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Trump's Economy: Is It Really A-Plus-Perfect?

December 10, 2025

Donald Trump is out there, telling everyone how amazing the economy is under his leadership. He's giving it an "A-plus-plus-plus-plus-plus. " But do people really believe him? Not really. A big chunk of voters, 63% to be exact, don't think the economy is as great as he says. So, he's been rallying i

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Huntsville, Alabama: A Big Win for Jobs and Medicine

December 10, 2025

Huntsville, Alabama, is about to get a major boost. Eli Lilly, a big name in the pharmaceutical world, is putting $6 billion into a new facility there. This isn't just any old factory; it's a high-tech hub for making advanced medicines. The focus will be on small molecule synthetic and peptide medic

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Student Loan Repayment Plan SAVE Faces the Ax

December 10, 2025

The Education Department has struck a deal to scrap the SAVE student loan repayment plan. This plan, known for its flexibility and low monthly payments, is now on its way out. The decision comes after a legal battle with Republican state attorneys general, who argued that SAVE was too lenient. The

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San Diego Pays Big for a Life Lost

December 10, 2025

San Diego's city leaders have decided to pay $30 million to the family of Konoa Wilson, a 16-year-old who was shot and killed by a police officer. This is a huge amount of money, even more than what Minneapolis paid to George Floyd's family after his death in 2020. On January 28, Konoa was running

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Power Struggle: Can the President Fire Federal Officials?

December 10, 2025

The Supreme Court was in the middle of a heated discussion about whether the president can fire officials from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This isn't just about the FTC, though. If the court says yes, it could give the president more power over other independent agencies too. Justice Sonia

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Miami's Mayor Race: A Battle for Political Control

December 10, 2025

Miami is at a crossroads tonight as voters decide who will lead the city. The mayoral race is heating up, with Democrats hoping to break a long-standing Republican stronghold. For decades, Miami has been under Republican mayors, but things might change now. Eileen Higgins, a former county commissio

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Florida's Bold Move Against Muslim Rights Group Sparks Debate

December 10, 2025

In a surprising decision, Florida's governor, Ron DeSantis, has labeled the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a terrorist group. This action follows a similar move by Texas' governor, Greg Abbott, targeting the same organization. CAIR, known for advocating Muslim rights, is fighting ba

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Freeman's Health Concerns Cloud Dodgers' Championship Hopes

December 10, 2025

The Los Angeles Dodgers made waves at the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings by signing star closer Edwin Diaz. This move strengthens their bullpen, addressing a key weakness. The team is now seen as a top contender for the World Series, aiming for a third straight title. However, there's a clou

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Miami's Mayoral Race: A Shift in Political Winds?

December 9, 2025

Miami is buzzing with political energy as a mayoral election approaches. It's been a while since a Democrat held the mayor's office there. We're talking about nearly three decades! This time around, the Democrats are feeling pretty good about their chances. The election is technically nonpartisan,

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Drag Race's Season 18: Stars, Queens, and Big Prizes

December 9, 2025

Get ready for a fabulous time because RuPaul's Drag Race is back with a bang! Season 18 is set to premiere on Friday, January 2, at 8 p. m. ET, and it's going to be packed with drama, glam, and some serious star power. First up, let's talk about the judges. You already know RuPaul will be there, bu