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Apr 22 2026BUSINESS

Downtown Denver’s Apartment Plan Faces Funding Roadblock

A Denver real estate group wants to turn an empty office tower at 475 17th Street into 140 apartments, but the city’s development fund isn’t ready to back the project—yet. The plan costs $77 million, with Revesco Properties asking for a $29 million loan from the Downtown Development Authority (DDDA)

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Apr 22 2026HEALTH

Understanding the Impact of Heart Valve Disease in America

Every year, thousands of Americans face health battles linked to heart valve diseases, and 2023 was no exception. These conditions happen when one or more of the heart’s four valves don’t open or close properly, forcing the heart to work harder. Over time, this strain can lead to serious problems li

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Apr 22 2026CRIME

El Salvador's legal system tackles gang leadership in massive trial

El Salvador recently started a major trial against over 400 people accused of leading one of the country's most feared gangs. These individuals face charges related to more than 47, 000 crimes committed between 2012 and 2022. Prosecutors claim these gang leaders ordered killings, forced disappearanc

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Apr 22 2026EDUCATION

Long Island schools struggle under state review spotlight

A recent check-up by New York education bosses found 23 Long Island schools aren't meeting the basic standards expected. The review looks at attendance, graduation numbers, report cards, and how English learners perform. These schools sit in 16 different districts - an improvement from last year whe

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Apr 20 2026BUSINESS

New buildings and changes coming to Central Massachusetts

A big car dealership is on the way in Westborough. Workers are building a huge metal structure on Route 9 that looks like a parking garage. This isn’t just for cars—the upper floors will hold shiny new cars ready for sale. The spot used to have small offices, but they were torn down to make room. Th

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Apr 20 2026HEALTH

Can PSMA PET/CT scans help men with early-stage prostate cancer avoid unnecessary surgery?

When prostate cancer is first detected, doctors often classify it as "clinically insignificant. " This means it's slow-growing and might not need immediate treatment. But in some cases, a closer look reveals the cancer is actually more aggressive than it seemed at first. That’s where advanced imagin

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Apr 19 2026EDUCATION

Mississippi’s Reading Revival: A Blueprint for Change

Mississippi once hovered at the bottom of national reading rankings, but a shift began in 2013 when new leadership embraced a science‑based approach to literacy. The plan moved beyond simple phonics; it involved overhauling standards, assessments, and accountability to focus on the most struggling s

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Apr 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Hollywood Love and Health Scares

The 1980s television stars Heather Locklear and Lorenzo Lamas have confirmed that they are now a couple, ending a long history of public relationships for both actors. A reality television personality known as Dr. Pimple Popper experienced a serious health incident while filming, with medical rep

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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

Judge Says Bayer’s Claim Against J&J Is Unfounded

In a recent ruling, a federal judge in Manhattan denied Bayer’s attempt to stop Johnson & Johnson from advertising its prostate‑cancer drug, Erleada. The court said Bayer had not shown it was likely to win the case over J&J’s marketing, which claimed Erleada cuts death risk by about half compared to

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Apr 18 2026BUSINESS

San Diego Lab Space: Empty Buildings, New Moves

San Diego’s science labs are mostly empty. About a third of the space sits unused, which is almost as high as it has ever been. The city’s rental rates are dropping and landlords offer more discounts, so some companies are stepping in. The latest data shows a split scene. Venture money is coming ba

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