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Oct 14 2024CRIME

Cannabis Crime Ring: Early Plea Deals Lead to Jail Time

Last week, a handful of men involved in a massive cannabis theft ring pleaded guilty in Santa Cruz County. The case, dubbed "Operation Sticky Fingers" by the California Attorney General's Office, saw 24 people charged across nine counties. Over nine months, these individuals were accused of breaking

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Oct 14 2024SCIENCE

Space Shuttle Endeavour's New Home Reaches Peak Height

The California Science Center is celebrating a big achievement: the new home for space shuttle Endeavour has hit a new high! On Thursday, three steel beams were raised nearly 200 feet in the air to top off the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center. This puts the center closer to its goal of being finis

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Oct 13 2024POLITICS

Trump Rallies in Coachella: A Call to Save California

Former President Donald Trump made a bold appearance at a massive rally in Coachella, California, on Saturday. The event was held outdoors under scorching temperatures, with many supporters braving the heat. Trump took the stage to criticize California's liberal leaders and pitch his vision for the

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Oct 13 2024POLITICS

Shaky Ground: Iran and Israel's Recent Showdown

Tensions between Iran and Israel are at an all-time high, with no signs of easing up. Recently, Iran launched a ballistic missile attack on Israel, prompted by Israel's actions against Iran-backed groups. Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, stated that Iran would do whatever it takes to protect

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Oct 13 2024POLITICS

Trump's Surprise Stop in Coachella: A Strategic Play

Why would a former president, seeking re-election, visit a state where he's almost guaranteed to lose? That's the question on many minds as Donald Trump heads to Coachella, California. This desert city, known for its music festival, might not seem like an obvious choice for a campaign stop. But ther

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Oct 13 2024ENVIRONMENT

Neighbors Battle Against Industrial Growth in Naples

In the small town of Naples, a once-quiet family business has turned into a big industrial operation, causing a stir among neighbors. About 100 people gathered to discuss concerns about air quality and environmental damage linked to Panhandle Door Inc. (PDI), a cabinet door and drawer manufacturer.

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Oct 13 2024BUSINESS

Post Falls Downtown: A New Mix of Homes and Food on the Horizon

Imagine walking through downtown Post Falls and seeing something new: a big building that combines apartments with a place to grab brunch. This project, led by mother-daughter duo Laura and Kelsey Horn, is set to change the face of the north block in downtown. The site is massive, covering about 50

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Oct 12 2024HEALTH

Bird Flu Spreads: California Farm Workers Affected

Have you ever heard of bird flu? Well, it's making waves again, especially in California. Two more dairy farm workers have been diagnosed with H5N1 bird flu, bringing the total to six in the state and 20 nationwide. Most cases are linked to sick poultry or dairy cows. Luckily, the symptoms have been

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

Women Rallying for Faith and Family in DC

In the weeks leading up to the 2024 presidential election, a group of Christian women are gathering at the National Mall in Washington DC. This event, organized by Jenny Donnelly, a former multilevel marketing professional turned Christian leader, aims to rally mothers concerned about changing gende

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

Why Trump is Making a Stop in California Before Election Day

You might wonder why Donald Trump is visiting California, a heavily Democratic state, just before the election. After all, he lost here big time in 2020. But there are some smart reasons behind this move. For one, California has a massive population, which means lots of potential volunteers and vote

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