Residents brave heatwave to attend graduations, go shopping
Click here for updates on this story FRESNO, California (KFSN) — The hottest day of 2021 didn’t stop the foot…
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Some reluctant Democrats consider ditching filibuster for voting bill despite grim prospects over changing rules
Some defenders of the Senate’s filibuster rules are reconsidering their past refusal to gut the potent stall tactic if Republicans carry…
Continue Reading FEC fines National Enquirer publisher over Trump hush-money payment
The Federal Election Commission on Tuesday said it had fined the publisher of the National Enquirer for its role in a “hush-money”…
Continue ReadingPolice investigating vandalism at home of Republican congresswoman
The Charleston South Carolina Police Department has opened an investigation into a vandalism incident that occurred at the home of Republican Rep.…
Continue ReadingKentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit’s failed drug test confirmed
Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit’s positive post-race drug test has been confirmed, according to trainer Bob Baffert’s attorney Craig…
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Oregon secretary of state issues annual report on Government Waste Hotline calls
Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan and the Audits Division released the 2020 Government Waste Hotline Report Wednesday, summarizing the activity…
Continue ReadingCovid-19 pandemic lockdowns tied to lower crime in many cities globally, study finds
Stay-at-home policies put into effect to help control the spread of Covid-19 were linked with a 37% average reduction in crime in 27 cities across 23…
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New Douglas County wildfire 50% contained; more progress on Klamath fires
A new wildfire was reported Tuesday night in steep terrain three miles southwest of Elkton in Douglas County and grew to 150 acres overnight, but…
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Ally Bank eliminates overdraft fees
Ally Bank announced Wednesday that it is eliminating overdraft fees — a key source of revenue for banks but a burdensome charge for customers.…
Continue ReadingBiden to announce ‘National Month of Action’ — that could include free beer — to get more Americans vaccinated by July 4
President Joe Biden on Wednesday will announce a “National Month of Action” and outline additional steps his administration is taking to…
Continue ReadingUS and allies send message to Russia with NATO state flyover
As the B-52 Stratofortress approaches from below, the adornments of its cockpit reflect the importance of the day. Next to a Benny the Bull stuffed…
Continue ReadingCaniacs for Emma hopes to create special moment for 12-year-old fan with Down syndrome
Click here for updates on this story RALEIGH, North Carolina (WTVD) — Emma Izzo, a 12-year-old girl with Down syndrome,…
Continue ReadingChamber of Commerce: Worker shortage can’t be solved without ramping up immigration
As businesses grapple with record-high job openings, the US Chamber of Commerce is loudly calling on Washington to allow more foreign workers to…
Continue ReadingLawmaker proposes bill aimed at limiting race, gender studies in schools
Click here for updates on this story LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (WLKY) — A bill proposed by a state lawmaker would limit what…
Continue ReadingDollar stores are starting to offer fresh food after years of criticism
Dollar store chains are starting to offer fresh groceries at some stores after years of criticism that they don’t provide enough healthy food…
Continue ReadingWeather wreaking havoc on local farmers
Click here for updates on this story OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma (KOCO) — Don Eckroat usually has already had his first…
Continue ReadingMan swept down river rescued after calling 911
Click here for updates on this story LISBON, Maine (WMTW) — A Maine man was rescued from the Androscoggin River Tuesday…
Continue ReadingGarbage truck crashes into home while mother, two young children were inside
Click here for updates on this story ETNA, Pennsylvania (WTAE) — A garbage truck crashed into a home in Etna, Allegheny…
Continue Reading New York City is using ranked choice voting in its primaries. Here’s why that means it could take weeks to get results
Democrats running for New York City mayor will square off in a crucial debate Wednesday night, but they won’t just be trying to convince voters…
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A California teen pushed a bear off her backyard wall to protect family’s dogs
Hailey Morinico wasn’t really thinking when she confronted the black bear that wandered into the backyard of her California home on Monday…
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