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Bigger, hotter fires are slowly erasing America's great forests
Severe wildfires and a warming climate are preventing Western conifer forests from regenerating, causing a permanent shift toward shrubland that threatens water security and climate stability.
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2mSports on TV & radio: Local listings for Seattle games and events
Access comprehensive local and national sports broadcast schedules for the Seattle area, covering professional teams, collegiate athletics, and various sports events throughout the entire week.
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Police investigate after 5 bodies found in rural area outside Portland, Oregon
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