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2024-09-15 09:44:30

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Summary of A look at Harvey Weinstein’s health and legal issues as he faces more criminal charges
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Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced ex-movie mogul, is facing mounting legal and health troubles, including additional sex crimes charges in New York, as he prepares for a retrial this fall. The 72-year-old remains hospitalized after emergency heart surgery and his lawyers have raised concerns about his worsening health.

2024-09-15 09:44:30

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Bullet points of A look at Harvey Weinstein’s health and legal issues as he faces more criminal charges
- Weinstein was indicted on additional sex crimes charges in New York ahead of a retrial this fall
- He remains hospitalized after emergency heart surgery
- Weinstein's lawyers have raised concerns about his worsening health
- A new trial was ordered after his 2020 conviction was overturned
- Weinstein faces several lawsuits brought by women accusing him of sexual misconduct

2024-09-15 09:43:52

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Bullet points of Minnesota election officials make changes to automatic voter registration system after issues arise
- Over 90,000 people have been registered or pre-registered since April
- Around 1% of registrations have been flagged for potential problems
- Flagged registrations will be kept inactive until confirmed
- Minnesota grants driver's licenses to residents regardless of immigration status
- Oregon's automatic registration system has mistakenly registered over 300 non-citizens as voters

2024-09-15 09:43:11

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Summary of Hospitals rarely punished for turning away patients in distress despite federal law requiring they be treated, AP finds
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A recent investigation by the Associated Press found that hospitals are rarely punished for turning away patients in distress, despite a federal law requiring them to provide treatment. The law, known as the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), was passed in 1986 and requires hospitals to provide a medical screening examination and stabilizing treatment to anyone who comes to the emergency department, regardless of their ability to pay.

2024-09-15 09:43:11

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Bullet points of Hospitals rarely punished for turning away patients in distress despite federal law requiring they be treated, AP finds
- Hospitals rarely punished for turning away patients in distress
- Federal law requires hospitals to provide treatment
- Associated Press investigation finds widespread non-compliance
- EMTALA law passed in 1986

2024-09-15 09:23:30

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Bullet points of A least 8 people have died during a failed attempt to cross the English Channel from northern France, authorities say.
- At least 8 people have died during a failed attempt to cross the English Channel from northern France
- The incident occurred in northern France
- Authorities have confirmed the deaths

2024-09-15 09:23:30

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Summary of A least 8 people have died during a failed attempt to cross the English Channel from northern France, authorities say.
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A tragic incident occurred when a group of people attempted to cross the English Channel from northern France, resulting in the loss of at least 8 lives.

2024-09-06 01:00:59

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Bullet points of Nevada high court ends casino mogul Steve Wynn's defamation suit against The Associated Press
- The Nevada Supreme Court has ended a defamation lawsuit brought by Steve Wynn against The Associated Press
- The court rejected Wynn's bid to get a jury to hear his claim that he was defamed by an AP story about accounts of sexual misconduct
- Wynn, as a public figure, needed to show 'clear and convincing evidence' to reasonably infer that the publication was made with actual malice

2024-09-06 01:00:42

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Bullet points of Louisiana legislators grill New Orleans DA for releasing people convicted of violent crimes
- Williams' office has voided or reduced hundreds of convictions in the past few years
- Conservative lawmakers accused Williams of failing to defend convictions for violent crimes
- Williams defended his record, citing the history of police and prosecutorial misconduct in New Orleans
- The hearing was part of a process to assess whether Williams had committed overreach

2024-09-06 01:00:41

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Summary of JD Vance says school shootings are a 'fact of life,' calls for better security
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JD Vance, Republican vice presidential nominee, believes the US needs to harden school security to prevent future shootings, citing the recent Georgia shooting that left four dead. He argues that restricting access to guns won't end school shootings and instead supports giving schools more money for security measures.

2024-09-06 01:00:41

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Bullet points of JD Vance says school shootings are a 'fact of life,' calls for better security
- JD Vance, Republican vice presidential nominee, believes that school shootings are a 'fact of life' and that the US needs to harden security to prevent more carnage.
- Vance opposes further restricting access to guns, saying it won't end school shootings, and instead supports giving schools more money for security.
- He believes that schools are 'soft targets' and that security needs to be bolstered to prevent future tragedies.
- Vance acknowledges that the reality of school shootings is unpleasant, but believes that it's a reality that needs to be faced and addressed.
- He expresses sympathy for the families affected by the shooting in Georgia and calls for prayers and support.
- Vance's views contrast with those of Vice President Kamala Harris, who has supported stronger gun controls and better school security measures.

2024-09-06 01:00:37

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Summary of Father of Georgia school shooting suspect 'knowingly allowed' his son to possess a weapon, authorities say
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The father of the suspect in the Georgia school shooting is accused of knowingly allowing his son to possess a weapon, authorities say. The suspect, who has not been named, is a student at the school and is accused of shooting and killing a fellow student.

2024-09-03 19:04:30

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Summary of Former aide to New York's governor has been charged with being an agent of the Chinese government
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A former aide to New York's governor has been charged with being an agent of the Chinese government.

2024-09-01 16:16:12

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Summary of Moore says he made an 'honest mistake' failing to correct application claiming Bronze Star
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore admitted to making an 'honest mistake' by claiming to have received a Bronze Star for his military service in Afghanistan on his White House fellowship application 18 years ago. Moore said he was encouraged by his deputy brigade commander to include the award on his application, but later learned he did not receive it. He regretted not correcting the mistake and apologized for any confusion caused.

2024-09-01 09:16:51

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Bullet points of Arizona office worker found dead in a cubicle 4 days after last scanning in
- A 60-year-old office worker in Arizona was found dead in her workplace cubicle after four days without leaving the building, with the cause of death still undetermined.
- The woman had last scanned into work on a Friday morning but did not scan out later.
- The company expressed sorrow over her passing and offered support to her family and coworkers.
- Police found no evidence of foul play and continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

2024-09-01 09:16:11

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Summary of Court stops Pennsylvania counties from throwing out mail-in votes over incorrect envelope dates
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A Pennsylvania state court has halted the enforcement of a requirement that voters include accurate, handwritten dates on envelopes used to submit mail-in ballots, citing that it violates the state constitution's clause on 'free and equal' elections. The ruling is expected to keep several thousand votes from being thrown out in the November election.

2024-09-01 09:16:11

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Bullet points of Court stops Pennsylvania counties from throwing out mail-in votes over incorrect envelope dates
- A state court in Pennsylvania halted the enforcement of a requirement that voters include accurate, handwritten dates on envelopes used to submit mail-in ballots.
- The ruling is likely to keep several thousand Pennsylvania votes from being thrown out in the November election.
- The court ruled that disqualifying voters who failed to include the date violates the state constitution's clause that addresses 'free and equal' elections.
- The decision was made in a 4-1 vote, with Judge Ellen Ceisler writing that the refusal to count undated or incorrectly dated but timely mail ballots submitted by otherwise eligible voters violates the fundamental right to vote.
- The number of mail-in ballots that might otherwise be disqualified for lacking accurate exterior envelope dates is relatively small, with evidence indicating that older voters and Democrats are more likely to have their ballots thrown out.
- The case was brought against the secretary of state and the election boards in Philadelphia and Allegheny County, with state and national Democratic Party groups joining the lawsuit.
- The ruling was hailed as a win for voters and democracy by the ACLU of Pennsylvania, which argued that county elections officials are able to tell whether ballots were cast in time because they are scanned and timestamped upon arrival.
- The state and national Republican Party groups have announced plans to appeal the decision.

2024-09-01 09:15:51

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Summary of Women's college in Virginia bars transgender students based on founder's will from 1900
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Sweet Briar College in Virginia has instituted an admissions policy that bars transgender women, citing the legally binding will of its founder. The policy requires applicants to confirm their sex assigned at birth is female and that they consistently live and identify as women. The policy is facing criticism from students and faculty, who warn it could repel potential students and is at odds with the college's commitment to diversity and inclusion.

2024-09-01 08:14:30

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Bullet points of Challenges of the Gaza humanitarian aid pier offer lessons for the US Army
- The US Army's 7th Transportation Brigade set up a pier in Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid during the Israel-Hamas war, facing challenges including turbulent weather, security threats, and personnel restrictions.
- The pier, known as JLOTS, sent over 20 million tons of aid to Gaza, but fell short of its goal of feeding 1.5 million people for 90 days, instead providing aid for about 450,000 people for a month.
- The mission was the first time the Army set up a pier in actual combat conditions, and leaders say they learned valuable lessons about the importance of training under challenging conditions.
- The Army is reviewing the $230 million pier operation and plans to improve its training to better prepare for bad weather and security issues.
- The mission was marked by logistical challenges, including the need to transport personnel and supplies across a floating city of ships and platforms, and the difficulty of communicating with personnel in the field.
- The pier was damaged by bad weather, and the Army had to set up ways to repair and move the damaged sections to Ashdod, Israel.
- The mission was also hampered by the initial reluctance of aid agencies to distribute supplies throughout Gaza, and later safety concerns due to violence in the area.
- Despite the challenges, the Army official said that the experience was valuable and will help the military improve its ability to set up piers in similar situations in the future.

2024-08-21 01:47:45

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Summary of Montana initiative to protect abortion rights makes November ballot, becoming 8th state to do so this year
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Montana's initiative to protect abortion rights has made the November ballot, becoming the 8th state to do so this year.

2024-08-21 00:01:07

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Bullet points of Sandy Kennedy wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 8th Congressional District
- Sandy Kennedy wins the Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 8th Congressional District

2024-08-21 00:01:07

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Summary of Sandy Kennedy wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 8th Congressional District
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Sandy Kennedy wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 8th Congressional District.

2024-08-21 00:01:06

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Bullet points of Western Alaska Yup'ik village floods as river rises from a series of storms
- Napakiak, a Yup’ik village of about 350 residents, was flooded after heavy rains swelled the Kuskokwim River
- The flooding was unexpected and caught residents by surprise
- Erosion caused by climate change is a major concern in Napakiak, with the village school having to be closed due to the risk of collapse
- The village is preparing for a third storm in a week, with the remnants of typhoon Ampil forecast to impact parts of Alaska's west coast

2024-08-21 00:01:06

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Summary of Western Alaska Yup'ik village floods as river rises from a series of storms
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A minister in Napakiak, Alaska, used a front loader to rescue people from flooded homes after heavy rains swelled the Kuskokwim River, causing widespread flooding and erosion. The village is preparing for a third storm in a week, and erosion caused by climate change is a major concern.

2024-08-21 00:01:06

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Summary of Dan Franzese wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 22nd Congressional District
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Dan Franzese has won the Republican nomination for the U.S. House in Florida's 22nd Congressional District.

2024-08-21 00:01:06

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Summary of Chris Eddy wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 25th Congressional District
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Chris Eddy wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 25th Congressional District.

2024-08-21 00:01:06

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Bullet points of Chris Eddy wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 25th Congressional District
- Chris Eddy has won the Republican nomination for the U.S. House in Florida's 25th Congressional District.
- He will now face the Democratic nominee in the general election.

2024-08-21 00:01:06

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Bullet points of Dan Franzese wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 22nd Congressional District
- Dan Franzese won the Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 22nd Congressional District.
- He secured the nomination for the upcoming election.

2024-08-20 23:49:25

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Bullet points of Gus Bilirakis wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 12th Congressional District
- Gus Bilirakis wins the Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 12th Congressional District

2024-08-20 23:49:24

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Summary of Tim Walz has described his family's IVF experience. His wife says they used a different procedure
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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has made his family's struggle with fertility a central part of his narrative as Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris' running mate. However, his wife Gwen has clarified that they used intrauterine insemination (IUI) instead of in vitro fertilization (IVF). The clarification has led to criticism from Republicans, including Ohio Sen. JD Vance, who has accused Walz of lying about his family's fertility journey. The controversy has highlighted the importance of reproductive rights and the need for accurate information about fertility treatments.

2024-08-20 23:49:24

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Bullet points of Tim Walz has described his family's IVF experience. His wife says they used a different procedure
- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and his wife Gwen have struggled with fertility
- They have used intrauterine insemination (IUI) instead of in vitro fertilization (IVF)
- Walz has made his family's struggle with fertility a central part of his narrative as Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris' running mate
- Gwen Walz has clarified that they used IUI instead of IVF
- The clarification has led to criticism from Republicans, including Ohio Sen. JD Vance
- The controversy has highlighted the importance of reproductive rights and the need for accurate information about fertility treatments

2024-08-20 23:49:06

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Summary of Kat Cammack wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 3rd Congressional District
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Kat Cammack has won the Republican nomination for the U.S. House seat in Florida's 3rd Congressional District. This is a significant victory for Cammack, who has been a strong supporter of President Trump and has been endorsed by him.

2024-08-20 23:49:06

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Bullet points of Kat Cammack wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 3rd Congressional District
- Kat Cammack wins Republican nomination for U.S. House seat in Florida's 3rd Congressional District
- Cammack is a strong supporter of President Trump

2024-08-20 23:49:05

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Bullet points of Brian Mast wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 21st Congressional District
- Brian Mast wins the Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 21st Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:48:50

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Summary of Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 25th Congressional District
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Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 25th Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:48:50

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Bullet points of Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 25th Congressional District
- Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins the Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 25th Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:48:49

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Bullet points of Maxwell Frost wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 10th Congressional District
- Maxwell Frost wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 10th Congressional District
- Frost is the first member of Congress born after the Sept. 11 attacks

2024-08-20 23:48:48

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Bullet points of Jennifer Adams wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 7th Congressional District
- Jennifer Adams wins the Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 7th Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:48:48

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Summary of Jennifer Adams wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 7th Congressional District
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Jennifer Adams wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 7th Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:48:47

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Bullet points of Laurel Lee wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 15th Congressional District
- Laurel Lee wins the Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 15th Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:48:47

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Summary of Laurel Lee wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 15th Congressional District
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Laurel Lee wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 15th Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:48:47

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Summary of Whitney Fox wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 13th Congressional District
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Whitney Fox has won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House in Florida's 13th Congressional District. The article does not provide further details about the election or Fox's background.

2024-08-20 23:48:47

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Bullet points of Whitney Fox wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 13th Congressional District
- Whitney Fox wins the Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 13th Congressional District
- Florida's 13th Congressional District is a congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives
- Whitney Fox is the Democratic nominee for the seat
- The nomination was won in a competitive primary election
- The winner will face the Republican nominee in the general election
- Florida's 13th Congressional District is a key battleground district in the state
- The district has a strong Democratic lean
- The election will be closely watched for its implications for the balance of power in the U.S. House

2024-08-20 23:48:45

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Summary of Andrea Kale wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 18th Congressional District
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Andrea Kale has won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House in Florida's 18th Congressional District. The news comes after a competitive primary election.

2024-08-20 23:48:44

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Bullet points of Maria Elvira Salazar wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 27th Congressional District
- Maria Elvira Salazar wins Republican nomination
- She will face off against the Democratic nominee in the general election

2024-08-20 23:48:44

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Summary of Maria Elvira Salazar wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 27th Congressional District
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Maria Elvira Salazar has won the Republican nomination for the U.S. House seat in Florida's 27th Congressional District. She will face off against the Democratic nominee in the general election.

2024-08-20 23:27:48

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Summary of John Rutherford wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 5th Congressional District
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John Rutherford wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 5th Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:27:47

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Summary of Mario Diaz-Balart wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 26th Congressional District
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Mario Diaz-Balart wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 26th Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:27:47

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Bullet points of Mario Diaz-Balart wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 26th Congressional District
- Mario Diaz-Balart wins the Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 26th Congressional District
- Florida's 26th Congressional District is the constituency affected by this nomination

2024-08-20 23:27:47

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Bullet points of Jennifer Lopez files for divorce from Ben Affleck after 2 years of marriage, 2 decades after they first split
- Jennifer Lopez files for divorce from Ben Affleck
- The couple has been married for 2 years
- They first split in 2004
- They rekindled their romance in 2021

2024-08-20 23:27:45

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Bullet points of Mike Haridopolos wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 8th Congressional District
- Mike Haridopolos wins the Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 8th Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:27:45

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Summary of Mike Haridopolos wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 8th Congressional District
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Mike Haridopolos has won the Republican nomination for the U.S. House seat in Florida's 8th Congressional District. The election was held on Tuesday.

2024-08-20 23:21:45

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Bullet points of Cory Mills wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 7th Congressional District
- Cory Mills has won the Republican nomination for the U.S. House in Florida's 7th Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:21:05

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Summary of Michael Waltz wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 6th Congressional District
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Michael Waltz has won the Republican nomination for the U.S. House seat in Florida's 6th Congressional District.

2024-08-20 23:21:05

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Bullet points of Michael Waltz wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 6th Congressional District
- Michael Waltz wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 6th Congressional District

2024-08-20 23:18:08

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Summary of Investigators looking for long-missing Michigan woman find human remains on husband's property
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Human remains have been found on property owned by Dale John Warner, a man charged with open murder and tampering with evidence in the disappearance of his wife Dee Warner, who has been missing for over three years.

2024-08-20 23:15:48

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Summary of US intelligence officials say Iran is to blame for hack of Trump's presidential campaign
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The US intelligence community attributed the hack of Donald Trump's presidential campaign to Iran, with a joint statement from the FBI and other federal agencies.

2024-08-20 23:15:08

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Summary of Joe Biden's exit, a civil rights hero and COVID politics. Takeaways from Day 1 of the DNC
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The first night of the Democratic National Convention featured speeches from Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden, with a focus on celebrating the party's history and legacy. The convention also honored the Rev. Jesse Jackson, a civil rights leader, and highlighted the Democratic Party's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with speakers criticizing President Trump's handling of the crisis.

2024-08-20 23:15:08

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Bullet points of Joe Biden's exit, a civil rights hero and COVID politics. Takeaways from Day 1 of the DNC
- Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden were the main speakers on the first night of the Democratic National Convention, with Clinton reflecting on her own failed bid to become the first female president and Biden paying tribute to President Joe Biden.
- Kamala Harris emphasized the importance of promoting diversity and embracing optimism, while also acknowledging the challenges faced by the country.
- The convention celebrated the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson, a longtime civil rights leader who has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
- Democrats focused on the harrowing subject of the coronavirus pandemic, criticizing Trump's handling of the crisis and highlighting the devastating impact it had on the country.
- Several speakers, including Rep. Lauren Underwood and Rep. Robert Garcia, shared personal stories of loss and hardship during the pandemic, emphasizing the need for a new direction.
- The convention aimed to honor the president who stepped aside to make way for Harris, with Vice President Kamala Harris paying tribute to President Joe Biden and thanking him for his 'historic leadership'.

2024-08-20 23:14:06

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Bullet points of DNA search prompts arrest of Idaho murder suspect in 51-year-old cold case, California police say
- Michael Eugene Mullen, 75, was arrested in Idaho in connection with the 1973 murder of Nina 'Nadine' Fischer in California.
- DNA evidence led investigators to identify Mullen as a suspect after a DNA comparison with a crime scene sample.
- Fischer, a 31-year-old Swedish national, was found dead in her home in San Rafael, California, with signs of sexual assault and three gunshot wounds.
- Her 2-year-old child was found unharmed in another room, and the case went cold after an initial investigation.
- The Marin County Sheriff's Office reopened the case in 2021 and sent it to the California Department of Justice's Familial Search Program.
- The program compared DNA from the crime scene to a DNA database, resulting in a possible lead that led to Mullen's identification as a suspect.
- Mullen was arrested in Idaho and is being held in a local jail while awaiting extradition to California to face murder charges.

2024-08-20 22:25:45

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Bullet points of Three people face charges after the death of a federal prison worker who opened fentanyl-laced letter, prosecutors say
- Three people face charges
- Death of a federal prison worker
- Fentanyl-laced letter
- Prosecutors announce charges

2024-08-20 22:25:45

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Summary of Three people face charges after the death of a federal prison worker who opened fentanyl-laced letter, prosecutors say
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Three people have been charged in connection with the death of a federal prison worker who opened a letter laced with fentanyl, prosecutors announced. The worker, who was not named, died after being exposed to the powerful opioid.

2024-08-20 22:16:07

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Summary of Jury finds parents of Texas student accused of killing 10 people in 2018 school shooting not negligent
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A jury in Texas has acquitted the parents of a student accused of killing 10 people in a 2018 school shooting, ruling that they were not negligent in their son's actions. The parents had been charged with involuntary manslaughter and criminal negligence in connection with the shooting at Santa Fe High School.

2024-08-20 22:13:07

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Bullet points of Army and police missed chances to intervene before Maine’s deadliest shooting, commission’s final report concludes
- Army and police missed chances to intervene before Maine's deadliest shooting, commission's final report concludes.
- The report highlights the failure of authorities to respond to warning signs before the shooting occurred.
- The shooting, which killed five people, was the deadliest in Maine's history.
- The commission's report criticizes the lack of communication and coordination between law enforcement agencies.
- The report recommends changes to improve communication and response times in emergency situations.
- The shooting was a devastating event that had a profound impact on the community.
- The commission's report aims to identify the causes of the tragedy and provide recommendations for preventing similar incidents in the future.
- The report is a critical step in the healing process for the families and community affected by the shooting.

2024-08-20 22:13:07

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Summary of Army and police missed chances to intervene before Maine’s deadliest shooting, commission’s final report concludes
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The final report of a commission investigating the deadliest shooting in Maine's history has concluded that Army and police missed opportunities to intervene before the tragedy occurred.

2024-08-20 22:03:05

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Summary of Nevada Supreme Court declines to wade into flap over certification of election results, for now
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Nevada's Supreme Court declined to intervene in an electoral controversy over election certification in Washoe County, citing the matter as moot since the county commission later certified the results. The court's decision came despite pleas from the state's top election official and attorney general, who wanted the justices to make clear that counties have no legal authority to refuse to certify election results. The court dismissed the request, but warned that it has the legal authority to make such a declaration and may do so on an expedited basis if the issue arises again.

2024-08-20 22:03:05

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Bullet points of Nevada Supreme Court declines to wade into flap over certification of election results, for now
- Nevada's Supreme Court declined to intervene in an electoral controversy over election certification in Washoe County.
- The court cited the matter as moot since the county commission later certified the results.
- The court dismissed the request from the state's top election official and attorney general.
- The court warned that it has the legal authority to make such a declaration and may do so on an expedited basis if the issue arises again.

2024-08-20 18:44:06

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Summary of Ruth Johnson Colvin, who founded Literacy Volunteers of America, has died at 107
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Ruth Johnson Colvin, founder of Literacy Volunteers of America, has died at 107. She was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her work in adult literacy. Colvin launched Literacy Volunteers in 1962 to address illiteracy in the US and globally, training volunteers in simple reading methods. She wrote several books, including a memoir, and received numerous awards for her work.

2024-08-20 18:43:26

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Summary of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez will resign from Senate after bribery convictions
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New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez is slated to resign by the end of the day Tuesday, about a month after a jury convicted him on federal bribery charges. Menendez signaled his resignation last month in a letter to Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy, who said Friday he's tapping a former top aide to succeed the three-term incumbent.

2024-08-18 19:22:44

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Summary of Her name was on a signature petition to be a Cornel West elector. Her question: What's an elector?
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The article discusses the efforts of conservative activists and Republican-aligned operatives to get independent presidential candidate Cornel West on the ballot in several states, including Arizona, Wisconsin, and North Carolina. The efforts are seen as a way to siphon liberal support away from the Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, in battleground states. The article highlights several unusual cases of individuals being signed up to serve as electors for West, including one who pleaded guilty to manslaughter and another who is unsure who filled out the paperwork in her name.

2024-08-18 19:22:44

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Bullet points of Her name was on a signature petition to be a Cornel West elector. Her question: What's an elector?
- Conservative activists and Republican-aligned operatives are working to get independent presidential candidate Cornel West on the ballot in several states.
- The efforts are seen as a way to siphon liberal support away from the Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, in battleground states.
- Several unusual cases of individuals being signed up to serve as electors for West have been reported, including one who pleaded guilty to manslaughter and another who is unsure who filled out the paperwork in her name.

2024-08-18 19:22:25

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Summary of Democrats are dwindling in Wyoming. A primary election law further reduces their influence
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In rural America, Democrats are struggling to survive, with some counties having fewer than 3% of registered voters identifying as Democrats. In Niobrara County, Wyoming, the least-populated county in the least-populated state, only 32 Democrats remain, with one, Becky Blackburn, being known as 'the crazy Democrat'. The county has passed a law making it difficult to change party affiliation, and many Democrats are switching to Republican to vote in primaries and then changing back, feeling 'skeevy and dirty'. The struggle is not unique to Wyoming, with Democrats facing challenges across rural America, where the party has been losing ground for years.

2024-08-18 19:22:25

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Bullet points of Democrats are dwindling in Wyoming. A primary election law further reduces their influence
- In Niobrara County, Wyoming, the least-populated county in the least-populated state, only 32 Democrats remain, with the party accounting for just 2.6% of registered voters.
- Wyoming has passed a law making it more difficult for voters to change their party affiliation, which has led to a significant decrease in Democratic registrations in the state.
- The law, which took effect in 2022, prohibits voters from changing their party registration in the three months leading up to the August primary.
- The Wyoming Democratic Party is struggling to field viable candidates, with many Democrats switching their registration to vote in more competitive Republican primaries and then changing back for the general election.
- The new law has led to a significant decrease in Democratic registrations in the state, with fewer than 3% of voters in three counties this year identifying as Democrats.
- The most Democratic areas are concentrated in the District of Columbia and Breathitt County, Kentucky, which has a strong tradition of Democratic support.
- The Wyoming Democratic Party is facing significant challenges, with many Democrats feeling that the party is not doing enough to support public education and other issues that are important to them.
- Some Democrats in Wyoming are choosing to register as Republicans in order to participate in more competitive primaries and then switch back to Democratic for the general election.

2024-08-18 19:21:25

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Summary of Democrats try to block Green Party from presidential ballot in Wisconsin, citing legal issues
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The complaint alleges that the Green Party cannot nominate presidential electors in Wisconsin, as required by state law, and therefore cannot have a presidential candidate on the ballot. This is the latest move by the DNC to block third-party candidates from the ballot.

2024-08-18 19:21:25

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Bullet points of Democrats try to block Green Party from presidential ballot in Wisconsin, citing legal issues
- The Green Party's presidential candidate, Jill Stein, is expected to officially become the nominee at its national convention
- The party's appearance on the ballot could make a difference in swing state Wisconsin
- The complaint was filed by David Strange, deputy operations director in Wisconsin for the DNC

2024-08-18 19:21:07

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Summary of Trans teens file lawsuit challenging New Hampshire law banning them from girls' sports
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The lawsuit, filed by the families of two transgender teens, challenges a new state law in New Hampshire that bans transgender students from playing on girls' sports teams at their public high schools. The law, signed by Republican Governor Chris Sununu, takes effect next week. The lawsuit claims the law violates constitutional protections and federal laws, and seeks an immediate ruling to allow the girls to play or participate in tryouts.

2024-08-18 19:17:46

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Summary of Phoenix police launch website detailing incidents included in scathing DOJ report
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The city of Phoenix has launched a new website in response to a recent U.S. Justice Department report that found a pattern of excessive force and racial discrimination by the police force. The website includes incident records, body camera footage, and evidence in cases mentioned in the report. The city is analyzing the 37 recommendations outlined by the DOJ and comparing them to actions already taken by the police force to enhance policy, training, and other systems.

2024-08-18 19:17:04

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Bullet points of Trump again decries two gold medalist Olympic athletes, falsely labeling the female boxers as men
- Trump falsely labeled two Olympic gold medalist boxers as men
- He has long criticized transgender people and used language that LGBTQ+ advocates say is wrong and harmful
- Trump referred to the boxers as 'transitioned' men who competed in the Olympics

2024-08-18 19:16:44

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Summary of Neighbor reported smelling gas night before Maryland house explosion
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A neighbor reported smelling gas to Baltimore Gas and Electric the night before a home exploded in Bel Air, Maryland, killing two people. The State Fire Marshal's office initially denied receiving any reports of a gas smell, but later confirmed that BGE did receive a call about the odor, which 'fell through the cracks'.

2024-08-18 19:16:44

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Bullet points of Neighbor reported smelling gas night before Maryland house explosion
- A neighbor reported smelling gas to a utility company the night before a home exploded in Bel Air, Maryland, killing two people.
- The State Fire Marshal's office initially stated they had no record of anyone reporting a gas smell, but later found a report from a resident who spoke to a BGE worker.
- The BGE contractor, Jose Rodriguez-Alvarado, and the homeowner, Ray Corkran, died in the explosion.
- A resident who smelled gas did not report it because they saw a BGE truck on the street and assumed it had responded to someone else.
- The NTSB is investigating the incident and is expected to release a preliminary report in about 30 days.
- The investigation found that BGE did receive a call about a gas smell on Saturday night, but it 'fell through the cracks'.

2024-08-18 19:07:44

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Summary of French actor and heartthrob Alain Delon has died at age 88, French media report
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French actor and heartthrob Alain Delon has died at age 88, French media report.

2024-08-18 18:47:24

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Bullet points of Perdue recalls 167,000 pounds of chicken nuggets after consumers find metal wire in some packages
- Perdue Foods is recalling over 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders due to metal wire contamination
- The recall affects three products with specific product codes and best buy dates
- No confirmed injuries or adverse reactions have been reported, but FSIS is concerned about potential consumer exposure
- Consumers are advised to check their freezers and throw away or return the recalled products
- Perdue is offering full refunds to impacted consumers
- Foreign object contamination is a common reason for food recalls in the US
- Previous recalls have involved metal, plastic, rocks, and insect fragments in packaged goods

2024-08-18 18:47:24

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Summary of Perdue recalls 167,000 pounds of chicken nuggets after consumers find metal wire in some packages
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Perdue Foods is recalling over 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders due to reports of metal wire contamination. The products were sold nationwide and have a best buy date of March 23, 2025. Consumers are advised to throw away or return the recalled products to receive a full refund.

2024-08-18 18:21:45

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Summary of Dry desert heat breaks records as it blasts much of the US Southwest, forecasters say
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Phoenix, Arizona, is experiencing a record-breaking heatwave, with temperatures reaching 106°F (41.1°C) on Sunday and expected to reach 112°F (44.4°C) on Monday and 114°F (45.6°C) on Tuesday. The city has already experienced 84 consecutive days of temperatures at 100°F (37.7°C) or hotter, breaking the previous record of 76 days. The heatwave has also led to a rise in heat-related deaths, with 96 confirmed deaths in Maricopa County and 99 in Pima County, Arizona, and over 760 visits to emergency health clinics and hospitals in New Mexico.

2024-08-18 18:21:45

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Bullet points of Dry desert heat breaks records as it blasts much of the US Southwest, forecasters say
- Phoenix's record for consecutive days of 90 degrees or below has been broken with 16 days in July 2023
- The city is experiencing its hottest summer on record
- The daytime heat record for Phoenix is expanding with 84 consecutive days at 100 degrees or hotter
- An excessive heat watch has been posted for Phoenix for the next few days with temperatures expected to reach 112 degrees on Monday and 114 on Tuesday
- The urban heat island effect is a major contributor to the heat in downtown Phoenix
- The monsoon rainstorms have helped to cool the Las Vegas area, but not Phoenix
- Heat-related deaths are on the rise in the Southwest with 96 confirmed deaths in Maricopa County, Arizona, and 123 confirmed deaths in Clark County, Nevada
- New Mexico has seen over 760 visits to emergency health clinics and hospitals due to heat-related illnesses and 11 heat-related deaths in May

2024-08-18 18:21:26

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Bullet points of South Carolina prosecutors plan to seek death penalty in trial of man accused of killing 5
- James Douglas Drayton, 26, will face the death penalty for the murder of five people in South Carolina.
- The victims were found in a home in Inman, and four were dead at the scene, while the fifth died later at a hospital.
- Drayton confessed to the killings, stating he was high on methamphetamine and hadn't slept for four days.
- He was arrested in Georgia after a police chase and was found to be driving a car taken from the crime scene.
- Drayton's attorney declined to comment, citing the ongoing case.
- South Carolina has not performed an execution since 2011, but a recent court ruling has opened the door for restart of executions in the state.

2024-08-18 18:21:26

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Summary of South Carolina prosecutors plan to seek death penalty in trial of man accused of killing 5
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South Carolina prosecutors plan to seek the death penalty against James Douglas Drayton, 26, who is accused of fatally shooting five people in 2022. Drayton was arrested after a police chase in Georgia and has been charged with five counts of murder and five counts of possession of a weapon during a violent crime.

2024-08-18 18:19:05

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Summary of Supreme Court keeps new rules about sex discrimination in education on hold in half the country
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The US Supreme Court has temporarily blocked new regulations on sex discrimination in education in half the country, rejecting a Biden administration request. The regulations aim to protect pregnant students, parents, and transgender students, but the court's decision will allow the rules to remain in effect in some areas, while the cases continue in lower courts.

2024-08-18 18:17:25

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Bullet points of Newlyweds and bride's mother killed in crash after semitruck overturns in Colorado
- A newlywed couple, Ruben Rodriguez and Juliana Rodriguez Plata, and her mother, Luz Melba Martinez, were killed in a crash on Interstate 70 west of Denver after a semitruck overturned.
- The family was on their way to the mountains after the wedding, which took place on August 10.
- The crash occurred when the eastbound truck flipped over, spilling its load of large plastic pipes onto the westbound lanes, causing three vehicles to crash.
- The couple's 1-year-old son, Danny, and the bride's father, Carlos Joaquin Plata, were injured in the crash.
- The family is still reeling from the tragedy, with the added difficulty of the baby being left without both parents.
- The family is gathering together to try to be strong and support each other during this difficult time.

2024-08-18 18:17:25

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Summary of Newlyweds and bride's mother killed in crash after semitruck overturns in Colorado
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A newlywed couple, Ruben Rodriguez and Juliana Rodriguez Plata, and her mother, Luz Melba Martinez, were killed in a crash on Interstate 70 in Colorado after a semitruck overturned, spilling its load of large plastic pipes. The couple's 1-year-old son, Danny, and the bride's father, Carlos Joaquin Plata, were injured.

2024-08-18 18:16:49

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Bullet points of Election officials keep Green Party presidential candidate on Wisconsin ballot
- Wisconsin elections officials dismissed a complaint filed by a Democratic National Committee employee to remove Green Party's presidential candidate Jill Stein from the ballot.
- The committee plans to file a lawsuit seeking a court ruling to remove Stein's name from the ballot.
- Stein's appearance on the ballot could make a difference in battleground Wisconsin, where four of the past six presidential elections have been decided by a narrow margin.

2024-08-18 18:16:49

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Summary of Alabama election officials make voter registration inactive for thousands of potential noncitizens
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Alabama's Secretary of State announced that 3,251 registered voters previously identified as noncitizens by the federal government will have their registration status changed to inactive. The move was met with opposition from voter rights advocates, who fear it will disenfranchise eligible voters and undermine public confidence in the integrity of elections.

2024-08-18 18:16:49

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Bullet points of Alabama election officials make voter registration inactive for thousands of potential noncitizens
- Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen announced that 3,251 registered voters previously identified as noncitizens by the federal government will have their registration status changed to inactive.
- The decision was made after cross-referencing a list of noncitizen identification numbers provided by the Department of Homeland Security with local voter registration data.
- The affected voters will receive letters and must provide proof of citizenship to remain on the active voter rolls.
- Alabama has over 3 million registered voters, and the move is part of a national effort to ensure the integrity of elections.
- The decision has been met with opposition from voter rights advocates, who argue that it undermines public confidence in the electoral process and may disenfranchise eligible voters.
- The list provided to the Alabama Secretary of State's office includes people who may have become naturalized U.S. citizens and are legally eligible to vote.
- The move mirrors similar efforts in neighboring states, including Tennessee, where election officials asked over 14,000 people to provide proof of citizenship before later backing down.
- Voting rights advocates argue that the effort is a disproportionate response to a relatively rare phenomenon and may cause 'collateral damage' to eligible registered voters.

2024-08-12 19:39:24

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Summary of An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.6 has struck the Los Angeles area, the USGS says
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A 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck the Los Angeles area, causing strong feelings and rattling glasses and dishes in many places.

2024-08-12 18:32:43

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Summary of Federal officials investigating natural gas explosion in Maryland that killed 2
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The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating a natural gas explosion at a home in Bel Air, Maryland, that killed two people. The explosion occurred on Sunday morning, and investigators are focusing on accidental causes because there is no evidence of criminal activity.