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Watch highlights, reaction from Rochester volleyball supersectional win sj-r.com/videos/sports/high-…
Watch highlights, reaction from Rochester volleyball supersectional win

Watch highlights, reaction from Rochester volleyball supersectional win

Rochester senior hitter Liv Kratochvil tallied 20 kills and 12 digs to lead the Rockets to their first volleyball state berth since 2006 on Monday.

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Photos: See top images from Rochester volleyball supersectional win sj-r.com/picture-gallery/spo…
See top images from Rochester volleyball supersectional win

See top images from Rochester volleyball supersectional win

Here are 16 photos from the historic Rochester volleyball supersectional win over Quincy Notre Dame on Monday.

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Buc-ee's has one more travel center opening in 2026, with more on the way next year. See where the chain is expanding. sj-r.com/story/money/retail/…
Buc-ee's is opening one more location in 2026. See where

Buc-ee's is opening one more location in 2026. See where

Buc-ee's has one more travel center opening in 2026, with more on the way next year. See where the chain is expanding.

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Powerball is up to $30 million for Monday night's drawing. Check the winning numbers to see if anyone hit the jackpot. sj-r.com/story/money/lottery…
Powerball jackpot rises to $30M for Monday, Nov. 9

Powerball jackpot rises to $30M for Monday, Nov. 9

Powerball is up to $30 million for Monday night's drawing. Check the winning numbers to see if anyone hit the jackpot.

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The new Venmo feature can be used for dinner with friends, traveling and group grocery runs, PayPal says. sj-r.com/story/money/persona…
This new Venmo feature lets you split bills among friends easier

This new Venmo feature lets you split bills among friends easier

The new Venmo feature can be used for dinner with friends, traveling and group grocery runs, PayPal says.

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Health officials with the U.S. Department of Agriculture have issued a "do-not-eat" warning for frozen meats sold online nationwide. sj-r.com/story/money/consume…
USDA warns: Don't eat these frozen meat products

USDA warns: Don't eat these frozen meat products

Health officials with the U.S. Department of Agriculture have issued a "do-not-eat" warning for frozen meats sold online nationwide.

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Brandon "Bug" Hall is standing by his decision to ask for financial assistance to support his growing family amid backlash. sj-r.com/story/entertainment…
'Little Rascals' star defends $28K GoFundMe: 'I'm going to keep impregnating my wife'

'Little Rascals' star defends $28K GoFundMe: 'I'm going to keep impregnating my wife'

Brandon "Bug" Hall is standing by his decision to ask for financial assistance to support his growing family amid backlash.

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Wednesday, Nov. 11 marks Veterans Day. Here's what to know about whether banks and post offices will be open or closed. sj-r.com/story/money/2026/11…
Are banks, post offices open on Veterans Day? Here's what to know

Are banks, post offices open on Veterans Day? Here's what to know

Wednesday, Nov. 11 marks Veterans Day. Here's what to know about whether banks and post offices will be open or closed.

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Biles posted her outfit details, which include her usual blinged out customizations, to her Instagram Stories. sj-r.com/story/sports/nfl/co…
Simone Biles adds sporty twist to smart casual look at Colts game

Simone Biles adds sporty twist to smart casual look at Colts game

Biles posted her outfit details, which include her usual blinged out customizations, to her Instagram Stories.

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A corgi had the Bank of America Stadium on their toes after it decided take a little run around the field. sj-r.com/story/pets-animals/…
'Pass him the ball': Social media reacts as corgi goes rogue at game

'Pass him the ball': Social media reacts as corgi goes rogue at game

A corgi had the Bank of America Stadium on their toes after it decided take a little run around the field.

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The recall is due to an issue that affects the front passenger seat function. sj-r.com/story/cars/recalls/…
Ford recalls over 36K vehicles. See the affected model

Ford recalls over 36K vehicles. See the affected model

The recall is due to an issue that affects the front passenger seat function.

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Tatted guests, whether permanent or temporary, who visit Chipotle restaurants on Friday the 13th can take advantage of this BOGO deal. sj-r.com/story/money/food/20…
Have tattoos? You can get a BOGO entree at Chipotle on Friday the 13th

Have tattoos? You can get a BOGO entree at Chipotle on Friday the 13th

Tatted guests, whether permanent or temporary, who visit Chipotle restaurants on Friday the 13th can take advantage of this BOGO deal.

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Tickets for Grand Theft Auto VI: The Festival are available via a lottery, open to eager fans on Nov. 10. sj-r.com/story/tech/gaming/2…
Cardi B, Travis Scott to headline GTA 6 festival. See lineup

Cardi B, Travis Scott to headline GTA 6 festival. See lineup

Tickets for Grand Theft Auto VI: The Festival are available via a lottery, open to eager fans on Nov. 10.

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Starbucks' Bearista Glass Cold Cup Surprise Boxes are available starting Nov. 10. Here's how to get one. sj-r.com/story/money/food/20…
Starbucks unveils 4 unbearably cute Bearista surprise cup characters

Starbucks unveils 4 unbearably cute Bearista surprise cup characters

Starbucks' Bearista Glass Cold Cup Surprise Boxes are available starting Nov. 10. Here's how to get one.

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Some Social Security recipients will get November payments early because of Veterans Day. Here’s the payment schedule. sj-r.com/story/money/2026/11…
Social Security payments are coming early. Find out when and why

Social Security payments are coming early. Find out when and why

Some Social Security recipients will get November payments early because of Veterans Day. Here’s the payment schedule.

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Today, Nov. 9, marks National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day, a day celebrating an iconic meal. See deals from Popeyes, KFC, Jollibee and other chains. sj-r.com/story/money/food/20…
It's National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day! See deals from Popeyes, more

It's National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day! See deals from Popeyes, more

Today, Nov. 9, marks National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day, a day celebrating an iconic meal. See deals from Popeyes, KFC, Jollibee and other chains.

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Veterans and active-duty military can score free meals and more this Veterans Day. See which restaurants are offering deals on Nov. 11. sj-r.com/story/money/food/20…
Veterans Day is Wednesday. Here’s where veterans eat free

Veterans Day is Wednesday. Here’s where veterans eat free

Veterans and active-duty military can score free meals and more this Veterans Day. See which restaurants are offering deals on Nov. 11.

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Customers who have preordered Grand Theft Auto VI will be able to start preloading the game onto consoles on Tuesday, Nov. 10. sj-r.com/story/tech/gaming/2…
It's getting closer. GTA 6 to start preloading onto consoles Tuesday

It's getting closer. GTA 6 to start preloading onto consoles Tuesday

Customers who have preordered Grand Theft Auto VI will be able to start preloading the game onto consoles on Tuesday, Nov. 10.

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Hundreds of yellow ribbons, an Illinois National Guard general and a flag ceremony are part of UIS' Veterans Day events. sj-r.com/story/news/local/20…
UIS set to honor veterans with ceremony, open house

UIS set to honor veterans with ceremony, open house

Veterans Day events at UIS include hundreds of yellow ribbons, a keynote address, flag ceremony and veteran center open house.

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Gov. JB Pritzker is pushing Congress to force corporations to return billions in tariff refunds to residents. sj-r.com/story/news/politics…
Pritzker calls on Congress to bring tariff relief to consumers

Pritzker calls on Congress to bring tariff relief to consumers

Gov. JB Pritzker is pushing Congress to force corporations to return billions in tariff refunds to residents.

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