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Dec 29 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Cruise Ship Stuck: Passengers Head Home Early

A cruise ship got stuck on a reef in Papua New Guinea (PNG) on Saturday. The Coral Adventurer, an Australian ship, was traveling through Morobe, Madang, and Sepik provinces when it hit strong currents and ended up on the reef. Everyone on board is safe, but the ship is stuck and tilting to the left.

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Dec 29 2025WEATHER

Post-Holiday Travel Hit by Winter's Wrath

Travelers are facing a tough time after the holidays. A powerful winter storm, known as a bomb cyclone, has left a trail of snow and ice from the Midwest to the Northeast. As of Monday, over 32 million people are under winter weather alerts. The Upper Peninsula of Michigan is under a blizzard warnin

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Dec 29 2025WEATHER

Weather Chaos Across the Nation: A Look at the Storm's Impact

A massive storm is causing big problems for people trying to travel. Right now, 38 million people are dealing with winter weather alerts. These alerts stretch from the Northern Plains all the way to New England. By Sunday midday, over 3, 500 flights were delayed and more than 400 were canceled. This

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Dec 29 2025WEATHER

Winter Weather Warnings: Southeast Minnesota Braces for Storm

Southeast Minnesota is facing a tough winter storm, and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has taken action. They issued a no travel advisory for state and federal highways in the area. This means it's not safe to drive right now. The advisory covers 11 counties, including Dodge, Fil

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Jackson 2026: A Fresh Look at City Council Goals

Jackson's city council members are setting their sights on big changes for 2026. They're zeroing in on three main areas: keeping people safe, tackling neglected properties, and fixing up the city's roads and buildings. But each council member has their own take on what's most urgent, depending on th

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Dec 28 2025CRIME

Seeking Truth: Families Still Waiting After South Korea's Tragic Plane Crash

A year has passed since a plane crash shook South Korea, but the families of those lost are still searching for answers. They've been camped out at Muan International Airport, refusing to leave until they understand what happened. The crash of Jeju Air Flight 2216 from Bangkok killed 179 people. Onl

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Dec 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

Castaic's 5 Freeway: A Gas Leak, Traffic Chaos, and Lessons from the Past

The 5 Freeway in Castaic saw a major disruption on Saturday. A natural gas leak caused all lanes to close for hours. This left many drivers stuck and worried. The leak came from a big gas line near the freeway. Fire officials said the leak was stopped safely. They also said there was no explosion or

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Dec 28 2025WEATHER

Chicago Braces for a Wild Weather Weekend

The Chicago area is in for a rough ride this weekend. Starting Sunday night and stretching into Monday, the weather is set to throw a mix of challenges at residents. The National Weather Service has warned of a variety of hazardous conditions, so it's time to pay attention. Wind speeds are expected

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Dec 28 2025WEATHER

Toronto Braces for a Weather Rollercoaster: Rain, Ice, and Wind on the Way!

Toronto is in for a rough ride as a strong weather system moves in. Environment Canada has issued a Yellow Warning for southern Ontario, including the GTA. Expect a mix of heavy rain, freezing rain, and strong winds starting Sunday afternoon and lasting until Monday morning. First, the rain will st

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Dec 28 2025CRIME

Bourbon Street's Safety: A Year of Temporary Fixes

Bourbon Street in New Orleans has seen changes since the tragic vehicle attack a year ago. Steel barriers now block the street each night, but they are not perfect. They take time to set up and can only stop slow-moving vehicles. These barriers are just a temporary fix while officials work on a long

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