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Dec 17 2025CELEBRITIES

Local Generosity Gets a Boost: Morgan Wallen Foundation Steps Up for Red Kettle Donations

On December 20th, the Morgan Wallen Foundation is stepping up to double the impact of Red Kettle donations in Knoxville and Oak Ridge. This means every dollar given on that day will be matched, up to $10, 000, and all of it will stay right in the local community. The foundation, started by the Knox

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Dec 17 2025FINANCE

Smart Ways to Manage Your Money with Bank Budgeting Tools

Managing money can be tough, but some banks make it easier with built-in budgeting tools. These tools help track spending, set savings goals, and even categorize expenses automatically. This means no more manual tracking or guesswork. Ally Bank is great for savers. It lets you create "buckets" to o

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Dec 17 2025RELIGION

When Politics Walk into the Pews

Churches have always been about bringing people together. But lately, something has changed. Politics have started to sneak into sermons and services. This shift is causing problems. It's making people feel uncomfortable. Some even leave their churches because of it. The idea that one political vie

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Dec 17 2025CRIME

Guns in Crime: What's the Story Behind the Numbers?

Guns found at crime scenes are telling a story. A recent study looked at nearly 350, 000 guns used in crimes across over 50 U. S. cities from 2020 to 2024. The study dug into where these guns came from and how their origins have changed over time. One big concern is the rise of 3D-printed guns. The

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Dec 17 2025CRIME

New Leadership Takes the Helm Amid DC Police Turmoil

DC is getting a new interim police chief. Jeff Carroll will step into the role after the previous chief, Pamela Smith, left last week. The change comes at a time when the police department is under scrutiny. Two reports have accused Smith of creating a toxic work environment. They say she publicly

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Dec 17 2025EDUCATION

Long Beach City College Makes History with New Bachelor's Degree

Long Beach City College (LBCC) has just been given the green light to offer its first-ever bachelor's degree. This isn't just any degree, though. It's a Bachelor of Science in Library & Information Science, making LBCC the first community college in the entire United States to offer this kind of pro

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

Weather Research in the Crosshairs: A Shift in Science Policy

The Trump administration has set its sights on a major change in the world of weather and climate research. The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Colorado might soon see a big shake-up. Russ Vought, the head of the Office of Management and Budget, shared this news on X. He said the

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Dec 17 2025OPINION

Uncovering the Red Flags: A Closer Look at the Indian River County Shooting

A tragic shooting in Indian River County left two people dead and a community searching for answers. The shooter, David Halberstam, had a history of concerning behavior that raised questions about how he slipped through the cracks. Sheriff Eric Flowers clarified that Halberstam was not on their age

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Dec 17 2025CRIME

Unmasking the Mystery: The Brown University Shooting Investigation

The search for the Brown University shooter is still on, and it's not going well. Police are asking everyone to look at videos and pictures to find clues. They think the shooter was checking out the area before the attack. The police chief said they have lots of footage to go through, but they need

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Dec 17 2025HEALTH

CDC Updates Childhood Vaccine Guidelines, Sparks Debate

The CDC has recently made a significant update to the childhood vaccination schedule. They decided to stop recommending that all newborns get the hepatitis B vaccine right after birth. This change comes after a federal advisory panel suggested it. Why did they make this change? Well, they looked at

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