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A Mother's Secret Trip and a Heartbreaking Discovery

December 23, 2025

A young girl's life was cut short, and her mother is now in custody. Melodee Buzzard, just 9 years old, was found dead in Utah. Authorities think she died in October, but no one knew she was gone until later. Ashlee Buzzard, Melodee's mom, took her on a road trip. They left their home in Lompoc, Ca

politics

A Senator's Brave Announcement: Facing Life's Final Chapter

December 23, 2025

Ben Sasse, a well-known former Republican senator from Nebraska, recently shared some tough news. He revealed that he has stage-four pancreatic cancer, which doctors say is terminal. Sasse, now 53 years old, made this announcement on a social media platform, calling it a "death sentence. " Sasse se

weather

Unusual Warmth: A Mild Start to the New Year?

December 23, 2025

The country is in for a surprisingly warm Christmas week, with this mild trend likely to stick around as we step into the New Year. This unexpected warmth could even break some records, especially in the Southern Plains. Places like Wichita and points south might see temperatures soaring high enough

entertainment

The Powerball Prize Keeps Growing - Here's What You Need to Know

December 22, 2025

The Powerball lottery is getting more exciting as the prize money keeps going up. After the latest draw on Saturday night, no one won the big prize. So, the jackpot is now worth a huge $1. 6 billion for the next draw on Monday night. This is the fourth-largest prize in Powerball history and the fift

business

Lexington's Heartbeat: Tyson Plant Closure Leaves a Town in Limbo

December 22, 2025

In the heart of Nebraska, a small town is grappling with a sudden and devastating change. The Tyson Foods beef plant, a cornerstone of Lexington's economy, is shutting down, leaving 3, 200 workers without jobs. This isn't just about losing a job; it's about losing a way of life. The plant's closure

weather

Will Your Christmas Be Snowy? Check the Odds!

December 22, 2025

In the U. S. , the odds of a snowy Christmas depend a lot on where you live. The northern states, especially those near Canada, have the best shot at a white Christmas. Places like Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North Dakota are more likely to see snow on the ground on December 25th. Even parts of the No

technology

ChatGPT Takes Over Campuses: A Smart Move or a Risky Bet?

December 22, 2025

OpenAI has made a big splash in the education world. They've sold over 700, 000 ChatGPT licenses to about 35 public universities. That's a lot of students and teachers getting access to AI help. Microsoft's Copilot, on the other hand, isn't as popular among students, even though it's often bundled w

sports

Teitum Tuioti: The Rising Star with Deep Roots

December 21, 2025

Teitum Tuioti is making waves as a standout player for Oregon's defense, ranking among the top in the nation. His journey to success is deeply rooted in family and culture. Born in Laie, Hawaii, Teitum is an American with strong Samoan heritage. His parents, Tony and Keala, both have Polynesian bac

weather

Holiday Travel: Weather Woes Across the Nation

December 20, 2025

Holiday travel this Friday might be a bit of a hassle due to wild weather across the country. The Northeast is bracing for strong winds and heavy rain, while the West is dealing with fire risks and storms. In the Northeast, a massive storm is moving east, bringing strong winds and rain. Areas from

weather

Des Moines' Christmas Snow: A Rare Treat

December 19, 2025

In Des Moines, a white Christmas is not a sure thing. Only about half the time, there's at least an inch of snow on the ground on Christmas Day. This has been the case since records began in 1939. Recently, it's been even less common, with just three official white Christmases since 2015. But what