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Jan 27 2026CRIME

A Quick Trip Gone Wrong: Armed Robbery in Peoria

In Peoria, a routine Saturday evening took a sharp turn when a local market became the scene of a crime. Around 6:53 p. m. , a man with a gun walked into Tony's Market on Northeast Adams Street. He wasn't there to shop. He had a clear mission: to steal money. The man was masked, making it hard to id

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Jan 27 2026HEALTH

Making Glucose Monitoring Fair and Clear

Glucose monitoring is a big part of diabetes care. But there's a problem. It's hard to compare different systems. Why? Because they are tested in different ways. This makes it tough to know which one works best. First, not all information is shared openly. Some studies and details are kept secret.

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Jan 26 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Shining Bright on January 26, 2026

January 26, 2026, is a special day for many famous faces. It's the day when actor David Strathairn, hockey icon Wayne Gretzky, and others celebrate their birthdays. These individuals have made their mark in different fields, from acting to sports. David Strathairn, known for his roles in various fi

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Jan 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Wearable Tech Takes on Club Drugs: A New Way to Stay Safe

Drugs like amphetamine are often used in crimes, especially at parties and clubs. These drugs can be dangerous, and detecting them quickly is important. Traditional methods for detecting these drugs are slow and complicated. Now, there's a new tool that could change the game. It's a wearable device

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Jan 26 2026CRIME

The Enigma of Elizabeth Short: A Life Beyond the Myth

Elizabeth Short, often remembered as the Black Dahlia, was more than just a victim of a gruesome crime. She was a young woman with dreams, contradictions, and a life that was far more complex than the myths that have surrounded her death. Born in Medford, Massachusetts, Elizabeth was known for her w

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Jan 26 2026HEALTH

Lung Health After Stem Cell Grafts: What's the Story?

Stem cell transplants, specifically allo-HSCT, are a big help for blood and cancer issues. But they can cause problems, like lung issues. Doctors use spirometry to check lung health. It's common, but it might not catch everything. Oscillometry is a newer method. It might pick up on smaller changes t

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Jan 26 2026WEATHER

Michigan's Winter Weather: What's Happening Where?

Michigan is dealing with a snowstorm that's been going on since Sunday night and will last until Monday morning. This isn't just any snowfall; it's enough to make travel tricky and dangerous. So, what's the deal with all these weather alerts? Most of Southeast Michigan is under a Winter Weather Adv

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Costs Rising: AAPI Community Feels the Pinch

The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community is feeling the heat of rising costs more than most. A recent poll shows that nearly half of AAPI adults want the government to tackle inflation and affordability head-on. This is a bigger deal for them than it is for the general public, where

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Power Plays: When Leaders Talk Peace but Act Otherwise

Leaders throughout history have often used the word \"peace\" to justify their actions, but what they mean by it can be very different from what it seems. One recent example is a powerful leader who claimed he stopped eight wars and felt snubbed when he didn't receive a prestigious peace award. He

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Jan 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Unraveling the Dark Minds: A Gritty Look at Crime

Netflix has a lot of shows, and one of them stands out for its dark and intense story. This show is not for the faint-hearted. It dives deep into the minds of some of the most notorious criminals in history. The show is called Mindhunter, and it's based on real events. It's a psychological crime thr

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