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Bill Gates’ daughter Jennifer jokes about conspiracy theory after getting Covid-19 vaccine
Jennifer K. Gates, the daughter of Microsoft founder Bill Gates, got her first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine on Friday and offered a lighthearted…
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Cassidy says Trump’s ‘force wanes’ and defends guilty vote after Louisiana GOP censure
Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy on Sunday stood by his vote to convict Donald Trump during the former President’s second impeachment trial,…
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Biden has no good options on Afghanistan with deadline for troop withdrawal looming
The Biden administration is just weeks away from having to make a decision whether to end the nearly 20-year military deployment in Afghanistan that…
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BBC News banned in China, one week after CGTN’s license withdrawn in the UK
In an apparent tit-for-tat move, BBC World News has been banned from airing in China, according to a statement from China’s National Radio and…
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Fox News is moving further to the right
Fox News has amped up its highly charged rhetoric in the post-Trump era, focusing on bashing the left and President Joe Biden. With Donald Trump out…
Continue Reading Plaskett on Trump’s acquittal: ‘We didn’t need more witnesses, we needed more senators with spines’
Del. Stacey Plaskett on Sunday defended the Democratic House managers’ decision not to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump’s…
Continue Reading The one thing impeachment accomplished
On March 2, 1797, President George Washington wrote a letter comparing himself to a “wearied traveler who sees a resting place, and is bending…
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Novak Djokovic becomes just second man in history to reach 300 grand slam wins
Novak Djokovic became just the second man in history to reach 300 grand slam wins with victory over Milos Raonic in the fourth round of the…
Continue Reading UAE’s Hope Probe Mars mission sends back its first picture of red planet
The United Arab Emirates’ first Mars mission has returned its first picture of the red planet. The Emirates Mars Mission, known as the Hope…
Continue Reading Trump acquitted for second time following historic Senate impeachment trial
The Senate acquitted former President Donald Trump in his second impeachment trial Saturday, voting that Trump was not guilty of inciting the deadly…
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Japan rocked by ‘aftershock’ from devastating 9.0-magnitude quake that hit in 2011
A powerful earthquake that hit Japan on Saturday was an aftershock of the devastating 9.0 magnitude quake that struck the same area almost 10 years…
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Novak Djokovic becomes just second man in history to reach 300 grand slams wins
Novak Djokovic became just the second man in history to reach 300 grand slams wins with victory over Milos Raonic in the fourth round of the…
Continue Reading ‘SNL’ takes on Trump’s impeachment acquittal
The Senate acquitted former President Donald Trump in his second impeachment trial Saturday, and “Saturday Night Live” made sure to…
Continue Reading Hogan says he would have voted to convict Trump in Senate trial and looks to future of GOP
Maryland GOP Gov. Larry Hogan on Sunday praised Senate Republicans who broke with the party ranks and voted against former President Donald Trump in…
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How the dark and sordid past of the Cecil Hotel inspired Netflix’s latest crime show
Something you have on your 2021 bingo card? Netflix is adding another true-crime series to its ever-growing roster. “Crime Scene: The Vanishing…
Continue Reading George Ryan Fast Facts
Here is a look at the life of George Ryan, the former governor of Illinois who served time in prison after being convicted on racketeering,…
Continue Reading Justin Bieber Fast Facts
Here’s a look at the life of Grammy Award-winning singer Justin Bieber. Personal Birth date: March 1, 1994 Birth place: London, Ontario, Canada…
Continue Reading Several homes damaged in possible tornado in Seminole, Florida
At least six homes in Seminole, Florida, were damaged when an unconfirmed tornado or waterspout moved through a waterway in the gated Boca Ciega…
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They love each other but Covid has torn them apart
When Riëtte Badenhorst got home from her cancer surgery in South Africa, all her fiancé Steve Mann could do was comfort her on the phone, all the…
Continue Reading George Washington’s message for Donald Trump
On March 2, 1797, President George Washington wrote a letter comparing himself to a “wearied traveler who sees a resting place, and is bending…
Continue Reading How Italy changed Stanley Tucci forever
Stanley Tucci wants to put you straight about Italy. A land where the sun shines, the nonnas smile and every plate of spaghetti bolognese comes…
Continue Reading Cat has plastic buttons sewn to its face after a dog attack
A 7-month-old kitten named Juicebox could have lost all nine of his lives when his family’s dog attacked him. Instead, he was saved by some…
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Dangerous fugitive surrenders to Bingham Sheriff deputies
Bingham County Sheriff Office reported Sunday night fugitive Richard “Rocky” Iverson peacefully surrendered to Sheriff deputies and is in custody.…
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How to rekindle the flame that the pandemic extinguished
Absence makes the heart grow fonder, but how can you miss your love if they never go away? It’s a question many couples may be asking this…
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Rockland punches their ticket to State
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The defending 1A D2 champs are heading to Boise. Rockland beat Leadore 51-37 to secure a spot in the State Tournament.…
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Steadman’s 34 points helps Snake River secure a spot at State
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Former Local News 8 Athlete of the Week, Josee Steadman made sure the Snake River girls basketball team secured a spot in…
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Idaho State beats Idaho in an overtime thriller
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – It took overtime for the Idaho State men’s basketball team to beat Idaho. The Bengals took down the Vandals 64-58 on…
Continue Reading White House deputy press secretary resigns after threatening reporter over story about him
White House deputy press secretary TJ Ducklo, who threatened a reporter who asked about his relationship with another reporter, has resigned.…
Continue Reading Dallas police officer directing traffic killed by suspected drunk driver
A 32-year-old man was charged with intoxication manslaughter after a car he was driving allegedly struck and killed a Dallas police officer who was…
Continue Reading Even after acquittal, GOP senators and Democratic managers hope rebuke of Trump has lasting impact
In the moments after former President Donald Trump was acquitted by the Senate for a second time in a little more than a year, Senate Minority Leader…
Continue Reading Biden says ‘democracy must always be defended’ after Trump’s acquittal in second impeachment trial
President Joe Biden weighed in late Saturday night on former President Donald Trump’s acquittal in his second impeachment trial, saying that…
Continue Reading Louisiana Republican Party censures Cassidy following vote to convict Trump
The Louisiana Republican Party swiftly moved Saturday to censure GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy after he voted earlier in the day to convict former President…
Continue Reading This was no triumph for Trump
There was never a doubt that former President Donald Trump would escape conviction in his latest impeachment trial. The “jurors” were,…
Continue Reading NYPD deploys 500 officers to patrol subways after four stabbings in less than 24 hours
The New York City Police Department is deploying an additional 500 officers to patrol the city’s subway system after four stabbings in less…
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Pebble Creek hosts Demo Day
On Saturday, Pebble Creek Ski Area hosted a Demo Day, with nine different vendors coming out to show off their new…
Continue Reading Fact check: Trump lawyer closes impeachment defense with a barrage of dishonesty
Former President Donald Trump’s impeachment defense was dishonest from start to finish. Prior to Trump’s Senate acquittal on Saturday on…
Continue Reading McConnell blames Trump but voted not guilty anyway
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell directly blamed former President Donald Trump for fomenting last month’s riot but voted Saturday to…
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258 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 258 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths on…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 77 new COVID-19 cases in the area, 3 new deaths
Local health officials reported 77 new COVID-19 cases and three new deaths in the area Saturday.…
Continue Reading These Republicans voted to convict Trump in his second impeachment trial
Seven Republican senators joined with Democrats in voting to convict former President Donald Trump at the conclusion of his second impeachment trial.…
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Nearly a third of US adults are undecided about the Covid-19 vaccine. Some say friends and family could sway them
Though officials and health experts say the end of the Covid-19 pandemic will rely on a large proportion of Americans being inoculated, nearly a…
Continue Reading Senators applauded Eugene Goodman’s courage yet failed to show any themselves
On Friday, senators recognized Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman’s courage and gave him a standing ovation for risking his own life to save…
Continue Reading Trump has privately voiced concern about being charged related to January 6 riot
Former President Donald Trump has privately voiced concern in the last two weeks about whether he could face charges as a result of the January 6…
Continue Reading GOP lawmaker tied to surprise call for witnesses in Trump impeachment trial has broken with party before
The Republican congresswoman who triggered a surprise call for witnesses in the waning hours of former President Donald Trump’s second…
Continue Reading Why Democrats blinked in the Senate impeachment trial
On Saturday morning, Democrats appeared to score a coup: Winning a surprise vote on calling witnesses in the impeachment trial of former President…
Continue Reading Read McConnell’s remarks on the Senate floor following Trump’s acquittal
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell delivered remarks from the Senate floor on Saturday after a historic vote to acquit former President Donald…
Continue Reading An 8-year-old border collie named Lulu is inheriting a $5 million trust
A Nashville dog named Lulu is a newly minted millionaire. Yep, you read that right. Her owner’s last will and testament has made the 8-year-old…
Continue Reading Two Southern sheriff’s offices are offering Valentine’s Day deal for exes
Two sheriff’s offices in the South are offering up a Valentine’s Day deal for those who have exes with colorful histories. North…
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One person dead in Idaho Falls house fire
One person is dead after a home caught fire near Timber Lane in Idaho…
Continue Reading What if Trump hadn’t had Twitter
It has only been a month since Trump was booted from Twitter and other social media platforms, but already the nasty slogans have slowed and the…
Continue Reading Read Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s speech following Trump’s acquittal
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer spoke from the floor of the US Senate on Saturday, immediately following the historic vote to acquit former…
Continue Reading Public health bans issued against members of 5 fraternities at KU
Click here for updates on this story LAWRENCE, KS (KCTV) — The University of Kansas issued public health bans against…
Continue Reading Trump was aware Pence had been evacuated to secure location as rioters stormed Capitol
President Donald Trump was aware his vice president had been evacuated to a secure location as rioters stormed the US Capitol, according to a person…
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Trump acquitted for second time following historic Senate impeachment trial
The Senate has acquitted former President Donald Trump in his second impeachment trial Saturday, voting that Trump was not guilty of inciting the…
Continue Reading Obamacare exchanges to open without more money for enrollment assistance
Uninsured Americans can start signing up for coverage on the federal Affordable Care Act exchange starting Monday, but the Biden administration has…
Continue Reading McConnell votes to acquit Trump in second impeachment trial
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell sharply criticized former President Donald Trump’s actions for fomenting the attack on the Capitol last…
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URGENT – Senate votes to acquit Trump
(CNN) — The Senate votes 57-43 to acquit former President Donald Trump of inciting an insurrection at the US Capitol. Seven Republican senators…
Continue Reading How to love yourself this Galentine’s Day
Who needs Valentine’s Day during a year when getting close to people means you could catch a lot more than a case of lovesick? This is the…
Continue Reading Senators vote to acquit Trump in impeachment trial
Former President Donald Trump has received enough not guilty votes to be acquitted in his Senate impeachment trial, which requires a two-thirds vote…
Continue Reading Group plans tribute for husband, wife square dancers who died from COVID-19
Click here for updates on this story ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The sadness of losing a loved one to COVID-19 is hard to…
Continue Reading An Alabama animal shelter is using speed dating to get longtime residents adopted for Valentine’s Day
An animal shelter in Auburn, Alabama, is spicing up Valentine’s Day for its animals by matching them with potential owners in a unique way. The…
Continue Reading GOP Sen. Mike Lee hands over phone records to House impeachment managers
GOP Sen. Mike Lee of Utah has turned over phone records to the House impeachment managers, shedding light on the timing of a call that had been…
Continue Reading Senate impeachment trial: Final vote expected later Saturday after surprise witness fight resolved
The Senate is poised Saturday to move to a final vote and acquit former President Donald Trump after Democrats backed away from a call for witnesses…
Continue Reading LeBron James breaks NBA record for most career turnovers
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James just set a new NBA record, but it probably won’t be the highlight of his legendary career. James…
Continue Reading CDC is not recommending a Covid-19 test requirement before domestic travel
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is not recommending a Covid-19 testing requirement before domestic air travel, the CDC tells CNN.…
Continue Reading Several injured in crash involving more than 20 vehicles on icy Nashville road
At least a dozen people were injured Saturday when 21 vehicles were involved in a crash on an icy Nashville road, the city’s fire department…
Continue Reading Man to be honored for saving man from sinking truck
Click here for updates on this story MOBILE, AL (WALA) — The City of Prichard will honor James “Bubba”…
Continue Reading Pence’s former chief of staff has been contacted about providing information in impeachment trial
Marc Short, former Vice President Mike Pence’s chief of staff, has been contacted about providing information to House impeachment managers…
Continue Reading As attacks against Asian Americans spike, advocates call for action to protect communities
A string of recent attacks against Asian Americans has communities and advocates on high alert, especially as many in the United States gather this…
Continue Reading Woman sitting alone in high school parking lot gets carjacked
Click here for updates on this story Sebewaing Township, MI (WNEM) — A mid-Michigan high school turned into a crime…
Continue Reading Powerful earthquake hits Japan near Fukushima
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck off the coast of eastern Japan, close to Fukushima, late Saturday evening leaving at least 12 people injured. The…
Continue Reading Businesses and nonprofits prepare for cold St. Louis temperatures
Click here for updates on this story ST. LOUIS, MO (KMOV) — People across the metro are looking for warmth with the…
Continue Reading Ashley Judd recounts ‘harrowing’ leg injury in African jungle
Actress Ashley Judd is in an ICU unit in South Africa after her leg was “shattered” in an accident in the Congo, which she recounted in…
Continue Reading Trooper won’t let pandemic stop Black History Month education
Click here for updates on this story OMAHA, Ne (WOWT) — Trooper Keith Bell has been with the Nebraska state patrol for…
Continue Reading Trump may end up lucky
Donald Trump may end up as a very lucky guy. Lucky because if he gets acquitted again and avoids disqualification from future office in his second…
Continue Reading Proud Boys leader charged in DC violated release conditions, court officials say
Court officials say the leader of the far-right Proud Boys, who was arrested shortly before the insurrection at the US Capitol on January 6, violated…
Continue Reading Heat Up St. Louis raises $700,000 to help those in need but says funds could be exhausted by March
Click here for updates on this story ST. LOUIS, MO (KMOV) — The 21st annual Rise and Shine for Heat took place Friday…
Continue Reading House Democrats surprise Senate with request to hear from witnesses at impeachment trial
In a surprise twist, House impeachment managers asked the Senate on Saturday morning to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump’s…
Continue Reading Here are the Republicans who voted to hear witnesses at Trump’s impeachment trial
Five Republicans voted with Democrats on Saturday in favor of allowing witnesses during former President Donald Trump’s second impeachment…
Continue Reading Impeachment trial thrown into uncertainty with vote for witnesses as questions build about Trump’s failure to protect Pence
Donald Trump’s impeachment trial was thrown into uncertainty Saturday with the Senate’s vote to agree to call witnesses after questions…
Continue Reading Another defensive meltdown condemns Liverpool to third straight Premier League defeat
Liverpool’s defense of its Premier League title is rapidly evaporating after yet another calamitous defensive performance condemned Jurgen…
Continue Reading Televangelist Frederick K.C. Price dies following hospitalization for Covid-19. He was 89
Televangelist Frederick K.C. Price, whose Los Angeles ministry became a megachurch with about 28,000 members and televised services that reached…
Continue Reading Socially distanced Mardi Gras celebration
Click here for updates on this story NATCHITOCHES, La (KTBS) — The Krewe of Excellence Natchitoches extends an…
Continue Reading Black History Month: Bessie Coleman
Born to sharecroppers in a small Texas town, Elizabeth “Bessie” Coleman became interested in flying while living in Chicago, where stories about…
Continue Reading Trump should thank his lucky stars
Donald Trump may end up as a very lucky guy. Lucky because if he gets acquitted again and avoids disqualification from future office in his second…
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Marsh Valley upsets top-ranked Snake River
Looking to sweep the season series against the top-ranked team in 3A, Marsh Valley rallied in the second half to upset Snake River…
Continue Reading Fire damages a summer camp Paul Newman founded for sick children in Connecticut
Authorities are investigating a fire that broke out at a summer camp founded by the late actor Paul Newman for seriously ill children and their…
Continue Reading McConnell will vote to acquit Trump in second impeachment trial
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has told his colleagues that he will vote to acquit former President Donald Trump of inciting the insurrection…
Continue Reading Former Australian PM on dealing with China, and how the U.S. could help free two detained Canadians
Click here for updates on this story Toronto, Ontario (CTV News) — U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration has the…
Continue Reading US Capitol Police officers issue vote of no confidence for acting chief, other top leaders
Members of the US Capitol Police issued a vote of no confidence in the force’s top leaders more than a month after the January 6 riot at the…
Continue Reading Snow causing treacherous conditions in Northeast Portland
Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, OR (KPTV) — Snow fell steadily in Northeast Portland on Friday, leaving…
Continue Reading Local mother warns against helmet clinics
Click here for updates on this story NASHVILLE, TN (WSMV) — News 4 Investigates is looking into the condition known as…
Continue Reading ‘I did not know if the door was locked’: Sen. Patty Murray relives hiding in her office while mob pounded outside
Democratic Sen. Patty Murray hid just “inches away” as violent rioters descended upon the US Capitol on January 6, pounding on the door…
Continue Reading Another defensive meltdown sees Liverpool slip to third straight Premier League defeat
Liverpool’s defense of its Premier League title is rapidly evaporating after yet another calamitous defensive performance condemned Jurgen…
Continue Reading Senate votes to hear witnesses at Trump’s impeachment trial
The Senate voted 55-45 to call witnesses at former President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial, with five Republicans joining with Democrats to…
Continue Reading Man who ran investment scam since he was a teen sentenced to federal prison
Click here for updates on this story Atlanta, GA (WGCL) — A 23-year-old man who ran an investment scam since he was a…
Continue Reading Wasted vaccines in Missouri and Kansas; new information reveals missed opportunities
Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, MO (KCTV ) — Vaccines are precious and KCTV5 knows many of you would…
Continue Reading America saw and heard January 6 all over again this week
For many Americans this week, myself included, the traumatizing videos the House managers presented during the impeachment trial elicited a visceral…
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