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When Water Takes Over: Families in Skagit County Face Flooding Challenges

December 12, 2025

In Skagit County, families are dealing with serious flooding along the Skagit River. The river reached a new high, but the flood wall in downtown Mount Vernon held strong. Now, the water is going down, but not fast enough for those who had to leave their homes. People from eastern communities along

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More Rain on the Horizon for Fraser Valley

December 12, 2025

The Fraser Valley is bracing for another round of wet weather. After a massive downpour on Wednesday, Environment Canada has issued a heads-up about more rain in the coming days. The eastern part of the Fraser Valley, including Chilliwack, Abbotsford, and Hope, has already seen a lot of rain. Some

celebrities

From Cairo to Hollywood: Amir El-Masry's Journey in Film

December 12, 2025

Amir El-Masry, an actor with roots in both Egypt and Britain, recently won a big award at the Red Sea Film Festival. This award celebrates his work in both Middle Eastern and Western movies. He stars in a movie called \"Giant\" which was shown at the festival. In this film, he plays a boxer named Na

crime

Dallas Man Faces Prison for Drug Conspiracy

December 12, 2025

A man from Mexico, living in Dallas without legal status, has been given a big punishment. He will spend 72 months, or six years, in a federal prison. This is because he was part of a plan to sell cocaine in the Eastern District of Texas. The man, Tomas Perez-Guerrero, who is 44 years old, admitted

politics

Eastern Congo's Escalating Conflict: A Humanitarian Crisis

December 12, 2025

Eastern Congo is in the midst of a serious crisis. Over 400 innocent people have lost their lives in recent clashes. The M23 group, backed by Rwanda, has intensified its attacks in South Kivu. This is happening despite a recent peace deal between Congo and Rwanda, which didn't include the M23 group.

environment

Ghana Takes a Stand: Protecting Forests from Mining

December 12, 2025

Ghana has made a big decision to stop mining in its forest reserves. This move is all about protecting the environment, especially water sources and forests. The country is known for its gold, but small-scale mining has been causing a lot of problems. It's destroying cocoa farms, damaging forests an

sports

A Century of Memories: Matthews Arena's Final Farewell

December 12, 2025

Matthews Arena, a historic venue in Boston, is set to close its doors after over a century of hosting major events. The arena, which opened in 1910, has been a hub for sports, politics, and music. It has seen the likes of Babe Ruth playing hockey, political rallies featuring future U. S. presidents,

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Winter's First Dance: Snow on the Horizon for Major Cities

December 12, 2025

Winter is showing its first signs in the northeastern United States. Two quick-moving storms, known as clippers, are set to bring snow to a large area. These storms will travel from the northern Plains through the Ohio Valley and then move off the mid-Atlantic coast. While some people might be excit

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Bracing for the Big Chill: How to Survive the Deep Freeze in Tennessee

December 11, 2025

Tennessee is about to get a visit from a polar vortex, bringing some seriously cold air. This isn't just a little cold snap; we're talking temperatures dropping into the teens and 20s overnight. That's the kind of cold that can cause frostbite in minutes, so it's important to bundle up properly. Fi

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Packers Fans Gear Up for Denver Showdown

December 11, 2025

Packers fans are in for a treat this weekend in Denver. The weather is expected to be perfect for a football game, much like what they'd experience back home in Green Bay during fall. The temperature will hover around 62 degrees with plenty of sunshine. Before the big game, fans can enjoy a pep ral