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Apr 11 2026WEATHER

Unexpected April Showers Hit Southern California

Southern California is set to see a surprise wet spell this weekend, with rain expected from Friday night through Sunday. Weather experts predict that rainfall amounts could range between 0. 5 and 1. 5 inches, especially higher in mountainous regions. Thunderstorms may shift these figures because th

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Apr 09 2026WEATHER

What happens when Pacific waters get unusually warm?

Ocean temperatures along the equator in the Pacific Ocean are shifting in ways that could change weather patterns across North America. After a prolonged period of cooler-than-average water temperatures known as La Niña, the Pacific is now in a neutral phase where temperatures hover around average.

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Apr 08 2026WEATHER

Storm Ready: Where to Hide When Tornadoes Hit SE Michigan

Southern Michigan has faced more than its share of wild weather lately. Tornado warnings have blared from phones and sirens have wailed through neighborhoods. People scramble downstairs, shove into closets, and brace for the worst. When alerts scream "danger now, " every second counts. Planning ahe

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Indiana's colleges slim down: 200 degree programs face cuts under new rules

Indiana is shaking up its college degrees. Nearly 20% of public college programs will disappear or merge soon after state leaders set new rules. Why? Many degrees had almost no students and were costing money for almost no return. The state reviewed over 1, 000 programs and decided 210 must go, anot

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Mar 19 2026ENVIRONMENT

Southern California’s Clean Transport Jobs at Risk Without State Action

Southern California isn’t just following the electric vehicle trend—it’s driving it. The region has turned itself into a hub for clean transportation, with companies making batteries, electric trucks, and even solar-powered cars. The Port of San Diego is spending millions to switch from diesel to el

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Feb 15 2026WEATHER

Storm Heads to Southern California, Bracing for Heavy Rain and Big Waves

Southern California is gearing up for a big weather event that could bring heavy rain, flooding, and dangerous waves to the coast. A strong storm system is expected to hit the region over the weekend, with the most intense impacts occurring from Sunday into Monday. The weather forecast starts off

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Jan 28 2026SPORTS

Indiana's Big Win: Key Moments Against Purdue

Indiana University's basketball team made a big splash on Tuesday night. They beat Purdue, a ranked team, at home. This win is a big deal because it's their first against a top team since Darian DeVries took over as coach. Nick Dorn was a standout player. He started the game because Tayton Conerway

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Jan 28 2026SPORTS

Gautam Gambhir: India's Coach Under Fire and Fan Fury

Indian cricket fans are not happy. They are upset with the team's recent losses. The fans blame head coach Gautam Gambhir. They say he makes odd team choices. For example, he keeps Shubman Gill in every game. Even when Gill is not playing well. He also picks Harshit Rana and Nitish Kumar Reddy for a

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Jan 28 2026SPORTS

From Rags to Riches: Indiana's Football Triumph and What It Teaches Us

Indiana University's football team has done something amazing. They went from being the team with the most losses to winning the national championship. This happened in just two years under coach Curt Cignetti. They even beat some of the top teams in the country. How did they do it? Let's break it d

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Jan 25 2026SPORTS

Indiana's Historic Football Triumph: A Day of Celebration and Reflection

Indiana University's football team had a season to remember. They won every game. This is a big deal. The team and fans celebrated this win on campus. It was cold, but that did not stop thousands of people from showing up. The star player, Fernando Mendoza, showed off his Heisman Trophy. This is a

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