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Survey: Families Plan Halloween Spending Cuts
Lifestyle
— 1d
Halloween offerings range from immersive family and adults-only events, but many Americans are trimming holiday spending amid economic pressures. Candy remains popular even as a customer poll revives candy corn as a disliked treat, while a recall and changing recipes underscore the need for families to check ingredient labels, especially for allergens.
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Fuencaliente Plans Pilar Day Mass, Ceremony
Good News
— 4d
Churches in Greenfield, McCordsville and DeLand are hosting family-friendly fall festivals and Halloween events, with activities such as candy, games, food and rides. Many events are free, offering communities a welcoming way to celebrate the season together.
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Consumers Sue Starbucks Over Sugar-Free Protein Drinks
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— Oct 5, 2026
Starbucks sued over sugar-free protein drinks with 13–21g sugar—near a Reese's 22g. Counsel: like drinking a candy bar. Firm: claims have no merit.
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Priya Raman
If the drinks have 13 grams of sugar from lactose, calling them sugar-free is just misleading marketing.
Communities mark fall with festivals, trunk-or-treats
Lifestyle
— Oct 6, 2026
Several communities are hosting family-friendly Halloween events, including free Trunk-or-Treat gatherings in Wilmington, Helper and Arlington, with candy, decorated vehicles, games and costume activities. Cape Fear Community College’s event is organized by its Student Veterans Organization to connect student veterans with the community.
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Cyberattack Turns Hundreds Of Grocery Coolers Into Saunas As Military Stores’ Meltdown Remains A Mystery
Dylan Kresak · 3 min · 12h
Parks Across Five States Offer Trails, Recreation
Lifestyle
— Sep 28, 2026
The articles spotlight outdoor recreation across the country, from Maryland’s amenity-filled Walker Mill Regional Park and scenic parks near Branson to hiking trails at Indiana’s Fort Harrison State Park and Ohio’s Christmas Rocks preserve. In Illinois, Rock Springs Conservation Area will host its annual nighttime Treat Trail with candy stops and activities.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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Candidates Speak at Campaign Events Across States
Politics
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Ohio Attorney General candidates Keith Faber and John Kulewicz agreed to a moderated debate at Youngstown State University on Oct. 19, while candidates for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District, Carey Coleman and Emilia Sykes, are scheduled to speak at separate Akron Press Club events. In Georgia, four Republican statewide nominees—including U.S. Senate candidate Mike Collins—addressed supporters at a Statesboro luncheon.
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Candidates outline platforms across four states
Politics
— Sep 30, 2026
Harrison mayoral candidates Jason Watts emphasizes service-oriented city government, while incumbent council member Mitch Magness points to civic experience and infrastructure needs such as water and sewage capacity. Elsewhere, Texas gubernatorial candidate Pat Dixon promotes Libertarian priorities, Flint City Council hopeful Ramie Yelle draws on his Navy and public-health background, and Shreveport mayoral candidate Stormy Gage-Watts highlights neighborhood revitalization, youth opportunities and civic equity.
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Candidate Debates and Forums Planned Across States
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Candidates in several races are meeting voters through public forums and debates ahead of the elections, with events planned in Wisconsin and Massachusetts and debates covering Arkansas congressional races and South Carolina’s Senate contest. South Carolina candidates clashed over national issues, including the economy, Iran and social media’s effects on young people.
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Candidates Vie in 2026 Races Across Four States
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Indiana’s 2026 elections feature a rematch between Democrat Cinde Wirth and Republican Rep. Jefferson Shreve in the 6th District, and a competitive 5th District race in which Democrat JD Ford is challenging Republican Rep. Victoria Spartz on issues including living costs and AI regulation. Five candidates are also competing for secretary of state after incumbent Diego Morales lost his party’s nomination amid scandals, with independent candidates seeking to challenge the two-party system.
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Humans have become a geological force driving mass extinction
One species is reshaping climate, chemistry, and habitat fast enough to match past planetary die-offs.
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Independents Challenge Major Parties in 2026 Races
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Independent candidates in New Hampshire, Oregon and three Great Plains states are challenging major-party contenders, emphasizing voter choice and independence from party control. Oregon candidate Clay Bearnson is calling for campaign-finance reform and broader election access, while the Republican Senate committee disputes the Great Plains candidates’ claims that they would remain unaffiliated in the Senate.
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Unopposed Redding Clerk Race Omitted From Sample Ballot
Politics
— Oct 6, 2026
Redding’s November ballot appears to omit the unopposed city clerk race despite state rules generally requiring unopposed candidates to appear, and officials have not yet clarified the impact. In the City Council contest, nine candidates are seeking three seats, with the Chamber of Commerce endorsing Russ Wenham and Christina Prosperi; candidate interviews highlighted differing qualifications and priorities.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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District candidates outline housing, safety priorities
Politics
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Candidates in state and local races outlined contrasting priorities: Utah and Tennessee legislative contests center on affordability, housing, elections, conservation and gun policy, while Chico City Council candidates debate homelessness enforcement, shelter and services, housing rules, public safety and infrastructure. Their approaches range from stronger enforcement paired with services to managed camps and housing-focused support.
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California Candidates Differ on Housing Growth and Local Control
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— Oct 5, 2026
Aliso Viejo City Council candidates offered approaches to meeting state housing requirements while preserving neighborhood character, including resident input, carefully located development and compatible designs; they also emphasized spending discipline, reserves and responsible economic development. In the Orange County supervisor race, candidates called for expanding affordable and supportive housing and using county resources to move people into permanent homes, with one highlighting additional housing vouchers and another advocating outcome-based funding and consequences for cities that resist development.
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Marcus Bell
Cities need to meet the housing mandates but shouldn't force incompatible projects on existing neighborhoods.
Ohio Senate Candidate Brown Would Oppose Trump Impeachment
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Ohio Senate candidate Sherrod Brown says he would oppose impeaching current President Donald Trump again, despite having voted to convict him twice during Trump’s first term. His stance contrasts with Democratic leaders’ refusal to rule out impeachment if their party wins control of the House in the midterms.
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Little-Known Green Law Becoming Thorn In Side Of Businesses
Jack McGeever · 3 min · 13h
Minnesota Candidates Outline Differing Tax and Health Care Plans
Politics
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Minnesota congressional candidates offered sharply different approaches to federal deficits: Republican Brad Finstad and Tyler Bass emphasized cutting waste and fraud, while Democrats Matt Little and Erik Osberg called for higher taxes on wealthy households or corporations and stronger oversight and fraud prevention. Their health care proposals also diverge, with Bass advocating a return to individually underwritten insurance and Little emphasizing protection of coverage and affordability.
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Rachel Meyers
Little's focus on protecting coverage and affordability makes sense especially if we raise taxes on the wealthy to pay for it.
Toy Story vs Shrek
Yourlist
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The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
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Candidates Outline Priorities in 2026 Races
Politics
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Candidates in Illinois and Kansas Senate races are emphasizing affordability and health care, while offering differing approaches on wages, tariffs, inflation and immigration; Kansas Democrat Adam Hamilton also faulted the Iran war and tariffs for raising costs, while Republican incumbent Roger Marshall did not respond to the questionnaire. In a Montana legislative race, a challenger opposed a proposed flat income tax and backed refining property-tax relief to protect working- and middle-class residents.
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Iran War Pressures GOP Candidates Ahead Midterms
World
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President Trump’s Iran war is becoming a political issue ahead of the midterms, putting pressure on Republican candidates as Trump rejects reports that he is weighing renewed strikes. Critics, including Sen. Chris Murphy, say the conflict is escalating and adding to economic strains, though the economy remains a broader concern for voters.
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Richmond Council Candidates Outline Priorities
Politics
— Oct 5, 2026
Richmond city council candidates offered differing approaches to housing, development and city services, while several emphasized affordability, safety and responsible growth. Their questionnaire responses diverged on issues including the Cowichan Tribes ruling, developer fees, transit and use of city land for affordable housing.
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Arizona Candidate Reports Rape While Repairing Sign
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AZ Dem candidate Bernadette Greene-Placentia says she was knocked unconscious and raped ~2 a.m. Aug. 14, 2026, fixing a campaign sign; she recalls a second man leaving after 'Not even worth it.'
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I don't believe this BS story. She has no idea who assaulted her. Then she comes too and a second person was involved but has no idea ? Yeah right..
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Former Bush Press Secretary Has Warning: 'Look Out'
New Press Secretary Katie Zacharia has been the target of much criticism since standing at the White House podium for the first time Tuesday. But Dana Perino , former White House press secretary under President George W. Bush and current Fox News mainstay, offered some advice for those watching her. Perino said Americans needs to "look out” given the possibility of the opposition party retaking Co
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Candidates discuss local issues at forums
Politics
— 6d
St. Joseph County sheriff candidates Rod Laureys and Scott Ruszkowski discussed gun violence, mental health response, jail ministry and immigration at a community forum in South Bend. Both emphasized community cooperation and engagement as voters weigh who should lead the county’s law enforcement agency.
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Schools Announce 2026 Homecoming Courts
Sports
— Oct 6, 2026
High schools in Ohio, Tennessee and Iowa have announced their 2026 homecoming courts and candidates, with crowning ceremonies and celebrations tied to football games and school festivities. The reports highlight local traditions and student nominees, including king and queen candidates and newly crowned royalty.
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Laredo Chamber Plans Four-Candidate Mayoral Forum
Politics
— Oct 5, 2026
The Laredo Chamber of Commerce is holding a nonpartisan forum with mayoral candidates Victor Trevino, Alyssa Cigarroa, Alfonso Casso and J.D. Gonzalez, focusing on issues affecting residents and businesses, including permitting, economic development and transparency. The event is part of the city’s broader series of public forums for the 2026 elections, which includes other City Council and municipal races.
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Socialism Favorability Hits Record 43% in Poll
Politics
— Oct 7, 2026
The 2026 midterms are shaping both current political debates and the ambitions of potential 2028 presidential candidates, who are campaigning and fundraising to build influence. Meanwhile, polling shows more Americans view socialism positively, even as Democratic socialist candidates remain a small share of the field.
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Colorado House Candidates Vie for 65 Seats
Politics
— Oct 5, 2026
Colorado voters will decide all 65 state House seats this November as Democrats seek to preserve their 43–22 majority, with contests ranging from an effectively uncontested Republican seat to open and competitive races. Candidates’ differing priorities include affordability, housing, energy costs, public safety, education and the state budget.
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Democrat Senator Ed Markey Goes Fishing For DEI Interns
Nicole Silverio · 2 min · 13h
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