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November 2nd - SEATTLE: Another body found!

The fourth eviscerated corpse of a young woman was discovered by locals today near the border of Bellvue and Redmond. While violence is nothing new in this neighborhood, the horrific nature of these murders have the locals spooked.  Still no word from Lone Star regarding the often discussed enforcement patrols into Redmond. 

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October 31st-SEATTLE: Third Body Found!

The third eviscerated corpse of a young woman was discovered by locals today near the border of Bellvue and Redmond. While violence is nothing new in this neighborhood, the horrific nature of these murders have the locals spooked.  They’re demanding action be taken and, in an official press release, Lone Start is discussing , for the first time, the possibility of regular enforcement patrols into Redmond.

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June 23rd-UCAS: Firefight at the docks!

Holy shit! What’s going down at the docks in Tacoma right now? It sounds like a fragging war just kicked off. There’s automatic weapon fire, explosions and I think a dragon is roaring! I can see flames from 15 blocks away! Something’s flying around and something’s shooting the hell out of it!

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May 19th-UCAS: Final Fling, featuring simsense starlet Euphoria, is released.

The lastest Euphoria simsense, Final Fling, has truly earned her the title of 'Queen'. With over 50 million in sales worldwide on the first day of it's release, Final Fling has broken almost every record for any entertainment medium in history. Ever since her explosive debut in Shotgun Blues (2048), 'Queen' Euphoria has thrilled consumers with her emotional range, stunning looks and sly humor. The skies the limit for the 'Queen' so grab your copy today!

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May 6th-SEATTLE: Tavern Explosion!

Grodin's Tavern in Puyallup exploded overnight in what became a 4 alarm fire. Franklin Fire Services were quick to respond and prevented the conflagration from spreading to nearby buildings.  Lone Star officials stated that a gas leak in the basement was the cause of the blast.

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April 27-CFS: Anti-Japanese terrorists bomb the San Francisco BART line.

An apparent bomb attack on a BART train carrying mostly Japanese corporate citizens was bombed just north of the Glen Park stop. BART officials reported that 63 people were killed with over 200 wounded. This deadly attack against ethnic Japanese is the latest in an escalating cycle of violence that started when then-Governor Treacle invited Japan to assist with the newly created California Free State. The resulting influx of troops and megacorps, while a boon to the local economy, have caused deep seated resentment amongst some San Franciscans.

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April 6th-CFS: Town Rivalry Explodes!

In a dramatic case of town rivalries going bad, the towns of Gilroy and San Martin, California Free State, erupted in violence. Rough estimates had ten percent of the towns' populations dead and most of the rest flee. Many buildings including the San Martin Town Hall and the local Universal Brotherhood chapter were razed to the ground. CFS officials are investigating and treating the bloodshed as a terrorist incident.  

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March 1st-SEATTLE: Octagon Attacked!

Word on a the street has a thrill gang called the Mindfraggers attacked the Octagon. Locals reported a lot of gunfire from the UB HQ but that’s about it. Oddly, no signs the Star stopped by to see how our local goodie goodies were doing.  There's been no comment from the Brotherhood as far as I can tell. 

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