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Oct 15 2024HEALTH

Whooping Cough is Back: A Parent's Guide

We're seeing a big jump in whooping cough cases, especially in the Middle Atlantic states. As of early October, there were around 17,579 cases compared to just 3,962 last year! This bacterial infection, also known as pertussis, spreads like wildfire through coughs and sneezes. It's most dangerous fo

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Oct 13 2024BUSINESS

Post Falls Downtown: A New Mix of Homes and Food on the Horizon

Imagine walking through downtown Post Falls and seeing something new: a big building that combines apartments with a place to grab brunch. This project, led by mother-daughter duo Laura and Kelsey Horn, is set to change the face of the north block in downtown. The site is massive, covering about 50

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Oct 12 2024HEALTH

Whooping Cough Cases on the Rise Again

In the United States, whooping cough cases have surged to over 17,600 as of early October, marking a significant jump from the 3,962 cases reported last year. Before the pandemic, whooping cough cases often exceeded 10,000 annually, peaking at 18,600 in 2019. However, in 2021, the number dropped to

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Oct 12 2024CRIME

Make Transit Safer: Are Gates the Answer?

Imagine hopping on a train after a long day at work. You expect a safe journey home, but are worried about the crime that happens on public transit. This is a common concern. Transit systems are taking steps to assure riders like Dominique Davenport, who once heard gunshots at a MetroLink station in

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Oct 12 2024CRIME

Why Transit Systems Are Now Focusing on Fraud

Ever had a scary moment on a train platform? Dominique Davenport faced gunshots while waiting for a ride. He wasn't alone; many riders feel anxious due to transit crimes. Systems like St. Louis' MetroLink, known for its lax fare enforcement, aim to change that. They're adding security gates, a far c

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

New York’s Board of Regents Explores Alternative History Lessons

Recently, the state's Board of Regents sparked a debate by promoting a new set of educational videos and materials. These resources, set to debut at New York state parks in February, present a revised history of the Revolutionary War. The videos discuss how Indigenous people and enslaved individuals

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Oct 12 2024CELEBRITIES

The Broadway Revival: Katie Holmes Stuns on Opening Night

Katie Holmes made a splash on the Broadway scene at the Barrymore Theatre's revival of Thornton Wilder's "Our Town." The 45-year-old actress, who stars in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, hasn't graced the Broadway stage in over two decades. The cast includes notable names like Jim Parsons and Zoey

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Oct 12 2024SCIENCE

Seawater to Hydrogen: A New Way to Fuel Up

Imagine turning the vast ocean into a clean fuel source. That's what scientists are doing with a new invention. They've figured out how to use electrodes to split seawater and produce hydrogen fuel. Normally, this process would create harmful chlorine gas. But these clever researchers found a way ar

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Oct 12 2024HEALTH

Coroners Team Up for Better Child Death Investigations

In the Lowcountry of South Carolina, the coroners from Berkeley and Charleston counties are making child death investigations a top priority. Recently, Berkeley County Coroner Darnell Hartwell organized a training session for over 70 attendees from various agencies across the region. This comes afte

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

Playing President: Trump’s Unusual Fixation with Obama

Once upon a time, former President Donald Trump's fascination with his predecessor, Barack Obama, took an unexpected turn. In an intriguing story from Michael Cohen's book "Disloyal," Trump reportedly hired an actor to imitate Obama, just so he could dismiss him in a mock-firing video. This wasn't j

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