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SoFi Stadium Workers Authorize Strike Before World Cup
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SoFi Stadium Workers Authorize Strike Before World Cup

Workers at SoFi Stadium have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike ahead of the venue hosting the first U.S. match in the World Cup. The union representing cashiers, concession workers, and other hospitality staff cited concerns over wages, job security, and immigration enforcement presence.

6/7/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Historian Brings D-Day to Life Through Social Media
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Historian Brings D-Day to Life Through Social Media

At the National World War II Memorial, historian Alex Kershaw has developed an innovative approach to commemorating the events of June 6, 1944, using real-time social media posts that unfold as the historic invasion occurred 82 years ago.

6/6/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
University of Michigan Peony Garden Reaches Peak Bloom
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University of Michigan Peony Garden Reaches Peak Bloom

The W.E. Upjohn Peony Garden at the University of Michigan is currently showcasing its spectacular peak bloom season. Garden curator David Michener and horticulturist Doug Conley shared insights about the renowned collection during a recent discussion.

6/6/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Hidden Oasis Thrives Along Salt River in Phoenix
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Hidden Oasis Thrives Along Salt River in Phoenix

Amid the concrete sprawl of Phoenix, the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area preserves a verdant slice of the Salt River's natural ecosystem. This ecological refuge offers residents a glimpse of the region's native landscape within the urban environment.

6/6/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Maine Senate Candidate Platner Defends Campaign Amid Controversies
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Maine Senate Candidate Platner Defends Campaign Amid Controversies

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner says he will remain in the race to unseat Sen. Susan Collins despite recent reports about his past behavior. With Maine's primary election days away, the frontrunner faces mounting scrutiny but insists the controversies are attempts to distract from policy issues.

6/5/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Trump Name Removed from Kennedy Center
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Trump Name Removed from Kennedy Center

Staff at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts have been instructed to remove President Trump's name from the venue. The directive marks a significant change for the Washington, D.C. cultural institution.

6/5/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Flesh-Eating Fly Found in Texas Calf Raises Alarm
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Flesh-Eating Fly Found in Texas Calf Raises Alarm

A case of New World screwworm, a parasitic flesh-eating fly eradicated from the United States in the 1960s, has been discovered in a calf in Texas, raising significant concerns for the cattle industry and prompting immediate response from agricultural authorities.

6/5/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
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