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Blue Wave Rolls Through Pennsylvania and New Jersey Elections

November 5, 2025

In the recent elections, Democrats made significant gains in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. This victory happened in the first general election since Donald Trump became president again. The wins were notable in major cities and suburban areas. In New Jersey, Democrat Mikie Sherrill won the governor'

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Atlantic City's Push for Safer Communities and Cannabis Control

November 2, 2025

Atlantic City is taking steps to improve public safety and regulate cannabis sales. The city council introduced a new rule to limit the number of cannabis shops. This move aims to strike a balance between economic growth and community well-being. Meanwhile, the city honored the memory of those lost

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Local Heroes: How Cities and Towns Are Fixing What's Broken

November 1, 2025

When big politics in Washington fail, it's easy to feel hopeless. But guess what? The real action isn't happening in the nation's capital. It's happening right in our neighborhoods, cities, and towns. While Congress struggles to agree on basic stuff, local leaders are rolling up their sleeves and ge

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Local Police and Immigration: A Community Divided

October 29, 2025

In a small village, tensions rose as a group of about 100 people gathered to voice their concerns. They stood outside the Palatine Police Department, their messages clear: they were unhappy with a recent incident involving local law enforcement and federal immigration agents. The situation began on

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Local Figure Facing Legal Trouble Over Campaign Rules

October 28, 2025

A person in the public eye is in hot water for not following the rules about money in politics. This isn't just about breaking a rule; it's about understanding why these rules exist in the first place. Daniel Carlino is the name of the person involved. He's known for his work in the community, but

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Grand Avenue's Big Change: A Mixed-Use Building on the Way

October 25, 2025

A developer is seeking a substantial loan from the city of St. Paul to construct a new six-story building at the busy intersection of Grand Avenue and Victoria Street. This project aims to replace the current Victoria Crossing East Mall and the former Billy’s on Grand restaurant. The developer, Ari

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Clarkston's EMS: A Tough Choice for Taxpayers

October 25, 2025

Clarkston, a small town with a population of around 7, 300, has long prided itself on its independent emergency medical services (EMS). For over a decade, residents have paid extra taxes to keep this service local, believing it ensures faster response times and better care. However, this commitment

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Portland's Protests: A City Stands Firm

October 13, 2025

Portland has been the stage for a series of protests, with the latest being a unique World Naked Bike Ride. This event, held on Sunday, saw hundreds of people taking to the streets on their bikes, some in the nude, to protest against what they see as the militarization of their city. The protests i

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King County's Plan to Fight Retail Crime

August 24, 2025

King County is looking at ways to tackle retail crime. Councilmember Claudia Balducci wants to use new sales tax money for this. She suggests hiring more detectives and a prosecutor to focus on shoplifting. This is because big stores like Kroger are closing some locations due to safety issues. The

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South Carolina Counties Step Up Against Hate Crimes

July 11, 2025

South Carolina is one of only two states in the U. S. without a hate crime law. This is a big problem. But some counties are not waiting for the state to act. They are taking action themselves. Richland County made history last month. It became the first county in South Carolina to pass a hate crime