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Oct 29 2025LIFESTYLE

Wheaton, IL: More Than Just a Downtown Scene

Wheaton, IL, is often celebrated for its bustling downtown area, but there's much more to this town than meets the eye. The real magic of Wheaton lies in its ability to blend urban convenience with natural beauty and community spirit. Just a short distance from the heart of the town, residents can e

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Oct 29 2025LIFESTYLE

Pumpkin Power: Beyond the Spice

Pumpkin isn't just for lattes or pie. It's a versatile ingredient that can transform meals. Dan Pelosi, a food enthusiast, shows how to use pumpkin in creative ways. He's not afraid to embrace the pumpkin spice trend, which many dismiss as cliché. In his cookbook, he shares recipes that make hosting

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Oct 29 2025CRIME

Enough is Enough: A Birmingham Eatery's Fight Against Repeated Vandalism

In the heart of Five Points South, a small restaurant is fighting an uphill battle. Slide Café, known for its sliders and wings, has faced a relentless wave of vandalism. The owners, Chef Raquel Ervin and Angel Lenzie, have had their windows smashed five times in less than two years. They've had eno

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

Oswego County's Struggle: When Politics Hits Home

Oswego County is feeling the heat of the government shutdown. It's not just about politics; it's about real people and their daily struggles. The county already has a high poverty rate, and this shutdown is making things worse. It's putting essential services at risk, like food assistance, healthcar

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

Minneapolis Needs a Leader Who Cares

Minneapolis is a city full of heart, but it's also a city with struggles. There are people living on the streets, others fighting addiction and mental health battles, and neighborhoods that have been left behind. It's clear that the city needs a leader who understands these issues and is ready to ta

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Oct 29 2025SCIENCE

Catching Cheaters: How Online Research is Fighting Fake Participants

Online research is a big deal. It helps more people take part in studies. But it also opens the door for cheaters. These folks want to make money by lying. They pretend to be someone else. They give wrong info to join studies. In 2023, researchers found out about this problem. They saw that some pe

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

Foreign Money in NYC Mayor Race Sparks Legal Trouble

In the final stretch of the New York City mayoral race, Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani is facing serious allegations. A group called the Coolidge Reagan Foundation has sent criminal referrals to the Department of Justice and Manhattan District Attorney. They claim Mamdani's campaign took illega

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Oct 29 2025FINANCE

The Fed's Tricky Balancing Act: Inflation, Jobs, and Politics

The Federal Reserve is in a tough spot. It's like trying to walk a tightrope while someone keeps shaking the rope. The Fed needs to decide whether to cut interest rates, but it's not an easy call. On one hand, the job market is cooling off. Unemployment is up, and job growth has slowed down. On the

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Oct 29 2025EDUCATION

Launch Your Farm Dream: Online Course for Future Farmers

Ever thought about starting your own farm or seafood business? There's a course for that! The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a web-based business planning course for new and aspiring producers. It's a great chance to learn the ropes of running a sustainable business in the nat

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Oct 29 2025OPINION

Oregon's Hidden Weapon Against Gun Violence: Why Aren't We Using It More?

Oregon has a powerful tool to fight gun violence, but not everyone is using it. In 2017, the state passed a law that lets police or family members ask a court to temporarily stop someone from accessing guns if they're a danger to themselves or others. This is called an extreme risk protection order,

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