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Oct 07 2024SPORTS

Wisconsin's Top Runner Chez Mellusi Leaves to Prioritize Health

Wisconsin Badgers' leading running back, Chez Mellusi, has decided to step away from the team to concentrate on his health. The team announced this on Friday, expressing their support for Mellusi's decision to focus on recovery. Mellusi, a sixth-year senior, has faced various injuries, including tea

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Heartfelt Basketball Story Takes Netflix by Storm

Netflix is famous for its blockbuster action films and true crime documentaries, but it also produces films that tug at the heartstrings. One such example is "Rez Ball," a sports drama directed by Sydney Freeland and co-written with Sterlin Harjo. The movie is set in Chuska, New Mexico, and follows

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Who Should Be Worried: Walz or Vance?

Tonight's vice-presidential debate has everyone on edge. But is it Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee, who should be nervous? Or maybe it’s Ohio Senator J.D. Vance, the Republican nominee, who needs to watch his step. Vance isn't popular with voters and has a history of controversia

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Chicago Schools Get a Reprieve Until 2027

In a big decision, the Chicago Board of Education voted to stop school closures until January 2027. This vote comes after a tough month where the district was accused of planning secret school closures. The fate of CEO Pedro Martinez's job was also questioned. On Thursday, the board focused on the p

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

Voter Choices: Massachusetts' Key Ballot Issues in November

Massachusetts voters will decide on several significant issues this November. Here’s a look at the key ballot questions: Question 3: Should rideshare drivers be able to unionize? This law would apply to drivers using platforms like Uber or Lyft for passenger transportation, not food delivery servic

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Little Voices, Big Lessons: Kids in Preschool Vote!

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a little voter? In preschools around the world, kids as young as 3 are learning about democracy. At the ACCA Child Development Center, for example, these tiny tykes cast their votes on fun things like their favorite PAW Patrol character or what they want t

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Oct 06 2024HEALTH

Marijuana's Medical Benefits vs. Lawmakers’ Stance: A Clash in Perspectives

Imagine a world where a natural plant like marijuana is widely accepted for its health benefits. But hold on, because some lawmakers are hitting the brakes. The House Speaker has given his nod to bills that aim to limit public access to this controversial yet helpful substance. Did you know that 85%

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Oct 06 2024CRIME

The Menendez Brothers: Truth or Performance?

Have you heard the latest buzz about the Menendez brothers? The new season of Ryan Murphy’s Monsters series is shaking things up. The show explores the trial of Erik and Lyle Menendez, who were accused of murdering their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez. One standout scene shows Dominick Dunne, a Va

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

Central Park's Great Lawn: A Tale of Two Messes

Last year, New York City’s Global Citizen Festival left a hefty bill for Central Park – $620,000 worth of damage to the iconic Great Lawn. While some might shrug off this incident as collateral damage in the name of charity, it raises important questions about the city's priorities and values. City

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Oct 06 2024CELEBRITIES

Death Anxiety: Actor’s Religious Journey

Gaten Matarazzo, known for his role in "Stranger Things," once had a lot of anxiety about death. He believes this was linked to his religious upbringing. The 22-year-old actor, who comes from an Italian Catholic family but attended a Methodist church as a child, says he isn’t very spiritual at the m

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