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Winter's Warmth: A Chill for Local Businesses

April 5, 2025

The winter season in Wisconsin usually brings a flurry of activity to the state's economy. However, recent warmer winters have left many businesses struggling. This shift in weather patterns has led to a push for a new law to help these businesses stay afloat. Businesses that depend on winter activ

politics

Tesla's Political Storm: How Consumer Backlash is Shaking Up the EV Giant

April 5, 2025

Tesla is in hot water. The electric vehicle company saw its stock drop by over 30 percent in the first three months of 2025. This is a big deal because it wiped out all the gains they made after the last election. Why the sudden change? It turns out, people are not happy with CEO Elon Musk’s involve

health

Measles on the Move: Daycare Centers in the Hot Seat

April 5, 2025

Measles is making a comeback in the United States, and daycare centers are feeling the heat. Six young children at a daycare in Lubbock, Texas, have tested positive for the virus. This is a worrying development, as the outbreak has already spread to at least two other states. The situation is so sev

weather

Texas Weather: Tornado Alerts and Chilly Nights Ahead

April 5, 2025

A tornado was spotted near Canton, Texas, moving northeast around 3:11 p. m. The National Weather Service issued a warning, advising residents to take shelter immediately. This tornado was confirmed to be on the ground near the intersection of FM 17 and FM 1255, according to Captain Pete O’Reilly fr

education

South Carolina Schools Face Uncertainty as Federal Education Shifts

April 4, 2025

A significant change is on the horizon for South Carolina's education system. The President has issued an order to shut down the U. S. Department of Education. This move will transfer all educational authority to state and local governments. This shift has sparked many questions and concerns. People

finance

Spring Market: Will Buyers Bite?

April 3, 2025

The spring housing market is finally kicking into gear, but will buyers be eager to jump in? There are a lot of factors to consider. For starters, mortgage rates and home prices are both quite high. The average 30-year mortgage rate is around 6. 65%, which is a bit lower than it was in January but s

weather

Stormy Weather Alert: Metro Detroit's Evening Forecast

April 3, 2025

Weather watchers are on high alert in Metro Detroit. A significant weather event is on the horizon, with the most intense activity expected between 5 p. m. and midnight. The day has already seen some rain, but the real show is yet to come. The weather team is keeping a close eye on things, providin

politics

Wisconsin's Supreme Court Sees a Shift in Power

April 2, 2025

Wisconsin's political landscape shifted significantly with the Wisconsin Supreme Court election. The Associated Press announced Dane County Judge Susan Crawford as the winner. Her strong performance in key Democratic areas secured her victory. This win maintains the liberal-leaning majority on the

health

Texas's Measles Fight: A Blow to Public Health

April 2, 2025

The battle against measles in Texas just got tougher. Dallas County, one of the state's most crowded areas, has had to cancel over 50 free vaccine clinics. This is due to a significant cut in federal funding. These clinics were set up to offer free measles, mumps, and rubella shots to families. Many

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The Hackman's Legacy: A Fight for Privacy in Death

April 2, 2025

A courtroom in Santa Fe saw a heated debate over the public's right to know versus a family's right to privacy. The discussion centered around the deaths of Gene and Betsy Hackman, who passed away in February. The judge had to decide what information could be made public and what should remain priva