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Jan 05 2026WEATHER

Pittsburgh's Weather: From Freezing to Melting

Pittsburgh is finally saying goodbye to its deep freeze. After a long stretch of cold weather, temperatures are on the rise. By the end of this week, things could get quite warm, with highs reaching up to 60 degrees. This sudden change is expected to melt the snow that has been piling up. The warm-

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Jan 03 2026WEATHER

Petaluma River Faces Water Surge During Extraordinary Tides

In a recent event, the Petaluma River experienced a significant water surge due to exceptionally high tides, known as king tides. These tides, which occur when the sun, moon, and Earth align in a specific way, caused water levels to rise dramatically. On Friday, the water level at the Turning Basin

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

California's Big Talk: What's on the Table for the Governor's Speech?

Lawmakers in California have their eyes on what Governor Newsom might highlight in his upcoming State of the State address. They're hoping he'll tackle some big issues, like how taxpayer money is being used and how to make the state safer and more resilient. One senator, Tony Strickland, wants the

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Jan 01 2026SPORTS

Philip Rivers: From NFL Star to High School Coach

Philip Rivers has decided to hang up his cleats for good. After a brief comeback with the Indianapolis Colts this season, he's made it clear that his playing days are over. Instead, he's looking forward to a new role: coaching his sons' high school football team in 2026. Rivers has two sons who wil

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Dec 30 2025EDUCATION

Keeping Teens Safe on the Road: A New Year's Event You Shouldn't Miss

In Virginia, a special event is happening to help keep teen drivers safe. The Gweedo Memorial Foundation and LifeSafer ISA are teaming up to show off new technology that could save lives. This event is all about teaching young drivers how to be safer on the road. The event is happening on New Year'

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Dec 26 2025WEATHER

California's Christmas Storm: A Costly Weather Event

California faced a harsh Christmas surprise this year. A strong winter storm, known as the Pineapple Express, brought heavy rain, power cuts, and even deaths. This storm is part of a weather pattern called atmospheric rivers. They carry moisture from tropical areas to the west coast. While they brin

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Dec 25 2025WEATHER

California's Holiday Storm: A Weather Warning for All

California is facing a serious weather situation this Christmas. A powerful storm, known as an atmospheric river, is bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the state. This has led to many warnings and alerts from weather experts. The storm is expected to last until at least Sunday morning. It's ca

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Dec 25 2025WEATHER

Heavy Rain and Floods Hit Los Angeles

Los Angeles faced a serious weather situation on Wednesday. Heavy rain poured down, causing floods in many places. The rain was so strong that it was like a river in the sky, bringing lots of water from the Pacific Ocean. This was not just a normal rainstorm. It was a big weather event called an atm

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Dec 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Dams Change Tiny River Plants: A Closer Look

Dams are changing rivers in big ways. They are breaking up rivers and messing with tiny plant-like creatures called phytoplankton. But how exactly do lots of dams, especially in rocky rivers, affect these tiny plants? That's what scientists wanted to find out. They looked at a river in China with l

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Dec 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

River Projects Get a Boost from Local Grants

Money is flowing into the Quad-Cities area to support projects along the river. Several groups have been given grants to work on these initiatives. The funds will help improve the river's environment and make it a better place for people to enjoy. The grants come from different sources, including p

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