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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

Florida's Fight for Fairness: Lawmakers Challenge Attorney General's Move

Florida's Black lawmakers are not happy. They say the state's attorney general is playing politics with people's lives. The attorney general, James Uthmeier, released an opinion on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. He said many state laws that help Black businesses and promote diversity are unconstitution

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Topeka Politicians' Money Moves: A 2025 Look

Topeka's politicians have been busy with their campaign funds in 2025. With elections coming up in 2026, it's important to see how much money they have. All 12 lawmakers from Topeka and Shawnee County have filed their campaign finance reports. These reports show how much they raised and spent in the

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Jan 15 2026POLITICS

Nebraska's Fight for Funding

Nebraska Medicine and the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) are asking for more money. They say they need it to keep doing their jobs well. This is not new. They have been asking for more funds for a long time. But now, they are making a final push. They want lawmakers to listen and act. The re

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Jan 14 2026EDUCATION

A Quarter Century of Learning: Santiago Canyon College's Big Night

Santiago Canyon College (SCC) threw a massive 25th-anniversary bash in November, and it was a huge success. The event raised a whopping $124, 000 for the college's foundation, making it the biggest fundraising event in SCC's history. This wasn't just any party—it was a celebration of 25 years of pro

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Big Changes Coming to the White House: What's the Deal with the New Ballroom?

The White House is set to share more about a massive new ballroom in the East Wing. This project, backed by President Donald Trump, has sparked quite a debate. Critics argue it's a waste of money and power, while supporters see it as a modern upgrade. The ballroom, estimated to cost $400 million, i

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Dec 17 2025EDUCATION

Local Leaders Chat About Schools

A recent event brought together local leaders to discuss the future of education. The Bettendorf School District invited lawmakers to share their thoughts on how to improve schools. This was not just a casual chat. It was a serious talk about making schools better for everyone. The main goal was to

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

U. S. Lawmakers Push for Tighter Rules on Sending Synthetic DNA Abroad

In a move that has sparked debate, a group of U. S. lawmakers from both major parties have proposed new rules. These rules would make it harder for American companies to send synthetic DNA sequences to other countries. The focus is on countries like China and Russia, which are seen as major competit

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Dec 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Southern California's Secret Snowmakers

In Southern California, where warm winters are common, ski resorts rely on advanced technology and dedicated teams to create snow. This isn't just about flipping a switch; it's a complex process that requires specific weather conditions and a lot of effort. The resorts use two main types of snow gu

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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Aroostook's Early Snowfall: A Boost for Winter Economy

Aroostook County just got its earliest big snowfall in three years. It started late Wednesday afternoon and kept going into Thursday morning. Some places got more than 8 inches of snow. Snowstorms are usual in northern Maine, but big snowfall before December holidays has been rare lately. Some peop

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Lawmakers Quit: Is Congress Too Toxic?

The political scene in the United States is heating up, and not in a good way. Recently, several lawmakers have decided to call it quits. They're leaving Congress, and many are pointing to a toxic work environment as the reason. But what does this mean for the country? First, let's talk about the p

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