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Apr 01 2026WEATHER

Rain Is Back: Easter Weather Gets a Surprise

Good morning to everyone in Columbia and the surrounding area! The big high‑pressure system over the Atlantic is still keeping a warm, moist air flow coming from the south. This means temperatures are feeling like spring and there is a chance of showers or even a small storm this afternoon, especial

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Apr 01 2026BUSINESS

Utility Price Hikes and Union Talks: What Customers Need to Know

Peco, the company that powers and gases most homes in southeastern Pennsylvania, is asking state regulators for a price increase that would kick in next year. The money is meant to upgrade the electric grid and keep power flowing during storms, but many customers worry that the hikes will add to the

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Apr 01 2026WEATHER

Storm Warning Hits Berkshire County – Stay Safe

The National Weather Service issued a new severe thunderstorm warning at 8:45 p. m. for Berkshire County, lasting until 9 p. m. The warning says wind gusts could reach 60 miles per hour and that roofs, siding, trees and other structures might be damaged. The storm is moving east at about 45 miles pe

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Apr 01 2026SCIENCE

Celebrating Three Decades of Innovation

ICMPE has reached a milestone, marking thirty years of progress in the field of computer engineering. The organization reflects on its growth from a modest beginning to becoming a key player in technology research and education. The celebration highlights several achievements: the development of

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Apr 01 2026POLITICS

Congress in a Break? The Media Storm and the Longest Shutdown

The latest news shows that a major media outlet, famous for celebrity gossip, is now chasing pictures of lawmakers during the longest partial government shutdown in history. Videos and photos of senators traveling to airports, Las Vegas and even Disney World have attracted millions of views. The ima

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Apr 01 2026SCIENCE

Nuclear Medicine Turns Sixty: A Look Back and Ahead

The British Nuclear Medicine Society, or BNMS, turns 60 this year. It started in 1966 when four doctors met at a London pub and saw how radioactive imaging could change medicine. Since then the group has grown into a large network of doctors, scientists, and technicians who keep UK standards high.

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Apr 01 2026CRIME

Celebrity Events Fueled by City Money

A city official who led a major community program was charged with using public funds to host high‑profile gatherings and promote her own projects. The chief of the Human Rights Commission received an annual salary of $350, 000 while overseeing a $120 million initiative designed to help Black reside

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Apr 01 2026SPORTS

Panthers Hire Tech‑Savvy Leader for Business Ops

The Florida Panthers have tapped Michael White to run the business side of the team. White will manage all four venues: Amerant Bank Arena, Baptist Health IcePlex, Panthers IceDen, and War Memorial Auditorium. He joined the club after a long stint at Amazon’s self‑driving car unit, Zoox, where

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Apr 01 2026BUSINESS

Lamb Weston’s Global Struggles Push Stock Down

Lamb Weston Holdings saw its shares dip after the company released its latest quarterly earnings. The drop came as investors reacted to a mixed financial picture that highlighted challenges overseas. While the company’s sales in foreign markets grew by 7 percent, that gain was wiped out by a matchi

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Apr 01 2026POLITICS

Supreme Court Faces Trump’s Plan to Strip Birthright Citizenship

The U. S. Supreme Court will hear arguments this Wednesday about President Donald Trump’s attempt to change the rule that gives citizenship to children born in America. Trump wants U. S. agencies to refuse citizenship for babies whose parents are not American citizens or legal permanent residents

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