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Veterans Day 2026: Here’s what’s open and closed

As the nation honors Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, some services and store operations and hours may be affected by the holdiay in your area.

Katherine Langford

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'Stranger Things' prequel series is coming to Netflix in 2028

Things are turning upside down again. Netflix is heading back to the world of "Stranger Things" with a prequel series set decades before viewers first arrived in Hawkins, Indiana.The new series "Other Worlds: A Stranger Things Adventure" will debut in 2028, the streaming company announced on...

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The IRS has announced new tax brackets for 2027: See where you land

The IRS announced new tax brackets for 2027, along with changes to some deductions and exemptions.

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Amtrak to allow passengers to bring firearms on select trains in January

Starting in January, Amtrak will allow firearms and ammunition on select trains through checked baggage service.According to Amtrak, passengers must contact the company at least six hours before travel by calling 800-USA-RAIL. Online reservations will not be accepted.Passengers must travel on the...

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Slide playsets sold at Walmart and Amazon recalled due to entrapment hazard

Nearly 10,000 Arlopu playsets sold online at Walmart and Amazon are recalled for safety risks.

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Millions of Little Giant ladders recalled after reports of injuries

Little Giant Ladder Systems announced a recall of millions of ladders sold across the U.S. because the Rapid Locks can suddenly retract if they are not fully engaged, posing a fall hazard to consumers.According to the company, there have been 25 reports of ladders retracting, including 19 reports...

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Eight people arrested for stealing check donations mailed to churches: MCSO

Eight people have been arrested after authorities say they stole checks mailed by church parishioners and deposited them into their own bank accounts.The Manatee County Sheriffs Office Economic Crimes Unit began a large-scale check fraud investigation in December 2025 after a pastor at Harvest...

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Pokémon fans camp out overnight for special card release at Tampa Best Buy

Pokémon fans lined up early to get their hands on a highly anticipated card release, with some waiting outside a Tampa Best Buy since Thursday night. Roughly 130 people were in line Friday morning outside the Best Buy on Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa.Tampa retail card rushSome collectors arrived...

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Great holiday toys that won't bust your budget

As families head into the holiday shopping season, many parents are looking for ways to stretch their budgets without disappointing kids on Christmas morning.Fortunately, toy experts say families can find plenty of popular toys, games and collectibles without spending a fortune.WATCH as toy experts...

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