Officials said the decision was made after “careful financial review, professional consultation, and much prayer.”
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With the busy spring break travel season looming, travel and aviation industry leaders urged Congress to end the stalemate over DHS funding before workers at TSA and ports miss a full paycheck.
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Craig spoke with Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon race directors Brookelyn Swanberg and Randi Kuhn about preparing for this year’s race on April 11. The pair reflect on their experiences leading one of Springfield’s signature running events and share why the 2026 race will be their final year as directors. They also discuss how the anniversary of Route 66 will be incorporated into this year’s course and festivities. Plus, they break down registration details, what runners can expect on race day, and what’s included for participants.
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Lindo is nominated for best supporting actor for his role in Sinners. At the BAFTA awards on Sunday, Lindo was presenting when a man with Tourette syndrome in the audience yelled out a racial slur.
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It's a big week for women in country music — and, it turns out, for women whose songs are favored by women in figure skating.
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Since receiving presidential pardons, dozens of former Capitol rioters have gotten into more legal trouble. In Florida, Andrew Paul Johnson was sentenced to life in prison for child sex abuse.
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The case accuses the Trump administration of ignoring legislation designed to stop the spread of Chinese propaganda — and instead helping to broker a partial sale to businessmen close to Trump.
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The Spanish government reiterated it would not let U.S. forces use two joint military bases in Spain as the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran escalates, widening a rift with the Trump administration.
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A new mini-album finds the world's biggest girl group in a tight spot: competing with its own legacy.
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So you loved best picture nominee Sinners. What should you watch next? We asked our audience to share their recommendations. They suggested Near Dark, The Wailing and other vampire horror films.
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The U.S. and Israel say they conducted new strikes inside Iran overnight, targeting ballistic missile launchers. Iran claims it struck a U.S. oil tanker in the northern Persian Gulf.
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The federal government said the state should do more to fight fraud and is holding back funds. Minnesota officials say the attack is unfair as the state's fraud rate is well below national averages.
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When the Supreme Court struck down many of President Trump's tariffs, it left importers wondering how long they'd have to wait to get their money back. Hedge funds are offering to help out.
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Brenda S. Bottoms, then 22 years old, was last seen on the night of June 28, 1987.
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