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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Postal Service to Let Handguns Travel by Mail

The U. S. Postal Service is planning a big change that could let people ship handguns in the mail, following new legal advice from the Department of Justice. The proposed rule will appear in the Federal Register on Thursday and aims to update mailing rules so they match the Justice Department’s guid

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Maryland Faces Rising Living Costs, Citizens Call for Change

The state’s residents are increasingly concerned about how expensive it has become to live in Maryland. A recent survey showed that most people see the high cost of living as the biggest problem, followed by worries about taxes and the state budget. Many voters feel that the government is not doi

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Apr 02 2026WEATHER

Dry Threat Looms Over Three Oregon Counties

The governor has named a state of emergency for Baker, Deschutes and Umatilla counties because the rain is far below normal. The drought began in late spring and has not eased, with forecasts showing even less rain for the summer. Officials warn that the lack of water will hurt farmers, ranche

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Apr 02 2026WEATHER

Rain Alert for Easter Weekend

Good morning! The day starts with a light mist that lifts as the sun climbs, leaving warm temperatures in the mid‑80s for most of the day. A quick shower might appear, but chances are low and most people will stay dry. On Good Friday a gentle breeze from the west brings a better chance of rain. The

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Apr 02 2026WEATHER

Mixed Weather Ahead: Sunny, Showers and a Cold Front

The day starts with clouds covering most of the area, but some spots will feel warm and sunny. In the northern parts, temperatures stay around 50 degrees while clouds linger low. Down south and west, heat rises to the mid‑70s or even 80s, with clear patches of sunshine breaking through. The forecas

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Apr 02 2026WEATHER

Rain, Heat, and Shifting Skies in Massachusetts

It looks like the weather in Massachusetts is playing a game of tug‑of‑war. A steady rain shower will roll in around 7 p. m. to 9 p. m. on Wednesday night and linger through Thursday morning, bringing chilly low temperatures that dip into the mid‑to‑high 30s. The precipitation will ease by about 9 a

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Apr 02 2026OPINION

Health Cuts Hit Women Hard

Women depend on programs like Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act to stay healthy. Recent changes by the Trump administration threaten that safety net. The new law slashes Medicaid funding, which could cost over ten million people their insurance. It also forces many rural hospitals and cl

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

A New Voice for Peace: Pope Leo Takes on Trump and the Iran Conflict

Pope Leo, who became the first American head of the Catholic Church last May, has shifted from silence to outspoken criticism. For his first year he avoided speaking about the United States or naming President Donald Trump, but that has changed. In recent weeks he directly urged Trump to stop the es

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Apr 02 2026LIFESTYLE

Connecting for Health: Small Chats, Big Gains

A recent book argues that talking to strangers can be as good for our body as walking a mile. The author says research links helping others to lower inflammation, while chasing personal pleasure can raise it. She warns that feeling alone or facing injustice triggers an inner alarm that pushes us tow

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Trump Mulls Replacing Attorney General Over Frustration

President Donald Trump has reportedly talked about removing Attorney General Pam Bondi, according to several unnamed insiders. He is unhappy with what he calls her lack of vigor in pursuing his political opponents and how she handled the Epstein investigation. The president has even suggested tha

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