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Jan 06 2026WEATHER

Staten Island's Weather Rollercoaster: Fog, Rain, and a Warm-Up

Staten Island is in for a weather rollercoaster this week. The National Weather Service has issued a heads-up: dense fog and light rain are on the way Tuesday night. Temperatures will hover above freezing, staying in the upper 30s to lower 40s. This isn't just any fog—it's expected to get thick, red

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

California's New Housing Hero: Katherine McFadden Steps Up

California is making big moves to tackle its housing crisis. The state's housing finance agency just hired Katherine McFadden to lead their multifamily programs. This is a huge deal because the agency has already pumped $3. 4 billion into affordable housing in just two years. They're not slowing dow

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's Big Plans: Security, Money, and Peace Talks

Kyiv recently brought together key allies to discuss how to keep Ukraine safe and rebuild it after years of conflict. This meeting focused on three main things: security promises, economic recovery, and military support. The talks included national security advisers from several European countries,

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Jan 06 2026WEATHER

New Jersey Weather: Freezing Rain Alert and Warm-Up Ahead

New Jersey is in for a weather rollercoaster. Tonight, the state will see dry conditions with clouds rolling in. But don't get too comfortable—tomorrow is set to bring a mix of rain and warmer temperatures. By late Tuesday afternoon, rain is expected to hit the northern half of the state. A low-pre

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

From Local TV to Big Leagues: How Two Friends Built a Sports Media Empire

Two friends, Andrew Carter and Ben Walnick, swapped their steady TV jobs for a risky business venture. They pooled $6, 000 each to start Let It Fly Media, a sports content company. Their goal? To blend the speed of newsrooms with the creativity of agencies. They began by cold-calling companies and

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Jan 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Dude Perfect Joins Nex Playground for a Trick-Shot Adventure

Nex Playground is teaming up with Dude Perfect to create a fun, motion-powered game. This game will be available exclusively on Nex Playground in the summer of 2026. The partnership aims to bring Dude Perfect's famous trick shots and high-energy fun to families everywhere. Nex Playground is known f

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

PENN Entertainment Shakes Up Leadership for a Digital Future

PENN Entertainment is making big changes to its leadership team. The company wants to focus more on digital services and improve how it connects with customers. Two top executives, Todd George and Rich Primus, are leaving. They have been with PENN for a long time and helped shape its current success

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Jan 06 2026CRIME

Baltimore's Crime Drop: Is It All About Tougher Prosecution?

Ivan Bates, Baltimore's State's Attorney, is making waves with a significant drop in crime rates. He's been in office for three years, and things are looking up. The office itself has seen a makeover, but the real change is in the way things are done. Bates has boosted the team, adding more prosecu

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Jan 06 2026LIFESTYLE

Finding Your Balance: A Realistic Approach to Life

Life is busy. There's work, family, friends, and personal time to manage. Trying to balance everything can feel overwhelming. But balance isn't about doing everything perfectly. It's about creating a life that can handle the ups and downs. First, let's rethink what balance means. It's not about giv

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Jan 06 2026EDUCATION

A New Leader Steps Up for Arkansas Schools

A big change is happening in Arkansas schools. Zondria Campbell just got a huge job. She is now the Director of Schools for The Academies of Math and Science (AMS) in Arkansas. This means she will lead the Little Rock campus and help open new schools all over the state. Campbell has spent over 20 y

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