35 h. ago If S.F. Mayor Lurie wants affordability, he should stop taxing new homes at the same rate as cigarettes

If S.F. Mayor Lurie wants affordability, he should stop taxing new homes at the same rate as cigarettes  sfchronicle.com

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36 h. ago What does TikTok's new ownership mean for users in the U.S.?

Since news about TikTok finalizing a deal to spin-off its U.S. operations became public, users have questioned what U.S. ownership of the app means for them.

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37 h. ago Five MoCo teams in Washington Post’s high school basketball top 20

Five MoCo teams in Washington Post’s high school basketball top 20  bethesdamagazine.com

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37 h. ago Column | Carolyn Hax: A high school bully is back decades later as friend’s new man

Column | Carolyn Hax: A high school bully is back decades later as friend’s new man  The Washington Post

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37 h. ago Trump Changes Course in Minneapolis, and Social Media Giants Face Big Tobacco

Plus, Mamdani’s snowstorm recommendation.

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37 h. ago WV Republican lawmakers continue to try to blur line between church and state in public schools

WV Republican lawmakers continue to try to blur line between church and state in public schools  westvirginiawatch.com

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38 h. ago LIZ PEEK: Here is the one and only thing that Democrats actually care about

Democratic leaders Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul face criticism for policies on homeless encampments and anonymous child abuse reporting in New York.

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38 h. ago Trump to hold de facto midterm kickoff in Iowa focused on the economy, energy prices

President Trump's rally in Iowa on Tuesday brings his message to a state disproportionately affected by his economic policies and whose voters could help determine control of Congress.

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38 h. ago In China, AI is no longer optional for some kids. It's part of the curriculum

While debate rages in the U.S. about the merits and risks of AI in schools, it's become a state-mandated part of the curriculum in China, as the authorities try to create a pool of AI-savvy professionals.

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38 h. ago Despite free testing, some schools have been slow to check for lead in their water

There's federal money for local schools to test their water for lead, which can be dangerous for kids. Many school systems opt not to test their faucets, even if it's free.

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40 h. ago Brothers Charged With Sex Trafficking Wage Campaign to Shame Accusers

The Alexander brothers, once titans of the New York party scene, have retained a high-stakes public relations strategist, Juda Engelmayer, whose clients include Harvey Weinstein.

Events

43 h. ago Record Debt in the World’s Richest Nations Threatens Global Growth

The cost of borrowing is already choking crucial public spending in many developing economies. Now it’s raising broader alarms.

Events

44 h. ago These Mass. school districts are closed or delayed for Jan. 27 as region digs out from major snow storm

Dozens of districts across Massachusetts will be closed or have a delayed start on Tuesday, Jan. 27. The post These Mass. school districts are closed or delayed for Jan. 27 as region digs out from major snow storm appeared first on Boston.com.

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44 h. ago Western School District students collect Valentine’s Day cards from across the nation

Western School District students collect Valentine’s Day cards from across the nation  wgem.com

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45 h. ago Sewage spill sends E coli surging in the Potomac River near DC

Potomac River sewage spill creates E. coli contamination 12,000 times above safe limits near Washington, D.C., affecting local waterways and public health.

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45 h. ago Palisades Charter High School to reopen to students following Palisades Fire

Palisades Charter High School to reopen to students following Palisades Fire  nbclosangeles.com

Society

46 h. ago Social media post about Tennessee mayor's children sparks feud with local Democrats

Tennessee Republican mayor clashes with Democrats over Planned Parenthood training post, creating political firestorm in Hamilton County community.

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46 h. ago Weather blog: NJ Transit rail service resumes, NYC deaths under investigation

Weather blog: NJ Transit rail service resumes, NYC deaths under investigation  nbcnewyork.com

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46 h. ago Live updates: NJ Transit rail service resumes, NYC deaths under investigation

Live updates: NJ Transit rail service resumes, NYC deaths under investigation  nbcnewyork.com

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46 h. ago S.F. supervisor says mayor’s housing office ‘lost’ $5M for affordable housing

S.F. supervisor says mayor’s housing office ‘lost’ $5M for affordable housing  missionlocal.org

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