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Washington's Coal Plant Conundrum: A Clash of State and Federal Powers

December 18, 2025

Washington state officials are fuming over a federal order that forces a coal plant to stay open. The Department of Energy, led by President Trump, has told TransAlta to keep running its Centralia coal plant. This goes against a state law that says coal power must stop by the end of the year. The o

sports

Will Tkachuk Suit Up for the Winter Classic?

December 18, 2025

Matthew Tkachuk's participation in the upcoming Winter Classic is still up in the air. The Florida Panthers' star forward is recovering from a lower-body injury and has yet to join his teammates on the ice. General manager Bill Zito remains uncertain about Tkachuk's availability for the outdoor game

health

Wildfires in LA: Hidden Health Risks Beyond the Flames

December 18, 2025

Wildfires in LA County left more than just ashes and destruction. They also left a trail of health issues that surprised researchers. A recent study found that after the January wildfires, emergency room visits for heart attacks spiked. This was unexpected, as heart attacks are not typically linked

politics

A Change at the Top: Bongino's Exit from the FBI

December 18, 2025

Dan Bongino, the FBI's deputy director, has decided to leave his post in January. He shared this news on X, thanking President Trump, Attorney General Bondi, and FBI Director Patel for the chance to serve. Bongino, a former podcaster and law enforcement officer, had been in the role since February. ...

politics

Troops Stay in D. C. as Court Delays Decision

December 18, 2025

A recent ruling from an appeals court has allowed National Guard troops to remain in Washington, D. C. , at least for now. This decision came after a lower court had ordered their removal by December 11th. The appeals court, which includes judges appointed by both Trump and Obama, said the Trump adm

politics

Denver's Transportation: A Vision Lost?

December 18, 2025

Denver's transportation progress is at a standstill. The city's leaders are not prioritizing safety. This is clear from recent decisions. For example, a planned safety project in West Wash Park was canceled. Wealthy residents complained. The city spent $100, 000 to change the design. This happened w

politics

Federal Judge Halts Mass Layoffs, Citing Recent Law

December 18, 2025

A recent court decision has put a stop to planned layoffs at several U. S. government agencies. Judge Susan Illston ruled that the Trump administration's plans to cut jobs at the State Department, Education Department, Defense Department, General Services Administration, and Small Business Administr

crime

A Man's Hateful Actions Land Him in Federal Trouble

December 18, 2025

In a recent turn of events, a man from Columbia, South Carolina, has been hit with serious federal charges. Jonathan Andrew Felkel, 34, is accused of violating his neighbor's housing rights and brandishing a firearm during a violent act. The incident, which took place on July 17, involved Felkel dri

politics

Congress Shake-Up: Who's Leaving and Why?

December 17, 2025

A significant number of lawmakers are saying goodbye to Congress after the 2026 midterms. As of mid-December 2025, 54 representatives and senators have decided not to return. This includes both retirements and those seeking different political roles. Some big names are stepping down, like Californi

business

Stocks on the Move: A Midday Market Roundup

December 17, 2025

The stock market was buzzing with activity at midday, with several companies seeing significant shifts in their share prices. Texas Pacific Land caught the eye of investors, with its shares climbing 8% after teaming up with Bolt Data & Energy. This collaboration aims to build large-scale data center