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Is a 90-day blackout coming? What the U.S. military’s new readiness initiative actually means
JACKSON, Tenn. ( WBBJ /Gray News) — Viral doomsday posts on social media are gaining traction, claiming the nation will soon face a 90-day blackout. The rumor that the U.S. released a doomsday plan for a 90-day blackout began circulating after U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ...
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17-year-old accused of killing pregnant mother, unborn baby in Spirit Halloween shooting
(Gray News) - A 17-year-old is accused of killing a pregnant mother and injuring six others inside a Spirit Halloween store in California, prosecutors announced. The Solano County District Attorney’s Office charged the 17-year-old with two counts of murder, three counts of attemp...
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Aging Untold: How to choose a medical power of attorney
( Aging Untold ) — On this episode of Aging Untold , we break down medical power of attorney, helping you choose a trusted healthcare proxy and ensure your wishes are honored. Then, we examine the causes of chronic dry mouth and share simple ways to protect your oral health. And,...
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UISD announces early release for LBJ High School main campus
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Students at the Lyndon B. Johnson High School main campus are being released early today following utility line issues, according to United Independent School District officials. UISD Board Member Gilbert Aguilar Jr. announced that the district received conf...
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Flooding prompts state of emergency in Georgia as crews conduct more than 40 rescues
MCCAYSVILLE, Ga. ( WANF /Gray News) — Flash flooding prompted a state of emergency in McCaysville, Georgia, and flash flood warnings in several other cities in north Georgia on Thursday. Storms dropped heavy rain across a mountainous area that drains into the Toccoa River between...
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Monarch mural unveiling and free concert at Casa Ortiz part of November event
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Downtown Laredo will become an art exhibit Friday, the first Friday of the month, as the Laredo Cultural District hosts Caminarte for the month of November. The art walk includes the unveiling of a monarch mural and a free concert inside a bathroom at Casa O...
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More than one in three Americans think debt for the latest phone is worth it
( InvestigateTV ) — More than one in three Americans think it is worth putting a new phone on a credit card and taking on debt to get the latest model, according to a new WalletHub survey. The same survey found almost nine out of 10 people say new phones are overpriced. Nearly ha...
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Laredo police taking registrations for Blue Santa toy distribution
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Laredo Police Department is accepting registrations for its annual Blue Santa toy distribution. Registration is ongoing for children 10 years old and younger. Parents can sign up in the main lobby of the police department, 4712 Maher Ave., today and tomo...
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Pillar of the Community: Dr. Adriana Blasco Rubio
Sponsored - The following content is created on behalf of PILLAR and does not reflect the opinions of Gray Media or its editorial staff. To learn more about PILLAR, visit https://www.pillarstrong.org/ . This month’s Pillar of the Community Award goes to Dr. Adriana Blasco-Rubio f...
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KGNS Election Coverage: Key takeaways and results from the Nov. 3 midterms
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - In case you missed the Nov. 3 midterm election coverage, shifting political tides saw the state of Texas turn blue in key races. As early voting tallies and unofficial final ballots rolled in throughout the night, KGNS broke down the pivotal matchups, voter ...
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New Orleans blacksmith preserves centuries-old ironwork tradition
NEW ORLEANS ( Aging Untold ) — In New Orleans, the city’s architecture is often framed in iron. Centuries of old balconies, fences and gates have survived fires and hurricanes. At Andrew’s Welding and Blacksmith Shop, Darryl Reeves is one of the few who still carry on the traditi...