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Two brothers arrested after sister killed on Christmas Eve in Largo

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Sheriff Gualtieri said the shooting resulted from an argument over Christmas presents. LARGO, Fla. — Two teens are in custody after a shooting resulted in the death of their sister on Christmas Eve, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said.  And it all started as an argument over Christmas presents before the teens pulled out guns, … Read more

‘You feel like family’ | Royal China is Dallas’ Christmas Day Chinese food hotspot — and it’s not just because of the food

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George Kao used to close his Chinese restaurant every Christmas. That was until 2008, when his Jewish customers begged him to reconsider. DALLAS — On Christmas Day in Dallas, there’s just no place like Royal China. “[It’s] tradition every year!” restaurant owner George Kao said. Kao used to close his Chinese restaurant every Christmas, which … Read more

How to recycle or dispose of your Christmas tree free of charge

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Texas Disposal Systems is offering free Christmas tree recycling until January 31. SAN ANTONIO — Christmas has just passed and your tree is probably still up because you’re not sure how to get rid of it.  This year the Texas Disposal Systems is offering free Christmas tree recycling.  TDS is accepting real unflocked Christmas trees, … Read more

Analysis: Christmas was rough on Super Bowl contenders except for the Ravens

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Monday’s results along with the rest of Week 16 left more questions open across the NFL. WASHINGTON — The Chiefs lost again. The Eagles struggled against the lowly Giants. The 49ers were embarrassed at home. Christmas Day was rough on Super Bowl contenders except for the Ravens. Lamar Jackson boosted his MVP chances and Baltimore … Read more