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Jul 10 2025POLITICS

Unmasking Fear: The Impact of Covert Immigration Enforcement

In recent times, a disturbing trend has emerged in U. S. immigration enforcement. Agents, often from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal agencies, have been conducting raids while wearing masks and plainclothes. This practice has sparked widespread fear and confusion among co

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Jul 09 2025CRIME

A Tragic Discovery in Maine: Paddleboarder's Death Ruled a Homicide

In a quiet town in Maine, a shocking turn of events has left the community in disbelief. Sunshine Stewart, a beloved local, was found dead last Thursday on Crawford Pond. Initially, many assumed it was a simple accident, but the truth turned out to be far more sinister. The state medical examiner co

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Jul 09 2025WEATHER

Ruidoso's Repeated Struggles: Flash Floods Strike Again

Ruidoso, New Mexico, is no stranger to disasters. Just a year after battling wildfires, the village faced another tragedy: flash floods that claimed three lives, including two young children. The heavy rains turned the Rio Ruidoso river into a raging torrent, reaching a record height of 20 feet in m

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Jul 09 2025LIFESTYLE

A Half-Century of Growth and Togetherness!

It's been five decades since a small group of people came together with a big idea. They wanted to make a difference. They wanted to inspire others. And they wanted to build a community that would last. Today, that dream is still alive and kicking. Over the years, this group has grown. It has evolv

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Jul 09 2025BUSINESS

A Local Hero's Struggle: Rebuilding After the Eaton Fire

Tony Banuelos, a well-known figure in Monrovia, is facing a tough road to recovery after the Eaton Fire destroyed his Altadena home. With his restaurant business slowing down and the challenges of rebuilding, he's finding strength in his community and family. The fire, which tore through the area s

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Jul 09 2025EDUCATION

Berkeley County Schools Boost Mental Health Help for Students

Berkeley County Schools are stepping up their game to support students' mental health. They've got big plans to make sure kids get the help they need. The district has a multi-year plan called the Continuous Improvement Cycle, running from 2021 to 2026. This plan includes creating a new alternative

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Jul 09 2025SPORTS

Rochester's Big Play: New Sports Hub on the Horizon

Rochester is getting a major sports upgrade. The city council just greenlit the outdoor design for a huge sports and recreation complex. This isn't just any project—it's a $65 million investment, funded by the city's sales tax extension that voters approved last year. The complex will sprawl across

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Jul 09 2025EDUCATION

De Anza College's PE Complex Gets a Big Upgrade

De Anza College is finally giving its old physical education complex a much-needed makeover. The plan? A $53 million renovation that's been in the works for years. The state is footing most of the bill, covering 75% of the cost, while the rest comes from the district's savings and bond funds. The c

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Jul 08 2025HEALTH

Breaking Barriers: Helping East African Women Get Checked for Breast Cancer

In Seattle, a big problem is that some women, especially those from East Africa, are not getting checked for breast cancer as often as they should. This is making things worse for them. Black women, in general, find out they have breast cancer later and it's more serious. But for immigrant women fro

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Jul 08 2025EDUCATION

Nina's Fight for an Education: A Community's Embrace and a School's Refusal

Nina, a 17-year-old with severe autism, is a familiar face in Newburyport, known for her outgoing personality and her service dog, Raja. She loves her daily outings with her mom, Sarah, whether it's cycling together or swimming at the YMCA. The community has welcomed Nina with open arms, but there's

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