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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

A Shift in U. S. Tech Security Leadership

The U. S. Commerce Department has seen a change in leadership within a key office focused on tech security. Elizabeth "Liz" Cannon, who headed the Information and Communications Technology and Services (ICTS) office, has stepped down. This office, established in 2022, was tasked with investigating t

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

Pennsylvania's Tax Win: A Bank Gets Money Back for Sign Fixes

A bank in Pennsylvania just won a tax refund. It's not about big money or fancy loopholes. It's about fixing signs. The bank thought it paid too much tax on repairs for an elevator and some signs. First, they got a win for the elevator. But the tax board said no to the signs. The bank didn't give u

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Jan 23 2026CRYPTO

Strive's Big Bitcoin Bet: A Closer Look

Strive, a financial firm launched in 2022, is aiming to gather up to $150 million by selling special shares called Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock, labeled SATA. This money will be used to pay off some of its debts and buy more Bitcoin. The company has a subsidiary called Semler Sc

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Jan 23 2026WEATHER

Maine's Icy Grip: Staying Safe in the Deep Freeze

Maine is about to get a serious cold snap. The National Weather Service has issued an extreme cold warning. This alert covers central, western, and northern parts of the state. It starts Friday night and might last through Saturday night. Temperatures are going to drop fast. Around Portland, it wil

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Jan 22 2026WEATHER

Snowy Sunday: Big Storm Heads to New England

A major snowstorm is headed to Massachusetts this Sunday. Experts are now quite sure this storm will bring a lot of snow to the area. The storm is expected to be strong and will affect a large part of the country. Temperatures are going to drop sharply over the weekend. This means any rain will lik

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Jan 22 2026WEATHER

Winter Storm Alert: Staying Safe and Smart

A big winter storm is coming to the US. It might affect a huge area, from Texas to New England. People should get ready for snow, ice, and very cold temperatures. These conditions could cause power outages and other problems. The storm, named Winter Storm Fern, is expected to start on Friday. It wi

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Jan 22 2026WEATHER

North Texas Braces for Winter Storm

North Texas is getting ready for a big winter storm coming this Friday night. The weather is expected to bring freezing temperatures and icy roads. To get ready, crews are already working hard to make sure the roads are safe. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the North Texas Tollwa

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Jan 21 2026WEATHER

Winter Weather Prep at Piedmont Triad Airport

Piedmont Triad Airport is getting ready for winter weather. This is not just about snow. It is about ice, sleet, and freezing rain. The airport has a plan to keep things running smoothly. First, they check all the equipment. This includes snowplows, de-icing trucks, and generators. They make sure e

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Data Leak: What Happened with DOGE and Social Security?

A recent court filing by the Justice Department revealed a significant data security issue. Employees from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), who were working with the Social Security Administration (SSA), shared sensitive information through an unsecured third-party server. This action

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Jan 21 2026WEATHER

When Ice Hits the Roads: Smart Moves for Safe Driving

North Texas is bracing for a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain this week, bringing the coldest weather of the season. Roads could become slippery, making driving risky. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch from Friday afternoon to late Saturday night. Driving in icy cond

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