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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

The Great Crime Numbers Switcheroo: What You Need to Know

The FBI has made a shocking change to its crime statistics, which could have serious implications for President Biden's legacy on public safety. The new numbers reveal that violent crimes actually increased by 4.5% in 2022, compared to the previous year. This change adds nearly 80,000 violent crimes

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Oct 04 2024ENVIRONMENT

Asheville's Hidden Truth: Floods in a Supposed Safe Haven

For years, Asheville, North Carolina, has been promoted as a safe haven from extreme weather. But Hurricane Helene recently showed that this isn't true at all. Asheville is actually very vulnerable to flooding because of its geography and climate history. The city sits in a spot where water can easi

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Oct 03 2024POLITICS

Investigation: Trump Acted as Private Candidate, Not President in 2020 Loss Challenge

Special counsel Jack Smith argues that Donald Trump acted as a private candidate and not as the president when he attempted to overturn his election loss in 2020. The filing comes amidst ongoing investigations into potential federal election interference by Trump. Separately, President Biden and Vic

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Oct 03 2024LIFESTYLE

Helene's Fury: Southern States Reel from Devastating Storm

Hurricane Helene has left a trail of destruction across the southern United States, affecting millions of people and claiming over 189 lives. The storm made landfall in Florida as a massive Category 4 hurricane, shattering records for intensity and causing catastrophic damage. With power outages aff

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Oct 03 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Floodwaters Ravage Asheville's Historic Heart

The impact of Hurricane Helene on Asheville's Biltmore Estate and surrounding village is a sobering reminder of nature's power. As the storm churned through the Carolinas, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake, the nearby Biltmore Village was among the areas hardest hit. The once-quaint shops a

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Oct 03 2024BUSINESS

Texas man who smashed ‘Taylor Swift guitar’ with hammer speaks out

A Texas man, identified as 67-year-old Gary Estes, has been making headlines after he smashed a supposedly "signed" Taylor Swift guitar at a charity auction. Estes had bid $3,200 for the instrument, which was being auctioned off to raise money for agricultural education for local youth. The event,

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Oct 03 2024GENERAL

Vice President Harris and Liz Cheney to make battleground state stop at the birthplace of the GOP

CNN — Republican former Rep. Liz Cheney will campaign with Vice President Kamala Harris in Wisconsin on Thursday, touting her endorsement of the Democratic presidential nominee in the crucial battleground state, a senior campaign official told CNN. The campaign event marks the latest effort from the

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Oct 02 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Good Weather for Fair Fun!

Get ready, fair fans! The State Fair of Texas is kicking off this weekend, and the weather forecast looks promising. Meteorologist Allison Prater from the National Weather Service in Fort Worth predicts sunny skies with temperatures in the mid-80s on Friday, climbing to the upper 80s to lower 90s by

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Oct 02 2024POLITICS

Georgia Election Rule Stirs Confusion Before Vote

A Georgia judge has sparked concerns over a new election certification rule passed by Donald Trump's allies. This rule requires county officials to investigate election results before certifying them. Critics worry it could cause chaos in the state after November 12. The rule lets officials look at

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

"Six Weeks Later: The Unseen Power of Northeast Ohio's Storm"

Six weeks after the storm hit Northeast Ohio, new security camera footage from Cleveland offers a raw glimpse into its power. The video shows intense rain that becomes almost blinding, and ferocious winds bending trees like they were twigs. City streets turn into rivers as vehicles struggle through

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