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Apr 12 2026OPINION

New Jersey’s Homelessness Budget: A Small Step in a Huge Gap

The state has put $25 million on the budget for people without homes, and another $11 million for a veterans program. These amounts show that officials see the problem, but they fall far short of what data says is needed. In 2024, the state’s system could house about 38, 000 people and was runnin

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Apr 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

Drone Growth Shakes Up Oklahoma’s Space Scene

Oklahoma is stepping into the future of flight, with companies pushing drones beyond hobbyist use. The state’s aerospace sector is expanding fast, driven by new tech that lets drones fly farther and carry heavier loads. This shift is turning Oklahoma into a hub for high‑tech aviation, attracting t

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Apr 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Thrill Parks Born: Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens Hit the Ground Running

Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens both opened their gates in May 1975, marking a new era for amusement parks in the United States. The two parks were built on different ideas: Kings Dominion aimed to become a large, multi‑theme park in Virginia, while Busch Gardens focused on blending rides with b

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

California Mental‑Health Program Faces Big Change

The state’s mental‑health diversion plan, created in 2018 to keep people with serious illnesses out of jail, is under fire from prosecutors who say it lets dangerous offenders slip through the cracks. A high‑profile case that fuels this debate involved a man who was allowed to live in an LA shelt

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Apr 12 2026BUSINESS

New Team Gear Shop Coming to Christiana Mall

A sports fan favorite will soon land in Delaware. Later this spring, Rally House—a store packed with jerseys, mugs, and team-themed home goods—will open its first Delaware location inside the Christiana Fashion Center. The spot will replace the old Lands' End store in the same shopping plaza, sittin

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Florida wants more red snapper fishing days but not everyone agrees

Florida recently asked for a special permit to let more people fish for red snapper off its Atlantic coast this year. Instead of just two days like last time, anglers could fish for 39 days if the plan gets approved. The state says it can run this program well and that more days would help local fis

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Apr 12 2026CRYPTO

What’s really standing in the way of U. S. cryptocurrency rules?

Lawmakers in the U. S. are trying to create clear guidelines for cryptocurrencies, but progress is slow. Experts estimate there’s only about a one-in-three chance the new rules will pass in 2025. Some even predict the odds are closer to one in four. The main issue isn’t just about passing the rules—

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Apr 12 2026LIFESTYLE

Stay Sharp Before Heading to Colombia: Safety Tips for Travelers

Colombia isn’t off-limits for travelers, but it does come with warnings that shouldn’t be ignored. The U. S. government is flagging specific zones where dangers like crime and civil conflicts are more likely, not the whole country. Kidnapping and armed clashes make certain areas too risky for visito

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Virginia's Future: Tax Policies Spark Debate Over Business Flight

The debate over Virginia’s economic direction heated up recently as political figures traded jabs over state taxes. A key voice in the conversation came from a former president, who used a social media platform to argue that rising taxes under the current governor could push businesses and wealthy r

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Iran-US Talks: The Sticking Points Beyond Headlines

Pakistan is playing host to yet another round of talks between Iran and the US, but this time the spotlight is on details most overlook. The real drama isn’t in the meeting rooms—it’s in the gaps between what each side says they want and what they’re willing to give up. Iran enters these talks with

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