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A Young Star's Life Cut Short: Tragedy Strikes Broadway Family

December 26, 2025

A bright star from the Broadway stage has been lost too soon. Imani Dia Smith, known for her role as young Nala in "The Lion King, " is gone at just 26 years old. She was found with multiple stab wounds in a home in Edison, New Jersey, and passed away at a nearby hospital. The person accused of thi

environment

A Fresh Start for Adirondack's Loon Conservation

December 26, 2025

The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation has a new leader in science and conservation. Lizz Schuyler, a local expert, is taking the reins. She's no stranger to the Adirondacks, having grown up in the Pottersville/Schroon Lake area. Her journey in wildlife science started close to home and took he

weather

Southern California's Wet Weekend: What's Next?

December 26, 2025

Southern California is experiencing a wet spell, but the sun is on its way. Rain is expected to stick around until early Saturday. After that, the forecast looks bright and sunny. The recent storm brought chaos. Roads turned into rivers. Trees fell. Roofs flew off. It was a dramatic scene, especial

business

Hillcrest's Holiday Hustle: Businesses Battle Barriers

December 26, 2025

In the heart of Hillcrest, a city project is causing a stir. Businesses along 5th Avenue are feeling the pinch as construction work disrupts their usual holiday buzz. The issue? A storm drain project that's blocking access and turning away customers. The project kicked off early this month, with fe

crime

A Wild Attempt to Sell Stolen Goods in Mayfield Heights

December 25, 2025

In a bizarre turn of events, law enforcement officers were called to a music store in Mayfield Heights on December 16th. The reason? Three people tried to sell a stolen amplifier. Things got messy fast. One of the suspects didn't go quietly. Officers had to use force to detain him. Meanwhile, in th

crypto

Why Ripple's Success Isn't Boosting XRP's Value

December 24, 2025

Ripple has been making big moves in 2025, but the XRP token isn't getting the attention it might deserve. Despite moving a massive $95 billion in payments, XRP's price hasn't seen a significant jump. This shows that a company's growth doesn't always translate to its token's success. Many people exp

business

Building Homes, Building Futures: D. C. 's Big Housing Boost

December 24, 2025

In 2025, the District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency (DCHFA) wrapped up the year with a bang. They funded two major housing projects. One is in Ward 7 and the other in Ward 8. These projects will bring 199 new affordable homes to the city. The first project is the Benning Road Metro Apartments

crypto

Bitcoin's 2026: Will It Soar or Stumble?

December 23, 2025

Bitcoin's future in 2026 is a hot topic. Some think it will keep climbing, while others believe it might drop. The Federal Reserve's plan to lower interest rates could help Bitcoin reach new heights. Right now, Bitcoin is around $90, 000, which is lower than its peak of $126, 000 last October. Gray

technology

Can AI Help Us Give Better?

December 23, 2025

People in America are generous. In 2024, donations reached new heights, especially when families struggled with delays in food assistance. Yet, overall giving has stayed at 2. 5% of GDP for 50 years. The issue isn't a lack of caring. It's a lack of tools to turn that caring into real change. AI cou

entertainment

Pandora's Box Office Magic: 'Fire and Ash' Lights Up Theaters

December 22, 2025

The newest addition to the Avatar universe, "Fire and Ash, " has made a significant splash at the box office. It raked in $345 million worldwide in its opening weekend, placing it just behind "Zootopia 2" for the year's highest debut. In the U. S. , it brought in $88 million, while internationally,