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The delay has raised concerns among local residents and historians. 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The university is exploring options to secure the program's future.","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6d/Tennessee_state_wordmark_2021.png","imageSource":"wikipedia","sourceUrl":"https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiogFBVV95cUxQdlZKdmFqSmlTY016d0RvSVoxQ2hCbVlhYlRYbkg3X3dZWVJyMUxQeHhtQzB2dkM2enAxVksxLVVDMWdNcEpxWkdkSnltMmxDOEJ5elEwUzh1cE9vamlkU01wdVE0R1U3Qk5VVEhNelIwRkJoSnVwTzFmYjgyM0F1M21ka3ZJc055ODItUkc4Z29HUDVZMzJVaDJqb0trOFo5TGc?oc=5","sourcePublisher":"The New York Times","sourcePubDate":"Fri, 19 Jun 2026 23:19:29 GMT"},{"sourceIndex":9,"category":"Sports","label":"Newswire","rewrittenHeadline":"Buffalo Bills Sign Former HBCU Star Ian Wheeler","dek":"The Buffalo Bills have signed Ian Wheeler, a former HBCU star.","summary":"Wheeler had a breakout season in the UFL and has been given another chance in the NFL. The signing is a testament to his talent and dedication. 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