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Today's forecast
The high, the low, humidity, UV and sunset — before you decide between the porch and the AC.
Three local headlines
The stories from your city that matter, written short and plain, each linked to the outlet that reported it.
Things to do
Concerts, farmers markets, museum shows, festivals and free days out — a different theme every morning.
A daily poll
One local question a day. Cast your vote, then see how your neighbors answered.
Brain games
A brainteaser in every edition, plus daily trivia, a mini crossword and two word games on the site.
On this day
American birthdays and milestones first, then the rest of the world's.
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