An American dies of coronavirus in China as the global death toll surpasses SARS
The novel coronavirus’s global death toll has surpassed that of the SARS outbreak in the early 2000s. The latest death toll from the provincial…
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Massive fire destroys three buildings under construction in Virginia mixed-use development
Three buildings undergoing construction were destroyed in a massive fire Saturday in Fairfax County, Virginia, outside of Washington, DC. County…
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Kirk Douglas once saved her life, Jamie Lee Curtis says
Kirk Douglas was a lifesaver. That’s according to actress Jamie Lee Curtis, who posted a tribute to the acclaimed actor Friday. In an Instagram…
Continue Reading Parallel parking eliminated from Nevada driving exam
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles has eliminated the parallel parking portion of the driving skills test. The test still…
Continue Reading Florida 1st grade teacher tried to buy an ‘eight ball’ of meth while at school, authorities say
A Florida teacher is facing felony drug charges after police say she tried to buy methamphetamine while teaching. Valerie Lee Prince, a first grade…
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New study an eye-opener on how coronavirus is spreading and how little we know
A study published Friday in the medical journal JAMA found that 41% of the first 138 patients diagnosed at one hospital in Wuhan, China, were…
Continue Reading Greek athlete chosen to be the first woman to ever start the Olympic Torch Relay
Greek shooting champion Anna Korakaki is set to become the first woman in history to launch the Olympic Torch Relay. Korakaki will attend the flame…
Continue Reading Trader Joe’s released its list of 2019’s most favorite products
Award show season isn’t just for Hollywood. For more than 10 years, Trader Joe’s has held its “Customer Choice Awards”…
Continue Reading A Thai soldier has killed at least 20 people in a shooting spree, authorities say. He may be at a mall
A manhunt is underway for a Thai soldier accused of killing at least 20 people in a shooting spree that began at a military site and then sent…
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Buttigieg, Sanders and Warren campaigns submit caucus irregularity claims to Iowa Democrats
The presidential campaigns for Pete Buttigieg, Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren have submitted their respective evidence of inconsistencies from…
Continue Reading Major cuts to National Security Council staff expected as soon as next week, sources say
National security adviser Robert O’Brien is expected to make major cuts to the National Security Council staff as early as next week, two…
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The cost of service dogs keep them out of reach for veterans with PTSD
Click here for updates on this story OMAHA, NE (KPTM ) — You’ve probably heard the saying ‘A dog is man’s best…
Continue Reading Teen speaks out about suicide prevention after jumping off bridge into traffic
Click here for updates on this story POTEAU, OK (KFSM ) — A local 13-year-old is speaking out about suicide prevention…
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Cindy Crawford’s son just got a face tattoo
More and more celebrities keep getting face tattoos (looking at you, Post Malone). This week, Cindy Crawford’s son joined the trend. Presley…
Continue Reading 4-year-old boy shot and killed in Milwaukee
A 4-year-old boy was shot and killed in northwest Milwaukee early Saturday morning. Milwaukee police say they were called to a home on Lovers Lane…
Continue Reading Two cockatoos worth $2,000 each were stolen from a California pet shop
Thieves broke into a Southern California pet shop and made off with two cockatoos, each worth about $2,000, according to the store. Yoda, a white…
Continue Reading Amy Klobuchar raises over $2 million after debate, campaign says
Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar raised more than $2 million dollars in the 14 hours after her widely-praised performance during Friday night’s…
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Ganadores y perdedores del octavo debate demócrata, según Chris Cillizza
(CNN) — Los siete principales candidatos presidenciales demócratas se vieron frente a frente el viernes por la noche a solo días antes de las…
Continue Reading ‘Can do’ attitude drives middle schooler: ‘He’s the only kid that has band every day’
Click here for updates on this story WEST BEND, WI (WITI ) — It takes a lot of courage to stand in front of a crowd and…
Continue Reading Ethanol byproduct storage raises a stink around small community
Click here for updates on this story OMAHA, NE (WOWT ) — We’ve all seen ethanol on gas pumps. But after it’s…
Continue Reading Dogs get ready to bow and wow at the Westminster dog show
As film buffs get ready to tune in to the Oscars this weekend…. dog lovers are looking forward to the 144th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.…
Continue Reading Bloomberg courts wealthy donors for their influence, not money
Michael Bloomberg may not need other people’s money to fund his bid for the White House. But friends — especially influential ones…
Continue Reading “Best Buddies” make high school more inclusive
Click here for updates on this story ROCK ISLAND, IL (WQAD ) — High school can be a tough time for teens. But a new…
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England beats Scotland in Six Nations in game heavily affected by Storm Ciara
World Cup runners-up England got back to winning ways in the Six Nations, beating Scotland 13-6 in a game heavily affected by Storm Ciara. With the…
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Trump defends firing of key impeachment witness Vindman
President Donald Trump on Saturday defended the firing of Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman from the National Security Council. The President complained…
Continue Reading Global Entry to stay banned for NY until state grants access to DMV database, says DHS secretary
Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf said Friday that New Yorkers will regain access to Global Entry and other Trusted Traveler Programs only…
Continue Reading Soldado tailandés mata al menos a 20 personas en un tiroteo
(CNN) — El viceprimer ministro de Tailandia dice que 20 personas murieron en el tiroteo masivo del sábado y que sus cuerpos están ahora en el…
Continue Reading This middle school student had to be freed by firefighters, after he got his arm stuck in a desk
A middle-school boy got his arm stuck in a school desk this week, resulting in a rescue call to the local fire department. No one was injured, so…
Continue Reading China has deadliest day for coronavirus as US national becomes first foreigner to die
A US national in China is believed to be the first foreigner to die from the Wuhan coronavirus, authorities confirmed Saturday, while a Japanese man…
Continue Reading Michael Avenatti could still testify in his Nike extortion trial. His former client says he betrayed him
Michael Avenatti is considering testifying at his New York extortion trial after the youth basketball coach he represented in a dispute with Nike…
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