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Jan 16 2026SPORTS

Purdue Fans' Mixed Feelings as Indiana Football Soars

Purdue fans are going through a lot right now. Their biggest rivals, Indiana, are about to play in the national championship game. This is a big deal because Indiana's football team has never been this good before. For years, Purdue has been the better team in the state, especially in basketball. Bu

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Jan 16 2026FINANCE

Retirees Are Choosing Permanent Homes Over Seasonal Stays

More and more Americans are choosing to move to a new state permanently instead of splitting their time between two homes. This shift is happening because people are realizing they can live better and save money by moving to a state with lower taxes and cheaper living costs. The main reason for thi

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Jan 15 2026BUSINESS

Tech Firm Expands in Long Beach

A tech company has just leased a big new office in Long Beach. The company, myKaarma, will now call 211 E. Ocean Boulevard home. They signed a lease for nearly 9, 000 square feet. This space will serve as their headquarters, and they plan to move in soon. myKaarma is known for its software. They he

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Jan 15 2026BUSINESS

Napa's Wine Service Cooperative: A Shift in Strategy

In a notable move, the Wine Service Cooperative in Napa Valley is changing its game plan. After nearly 20 years of handling direct-to-consumer wine shipments, they've decided to pass the baton to a third party. This shift comes as sales have been sluggish, and the cooperative aims to free up space a

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Jan 14 2026BUSINESS

Home Sales: A Glimpse of Hope in 2025

In the last month of 2025, the housing market showed some unexpected strength. Sales of existing homes picked up speed, reaching a rate of 4. 35 million units when adjusted for seasonal changes. This was a notable jump from November and even better than what experts had predicted. Looking back at t

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Jan 14 2026CRIME

A Family's Plea for Justice After Tragic Loss

In a heartbreaking turn of events, the family of Monique and Spencer Tepe is grappling with the aftermath of a violent crime that took the lives of the young couple. The suspect, Dr. Michael McKee, is accused of shooting the Tepes in their Columbus home on December 30. McKee, who was once married to

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

France's Broken Promises: When Deportation Orders Mean Nothing

In Melun, a town south of Paris, a 15-year-old girl's life was shattered. A 22-year-old Algerian migrant, already ordered to leave France, allegedly raped her. He was no stranger to the authorities, with a history of offenses and a known address. Yet, he was free to roam, to prey. The attack happen

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Jan 14 2026CRIME

Crime Numbers Go Down: What's Happening in Prince William County?

Prince William County is seeing fewer crimes. The police chief shared the good news. He said crime dropped by over 10. 5%. That's a big deal. It means fewer people got hurt or lost things. The best part? Violent crimes went down almost 19%. That's a huge drop. In 2025, there were only eight murders

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Jan 14 2026BUSINESS

China's Home Buyer Tax Break: What You Need to Know

China has decided to keep a helpful tax rule going. This rule gives people money back on their taxes if they buy a new home within a year of selling their old one. The government has said this will be in place from January 1, 2026, until December 31, 2027. This tax break is a big deal for people wh

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Jan 14 2026WEATHER

Staten Island's Chilly Surprise: What's Behind the Sudden Cold Snap?

Staten Island is bracing for a sudden temperature drop, all thanks to a cold front sweeping in from the Great Lakes. Earlier in the week, weather models hinted at a potential coastal storm, but those predictions have faded. Instead, a cold front is taking center stage, bringing snow and a significan

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