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Jan 03 2026SCIENCE

The Hidden Scripts We Follow in Family Dynamics

Ever notice how you slip back into your old family role when you're all together? It's like a script you can't shake off. Maybe you're the one who always organizes everything, or perhaps you're the one who stirs up trouble. These roles stick around, even when we think we've grown out of them. Psych

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Jan 03 2026WEATHER

Petaluma River Faces Water Surge During Extraordinary Tides

In a recent event, the Petaluma River experienced a significant water surge due to exceptionally high tides, known as king tides. These tides, which occur when the sun, moon, and Earth align in a specific way, caused water levels to rise dramatically. On Friday, the water level at the Turning Basin

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Jan 03 2026WEATHER

Weekend Weather: A Chilly Start to 2026

The first weekend of 2026 is off to a frosty start. The skies are gray, and light snow is falling across the region. This isn't a heavy snowstorm, though. Just a few flurries that might leave a thin layer of snow, maybe half an inch at most. By mid-morning, the snow should stop, but the clouds will

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

Birmingham's New Year's Eve: Fewer Shots, More Safety

Birmingham saw a big drop in gunfire during New Year's Eve celebrations in 2026. The city's gunfire detection system, Shot Spotter, picked up 4, 688 rounds in 597 incidents. That's a lot less than the 6, 270 rounds in 948 incidents from 2024 and way less than the 11, 728 rounds in 1, 531 incidents b

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Jan 03 2026SPORTS

Ebanie Bridges: From Sydney to the Ring

Ebanie Bridges is stepping back into the boxing ring, ready to fight for another world title. She's been training hard and is set to face Alexis Mones in a big event. This fight is special because it's her first since becoming a mom. She and her partner, former boxing champ Kell Brook, welcomed thei

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Jan 03 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Costs of America's Car Obsession

America's love affair with cars has some serious downsides. Cars are everywhere, and for many, they're a must for daily life. But this heavy reliance on cars comes with a hefty price tag, both for people and the planet. Cars are a major source of pollution. They release harmful gases into the air,

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

A Young Boy's Life Cut Short: A Community's Heartbreak

In a tragic turn of events, a 4-year-old boy's life was lost after he went missing from his father's home in Alabama. The child, identified as Johnathan Everett Boley, was found deceased about two miles away from his father's residence in Walker County. With him was his loyal dog, Buck, who miraculo

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

Columbus Tragedy: A Dentist and His Wife Found Dead

In a quiet neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, a grim discovery was made. A dentist and his wife were found dead in their home. The police are now on the hunt for the person responsible. It all started when coworkers grew worried. Spencer Tepe didn't show up for work at his dental clinic in Athens. The

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Angelina Jolie's Gaza Aid Mission Amidst Israeli Restrictions

Angelina Jolie, known for her humanitarian efforts, recently visited the Rafah Crossing in Egypt. Her trip coincided with Israel's decision to halt operations of numerous aid organizations in Gaza. Jolie highlighted the difficulties these groups face in delivering essential supplies, particularly me

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Jan 03 2026SPORTS

Is Rest Really Best? The College Football Playoff's Rusty Dilemma

The College Football Playoff is facing a puzzling trend. Teams that get a first-round bye, a supposed reward, are losing more often than not. Over two seasons, seven out of eight top-four teams have stumbled in the quarterfinals. This has sparked a debate: is resting too long hurting these teams, or

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