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DC's Law Enforcement Surge: A Mixed Bag of Safety and Uncertainty

December 26, 2025

In August, President Trump made a bold move. He sent hundreds of National Guard troops to Washington, DC. His goal? To tackle crime and make the city safer. But not everyone agreed with his approach. The city's mayor, Muriel Bowser, had a tough job. She had to balance federal help with local contro

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Local High School Hoops: Close Calls and Big Wins

December 23, 2025

In the world of high school sports, every point counts, and every second matters. This was clear in the recent games across the Bay City area. The Cass City Red Hawks and Kingston teams went head-to-head in a nail-biting game that came down to the final seconds. The game, known as the Battle for Def

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Josh Hutcherson's Hidden Gem: A Dark Tale of Love and Danger

December 23, 2025

Josh Hutcherson, known for his roles in "The Hunger Games" and "Bridge to Terabithia, " took on a different kind of challenge in 2014. He starred in and produced "Escobar: Paradise Lost, " a crime thriller where he plays Nick Brady, a young man who finds himself entangled with the infamous drug lord

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Ariana Grande's Funny and Heartfelt SNL Return

December 21, 2025

The last Saturday Night Live of 2025 started with a bang. Donald Trump, played by James Austin Johnson, gave a warning about "arctic immigrants" sneaking in through chimneys. He also talked about some made-up achievements, like renaming the Kennedy Center and invading "Venezuelar" alone. Johnson's p

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MLB's Slow and Steady Free Agency: What's Happening and Why

December 18, 2025

Free agency in Major League Baseball is moving at a different pace this year. Last year, teams spent around $2. 1 billion on free agents by this time, but this year, that number is only $1. 4 billion. However, this doesn't mean the market is slow. In fact, it's moving quickly in some areas and more

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Hot Prospects Still Up for Grabs in MLB Free Agency

December 18, 2025

The 2025-26 MLB offseason is in full swing, but many big-name players are still waiting for their dream deals. Stars like Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, and Bo Bichette are among those still on the market. The slow start to free agency has left fans wondering when these top talents will find new homes. ...

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Forsberg's Big Night Leads Predators to Victory

December 16, 2025

The Nashville Predators had a strong showing against the St. Louis Blues, with Filip Forsberg shining brightest. Forsberg scored three goals, his first hat trick of the season and the 11th of his NHL career. He has been on a roll lately, with eight points in his last five games. Coach Andrew Brunett

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Michigan Gets a Dance-Filled 2026 with Dancing with the Stars: Live!

December 16, 2025

In 2026, Michigan will see some serious dance action. The "Dancing with the Stars: Live! " tour is coming to Detroit and Grand Rapids. This tour is part of a bigger plan after season 34 of the show wraps up. The tour will hit over 70 places across the U. S. and Canada. It starts and ends in Akron,

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Marlon Brando's Surprise Comedy Hit: A Look Back at The Freshman

December 14, 2025

In 1990, a comedy film titled "The Freshman" hit the screens, starring the legendary Marlon Brando. Before its release, Brando had some harsh words for the movie, calling it a "stinker" and predicting its failure. This didn't exactly set the stage for a successful launch. The film was a comedy where

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Celebrity Weddings of 2025: Love and Surprises

December 13, 2025

In 2025, many stars chose to celebrate their love with intimate and unique weddings. Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco surprised everyone by keeping their wedding a secret until after the big day. They tied the knot in California in September, with famous friends like Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran in atte