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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Wild animals acting oddly in southern New Mexico parks prompt safety alerts

Reports from catron county describe bobcats and foxes moving toward people rather than fleeing – a red flag since such bold behavior often signals sickness in the wild. No bites occurred in the two incidents, but staff worry the animals may carry rabies after a bobcat in nearby Sierra county tested

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Empty Ships, Full Claims: What’s Really Happening with U. S. Oil Tankers?

Reports say a fleet of massive oil tankers—some of the biggest in the world—are sailing toward America, but they’re traveling empty. President Trump suggested this is a smart move, claiming these ships are on their way to collect the country’s top-tier oil and gas. He even argued that the U. S. now

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Local nurse puts health on Wayland’s agenda

Katie Stiff has stepped into the race for two open seats on Wayland’s Board of Health, giving voters a fresh face with hands-on experience. Though she moved to town only in 2020, she already sits on the board and works daily as a nurse practitioner at a major Boston hospital. Stiff’s path to public

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Apr 02 2026SPORTS

A Cross‑Atlantic Fan: 31‑Year‑Old From Wolverhampton Makes Five Trips to Pittsburgh

Katie Stewart, a 31‑year‑old teacher from Wolverhampton, England, has turned yearly travel into a passion for Pittsburgh sports. Her first trip in 2022 began when she watched the Penguins win an NHL game that sparked a new love for the team. From that moment, she has visited every season except wint

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

U. S. Congressman Says Trump Will Keep Fighting Iran Over Oil

Rep. Austin Scott, a Republican from Georgia, told a news show that he believes President Trump will not back down from the war with Iran. He said the fight started because Iran keeps enriching uranium and that the U. S. must keep up its military actions. Scott is on two important House committees:

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

House Republicans Struggle to Unite Over Affordable Living Bill

Republicans in the House are trying to pass a big bill that would lower costs for families before November elections. They want the plan to stand out from Democrats, hoping voters will reward them for tackling everyday expenses. The party holds a narrow 218‑214 majority, so any new law needs almo

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Swimmers, Sprinters and Champions Line Up for Madrid Awards

Katie Ledecky is one of the athletes who will be honored at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid on April 20. She earned her place by winning both the 800‑meter and 1500‑meter freestyle races at last August’s World Swimming Championships. In the 800‑meter event, she became the first swimmer to

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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Money Talks: Texas Senator Candidate's Surprising Donors

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a Texas Democrat with a fiery reputation, is making waves in her U. S. Senate run. What's surprising is where her campaign cash is coming from. Big names in tech and crypto, usually seen backing Republicans, are opening their wallets for her. Marc Andreessen, a tech billionai

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Jan 14 2026CRIME

Northwest Indiana Counties Aim to Join Gun Task Force

Porter and LaPorte counties are eager to join the Indiana Crime Guns Task Force. However, the path to inclusion isn't straightforward. The bill allowing their entry has been sent to the Senate Appropriations Committee, signaling potential challenges ahead. The Indiana Crime Guns Task Force was esta

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Jan 10 2026POLITICS

GOP Lawmakers Break Ranks: A Shift in Republican Unity

Republicans are starting to stand up to Trump. This is a big deal because they usually go along with whatever he says. They are focusing on important issues like health care and housing. But Trump is still in charge of most of the party. Trump has been busy with lots of different things. He wants t

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