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House explosion sends one to hospital

By Alexandra Simon Click here for updates on this story     COMMERCIAL TOWNSHIP, New Jersey (KYW) — A man was airlifted to the hospital after a house explosion in Cumberland County, New Jersey, early Monday morning. New Jersey State Police told CBS News Philadelphia the 60-year-old Millville, New Jersey, resident was taken to the hospital with

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UCLA students return to in-person classes following nearly 2 weeks of protests

By Jaysha Patel Click here for updates on this story     LOS ANGELES (KABC) — After more than a week of remote learning in the aftermath of pro-Palestinian protests and counterprotests on campus, UCLA students are returning to campus for in-person classes. The university announced its return to regular operations on Saturday, saying, “any serious disruptions

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‘There was sky where the ceilings should be’: Residents recall damage left behind by EF2 tornado

By Yazmin Rodriguez Click here for updates on this story     FINLEYVILLE, Pennsylvania (WTAE) — It’s been almost 24 hours since residents in Washington County were faced with a terrifying situation. An EF2 tornado touched down, based on a preliminary rating, causing many to shelter and wait out the damage. One of those places where people

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Seriously burned firefighter released from hospital

By A.J. Bayatpour Click here for updates on this story     MILWAUKEE (WDJT) — A firefighter seriously injured while responding to a deadly house fire last month returned home from the hospital Friday afternoon. The Milwaukee Fire Department announced Ryan McMenamin was released Friday afternoon from Ascension St. Mary’s Hospital. McMenamin suffered serious burns when he

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Fleeing a traffic stop is only a misdemeanor in Illinois, and police chiefs want to change that

By Jermont Terry Click here for updates on this story     CHICAGO (WBBM) — The punishment for taking off during a traffic stop is only a misdemeanor in Illinois—and law enforcement leaders are looking to fight back against such offenses, which amount to an ongoing problem. Police chiefs across Chicagoland say they need stricter laws, saying

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Woman receives $3,500 water bill

KDKA By Ricky Sayer Click here for updates on this story     RESERVE TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — A woman in Reserve Township was hit with a shocking water bill. Kristen Rebel has 10 days to pay the $3,514.54 tab, but she said she never used the water she’s being charged for. Rebel said she normally pays

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Woman receives $3,500 water bill

By Ricky Sayer Click here for updates on this story     RESERVE TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — A woman in Reserve Township was hit with a shocking water bill. Kristen Rebel has 10 days to pay the $3,514.54 tab, but she said she never used the water she’s being charged for. Rebel said she normally pays $200

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Man’s biotech detour led to pub crawl career

KPIX By Andrea Nakano Click here for updates on this story     SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX) — A San Francisco man has found success in an unexpected field and he’s helping local businesses survive. Matt Seliga once had his sights set on medical school. “I graduated college then moved to Baltimore,” he said. “I was working at

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Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: TWEF’s International Women’s Leadership Summit with Tyra Banks Raises Over $300,000

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     May 10, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — The Texas Women’s Empowerment Foundation (TWEF) celebrated its 20th Annual International Women’s Leadership Summit, a beacon of inspiration and advocacy for women in leadership. Held at the distinguished Hotel ZaZa in Houston’s Museum District, the event was

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Harris Health System Initiates Groundbreaking $1.6 Billion Hospital Project in Northeast Houston

By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     May 10, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — A significant stride was taken in enhancing healthcare infrastructure in Northeast Houston as the Harris Health System, in collaboration with UTHealth Houston and local governmental authorities, celebrated the groundbreaking of a new $1.6 billion hospital facility. This event

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The Truman Library honors former President Harry S. Truman’s 140th birthday

By Martin Augustine Click here for updates on this story     INDEPENDENCE, Missouri (KMBC) — The Truman Presidential Library in Independence, Missouri, commemorated the 140th anniversary of former President Harry Truman’s birth on Wednesday with a special ceremony The event highlighted Truman’s significant impact on the 20th century. The ceremony was held at his gravesite, featuring

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Public schools agrees to repay over $500K in COVID-19 relief funds, but claims no rules were broken

By Dacoda Wahpekeche Click here for updates on this story     Oklahoma (KOCO) — Mid-Del Public Schools committed to repaying more than $500,000 in federal COVID-19 relief funds that were spent on athletic fields. State Superintendent Ryan Walters labeled this as a blatant misuse of federal tax dollars. “They have made terrible decisions there. They’ve mismanaged

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Westminster Public Schools tackles teacher shortages, mental health with existing staff in Colorado

By Gabriela Vidal Click here for updates on this story     COLORADO (KCNC) — First-grade teacher Germaine Santistevan-Watts greets her students every morning at the door with hugs and words of encouragement. “It’s rewarding. It really is. Seeing the kids just get so excited when they complete something, a target,” said Santistevan-Watts. She has been teaching

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