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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Trump's Crime Claims Under Fire: Families Speak Out

In Washington, D. C. , families who have lost loved ones to violence are pushing back against President Trump's claims about crime rates. Since the National Guard was deployed in August, Trump has repeatedly stated that murders have stopped in the city. However, records show that 28 people have been

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Government Shrinks Workforce but Spending Keeps Rising

In 2025, the federal government saw a big drop in employees. The number went down by about 9%, from 3. 015 million to 2. 744 million. This was a big deal because it was the largest reduction in peacetime history. At the same time, government spending didn't slow down. In fact, it went up by nearly

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

States Stand Up: How Local Governments Fought Back in 2025

In 2025, state governments became the unsung heroes in a power struggle with the federal government. As the Trump administration pushed boundaries, states from both political parties stepped in to slow down what many saw as a power grab. This wasn't just about politics; it was about upholding the ba

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

Trump's Second Term: A Year of Big Changes

Donald Trump is back in the White House and making big moves. In just one year, he's changed many policies and laws. Some people like what he's doing, while others are worried. Let's look at what he's done so far. First, Trump promised to stop illegal immigration. He's made it harder for people to

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Dec 27 2025CRIME

The Missing Money Mystery: How a Moving Company's Trust Was Abused

A former employee of a Metro Detroit moving company is in hot water for allegedly stealing a huge amount of money. Deborah Beaudoin, who used to work as a financial controller, is accused of taking over $215, 000 from her employer, Rose Moving and Storage. The trouble started when Van Buren Townshi

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Dec 27 2025BUSINESS

Big Boost for Local Growth

A local development company just got a huge financial boost from the federal government. They received $80 million in tax credits. This money is meant to help them grow and improve the area. The company, known for its work in real estate and development, will use this money to start new projects. T

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Dec 27 2025OPINION

Detroit's Changing Skyline: A Bold Move for Public Spaces

Detroit is no stranger to big changes. The city's skyline is about to see a major shift. Two towers of the Renaissance Center (RenCen) might soon be history. This idea comes from General Motors and Bedrock, Dan Gilbert's real estate company. Why would anyone want to tear down these towers? It's all

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

What's Changing with Marijuana Laws?

The recent decision to change how marijuana is classified in the U. S. is a big deal, but it's not as straightforward as it seems. This change, known as rescheduling, moves marijuana from a highly restricted category to a less restrictive one. However, it doesn't automatically solve all the problems

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Dec 25 2025CRIME

A Shooting Suspect Faces Federal Charges: What Happened?

A man accused of killing a National Guard member and injuring another in Washington, D. C. , is now facing federal charges. This shift means the death penalty could be on the table. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is an Afghan national. He was initially charged in local court but has now been mov

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Dec 25 2025CRIME

A Metro Detroit Moving Company Hit by Fraud

A former financial controller, Deborah Beaudoin, is in hot water for allegedly stealing over $215, 000 from Rose Moving and Storage. The fraud came to light in September 2023, when the Van Buren Township Police Department started looking into it. Homeland Security joined the investigation and found

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