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Bevo XV Heads to Orlando: A 1,100-mile Journey for the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl

Aiden V. Crossfield December 23, 2025

A 10‑year‑old, 2,100‑pound steer named Bevo XV will cross the United States in late December, covering a little more than 1,100 miles to reach...

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Judge Accused of Helping Mexican Immigrant Escape; Colleague Shocked by Actions

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

In a courtroom in Milwaukee, the trial of Judge Hannah Dugan has moved into its second day, as a fellow judge testified that she was stunned by...

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Liverpool Driver Sentenced to 21 Years After Minivan Plows into Soccer Crowd

Morgan J. Carter December 23, 2025

A driver who injured more than 130 people by crashing his minivan into a crowd of Liverpool fans on May 26 was handed a sentence of more than 21...

Susie Wiles sits across Pam Bondi in a White House meeting with muted lighting and a shadow of J.D. Vance showing tension.

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Chief of Staff Wiles Sparks White House Backlash Over Vanity Fair Interview

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

Susie Wiles, President Donald Trump’s chief of staff, stunned the White House after a candid interview in Vanity Fair that critiqued the president,...

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Texas Expands Medicinal Marijuana Program, Boosting Access for Patients

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

In a move that could reshape the state's approach to medical cannabis, Texas lawmakers approved House Bill 46 during this year’s regular session. The...

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Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino Returns to Chicago, Sparking Protests and Calls for Testimony

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

A sudden return of senior Border Patrol official Greg Bovino to the Chicago area has reignited tensions in a city that has already seen intense...

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Rob and Michele Reiner Found Dead, Son Charged With Murder

Hannah E. Clearwater December 23, 2025

Rob Reiner, the celebrated director of "The Princess Bride" and "When Harry Met Sally…", and his wife Michele were found dead in their Brentwood...

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Crawford Calls It Quits: 38-Year-Old Champion Announces Retirement

Hannah E. Clearwater December 23, 2025

In a moment that stunned the boxing world, 38‑year‑old Terence Crawford announced his retirement on Tuesday, ending a career that had seen him...

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Williamson County Advances Justice Complex to Phase Two Amid Overcrowding Concerns

Morgan J. Carter December 23, 2025

Phase Two Advances On Tuesday, Williamson County Commissioners pushed the new justice complex project into its second phase, marking a...

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Brown University Shooting: New Video, Ongoing Investigation, and Community Response

Morgan J. Carter December 23, 2025

A new video timeline and a slightly clearer image of the suspect in the Brown University shooting have been released, but investigators say they are...