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I was lost in what I wanted to do,” Krystal Zamudio said. “I really didn’t have a pathway for my life. I didn’t see myself going anywhere or making it passed the age ...

Dollar Book Swap isn’t just a bookstore—it’s a treasure hunt where the X always marks an affordable spot. Tucked away in Dayton, this literary warehouse doesn’t announce itself with neon signs or ...

The Thrift Boutique, operated by the Assistance League of Phoenix, isn’t just another secondhand store—it’s a ...

A survey of more than 500 political scientists found that they believe the United States is headed towards authoritarian rule ...

Loved ones mourn the death of popular barber Eddie Santini of Barstow. His memorial service is scheduled on June 25, 2025.