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The perfect spot for a farm? Vacant office buildings in downtown Chicago.
Farm Zero is selling vegetables to several companies in the Loop and looking to build more vertical farms in the city.
Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.
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Republican Steve Hilton hasn’t seen evidence of election rigging in California’s race for governor
Steve Hilton's comments put him somewhat at odds with President Donald Trump, a supporter, who alleged that Democrats are rigging the election
Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.
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Therapy dogs help kids fall in love with reading
The OC Animal Allies’ Helping Kids Canine Literacy Program aims to provide children with a safe space to practice reading while interacting with the calm and attentive pups.
Why Toyota RAV4s are suddenly the most coveted used cars in America
Most cars lose value when they leave a dealer’s lot. The RAV4 hybrid gains it.
Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.
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It’s not just the Knicks: Trump’s attendance at big games often spells trouble for the home team
President Donald Trump seems to bring bad luck to home teams when he attends big games.
Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.
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A week after Election Day, Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton address ballot-counting concerns
It was the tale of two gubernatorial candidates in LA County, one to thank voters for their support; the other to pitch voter ID reform.
Kalshi to collect employment info from customers trading in some high-risk markets
The reforms come following multiple incidents of prediction market traders using insider information to profit off events.
Ads in New York must now label AI-generated ‘synthetic performers’
Ads that fail to disclose synthetic performers will now face penalties.
Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.
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Cuba’s top envoy to US calls Trump’s sanctions on Cuban leaders a ‘pretext’ for military action
Cuba’s top diplomat warns that U.S. sanctions are a pretext for military intervention, dismissing claims that the island is a national security threat.
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US urges Europe to step up travel measures to prevent spread of Ebola from Africa
The U.S. urges European nations to tighten travel rules for those from Ebola-hit countries to help prevent the virus from reaching the U.S.