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Jan 24 2026POLITICS

Colorado's Immigration Enforcement Debate Heats Up

Colorado is facing a big decision this November. Voters will get to choose whether police must tell federal immigration authorities about certain people they arrest. This is all thanks to Initiative 95, which made it onto the ballot after gathering nearly 190, 000 signatures. The group behind this

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Jan 24 2026BUSINESS

EU and US Trade Tensions Ease: What's Next?

The European Union has decided to extend a pause on a massive trade retaliation plan against the United States. This plan, worth 93 billion euros, was set to kick in on February 7. The EU and US had previously agreed to hold off on this plan for six months, back in August 2025, when they released a

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Jan 24 2026WEATHER

South Carolina Braces for Weekend Ice Storm

South Carolina is getting ready for a big ice storm this weekend. The Department of Transportation (DOT) is taking action to keep roads safe. They are spreading salt on highways to prevent ice from building up. In some areas, ice could be half an inch thick. Even though driving is risky, treating ro

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Jan 24 2026HEALTH

Measles on the Rise: What You Need to Know

In South Carolina, the measles outbreak is growing. Over 700 cases have been reported, with 54 new infections since Tuesday. The health department has not shared the ages of those affected, but the numbers are rising. Quarantines and isolations are in place. Currently, 485 people are in quarantine,

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Jan 23 2026HEALTH

Measles on the Rise: Separating Fact from Fiction

Measles cases in the US have surged, hitting a 35-year high in 2025. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a staggering increase from 285 cases in 2024 to 2, 144 in 2025. The upward trend continued into 2026, with at least 171 cases reported in just the first two weeks. Exper

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Jan 23 2026WEATHER

North Texas Schools Face Winter Weather Dilemma

North Texas is bracing for a winter storm, and schools are on high alert. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for hazardous conditions, with rain expected to turn into freezing rain and sleet starting Friday. Temperatures could plummet to single digits overnight Sunday, making roads tre

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

McDonald’s Mixes Sweet and Savory to Win Over Diners

McDonald’s is shaking things up with new menu items to attract more customers. Starting January 27, some locations will offer a hot honey sauce for a limited time. This move is part of a bigger plan to bring in more people by adding protein-rich options. The company is introducing several new sandw

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Jan 22 2026HEALTH

Measles Makes a Comeback in Napa County After 15 Years

A child in Napa County has been diagnosed with measles, marking the first case in the area since 2012. The child, who had not received the measles vaccine, got sick after traveling to South Carolina, where a big outbreak is happening. Authorities are not sharing more details about the child. This n

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Jan 22 2026WEATHER

Bracing for the Big Freeze: Metra Adjusts Train Schedules

A deep freeze is coming, and Metra is getting ready. They're cutting back on train services for Friday. The National Weather Service warns of dangerously cold wind chills, possibly dropping below -30 degrees late Thursday night. This extreme cold could mean fewer people commuting and more problems w

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Jan 21 2026HEALTH

Measles Surge: South Carolina's Growing Outbreak and Vaccination Concerns

South Carolina is grappling with a significant measles outbreak, with 88 new cases confirmed recently, pushing the total to 646. The majority of these cases are concentrated in the Upstate region, particularly around Spartanburg County, which shares a border with North Carolina. Currently, 538 indi

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