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Three Washington gang leaders sentenced for their roles in the national prison gang La Nuestra Familia

Three Washington gang leaders sentenced for their roles in the national prison gang La Nuestra Familia

SPOKANE, WA — Three Washington men were sentenced in federal court for their leadership roles in aiding the criminal activities of La Nuestra Familia (NF), a ...

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People who put their hopes in olive oil instead of taking their dying baby to the hospital are going to jail, but not for long

People who put their hopes in olive oil instead of taking their dying baby to the hospital are going to jail, but not for long

A married couple in Oregon will serve a month in prison for letting their newborn son to die shortly after birth, opting to treat ...

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CBS Philadelphia helps man get $59K he was owed in Social Security back pay

CBS Philadelphia helps man get $59K he was owed in Social Security back pay

Brian Durkson, a man who relies strongly on his religion, believes it has been gravely tested. The Nicetown, Philadelphia, man claimed for Social Security ...

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More than half of Americans would be at risk from potential Social Security cuts, survey finds

More than half of Americans would be at risk from potential Social Security cuts, survey finds

A recent poll has highlighted the terrible financial situation of many Social Security claimants in the United States. According to the data, more than ...

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Is there a $1,390 stimulus payment in September 2025? What to know about the alleged IRS refund

Is there a $1,390 stimulus payment in September 2025? What to know about the alleged IRS refund

Rumors of a potential new stimulus payment have swept social media in recent weeks, increasing anticipation among low- and middle-income taxpayers in the United ...

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This could be the maximum COLA increase for Social Security in 2026 in the best-case scenario, according to SSA

This could be the maximum COLA increase for Social Security in 2026 in the best-case scenario, according to SSA

Although no formal announcement has been made, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has provided a preview of what beneficiaries might expect from the cost-of-living ...

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Which states have approved restrictions on junk food with SNAP? Updated list for September 2025

Which states have approved restrictions on junk food with SNAP? Updated list for September 2025

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal effort available throughout the United States in which the government pays funds through a debit ...

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Can Utah Police Search My Phone During a Traffic Stop Here's What the Law Says_compressed

Can Utah Police Search My Phone During a Traffic Stop? Here’s What the Law Says

The question of whether Utah police can search a smartphone during a traffic stop is one that many drivers worry about. With smartphones containing ...

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Is It Illegal to Flip Off a Cop in North Dakota? Here's What the Law Says

Is It Illegal to Flip Off a Cop in North Dakota? Here’s What the Law Says

Flipping someone off—specifically a police officer—is a gesture many drivers might impulsively make in frustration. But is it illegal to flip off a cop ...

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Is It Illegal to Leave Your Pet Chained Outside in Vermont? Here's What the Law Says

Is It Illegal to Leave Your Pet Chained Outside in Vermont? Here’s What the Law Says

Leaving a pet chained outside is a practice deeply connected to animal welfare concerns. In Vermont, laws regulate how animals may be tethered outside ...

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