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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Aurora's Hispanic Businesses Face Tough Times Amid Immigration Crackdown

In Aurora, Hispanic business owners are struggling to keep their doors open. The reason? A recent surge in immigration enforcement actions. These actions have made customers and employees scared to leave their homes. This fear is hitting businesses hard. Nancy Martinez, who owns a home decor boutiq

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Universities Face Tough Choices: Reform or Risk Losing Federal Support

American universities are in a tough spot. They rely heavily on federal grants and student loans, but trust is fading. Costs are rising, and some schools are accused of breaking civil rights laws. A recent offer from the administration could help them avoid big problems. The offer asks universities

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Oct 26 2025HEALTH

Fitness Apps: Are They Helping or Hurting Your Health?

Fitness apps are everywhere. They promise to help you track your workouts and count your calories. But new research shows they might be doing more harm than good. Many people feel frustrated and ashamed when using these apps. This can make it harder to reach their fitness goals. The study looked at

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Oct 26 2025CRYPTO

New Chief for Crypto Oversight: What's Next?

The White House has picked Mike Selig to head the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Selig is no stranger to the world of crypto. He's been a key player in the Securities and Exchange Commission's crypto task force. Before that, he was a big shot at a major law firm. This isn't the first

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Oct 26 2025CRYPTO

Crypto's Remarkable Turnarounds: From Disaster to Dominance

Cryptocurrency is known for its ups and downs. It's a world where things can go from bad to worse, but also from worse to better. Some projects have faced huge setbacks but managed to bounce back stronger. Let's look at a few of these remarkable turnarounds. XRP, once a regulatory outcast, made a s

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Katie Porter's Campaign Clouded by Controversy

Katie Porter, a candidate for California's governor, is facing a tough road ahead. Her campaign is taking a hit due to some not-so-great behavior. People are talking about how she treats her team and how she handles interviews. First, there are videos of her losing her cool. In one, she shouts at a

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

How Americans See Trump and Their Country's Direction

A recent study shows that many Americans, especially Black and Latino people, do not have a good view of President Donald Trump. Only a small number of Black Americans, about 16%, and 30% of Latinos think highly of him. This is despite Trump making some progress with minority voters in the 2024 elec

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Oct 26 2025WEATHER

Chilly Weekend in DC: What to Expect

The weather in the Washington, D. C. area is taking a turn for the cooler side this final weekend of October. Temperatures are expected to dip below what's usual for this time of year. The good news is that winds will stay calm, so there's no need to worry about feeling extra chilly in the mornings.

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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 2025WEATHER

Portland's Weekend: Windy and Wet Adventure Awaits

Portland is in for a wild ride this weekend. A big weather event called an "atmospheric river" is bringing lots of wind and rain. The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory until late Saturday night. Expect strong south winds blowing 15 to 25 mph, with gusts that could hit 50 mph. This

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