Seattle, WA|News|
Gas Leak Investigated In South Lake Union: Seattle Fire
Seattle firefighters evacuated parts of the neighborhood Saturday after the leak was found near Republican Street and Westview Avenue North.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Child Dropped From Parking Garage, Officials Say; Mother Charged
Jerica Crawford, 28, is facing charges from a February incident where she allegedly dropped her daughter off a Winfield parking garage.
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Detroit, MI|News|
Massive Sturgeon, A Real-Life 'River Monster,' Caught In Michigan
The fish, caught near Alpena, weighed in at 240 pounds and is estimated to be more than 100 years old.
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Toledo, OH|News|
8 Charged In Hazing Death Of Bowling Green University Student
Stone Foltz, a Pi Kappa Alpha pledge from Columbus, was allegedly told to drink an entire bottle of liquor. Three days later, he was dead.
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Louisville, KY|News|
Kentucky Derby 2021: Time, Odds, Top Contenders, How To Watch
The 147th running of the Kentucky Derby will be held Saturday at Churchill Downs in Louisville. In attendance: a half-size crowd of 45,000.
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Across America, US|News|
After Tough Year, Teachers Hold On Through Pandemic — For Now
Despite predictions, reports say there is little evidence that teachers are leaving the profession en masse. However, that could change.
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Oakland, NJ|News|
Funky-Faced NJ Cat Left For Dead Seeks 2nd Chance, Instagram Fame
Mr. Marbles, an older kitten available for adoption at Halfway Home Animal Rescue, has a personality to love and a face for Instagram fame.
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Across America, US|News|
Antisemitic Incidents In U.S. Remain At Record Highs
In its annual audit, the Anti-Defamation League reported more than 2,000 incidents that targeted American Jews in 2020.
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Miami, FL|News|
New Species Of Venomous Spider Identified At Florida Zoo
While the trapdoor spider is one of the oldest in the world, the pine rockland was only recently recognized as a new species.
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Across America, US|News|
In Address To Congress, Biden Says 'America Is Rising Anew'
President Joe Biden used his speech to tout the $1.8 trillion American Families Plan to be funded by tax hikes on the ultra-wealthy.
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Across America, US|News|
Reserve Memorial Day Campgrounds, State Parks Now: Spots By State
If you’re thinking about spending Memorial Day weekend in the great outdoors, don't wait if you want to guarantee a good spot.
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Nashville, TN|News|
'You Look Like An Idiot': CEO Fired For Mocking Teen’s Prom Dress
Dalton Stevens urged others to “wear what makes you happy” after the Tennessee teen was publicly berated by the former CEO of Visuwell.
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Miami, FL|News|
Florida School To Vaccinated Teachers: Stay Away From Students
Centner Academy, a private Miami school, sent a letter to teachers and attributed its decision to false claims about coronavirus vaccines.
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Across America, US|News|
Got The COVID-19 Vaccine? Get These Freebies From U.S. Businesses
Budweiser, White Castle, Krispy Kreme and more are pitching in to offer free stuff to anyone who’s fully vaccinated against coronavirus.
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Across America, US|News|
New Mask Guidelines For Vaccinated Americans: 5 Things To Know
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidance Tuesday for dining outdoors, gathering with unvaccinated people and more.
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Across America, US|News|
New List Ranks 2021's Best High Schools: U.S. News
The annual ranking released by U.S. News and World Report ranks schools based on factors such as graduation rates and academic performance.
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Miami, FL|News|
You Thought Turtles Couldn't Fly? Florida Woman Begs To Differ
Forget falling iguanas. A Florida woman was hurt near Daytona Beach when a flying turtle crashed through her windshield on Interstate 95.
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Miami, FL|News|
Florida Couple Planned Mansion Wedding. Its Owner Had No Idea.
The couple reportedly planned an elaborate, two-day event at what they called their “dream home and estate,” but didn't exactly reserve it.
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Across America, US|News|
Every Senator Supported Anti-Asian Hate Bill — Except Josh Hawley
In a 94-1 vote, the U.S. Senate on Thursday passed the bill to address an uptick in violence against Asian Americans amid the pandemic.
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Atlanta, GA|News|
Veteran’s Cane Taken From Georgia Gas Station
Kendra Pieper said she doesn't care who took the cane adorned with her Purple Heart Medal and badges — she just wants it back.
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