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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Wall Street's Bumpy Ride: Markets Rise Despite Political Tensions

Wall Street saw a rebound on Monday, with major indexes reaching new highs. The S&P 500 added 0. 2% to its previous record, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average recovered from an early loss of nearly 500 points to gain 86 points. The Nasdaq composite also saw a 0. 3% increase. However, the market

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Holiday Shopping: Mixed Results for Retailers

The holiday shopping season of 2025 has wrapped up, and the results are in. Some retailers did well, while others fell short. Lululemon, a popular clothing brand, said its sales were close to the top of what they predicted. They expect to make about $3. 60 billion and earn around $4. 76 per share. B

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

The Unclear Words of Trump on a Serious Matter

In a recent event, President Donald Trump, aged 79, struggled to provide a clear answer to a straightforward question. The question was about the implications of an ICE agent being immune from prosecution after fatally shooting a woman in Minneapolis. The woman, 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good, was a

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Jan 13 2026BUSINESS

A Big Payout for Restaurant Workers

A fancy restaurant group is giving back over a million dollars to its workers. Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment will pay $1. 55 million to settle a lawsuit. The workers said they didn't get all the tips they earned. They also claimed they were not paid the full minimum wage for extra tasks. More tha

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Jan 13 2026WEATHER

Chilly Days Ahead: What to Expect in South Carolina

South Carolina is in for a rollercoaster of temperatures this week. After a frosty start to Monday, things will warm up a bit, but not for long. Tuesday morning will be even colder, with temperatures dropping a few more degrees. By Wednesday and Thursday, mornings will be a tad warmer, but the wind

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Jan 13 2026WEATHER

Chilly Surprise: Snow Might Reach Unexpected Southern States

A significant weather shift is heading towards the U. S. , with a possibility of snow reaching as far south as North Carolina and Tennessee. This weather event is expected to affect at least 25 states, bringing a mix of rain and snow. Initially, meteorologists anticipated a strong clipper system mo

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Jan 13 2026WEATHER

New Jersey's Snowy Surprise: What's Really Happening with This Week's Weather

New Jersey residents might be feeling a mix of emotions about this week's weather. Those hoping for a big snowstorm may be let down, while drivers are probably breathing a sigh of relief. Initially, there was talk of a major snow event on Thursday. But now, it seems the weather conditions aren't li

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

When Leaders Attack: The Fed's Fight for Independence

The Trump administration recently made a bold move against Jerome Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve. They started a questionable investigation into Powell's finances. This is unusual because the Fed is supposed to be independent. Powell, who is usually calm, spoke out. He said the investigatio

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

U. S. Visa Revocations Surge Under New Policies

The U. S. government has canceled over 100, 000 visas since the start of the current administration. This sharp increase is part of a broader effort to tighten immigration rules. The administration has also made it harder to get visas by adding more checks, including social media reviews. Most of t

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

A Closer Look at Recent Thefts and Vehicle Tampering in Waite Park and Sartell

In the quiet neighborhoods of Waite Park and Sartell, some residents have recently found themselves victims of theft and vehicle tampering. The Waite Park Police Department is currently investigating the theft of a Cub Cadet lawnmower. This incident occurred on the 200 block of 34th Avenue South, wh

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