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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

California's Tax Net Casts Wider Than Expected

California's tax authorities have expanded their reach, catching a Delaware-based LLC in their net. The company, Diet Standards LLC, uses Amazon's Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) program. They store inventory in Amazon's California warehouses. From there, Amazon ships orders to customers. The California

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Washington's Coal Plant Conundrum: A Clash of State and Federal Powers

Washington state officials are fuming over a federal order that forces a coal plant to stay open. The Department of Energy, led by President Trump, has told TransAlta to keep running its Centralia coal plant. This goes against a state law that says coal power must stop by the end of the year. The o

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Dec 18 2025WEATHER

Northern Illinois Braces for a Sudden Weather Shift

Northern Illinois and parts of northwest Indiana are in for a rough ride on Thursday. The weather is set to go from mild and rainy to downright dangerous in a matter of hours. The National Weather Service is warning everyone to be prepared for a mix of strong winds, sudden snow squalls, and icy cond

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

California's Climate Leadership: A Critical Look

California's climate change efforts are often praised, but are they truly effective? The state's cap and trade program, now called Cap and Invest, has been criticized as a "backdoor tax. " However, it's important to note that this program does cap emissions, reducing them by about 5% each year. Cri

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Dec 16 2025WEATHER

California's Christmas Weather: Rain, Snow, and Potential Chaos

California might see a lot of rain and snow around Christmas. This could cause floods, landslides, and make travel tricky, especially in the mountains. The weather is expected to be driven by atmospheric river storms, which have already caused trouble in the Pacific Northwest. The National Oceanic

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Dec 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

Washington's Tough Choice: Studded Tires or Safe Roads?

Washington state is thinking about saying goodbye to studded tires. These tires have metal spikes that help drivers grip icy roads. But, they also cause a lot of damage to the roads. The Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) says these tires cost the state over $20 million in road repair

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

California and Trump Clash Over AI Rules: Who Will Win?

California is not happy with Trump's new AI rules. Just hours after Trump signed an order to stop states from making their own AI laws, Governor Gavin Newsom spoke up. He said the order is more about helping big tech companies than promoting real innovation. Newsom called out Trump and his AI advis

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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Washington's Rivers Run Wild: A Crisis Unfolds

Washington state is in the grip of a severe flood crisis. Heavy rain has caused rivers to burst their banks, swallowing homes and roads. The Skagit River, near Seattle, is one of the worst hit areas. Tens of thousands of people have been told to leave their homes. The governor has declared a state o

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Dec 09 2025WEATHER

Wind Whispers: Fort Collins Braces for a Blustery Day

Northern Colorado is in for a wild ride. The National Weather Service has issued high wind warnings and watches, signaling that December 9 will be a day of powerful gusts. These winds aren't just a nuisance; they can cause serious problems. Power outages and travel troubles are likely, and any new f

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

California's New Tool for Reporting ICE Actions

California has set up a digital platform for people to share videos, pictures, and other proof of possible misconduct by federal immigration officers. This move comes as part of a broader response to the Trump administration's tough stance on immigration. In recent times, immigration agents have be

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