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Apr 20 2026EDUCATION

How Virginia schools are turning snow days into learning days

Virginia schools have quietly transformed how they handle winter weather in recent years. Instead of canceling classes entirely, many now use remote learning to keep students on track. This shift didn’t happen overnight—it took time, trial, and lessons from the pandemic. Before, schools often had to

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Apr 20 2026CRIME

Anthony Griffin's tragic end: Rap, religion, and a life on the edge

Anthony Griffin, better known in New York's battle rap scene as Fox 5, wasn't always the troubled figure who ended up swinging a machete through Grand Central Terminal. Born in the Bronx, Griffin grew up in the shadow of a changing city and a music scene that loved and discarded artists quickly. By

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Apr 20 2026POLITICS

What Did Trump's Mom Really Think About His Political Career?

For years, a fake quote supposedly from Donald Trump’s mother has spread online. It claims she called him an "idiot with zero common sense" and hoped he’d never enter politics. The words were packaged as a newspaper clipping with a real photo of Trump and his mom—but no actual newspaper or magazine

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Apr 20 2026POLITICS

Building Bridges: How Colleges Are Teaching Students to Talk Across Divides

Across the country, schools are trying something new—not to change politics, but to change how people talk about it. At Rutgers, a project called the "democracy wall" doesn’t push students to pick sides. Instead, it asks them to wish for the nation’s future, and many do the same thing: want unity ov

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Apr 20 2026ENVIRONMENT

Why wind and dry air make North Carolina a fire risk today

North Carolina’s Piedmont and Sandhills regions are facing a different kind of storm today—not rain, but strong, dry winds. A cold front slid through during the morning, and instead of bringing showers, it left behind air so dry that humidity levels could drop below 25%. Add northwest gusts as high

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Apr 20 2026WEATHER

Dry Skies and High Winds Raise Fire Risk in Central Virginia

Central Virginia will face tough fire conditions on Monday, April 20th as parched ground meets strong winds. Dry air and gusty breezes could turn even small sparks into big problems. The state’s forests already show signs of stress with plant moisture levels dropping to just 10-12 percent—about half

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Apr 20 2026WEATHER

Spring Weather Switch: Rain, Wind, and Allergies Hit Staten Island

Staten Island is about to face a spring mood swing this week. After a taste of warm 80-degree days last week, the upcoming forecast is bringing it back to typical spring unpredictability. Rain showers are expected to roll in starting Sunday, kicking off a stretch of days that feel more like April th

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Apr 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Why wealthy characters in shows feel fake

Plenty of TV shows paint rich people as party animals who splash around pools with fancy drinks. One recent series tried that in its second season. A well-known writer noticed something off about it. The author pointed out a scene where wealthy characters jump into a pool at a party. He called it u

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Apr 20 2026POLITICS

Ohio’s Senate race gets messy as bribery scandal looms over Republican hopeful

Ohio Republicans are betting big on Jon Husted to keep a key Senate seat, but a years-long corruption mess threatens to sink their campaign. At the heart of the mess? A $1 billion bailout for two nuclear plants that somehow turned into a bribery scheme worth $60 million. The scandal has dragged on f

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Apr 20 2026HEALTH

The Power of Parties for Kids' Health

Every spring, Virginia Beach turns into a stage for something bigger than just a good time. A night of music, food, and celebration brings people together to raise money for kids born with cleft lips and palates. The event is more than a party—it’s a fundraiser for a group that fixes these birth def

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