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Why Families Are Choosing Cyber Schools Over Traditional Ones

January 17, 2026

Families in Pennsylvania are turning to cyber schools like Commonwealth Charter Academy (CCA) because traditional school districts aren't meeting their needs. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the shortcomings of both in-person and online programs offered by these districts. Instead of blaming cyber

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The Truth Behind the Dustin Griffin Shooting: What's Really Going On?

January 17, 2026

The Virginia State Police are still looking into the shooting of Dustin Griffin that happened on December 17. This is interesting because the Augusta County Sheriff, Donald Smith, has already said the case is closed. He even released some videos from body cameras and dashcams. In a statement, Sheri

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Snowy Saturday: When Will It End?

January 17, 2026

A chilly Saturday unfolded across Massachusetts, with snowflakes dancing in the air for many. The snowfall began overnight, and while some areas saw a break by morning, others were still under a blanket of white. By midday, Central and Western Massachusetts were still getting snow. Some spots in Fr

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The Eaton Fire: Who's Really to Blame?

January 17, 2026

The Eaton Fire, which tore through Southern California in January 2025, left a trail of destruction. It took 19 lives and destroyed over 9, 400 homes and buildings. Southern California Edison (SCE), a major utility company, has admitted that one of its high-voltage transmission lines might have spar

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Money Talks: New York's Governor Race Heats Up

January 17, 2026

Bruce Blakeman, the Nassau County Executive, is in for a tough fight against Governor Kathy Hochul. Hochul has a massive financial advantage, with a staggering $32 million in her campaign war chest. This money comes from powerful unions, wealthy corporations, and millionaire donors. Blakeman, on th

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Local Leaders Postpone Press Event Amid ICE Rumors

January 16, 2026

In Maine, a planned press event was called off at the last minute. The reason? Concerns about security and the potential for unrest. Cumberland County District Attorney Jacqueline Sartoris had arranged a news conference with Portland Mayor Mark Dion. They wanted to address rumors about an upcoming U

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Sunny Days Ahead: San Diego's Winter Weather

January 16, 2026

San Diego County is in for more sunny days, with the current dry spell expected to continue until mid-week. The National Weather Service attributes this to Santa Ana winds and a lack of moisture from the North Pacific. Dry spells in winter are not uncommon here, and they usually don't cause concern

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The Unseen Pages of History: A Look at Past Events

January 16, 2026

History often hides in plain sight. Old newspapers are like time capsules. They show us what life was like in the past. On January 16, several big events happened over the years. These events shaped the region in different ways. In 1918, the world was at war. The Dixon Evening Telegraph talked abou

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Local Leaders Challenge State Over Crime Victim Visas

January 16, 2026

In a surprising move, two top law enforcement officials in Douglas County have taken legal action against Colorado's governor and other state leaders. Their issue? A 2021 state law designed to make it easier for non-citizen crime victims to apply for U visas. These visas are special permits that all

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Chilly Nights in Palm Beach County: Shelter Opens for Those in Need

January 16, 2026

Palm Beach County is taking action to help people stay warm as temperatures plummet. A cold front is on its way, bringing overnight lows in the 40s near Lake Okeechobee. This has prompted the county to open a cold-weather shelter in Belle Glade. The National Weather Service has issued a cold weathe