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NASA’s 2 stuck astronauts face more time in space with return delayed until at least late March

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www.news4jax.com – Marcia Dunn, Associated Press – 2024-12-17 15:56:00

SUMMARY: NASA has extended the mission of astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who will remain in orbit aboard Boeing’s Starliner capsule until spring, nearly ten months after their June 5 launch. Originally slated for an eight-day mission, their return has been delayed due to issues with Starliner, prompting NASA to send it back empty in September. The pair’s homecoming is now pushed to late March or April, contingent on the launch of a replacement crew, which has been postponed for over a month. NASA chose to wait for a new SpaceX capsule rather than using an older model for crew transport.

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As Trump returns to the White House, families prepare for mass deportations

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www.clickorlando.com – Gisela Salomon And Sophia Tareen, Associated Press – 2025-01-19 23:23:00

SUMMARY: As Donald Trump begins his second term, many undocumented immigrants and those with temporary legal status fear deportation. Nora Sandigo, a legal guardian for over 2,000 children, helps families prepare by advising them to carry key documents and know whom to contact. Many, like Erlinda from El Salvador, worry about being separated from their children. Deportation plans appear uncertain, but the threat remains, especially for sanctuary cities like Chicago, which has reinforced policies against local cooperation with immigration authorities. Religious leaders in these areas are speaking out in solidarity with the immigrant community, emphasizing their city’s legacy of inclusion.

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Fire-ravaged Southern California braces for gusty winds and heightened wildfire risk

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www.news4jax.com – Associated Press – 2025-01-19 17:18:00

SUMMARY: Southern Californians are facing gusty winds and an increased wildfire risk, less than two weeks after deadly fires killed 27 people and destroyed thousands of homes. The National Weather Service warns of a “particularly dangerous situation” in Los Angeles and Ventura counties due to low humidity and Santa Ana winds, with gusts potentially reaching 100 mph in certain areas. Windy conditions and very low humidity are expected until Thursday. Firefighters continue to battle the Palisades and Eaton fires, which have devastated over 14,000 structures. California Gov. Gavin Newsom has deployed resources to respond quickly to any new fires.

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Keke Palmer comedy ‘One of Them Days’ and ‘Mufasa’ in close race for No. 1

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www.clickorlando.com – Lindsey Bahr, Associated Press – 2025-01-19 11:16:00

SUMMARY: Keke Palmer’s buddy comedy *One of Them Days* led the North American box office over the Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, earning $11.6 million, narrowly beating Disney’s *Mufasa: The Lion King* at $11.5 million. *One of Them Days*, which cost $14 million to produce, stars Palmer and SZA and is the first Black female-led theatrical comedy since *Girls Trip*. Despite strong reviews, the overall box office was weak, with the weekend total under $80 million, one of the lowest since 1997. Other top films included *Wolf Man* and *Sonic the Hedgehog 3*.

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