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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Minnesota's Somali Community: A Story of Resilience and Challenge

Minnesota is home to the largest Somali community in the U. S. This group has faced harsh words from President Trump. He recently called them "garbage" and said they should leave the country. He also claimed they have "destroyed" the U. S. and do nothing but complain. Trump's comments came after he

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Dec 04 2025OPINION

Keeping Staten Island Safe: The Power of Open Police Radios

Trust is a big deal when it comes to keeping communities safe. It's not about liking or disliking the police. It's about making sure everyone is on the same page. That's why there's a push for Governor Kathy Hochul to sign the “Keep Police Radios Public Act” into law. This bill, backed by Senate Maj

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

Feds Crack Down: Fear and Resistance in New Orleans and Minnesota

In New Orleans, a wave of fear is sweeping through communities as federal immigration enforcement ramps up. Mayor-Elect Helena Moreno has spoken out about the anxiety gripping the city, particularly among those who feel targeted. She has accused Customs and Border Protection of racial profiling, not

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Dec 03 2025EDUCATION

A Lowell Teacher's Green Lesson

A science teacher at Lowell High School is making waves. She's not just teaching students about nature; she's getting them to roll up their sleeves and help protect it. Right now, her students are caring for baby turtles from local forests. Once they're big enough, the students will set them free. T

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Dec 03 2025WEATHER

Chilly Days Ahead: Massachusetts Braces for a Cold Snap

Massachusetts is in for a rollercoaster of weather this week, with a mix of snow, cold, and wind on the horizon. The snow that fell on Tuesday will be gone by Wednesday morning, but that's not the end of the wintry weather. The state will see sunshine and calm winds on Wednesday, but it won't be wa

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Dec 03 2025EDUCATION

Unpacking Nuclear Weapons: A Conversation with Laura Reed

Laura Reed, a well-known expert in global security and U. S. foreign policy, is set to discuss the future of nuclear weapons in a world full of challenges. This event is organized by the World Affairs Council of Western Massachusetts and will take place on December 16th from noon to 1 p. m. at 1350

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Dec 03 2025CRIME

A Quick Thinking App Leads to Arrests in a Series of Crimes

A man and a woman were caught after a spree of crimes across several towns. Police say they struck in Duxbury, Plymouth, and Kingston all in one day. Fernando Torres, 37, from Providence, RI, and Victoria Lambert, 29, from Warwick, RI, were picked up by Pembroke and Massachusetts State Police. They

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Dec 03 2025RELIGION

Ohio's New Law: Teaching Religion's Role in History

Ohio has recently passed a law that allows teachers to discuss the positive effects of religion on American history. This law doesn't force teachers to teach only the good parts, but it does encourage them to talk about religion's impact without fear of breaking any rules. The law was originally ab

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Dec 02 2025BUSINESS

A New Bus Line: Hope and Challenges for South Minneapolis

A new bus route is about to start in south Minneapolis. The E-Line will take over from the old Route 6. It will run from Southdale to the University of Minnesota. Metro Transit hopes 3, 000 people will use it every day. Business owners in the area have mixed feelings. Victoria Ford owns a bookstore

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Dec 02 2025BUSINESS

The Future of Cattle Farming: Why Young Farmers Are Needed

The cattle industry is facing a big problem: not enough young people are joining the business. In South Dakota, the average age of a cattle producer is 63. This is a concern because older farmers will retire soon, and there won't be enough new farmers to take their place. Adam Bode, CEO of DemKota

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