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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Food Stamp Funds: A Puzzle of Priorities

The Trump administration is in a tough spot. They say they have money but can't use it to keep food stamps flowing. This is a big deal because 42 million people rely on these benefits. The administration claims legal and technical issues stop them from using extra funds to cover food stamps. They s

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Oct 30 2025CELEBRITIES

When Privacy Meets Power: William and Kate's Legal Win Over Intrusive Photos

In a recent legal victory, Prince William and Kate Middleton successfully defended their family's privacy against a French magazine. The court ruled that Paris Match had overstepped by publishing photos and details of their April vacation with their three children. The royal couple argued that the m

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Oct 30 2025BUSINESS

Famous Designer Takes Legal Action Against Retail Giant

Bob Mackie, a renowned fashion designer known for dressing stars like Cher and Taylor Swift, is taking legal action against JCPenney. He claims the store used his name and designs without permission. Mackie, now 85, was shocked to see JCPenney launch a collection called "Mackie: Bob Mackie" last mon

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

U. S. Senators Question Military Strikes on Suspected Drug Boats

Senators from the Democratic party have raised concerns about the U. S. military's recent actions against suspected drug vessels. They want the Justice Department to explain the legal basis for these strikes, which have resulted in around 57 deaths. The senators argue that killing suspects without p

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Hunger on the Line: States Fight to Keep Food Benefits Flowing

A major legal battle is unfolding as 25 states take the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to court. The goal? To prevent a halt in food assistance for millions of Americans. This comes as a federal government shutdown looms, threatening to cut off funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistan

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Oct 30 2025SPORTS

Missouri's Big Sports Betting Kickoff: What You Need to Know

Missouri is about to join the sports betting scene, and it's a big deal. Starting December 1, 2025, folks in Missouri who are 21 and older can bet on sports both online and in person. This is a game-changer for sports fans in the state. The Missouri Gaming Commission (MGC) is the boss here, making

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Supreme Court Wants Clarity on National Guard Use

The U. S. Supreme Court is currently grappling with a tricky question: What exactly does "regular forces" mean in a law that governs when a president can use the National Guard? This question arose from a case involving President Donald Trump's attempt to send National Guard troops to the Chicago ar

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Oct 30 2025CRIME

A Sterling Man Faces Serious Charges for Harming a Child and Others

A man from Sterling is in hot water. Harley Canas, 26, has been charged with hurting a 5-year-old child. This isn't his first run-in with the law. He's already facing charges for two other violent incidents. The latest charges include aggravated domestic battery and endangering a child. These charg

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Oct 30 2025CRIME

A Long Island Aide in Hot Water

A special education assistant from Long Island is in serious trouble. He's accused of taking sneaky photos of a 13-year-old girl in a Target dressing room. The incident happened on October 19th. The girl's dad saw what was going on and tried to stop the man, but he ran away. Police later found out

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Oct 30 2025CRIME

Justice on Trial: The Case of a Deputy and a Fatal 911 Call

In Illinois, a jury is grappling with a tough decision. They're trying to figure out what happened when a former deputy shot and killed an unarmed Black woman in her own home. The woman, Sonya Massey, had called 911 for help, not realizing it would be her last call. The deputy, Sean Grayson, is now

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