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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

lifestyle

Georgia's Hidden Gems for a Cozy Winter Escape

December 21, 2025

Winter in Georgia doesn't have to be dull. There are plenty of places to stay that offer warmth, comfort, and fun activities. From city hotels to mountain cabins, there's something for everyone. In Athens, Hotel Abacus is a great choice. It's in a historic building near the University of Georgia. G

business

Flooring Liquidators Shifts to Fairfield for a Fresh Start

December 21, 2025

Flooring Liquidators, a company that sells and installs flooring, cabinets, and countertops, has moved to Fairfield. This move is part of a plan to fix the company's financial problems. The company is now in a big 104, 000-square-foot building on Watney Way. The CEO, Chris Nichols, chose Fairfield b

weather

North Jersey Braces for Stormy Day with High Winds and Flooding

December 19, 2025

North Jersey faced a challenging morning as a storm swept in, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. The weather disrupted commutes, with trees falling and roads flooding. The National Weather Service warned that the rain would continue for much of the day. By afternoon, the rain was expected to eas

business

New Lifestyle Director Joins Regency at Auburn Station

December 18, 2025

Regency at Auburn Station, a luxury community for adults aged 55 and above in Raleigh, North Carolina, has introduced a new full-time Lifestyle Director. This person is in charge of organizing a full year of social events, clubs, and activities for the residents. The community offers a private club

business

Downtown Atlanta's Big Change: New Project Brings Jobs and Homes

December 18, 2025

A big project is coming to downtown Atlanta. A company has bought 10 acres of land near the Garnett MARTA station. They plan to build a huge mixed-use area called Forge Atlanta. This means there will be places to live, shop, and have fun all in one spot. The first part of the project will have a ho

politics

Denver's Transportation: A Vision Lost?

December 18, 2025

Denver's transportation progress is at a standstill. The city's leaders are not prioritizing safety. This is clear from recent decisions. For example, a planned safety project in West Wash Park was canceled. Wealthy residents complained. The city spent $100, 000 to change the design. This happened w

politics

Ohio's Education Shake-Up: Phonics vs. Old Methods

December 17, 2025

Ohio's higher education system is facing some changes. A recent state audit found that some big-name colleges, like Cleveland State, Ohio State, and Ohio University, are still teaching old-school reading methods. These methods have been proven not to work as well as the new "science of reading" appr

business

Champaign County's Changing Food Scene: What's In and What's Out

December 17, 2025

Champaign County is seeing a lot of changes in its food and drink scene. Some familiar spots have shut down, while new ones are popping up. This shift shows how the area is always changing. New places are opening up all the time. Dutch Bros Coffee, a popular coffee chain, started serving drinks on

education

Classrooms Divided: The Battle Over Teaching the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

December 15, 2025

In California, schools have become the unexpected battleground for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Teachers and administrators in places like the Bay Area and Los Angeles often support the Palestinian perspective, arguing it has been overlooked in schools for years. On the other hand, many Jewish