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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Pepper Spray Incident Sparks Controversy in Chicago

In a recent event, a family in Cicero, near Chicago's Little Village, found themselves in the middle of a tense situation involving federal agents. Rafael Veraza and his 1-year-old daughter, Arianna, were pepper-sprayed by Border Patrol agents in a Sam's Club parking lot. Veraza, who has asthma, struggled to breathe after being directly hit with the spray. His daught...

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Nov 10 2025OPINION

Hate Speech: A Daily Reality for Dave Portnoy

Dave Portnoy, the president of Barstool Sports, has been open about the daily antisemitic remarks he faces. This is not a new issue for him, but he notices a clear change in how often it happens. In a recent chat with Tony Dokoupil for "CBS Sunday Morning, " Portnoy shared his thoughts on this troubling trend. Portnoy mentioned that antisemitism has become a regular...

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Nov 10 2025OPINION

Caring for Those Who Served: A Look at Veterans' Challenges

Veterans in the U. S. face many struggles after leaving the military. These challenges include finding jobs, having a place to live, and dealing with mental health issues. The country has made some progress, but there's still a lot to do. The government has asked for more money to help veterans. They want $441. 3 billion for the Department of Veterans Affairs in 202...

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Nov 10 2025SCIENCE

The Evolution of Systematic Biology: Past, Present, and Future

Systematic biology has been around for a while, and it's time to take a closer look at how it has changed and what's next. This field is all about understanding the diversity of life and how organisms are related. To get a better grasp of its journey, let's dive into five key aspects: teamwork, combining different approaches, open discussions, the tools and resources...

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Nov 10 2025HEALTH

How Grocery Shopping Can Help Lower Blood Pressure

A recent study showed that the DASH diet can lower blood pressure in Black adults. But what if you could get the same benefits just by changing how you shop for groceries? The DASH diet is known for its positive effects on blood pressure. But until now, no one has figured out how to make it work in everyday life. The GoFresh study tried to change that. They wanted t...

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Nov 10 2025LIFESTYLE

Light Up the Streets: St. Charles Christmas Parade Calls for Participants

St. Charles is gearing up for its annual Electric Christmas Parade, and the call for participants has been extended. The deadline to apply is now November 12, giving more groups a chance to join the festive fun. This event is a great opportunity for local businesses, community groups, and nonprofits to showcase their spirit and creativity. To participate, groups nee...

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Nov 10 2025CRIME

A Dark Day at a Texas Workplace

A tragic event unfolded at a landscape supply company in San Antonio, Texas. On a Saturday morning, a 21-year-old man took the lives of three of his co-workers before ending his own life. The incident occurred around 8 a. m. on the city's north side. Employees quickly fled the scene as gunshots rang out. Police arrived swiftly and secured the area. Hours later, they...

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Nov 10 2025CRIME

The Mystery That Took Over a Tiny Spanish Village

In the remote village of Tor, nestled high in the Pyrenees, a decades-old murder has cast a long shadow. The victim, Josep Montané, known as Sansa, was found dead in 1995, his body bearing signs of a brutal attack. The case remains unsolved, and the tiny community of 13 houses has become an unwilling star in the true-crime world. The murder of Sansa is not the only ...

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Nov 10 2025CRIME

Trouble Brewing in Richmond's Tobacco Shops

Richmond's tobacco shops are facing a tough time lately. Crime rates are going up in these stores. This is not good news for the shop owners or the community. The main issue is theft. Shops are losing money because of this. Some shops have even been broken into. This is a big problem for small businesses. They can't afford to lose money like this. But it's not just...

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Nov 10 2025CRIME

Are School Shootings Really That Different?

School shootings often grab headlines and spark fear. Many think they are a special kind of violence. The idea is that angry, suburban white boys target their classmates without reason. But is this really true? Recent studies suggest school shootings might not be so different from other gun violence in communities. To test this, researchers looked at 752 nonfatal sc...

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