Spokane, WA|News|
Bald Eagle, After Escaping Death, Released On Washington Lake
The bald eagle, found poisoned in a Washington wildlife refuge, was nursed back to health with the help of Birds Of Prey Northwest.
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Gas Shortages, Prices Spike During Colonial Pipeline Shutdown
More than 1,000 stations were out of gas as East Coast and Southeast residents scrambled to fill their tanks following a cyberattack.
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Summer Meal Finder Map: Where Kids Can Get Food In Your Town
More than 18 million children could go hungry in the United States this summer. Here’s where kids can get a free, healthy meal.
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May 17 Federal Tax Deadline Approaching: 5 Things To Know
The Internal Revenue Service extended the deadline for 2020 tax returns by one month due to the pandemic.
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Old Farmer’s Almanac Releases Summer 2021 Forecast
Some can expect scorching heat. Others can expect a cool, rainy summer. See what the Almanac says for your town.
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Toms River, NJ|News|
Massive Waterspout Reported Near Seaside Heights
The waterspout was recorded moving across Barnegat Bay between Toms River and Seaside Heights, according to reports.
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3 Injured In Shooting At Aventura Mall Near Miami: Reports
Reports of shots fired at the Miami-area mall came in just before 4 p.m. Saturday. Reports say a suspect is in custody.
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Lincoln Square, IL|News|
Red Line Restored After Suspicious Object Reported At Bryn Mawr
Service at the Chicago's Bryn Mawr station temporarily stopped Saturday as a bomb squad investigated the package, according to reports.
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Chinese Rocket Expected To Crash Back To Earth This Weekend
Here's what you should know about the "out-of-control" rocket, which could re-enter Earth's atmosphere as early as Saturday.
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New York City, NY|News|
4-Year-Old Buys $2,600 Worth Of SpongeBob Popsicles Off Amazon
The boy from Brooklyn has gone viral for his accidental impulse buy. Now, a community is stepping up to help his mom cover the cost.
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Mom Says It Best: 9 Nuggets Of Wisdom This Mother’s Day 2021
Patch readers from across the United States shared some of the best advice gifted to them by important women in their lives.
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8 Good News Stories: 'Tails' Of Purpose, Freedom, Second Chances
In this all-animal edition, the nose knows for one yellow Lab; a rare calico lobster rescued; a second act for 12 former circus elephants.
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Qualifications For 2021 Gerber Baby: A Whole Lot Of Cuteness
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New Database Shows States With Most Gun-Related Hospitalizations
The database, which shows gun-related hospitalizations for every state over a 16-year period, was developed by The Rand Corp.
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Myrtle Beach, SC|News|
SC Man Who Enslaved, Abused Employee Owes Him $500K: Court
Bobby Edwards, who managed a South Carolina diner, is serving prison time after forcing the employee to work 100 hours a week without pay.
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Shots For Shots: States Offer Perks Like Booze, Cash For Vaccine
As interest in the coronavirus vaccine wanes, governments are getting creative to entice residents to roll up their sleeves.
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Mother’s Day 2021 Weather: See Your Town's Forecast
Are sunny skies and warm temperatures in store this Mother’s Day? Check your area's latest forecast for May 9.
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Bipartisan Index Ranks How Well Congress Works Across Aisle
The Index ranked members of the 116th Congress, including Sens. Bernie Sanders, Susan Collins, Ted Cruz, Josh Hawley, and more.
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Austin, TX|News|
Flash Flood Warning Issued For Austin, Pflugerville: NWS
The National Weather Service issued the warning through 6 p.m. CT.
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2 Injured In Shooting At Southcenter Mall In Tukwila: Police
Police said the shooting at Westfield Southcenter Mall was likely an isolated incident between people who knew each other.
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