a show that eventually earned a 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, kicks off in a surprising way. Instead of starting in Kentucky, where the story is set, it begins in Miami. This choice might seem odd at first, but it's actually a smart move. The show's main character, Raylan Givens, is a U. S. Mar

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Oct 26 2025SCIENCE

How Parents' Brains Change to Raise Kids

Parenting is a big job. It needs to be both steady and adaptable. This is how parents can handle different situations to keep their kids safe and healthy. Some parts of parenting are built into our genes. But hormones and experiences can also shape how parents act. Scientists are really interested i

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Oct 26 2025BUSINESS

Why Regular Check-Ins Might Be Holding Your Team Back

Ever feel like your calendar is running your life? Many managers find themselves stuck in a cycle of back-to-back one-on-one meetings. These meetings can feel like a necessary evil, but what if they're actually slowing your team down? A recent experiment at a tech company showed that ditching the r

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Oct 26 2025SCIENCE

Ocean Gold: Brown Algae's Hidden Potential

Brown algae, those humble sea plants, are more than just seaweed. They are packed with special molecules that could change the game in medicine and health. These molecules, like fucoidans and sterols, are created because brown algae live in tough conditions. They could be the key to new drugs and he

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Oct 25 2025SPORTS

Fresh Faces on the Line: Oklahoma's Young Tackles Step Up

Oklahoma's offensive line is getting a youthful boost. Ryan Fodje, a true freshman, is set to make his first career start at right tackle. This comes after Derek Simmons, a senior, got hurt in practice. Fodje has been playing guard but is moving back to tackle, a spot he played in high school. Fodj

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Oct 25 2025SPORTS

Addison Barger's Pinch-Hit Grand Slam Shakes Up World Series

Addison Barger, a player for the Toronto Blue Jays, made a huge impact in the World Series. He hit a grand slam, which is a home run with three people on base, as a pinch hitter. This was the first time this has ever happened in the World Series. It was a big moment in Game 1 against the Los Angeles

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