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Loretta James

Loretta James is a dedicated journalist with over three years of experience covering education, community affairs, and politics across the United States. With a passion for amplifying underrepresented voices and a keen eye for policy impacts, Loretta brings insightful reporting that bridges local stories with national relevance. Her work highlights the intersection of classroom challenges, civic engagement, and legislative developments, offering readers clear, human-centered narratives.

States of Emergency Declared in NYC and New Jersey as Torrential Rains Flood Northeast

States of Emergency Declared in NYC and New Jersey as Torrential Rains Flood Northeast

NEW YORK, NY — Torrential rains across the Northeast have triggered dangerous flash flooding, prompting officials in both New York City and New Jersey ...

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World’s Longest Lightning Bolt: 515-Mile ‘Megaflash’ Confirmed from Texas to Missouri

World’s Longest Lightning Bolt: 515-Mile ‘Megaflash’ Confirmed from Texas to Missouri

According to the World Meteorological Organization, an incredible 515-mile line of lightning bolts that lit up the skies from eastern Texas through Missouri in ...

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Can Oregon Police Search Your Phone During a Traffic Stop? Know Your Rights

Can Oregon Police Search Your Phone During a Traffic Stop? Know Your Rights

Given the abundance of personal data they hold, smartphones are sometimes viewed as an extension of who we are in the current digital era. ...

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Manhattan Mass Shooting Leaves Office Workers Rattled and Resigned

Manhattan Mass Shooting Leaves Office Workers Rattled and Resigned

MANHATTAN, NY — A mass shooting in Midtown Manhattan on Thursday left dozens of office workers stunned, sheltering in place, and questioning their safety ...

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10 Stereotypes About Idaho You Should Stop Believing

10 Stereotypes About Idaho You Should Stop Believing

Here are ten myths about Idaho that need to be debunked right away in order to provide a more accurate picture of the state: ...

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10 Affordable Idaho Towns Where You Can Live Comfortably on Social Security

10 Affordable Idaho Towns Where You Can Live Comfortably on Social Security

Retirees seeking camaraderie, quiet, and—most importantly—affordable living are finding Idaho to be more and more alluring. A number of tiny communities in Idaho provide ...

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Woman With History of Traffic Violations Crashes Into Car, Killing 1 and Injuring 3

Woman With History of Traffic Violations Crashes Into Car, Killing 1 and Injuring 3

After crashing her Mercedes-Benz into a car carrying four passengers, killing one of them, and then making an unsuccessful attempt to flee because “her ...

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North Dakota’s Top 10 Rock Formations That Make the Tough Trek Worthwhile

North Dakota’s Top 10 Rock Formations That Make the Tough Trek Worthwhile

Some of the Midwest’s most unusual and breathtaking rock formations can be found in North Dakota’s untamed landscapes. Every mile is worth it because ...

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Can Police Search Your Phone in Arizona During a Traffic Stop What the Law Says

Can Police Search Your Phone in Arizona During a Traffic Stop? What the Law Says

You may be wondering if the police can check your phone if you have ever been pulled over by a police officer. Given how ...

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New Jersey Rent Hike Laws for 2025 What Tenants Need to Know

New Jersey Rent Hike Laws for 2025: What Tenants Need to Know

Since there is no statewide ceiling on rent increases for the majority of typical residential units in New Jersey in 2025, local ordinances at ...

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