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Criminalization of Homelessness in Albuquerque Under Mayor Keller’s Leadership

Criminalization of Homelessness in Albuquerque Under Mayor Keller’s Leadership

The analysis conducted by ProPublica reveals that under Mayor Tim Keller, Albuquerque has seen a notable increase in the criminalization of activities associated with homelessness. This shift has led to a significant rise in charges and arrests related to unlawful conduct tied to homelessness. Increased Charges and Arrests In 2025, Albuquerque experienced a sixfold surge...

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Josh Yago’s Patriotic Salute Touches Hearts on Memorial Day

Josh Yago’s Patriotic Salute Touches Hearts on Memorial Day

Before Notre Dame competed in the NCAA Division I men’s lacrosse championship, Josh Yago provided an unforgettable moment. Yago, a graduate transfer from Air Force and a second lieutenant in the U.S. Space Force, stood at attention and saluted during the national anthem. His gesture, prior to the Memorial Day match against Princeton in Charlottesville,...

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Kid Rock Honors Military Sacrifices on Memorial Day

Kid Rock Honors Military Sacrifices on Memorial Day

Kid Rock began Memorial Day with a heartfelt tribute to those who have sacrificed their lives in service to the United States. Expressing his gratitude, he stated, “This Memorial Day we are remembering the sacrifice and service of so many who are not with us today. It’s a special day, and we’re thinking of them.”...

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Tiger Woods Speaks on Memorial Day with a Patriotic Tribute

Tiger Woods Speaks on Memorial Day with a Patriotic Tribute

Recently, Tiger Woods broke his silence with a heartfelt message on Memorial Day. He expressed gratitude to those who sacrificed their lives for their country. Woods also paid a special tribute to his late father, Earl Woods, who served in the U.S. Army Special Forces during the Vietnam War. Woods shared on X, “My father...

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Facility Dogs Bring Comfort to Children’s Hospitals

Facility Dogs Bring Comfort to Children’s Hospitals

Facility dogs are making a significant impact in children’s hospitals by providing comfort and joy to young patients. These full-time working dogs, unlike volunteer therapy dogs, can access sensitive areas and offer consistent support throughout a child’s hospital stay. Experts note an increase in the use of facility dogs across children’s hospitals in the nation....

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Pearl Harbor Survivor Freeman Johnson Reflects on His Experiences

Pearl Harbor Survivor Freeman Johnson Reflects on His Experiences

CENTERVILLE, Mass. (AP) — The day of the Pearl Harbor attack found Freeman Johnson deep below deck, busy repairing one of the USS St. Louis’ boilers. Johnson, who celebrated his 106th birthday in March, was the oldest living survivor of the Japanese attack. He did not witness the surprise assault. While his shipmates fired antiaircraft...

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Andrae Marak Appointed Executive Vice Chancellor at IUN

Andrae Marak Appointed Executive Vice Chancellor at IUN

Andrae Marak Joins Indiana University Northwest Indiana University Northwest (IUN) has appointed Andrae Marak as its new Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, effective June 1. Marak brings extensive leadership and academic experience from numerous institutions nationwide. His most recent role was as Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs at Roosevelt...

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The Young Curator Preserving Military Memories

The Young Curator Preserving Military Memories

On a peaceful goat farm in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom lies a special place dedicated to honoring veterans. This place, named Luke’s Military Museum, is inside an aluminum trailer. At the heart of this project is Luke Morrison, a 15-year-old with a passion for keeping history alive. Luke has collected a significant number of military artifacts...

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Community Resilience and Recovery in Joplin After a Tornado

Community Resilience and Recovery in Joplin After a Tornado

In the aftermath of a devastating tornado, thousands of volunteers from across the United States arrived in Joplin to assist. They inscribed messages of hope on damaged houses. Later, Joplin residents expressed their gratitude with a message addressed to these volunteers. Nanda Nunnelly had recently returned from a trip when, on May 22, 2011, a...

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Unexpected Encounter with a Mountain Lion in Pasadena

Unexpected Encounter with a Mountain Lion in Pasadena

Dealing with unexpected situations can be alarming, especially when they involve finding unusual items. For Bill Dabney of Pasadena, the discovery of animal droppings on his guest house roof led to a surprising wildlife encounter. Dabney noticed something unusual when he looked up and saw what appeared to be four separate stools on the roof....