SAFETY

Nov 02 2024CRIME

Orlando Takes Action After Shooting: Early Closing and Curfew

In response to a recent shooting in downtown Orlando, Mayor Buddy Dyer has taken steps to enhance safety. Starting tonight, bars and clubs in the entertainment district will stop selling alcohol after midnight. The city wants these streets cleared by 1 AM. This move comes after the police chief repo

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Nov 02 2024HEALTH

Seven Jackson Area Eateries Face Health Inspection Failures

Seven restaurants in the Jackson area didn't pass their health inspections in October. This includes places in Hinds, Rankin, and Madison counties. Five of these spots fixed the issues and passed their follow-up inspections by November 1. Let's look at who didn't make the grade. In Hinds County, Ba

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Nov 02 2024COMMUNITY

Halloween Fun on Prospect: A Safe Trick-or-Treating Event

You know those old movies where trick-or-treating is dangerous? Well, the Prospect Business Association wanted to change that in real life. They organized a special event called Trunk or Treat, right next to Linwood Sun Fresh Market. This wasn't just about candy; it was about showing everyone that t

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Nov 01 2024SPORTS

Dodgers' Big Parade: A Family-Friendly Celebration

The Los Angeles Dodgers are ready to celebrate their World Series win with a big parade on Friday. Police expect around 100, 000 fans to join in, hoping for a peaceful and safe event. The parade starts at City Hall at 11 a. m. and ends near 5th and Figueroa streets. After the parade, there will be a

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Vote Battle: $1 Million Spent on Dallas Reform Proposals

Two political groups have raised over a million bucks to influence Dallas voters. Together for Dallas and Dallas United for Progress are fighting against three city reforms suggested by local hero, Dallas Hero. These reforms aim to improve public safety and keep the city officials accountable. Both

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Nov 01 2024SCIENCE

Comet Atlas's Halloween Show: A Cosmic Disappearing Act

You know that feeling when you're expecting a special visitor, and they just don't show up? Well, Comet Atlas, also known as C/2024 S1, pulled a real trick-or-treat stunt. astronomers had been keeping an eye on this comet, hoping it would put on a spooky show for Halloween. But alas, it had other pl

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Nov 01 2024CRIME

Missing Cars and Generators: A Community Alert

Imagine waking up to find your car gone. That's what happened to someone on the 3500 block of St. Germain Street West in St. Cloud. The car in question is a dark blue Ford Fusion with a distinctive dent near its right turn signal. If you spot a car with the license plate FXY 017, don't hesitate to r

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Oct 31 2024SPORTS

Boxing Expert Warns: Tyson vs. Paul Match Might Hide Health Risks

A well-known boxing expert, Conte, has some serious worries about the upcoming Tyson vs. Paul fight. He's not just talking about who'll win or lose, but something way more important - the health of the fighters. Conte thinks the focus on making the fight entertaining might be hiding some real health

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Oct 31 2024SPORTS

Yankees Ban Fans, Give Tickets to Cancer Patient After Fan Interference

The New York Yankees decided to ban two enthusiastic fans, Austin Capobianco and John Peter, from attending Game 5 of the World Series. The ban came after they snatched the ball from Mookie Betts' glove during a pop-out in Game 4. Instead of those fans, the team chose to give the tickets to a pediat

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Oct 31 2024TECHNOLOGY

Zoox CTO Challenges Tesla's Robotaxi Plan: 'Safety Concerns Remain'

Jesse Levinson, co-founder and CTO of Zoox, isn't convinced Tesla will launch a robotaxi service next year. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, he questioned the safety and reliability of Tesla's technology compared to Zoox's approach. Levinson believes Tesla's decision to use only cameras for its driver as

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