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5 things to know for February 19: Trump pardons, Dems, coronavirus, DOJ, Cameroon

February 19, 2020 6:38 AM CNN

You probably know families who have all boys or all girls. But while it may seem like some families are prone to having children of one sex, a new…

A 12-year-old was given a black doll with beads forming a noose around its neck at a Mardi Gras parade

February 19, 2020 5:45 AM CNN

When a person gets called up to a float at a Mardi Gras parade, it’s usually a sign they’re about to get something special — what…

Sputtering restaurant sales, obstacles to adoption, xenophobia: All the unexpected ways the coronavirus has impacted the world

February 19, 2020 5:16 AM CNN

There are still several unknowns surrounding the novel coronavirus: How quickly it spreads, the symptoms it presents (or lack thereof) and the impact…

Skeleton found in cave could reveal Neanderthal death rites

February 19, 2020 4:44 AM CNN

Around 70,000 years ago, a Neanderthal was laid to rest in Shanidar Cave. Excavations in recent years have slowly revealed its entire upper body,…

Jury selection to begin in Los Angeles murder trial of real estate tycoon Robert Durst

February 19, 2020 4:01 AM CNN

After Robert Durst was arrested for the killing of his longtime friend, the New York real estate heir sat down with a prosecutor for hours, making…

Turkish activist Osman Kavala re-arrested hours after his Gezi Park acquittal

February 19, 2020 3:20 AM CNN

Turkish businessman and philanthropist Osman Kavala was re-arrested on Tuesday, just hours after a court acquitted him and eight other defendants…

Ex-Temple University fraternity president convicted of attempted sexual assault after victim testimony

February 19, 2020 12:29 AM CNN

Former Temple University fraternity president Ari Goldstein was convicted Tuesday for his role in an attempted sexual assault of another student…

In Hong Kong, the coronavirus outbreak is deepening the political divide from the 2019 protests

February 18, 2020 11:10 PM CNN

In a video widely circulated earlier this month, a crowd of people swarm a cart of toilet rolls in a Hong Kong supermarket, pushing, shoving, and…

A mom called 911 in the middle of the night because she desperately needed baby formula. The police delivered

February 18, 2020 6:35 PM CNN

LONE PEAK, Utah — From flat tires to possible home invasions, the officers with the Lone Peak Police Department in Utah are used to dealing…

Off-duty officers stop a robbery when a masked man intrudes on their date night

February 18, 2020 10:57 PM CNN

Date night for two off-duty officers ended with them foiling a robbery at a restaurant chain in Kentucky. Chase and Nicole McKeown are both police…

Coronavirus death toll rises above 2,000 worldwide

February 18, 2020 8:02 PM CNN

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2 top execs stepping down at publisher Tribune amid turmoil

February 18, 2020 6:31 PM Associated Press

Two top executives at newspaper publisher Tribune are stepping down as the company deals with its largest shareholder, a hedge fund known for cutting…

Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich is released from prison after his sentenced is commuted by President Donald Trump

February 18, 2020 6:30 PM Associated Press

DENVER (AP) — Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich is released from prison after his sentenced is commuted by President Donald…

Historic flood waters in Mississippi will recede later this week. But not before more rain could cause issues for thousands

February 18, 2020 3:25 PM CNN

JACKSON, Mississippi — Historic flooding in Mississippi should begin to recede this week, but not before a flash flood warning could bring more…

Utah lawmakers get tough on porn, ease up on polygamy

February 18, 2020 5:55 PM Associated Press

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah lawmakers voted Tuesday to put new regulations on pornography and remove some on polygamy in separate proposals moving…

Westerdam passenger infected with coronavirus: What we know and what we don’t

February 18, 2020 5:53 PM CNN

The Westerdam cruise ship was supposed to have been the lucky one. After being stuck at sea for days, when Japan, the Philippines and Thailand turned…

Fort Lauderdale is facing a $1.8 million fine after 206 million gallons of sewage was discharged into the city’s waterways

February 18, 2020 5:45 PM CNN

Over the last two and a half months, more than 206 million gallons of toxic sewage has spilled into Fort Lauderdale waterways. That’s the…

Man charged with shooting kids who threw snowballs at car

February 18, 2020 5:02 PM Associated Press

MILWAUKEE (AP) — A Milwaukee man is charged with firing shots at children who threw snowballs at his car, injuring two of them. William Carson, 24,…

Faye Swetlik died from asphyxiation hours after abduction, coroner says

February 18, 2020 4:55 PM CNN

Faye Marie Swetlik, a South Carolina 6-year-old who went missing from her home, was abducted and killed by a neighbor who died by suicide,…

Florida woman in fraud case among those with Trump clemency

February 18, 2020 4:52 PM Associated Press

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A Florida woman convicted in a $205 million Medicare fraud scheme is among the 11 federal inmates around the nation on whose…

After his fiery crash, NASCAR driver Ryan Newman is awake and speaking with family

February 18, 2020 3:44 PM CNN

DAYTONA, Florida — NASCAR driver Ryan Newman is awake and speaking with family and doctors, a day after a fiery crash near the finish line of…

A Georgia college student has been missing since Valentine’s Day

February 18, 2020 3:36 PM CNN

Authorities in Georgia have escalated the search for a missing Fort Valley State University student who was last seen on Valentine’s Day. The…

Jury begins deliberations in Harvey Weinstein’s rape trial, but no verdict yet

February 18, 2020 3:04 PM CNN

Jury deliberations have begun in Harvey Weinstein’s rape trial in New York, but the verdict will not come today. The jury, made up of seven men…

Principal: Crossing guard fatally struck by car saved 2 kids

February 18, 2020 3:01 PM Associated Press

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — A crossing guard who died after being hit by a vehicle in Kansas City, Kansas, saved the lives of two children before the…

After 52 days, Louisiana plane crash victim leaves hospital

February 18, 2020 2:57 PM Associated Press

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Wendy’s to pay $400K to resolve child labor law allegations

February 18, 2020 2:21 PM Associated Press

BOSTON (AP) — Fast-food chain Wendy’s has agreed to pay $400,000 to resolve allegations that it violated child labor laws by having teenage…

Colorado skier dies from asphyxiation by his coat on a chair lift

February 18, 2020 2:04 PM CNN

A skier in Colorado died after his coat became wrapped around his head and neck on the chair lift, according to the company that operates the chair…

A cat shot through the head with an arrow is recovering after surgery. His rescuers named him Cupid

February 18, 2020 1:35 PM CNN

ARLINGTON, Virginia — An orange tabby cat got a new lease on life and a name to go with it after veterinarians removed an arrow that someone…

A pigeon that can’t fly befriended a puppy that can’t walk. Yes, it’s as cute as it sounds

February 18, 2020 5:02 AM CNN

ROCHESTER, New York — Meet Herman and Lundy, recent cuddle buddies and rescue animals. The two are an unlikely pair: Herman, a pigeon, suffered…

Coroner says death of 6-year-old South Carolina girl who disappeared from her front yard was caused by asphyxiation

February 18, 2020 1:11 PM Associated Press

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Coroner says death of 6-year-old South Carolina girl who disappeared from her front yard was caused by…