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Dec 02 2025WEATHER

New York Braces for Heavy Snowfall: What You Need to Know

New York is gearing up for a significant snowfall as a Nor'easter sweeps through the state. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings, urging residents to be cautious and prepared. The snowfall is expected to be heaviest from Tuesday to Friday, with some areas potentially seeing up to

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Nov 04 2025CRIME

A Spitting Incident in Brooklyn Sparks Hate Crime Arrest

In a recent turn of events, a man was arrested for an anti-Semitic act in Brooklyn. Nicholas Jones, 40, is accused of spitting on a 16-year-old Hasidic boy. This happened near Eastern Parkway and Albany Ave. in Crown Heights around 5:50 p. m. on October 22. The teen was wearing traditional Hasidic c

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Oct 27 2025SPORTS

Weekend Football Wins and Losses

This past Saturday saw some exciting football games. St. Cloud Cathedral beat Redwood Valley 49 to 27. Henry Schloe had a great game, throwing for four touchdowns. Three of those went to Nick Plante, who also threw a touchdown pass of his own. Alexandria had a big win against Sauk Rapids-Rice, scor

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Oct 14 2025POLITICS

Neighbors Stand Up to Federal Agents in Albany Park

In Albany Park, a tense standoff occurred when federal agents tried to arrest a resident. Gabriel Paez and Megan Dougherty witnessed the incident and quickly alerted their neighbors. The agents, dressed in bulletproof vests and face coverings, let the man go when they saw the couple and the growing

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Sep 27 2025CRIME

A Shocking Confession Leads to Arrest in Upstate New York

In a bizarre turn of events, a man from Albany, New York, confessed to killing his parents during a live TV interview. Lorenz Kraus, 53, admitted to suffocating his father and mother and burying them in the backyard of their home. The shocking revelation came after police discovered two bodies on th

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

Long-Term Care: A Costly Surprise for Many Seniors

Many people assume Medicare covers long-term care, but that's not the case. This mix-up could lead to big financial problems for seniors. Long-term care includes help with daily tasks like bathing or dressing. Over 80% of people will need this help at some point. The confusion is clear: 58% of adul

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Jul 05 2025SPORTS

Makayla Timpson: The Backbone Behind the Basketball Star

In the competitive world of professional sports, making the cut is a significant achievement. Makayla Timpson, the 19th overall pick in the draft, secured her spot on the Indiana Fever's roster. She outperformed four other players, including fellow draftees and training camp participants. This victo

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Jun 16 2025POLITICS

New York's Abortion Coverage Rule Faces Fresh Scrutiny

The Supreme Court has stepped in to review a New York state rule that mandates employers to include abortion coverage in their health plans. This isn't the first time the court has weighed in on this issue. The court has asked a lower court to re-examine the case, considering a recent decision that

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Jun 07 2025POLITICS

Senators' Dilemma: Navigating Trump's Agenda Bill

The Senate is facing a tough task. They have to pass a major bill by July 4th. This bill is part of Trump's agenda. But, senators have different ideas about what should be in it. Some want more cuts to spending. Others think the cuts to Medicaid and clean energy tax credits are too harsh. The S

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May 14 2025SPORTS

Softball and Baseball: Tuesday's Big Wins and Wednesday's Matchups

It was a big day for Cathedral High School on May 13th. Both their softball and baseball teams secured conference titles. The softball team improved their record to 17-1 with an 8-3 victory over Pierz. This win was crucial as it sealed the Granite Ridge Conference title for Cathedral. The baseball

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