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Southern California Braces for a Wet and Windy Christmas

December 21, 2025

Southern California is in for a stormy Christmas week. A powerful weather system, known as the Pineapple Express, is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds. This could lead to mudslides, fallen trees, and flooding in homes and on freeways. The worst of the storm is expected from Tuesday to T

sports

Oregon Ducks vs. James Madison Dukes: A Clash of Titans at Autzen Stadium

December 21, 2025

The Oregon Ducks are making history by hosting their first-ever College Football Playoff game at Autzen Stadium. Their opponents, the James Madison Dukes, are no pushovers, boasting an impressive 11-1 season and a Sun Belt Conference championship under their belts. Ticket prices for this high-stake

opinion

A Decade of Hope: How a Florida Nonprofit is Changing Lives

December 21, 2025

A nonprofit in Florida just hit a big milestone. Better Together celebrated 10 years of hard work. They've helped almost 100, 000 people and kept over 12, 000 kids out of foster care. That's a huge deal! The group works with local churches and volunteers. They step in before families hit rock botto

environment

Heavy Metals in Water: What's Happening in New Mexico After the Big Fire?

December 20, 2025

In New Mexico, a big fire called the Calf Canyon Hermits Peak fire left a mark. Now, people are worried about their water. Heavy metals have been found in some private wells near the fire area. The New Mexico Environment Department is offering free tests for well water in parts of Mora, San Miguel,

weather

A Windy Friday in DC: What You Need to Know

December 20, 2025

Friday in the DC area was quite the windy day. The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory that lasted until 10 p. m. But it wasn't just any wind advisory. Washington and Frederick counties in Maryland were under a high wind warning. Why? Because wind gusts could reach up to 60 mph. That's s

weather

Sudden Snow Chaos: What Went Down in Pennsylvania?

December 20, 2025

Pennsylvania faced a sudden snow squall on Friday afternoon, causing chaos for over 2 million people. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a warning at 2:45 p. m. ET, which was initially set to expire by 3:15 p. m. However, the warning was extended until 4 p. m. due to the worsening conditions.

politics

Maine's Tax System: Time for a Change?

December 20, 2025

Maine is facing a big problem. Taxes are going up. Counties are asking for more money. But people are saying no to school budgets. This is not just a few small issues. It is a big problem with how Maine pays for things. Counties like Penobscot, Knox, York, and Washington are seeing big cost increas

weather

New Jersey's Windy Friday: What Happened and Why It Matters

December 20, 2025

New Jersey experienced a windy Friday, with gusts reaching up to 56 mph. These winds were part of a strong storm system that swept through the region. The strongest gusts were recorded in Bergen County at Teterboro Airport, while Salem County saw winds up to 52 mph in Lower Alloways Creek. The wind

environment

Guardians of the Watershed: Volunteers Making a Splash in Pennsylvania

December 19, 2025

In Pennsylvania, a group of passionate volunteers is stepping up to protect the state's water resources. These dedicated individuals, known as Master Watershed Stewards, are working tirelessly to support local governments and conservation efforts. They are helping to implement stormwater regulations

health

Rewarding Doctors for Better Health in 2025

December 19, 2025

In 2025, a big change happened in healthcare on the Central Coast. A program called QCIP gave over $16 million to doctors in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. This money was for doing a great job taking care of patients. The program focuses on important health areas like managing diabetes,