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Jan 25 2026WEATHER

AI Joins the Fight Against a Massive Winter Storm

A colossal winter storm is sweeping across the U. S. , stretching over 2, 000 miles and bringing snow, sleet, and ice. To tackle this, weather forecasters are now using advanced AI tools to monitor and predict the storm's journey. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently

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Jan 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Hearing the Show: New Tech Makes Theater Accessible for All

In theaters across the Chicago area, a new technology is making waves. Auracast, a type of Bluetooth, is being installed to help people with hearing aids enjoy performances more clearly. Unlike old systems, Auracast sends sound directly to hearing aids or earbuds without needing to pair devices. Thi

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Jan 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Hotels: Making Tech Work for You, Not the Other Way Around

Hotels have been trying to keep up with the latest tech trends for years. They've added tablets, voice assistants, and QR codes everywhere. But often, these features don't work as well as they should. For business travelers and tech-savvy tourists, technology should be like a good assistant—quiet, h

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Jan 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Retro Tech: Why Some 80s Gadgets Deserve a Second Chance

The 1980s were a time of bold fashion, iconic movies, and groundbreaking technology. While some tech from that era seems laughably outdated today, like the massive Motorola Dynatac 8000X cellphone, other gadgets still hold a special place in people's hearts. These devices aren't just nostalgic relic

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Lawmakers Propose Changes to Crypto Rules

In Washington, a group of Democratic senators have put forward new ideas to change how crypto markets are run. They want to make sure that government officials don't make money from the crypto world while they're in office. This is part of a bigger plan to make the rules for digital money clearer an

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Jan 25 2026CRYPTO

SEC Drops Case Against Gemini After Investors Get Money Back

The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has decided to drop its case against Gemini, a crypto exchange run by the Winklevoss twins. This comes after investors in Gemini's lending program got all their money back. The SEC had started this case last year. They accused Gemini and another co

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Jan 25 2026WEATHER

Tulsa's New Shelter Faces Its First Big Test

Tulsa's newest shelter had its first real test during a recent winter storm. This wasn't just any storm. It was a big one, and it hit hard. The shelter, built to help people in need, had to prove itself. And it did. The shelter opened just in time. It was ready when the storm rolled in. People who

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Federal Funds Flowing to Illinois Projects

Money from the federal government is coming to Illinois to help out with some important projects. One of these is a new admin building for the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. This is big news for the community, as it will provide a central place for government work. The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nati

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Jan 25 2026HEALTH

New Mexico's Medicaid Leadership Shake-Up: What's Next?

New Mexico's Medicaid and Behavioral Health Services divisions have seen another change at the top. Alanna Dancis, the state's chief medical officer, is now stepping in as interim director after Dana Flannery's sudden resignation. This is the second leadership shift in less than two years, raising q

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Syria's Shaky Truce: What's Next for Kurds and Government Forces?

Tensions are high in northern Syria as government troops and Kurdish forces face off, waiting for a deadline that could either bring peace or more fighting. The deadline, set for Saturday evening, was supposed to decide if the two sides would stop fighting or keep going. But there's talk that the de

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