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• Polar Ice The Size Of India Has Melted Into The Sea, Scientists Say

  06-12-2016 07:12
  
  As global temperatures continue to rise and break records, polar sea ice covering an area about the size of India has vanished, according to climate scientists.
  
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• Comcast planning to bundle Peacock, Netflix, Apple TV

  14-05-2024 19:48 via kfor.com
  
  (The Hill) -- Comcast is planning a bundle that will include access to Peacock, Netflix and Apple TV, the company's chair said this week.
  The new service, which will be called "StreamSaver," will be available to Comcast broadband, TV and mobile customers later this year, Variety reported, citing remarks from Comcast Chair Brian Roberts at the Moffet Nathanson Investor Conference on Tuesday.The service will “come at a vastly reduced price to anything available today,” Roberts sai
  
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• Kelly Clarkson makes weight loss confession

  14-05-2024 19:47 via kfor.com
  
  NEW YORK (WJW) -- Singer and talk show host Kelly Clarkson came clean about her recent weight loss.During an interview with "The View" host Whoopi Goldberg on Monday's "The Kelly Clarkson Show," Clarkson admitted to taking a weight loss drug to lose weight.Kelly Clarkson Feb. 2024 (Photo Credit: Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)
  In January, Clarkson told People magazine that diet and exercise helped her slim down. She made no mention of weight loss drugs.Her confession came after complimenting Goldber
  
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• ATF investigates 2023 fatal Okmulgee fire

  14-05-2024 19:05 via kfor.com
  
  OKMULGEE, Okla. (KFOR) - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Muskogee Field Office is looking for more information regarding a fatal fire from November 2023.On November 15, 2023, around 5:55 a.m., a fire happened near the 1000 block of W. 6th St. in Okmulgee, Oklahoma.LOCAL NEWS: Inmates removed toilet to escape Caddo County Jail
  According to ATF, once the fire was put out, three bodies were discovered. Investigators began looking into the incident and are looking for the pub
  
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• FBI warns terrorist groups may target pride events, venues

  14-05-2024 18:56 via kfor.com
  
  NEW YORK (WPIX) - On Monday, the FBI issued a warning about foreign terrorist organizations potentially targeting LGBTQ events and venues during Pride Month.The feds announced there's a heightened threat environment from foreign terrorist organizations, like ISIS, surrounding upcoming LGBTQ+ pride events.With Pride Month about three weeks away, there is excitement in New York City.“It’s incredibly disheartening and troubling,” said openly gay city Councilman Erik Bottcher.He lo
  
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• Why flags will be lowered on Wednesday

  14-05-2024 18:53 via kfor.com
  
  WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) - On Wednesday, the American flag will be flown from sunup to sundown at half-staff to honor Peace Officers Memorial Day.It is one of two days in which federal law requires American flags be lowered to half-staff. The other is Memorial Day.Peace Officers Memorial Day is on May 15 each year. It is set aside to honor local, state and federal peace officers who have died or been disabled in the line of duty."On Peace Officers Memorial Day and during Police Week, we recognize th
  
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• Indeed to layoff 1,000 employees, cutting about 8% of its US workforce

  14-05-2024 18:51 via kfor.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Career site Indeed is letting go of roughly 8% of its staff, approximately 1,000 people, according to a letter shared with employees on Monday.The layoffs affect many groups and regions, but they are not across the board. The impacted jobs are mostly concentrated in the U.S. and more focused on "R&D and some Go-to-Market teams," CEO Chris Hyams said in the letter.
  Around this time last year, Indeed laid off about 15% of its staff, citing a decrease of job openings
  
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• Aurora is back: Northern lights may be visible in these states Tuesday

  14-05-2024 18:48 via kfor.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – If you missed the spectacular northern lights displays over the weekend, you may have another chance to see the aurora Tuesday night — at least if you live up north.
  The solar activity predicted to hit Earth Tuesday night is much weaker than what we saw Friday and Saturday, so the line of visibility isn't expected to reach as far south this time.
  The weekend's geomagnetic storm had the highest, "extreme" G5 rating. With G5 storms, the northern lights can be visible a
  
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• Chia seeds sold at Walmart nationwide recalled over salmonella

  14-05-2024 18:45 via kfor.com
  
  (WKBN) - Chia seeds sold at Walmart stores nationwide have been recalled by Natural Sourcing International.
  The 32 oz. bags of Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds have a Lot Code of 24095 C018 and a UPC of 078742300665. They have an expiration date of October 30, 2026, according to the alert from the FDA
  (Courtesy: FDA)No adverse events associated with the seeds have been reported, but the recall was made as a precaution, the FDA said.
  Customers can identify the recalled seeds by the main label
  
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• Mustang Public Schools lowers number of allowable absences

  14-05-2024 18:14 via kfor.com
  
  MUSTANG, Okla. (KFOR) - Mustang Public Schools is launching a new attendance campaign for the 2024-25 school year.According to MPS, "Every Moment Matters" focuses on the impact of missing school on a student's academic journey.LOCAL NEWS: Choctaw-Nicoma Park principal celebrated for years of work
  “Every school day counts. Each absence is a lost opportunity for learning and growth,” said Mustang Superintendent Charles Bradley.Officials say the campaign is aimed at combating "chronic a
  
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• OKDHS includes additional storm-affected counties for replacement of SNAP benefits

  14-05-2024 18:09 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - The Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS) has announced the approvalfrom the United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (USDA-FNS) to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as "food stamps") replacement applications from households in additional storm-affected counties.
  The approval comes on the heels of the agency responding to SNAP households’ loss of food due to power outages from the April 27 and later storms. Red
  
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• OK Tourism & Recreation Dept. launches ‘Find Yourself in Oklahoma’ campaign

  14-05-2024 18:07 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department announced on Tuesday a partnership with local artists and creators to produce a stop-motion animation campaign driving tourism and economic impact."Find Yourself in Oklahoma" tourism marketing campaign is set to feature local artists’ production of a fully animated stop-motion video series, according to Tourism and Recreation officials.
  “Oklahoma has never been showcased in a more vibrant, culturally rich and uniqu
  
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• Man accused of trying to burglarize cars downtown

  14-05-2024 17:13 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - Oklahoma City Police are looking for a man they say tried to burglarized two cars downtown.According to the Oklahoma City Police Department, a man attempted to burgle two vehicles around 1 a.m. on Sunday near Robert S. Kerr Ave. and Shartel Ave.LOCAL NEWS: Inmates removed toilet to escape Caddo County JailOKCPD searching for alleged car burglar. Image courtesy Oklahoma City Police.OKCPD searching for alleged car burglar. Image courtesy Oklahoma City Police.
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• Krispy Kreme partners with Dolly Parton for 'Southern Sweets' collection

  14-05-2024 16:49 via kfor.com
  
  NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) - Need a doughnut with your cup of ambition? Well, you're in luck thanks to Dolly Parton's new collection at Krispy Kreme.Courtesy: Krispy KremeThe doughnut chain teamed up with Parton to launch the “Dolly Southern Sweets Doughnut Collection,” available starting Tuesday. The limited-time collection includes four custom doughnuts approved by Dolly herself: 
  Dolly Dazzler Doughnut – an Original Glazed Doughnut dipped in strawberry icing
  
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• Watch: Actor Martin Short sworn in as mayor of California city

  14-05-2024 14:45 via kfor.com
  
  SAN DIEGO (KSWB/KUSI) -- Succeeding the likes of Jane Lynch, Rob Riggle, and David Hasselhoff, actor Martin Short is now the mayor of Funner, California.
  Harrah's Resort SoCal officially welcomed the comedian and actor as the city's newest mayor on Monday. Decked out in his signature purple suit and bow tie, the "Only Murders in the Building" star took the oath of office in front of Funner residents.
  During his induction ceremony, Short emphasized his enthusiasm for the opportunity to
  
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• Bethany Police investigate possible drive-by shooting

  14-05-2024 14:02 via kfor.com
  
  BETHANY, Okla. (KFOR) - Bethany Police say they are investigating a possible drive-by shooting Tuesday morning.According to police, officers responded to the area of NW 19th St. and Rockwell Ave. around 4 a.m.LOCAL NEWS: ‘Like an implosion’: Luther man’s home damaged by EF0 tornado
  No injuries have been reported and no arrests have been made.Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bethany Police Department. No more information is available as the investigation continues
  
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• Hit-and-run not likely in Noah Presgrove’s death, raising more questions

  14-05-2024 13:42 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — An autopsy report casts doubt on theories that 19-year-old Noah Presgrove may have been hit by a vehicle before being found dead along a rural highway last fall—leading to more questions for his family.Presgrove was found dead, lying along the side of US-81 near Terral, after attending a Labor Day party with friends in September 2023. Medical examiner: Noah Presgrove died from ‘blunt force injuries’News 4 previously reported an initial medical exami
  
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• 'Like an implosion': Luther man's home damaged by EF0 tornado

  14-05-2024 13:30 via kfor.com
  
  LUTHER, Okla. (KFOR) — A Luther man gave News 4 a tour around his property Monday after an early morning EF0 tornado caused severe damage.The National Weather Service confirmed a brief tornado touched down just after 4:30 a.m. on Monday about five miles southeast of Luther in Lincoln County, producing winds up to 80 mph."It sounded like an implosion," said Jimmy Macon, who was home at the time of the tornado. Oklahoma National Guard provides tornado relief to Sulphur residentsHe said in th
  
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• Oklahoma County Jail Trust discusses changing jail phone call costs

  14-05-2024 13:15 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — For inmates and their families, maintaining communication is usually top priority while serving their sentence.However, the cost of a phone call to someone in jail in Oklahoma isn't cheap, causing some families to make tough decisions."They need as many phone calls as possible to be made to family members, maybe close friends who have made a difference in the life of that person," said Derrick Scobey, Oklahoma Co. Jail Trust Member.According to a 2021 report by Priso
  
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• Susan Backlinie, actress from iconic scene in 'Jaws,' dies at 77

  14-05-2024 03:47 via kfor.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Susan Backlinie, perhaps best known to cinephiles as the first victim in the 1975 blockbuster “Jaws,” has died. She was 77.Sean Clark of Convention All Stars, of which Backlinie was a client, confirmed her passing over the weekend.Susan Backlinie is pictured at a horror expo in October 2023, in Parsippany, New Jersey. (Bobby Bank/Getty Images)
  “I worked with her for about 15 years and she was one of the nicest most easy going people I’ve ever dealt with,
  
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• 'Laughable': OK Senate shuts down the idea of a personal income tax cut happening this year

  14-05-2024 01:53 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR)- While the Governor and lawmakers are making progress on the FY25 budget, the Senate is still being hounded to consider a cut to the personal state income tax but it stands firm in that it will not happen this year.Governor Kevin Stitt hosted the third day of the 2024 Budget Summit Monday morning.The first hour of the meeting was consumed with another request for a personal income tax cut.
  Will you vote on and take up with your chamber the income tax cut for the poorest Okla
  
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• Choctaw-Nicoma Park principal celebrated for years of work

  14-05-2024 01:38 via kfor.com
  
  CHOCTAW, Okla. (KFOR) - A Choctaw-Nicoma Park school principal got a big surprise Monday morning. After working over 20 years there, the mayor dedicated an entire day to her.
  That day is May 13.Misti Tye didn’t expect to come into work Monday morning to cheers, hoops and hollers in her direction."I just can't even believe what they've done for me,” Tye said. "I just don't feel like I deserve this accolade."GOOD NEWS!: Red Ridge Nature Preserve planning for future
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• Neighbors say "person of interest" is related to triple murder victims, OSBI still searching for him

  14-05-2024 01:30 via kfor.com
  
  CHICKASHA, Okla. (KFOR) – OSBI has yet to identify three people found shot to death on Saturday inside of a home on S 6th Street. Chickasha Police discovered the bodies around 11:30 a.m. Saturday morning and called in OSBI to lead the investigation."All three are adults, two females and one male," said Hunter McKee, OSBI spokesperson.Crime scene investigators were seen going into the home and the house next door for hours on Saturday.On Monday morning, yellow tape was removed from outside
  
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• Collapsed Baltimore bridge span comes down with a boom after crews set off chain of explosives

  14-05-2024 00:35 via kfor.com
  
  BALTIMORE (AP) — Crews set off a chain of carefully placed explosives Monday to break down the largest remaining span of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, and with a boom and a splash, the mangled steel trusses came crashing down into the river below.
  The explosives flashed orange and let off plumes of black smoke upon detonation. The longest trusses toppled away from the grounded Dali container ship and slid off its bow, sending a wall of water splashing back toward the
  
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• ODOT urging drivers to avoid I-235 work zone, construction causing major delays

  14-05-2024 00:30 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - Thousands of Oklahoma City metro drivers are dealing with daily headaches commuting to and from work along one of the city’s busiest interstates. The I-235 construction, just north of I-40, is causing heavy traffic delays and impacting the daily commute even more.  “It's getting bad,” said Alex Montgomery, an Oklahoma driver. With over 100,000 travelers a day, southbound I-235 was already one of the most heavily traveled areas in the Oklaho
  
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• Elk City valedictorian is Princeton bound thanks to a perfect ACT score and good Chinese cooking

  14-05-2024 00:30 via kfor.com
  
  ELK CITY, Okla. (KFOR) – Becky Yang usually sits in one of the booths nearest the front door of her parents' restaurant, close by in case they might need help at the Golden China on the west edge of town."When it's really busy," she smiles, "I can practice math and be a cashier for a bit."Andy and Jenny don't know a lot of English.They came from the countryside, on the mainland near Hong Kong in the early 90s, and moved to Elk City when Becky was young to take over operations."I was around
  
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• Inmates removed toilet to escape Caddo County Jail

  14-05-2024 00:23 via kfor.com
  
  ANADARKO, OKLA (KFOR) —The Caddo County Sheriff's Office is now releasing details on how three inmates, including a murder suspect, escaped the Caddo County Jail in Anadarko last week.All three inmates were found more than 50 miles away at Resthaven Funeral Home and Memory Gardens in Oklahoma City.CAPTURED: Caddo Co. escapees back in custody"To hear that they caught the the escapees in the cemetery in Oklahoma City, totally bizarre. Blew us away," said Michael Kelly, the managing partner o
  
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• Roaring Kitty returns, and GameStop surges 40%

  14-05-2024 00:03 via kfor.com
  
  The man at the center of the pandemic meme stock craze returned to the social platform X for the first time in three years and sent prices of some of those stocks surging overnight.Keith Gill, better known as “Roaring Kitty,” posted an image on Sunday of a man sitting forward in his chair, a meme used by gamers when things are getting serious.He followed that tweet with a YouTube video from years before saying, “That’s all for now cuz I’m out of breath. FYI her
  
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• Jazz saxophonist David Sanborn dies at 78

  14-05-2024 00:02 via kfor.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- David Sanborn, known for playing the saxophone on tracks with David Bowie, Stevie Wonder and other iconic artists, has died at age 78.Sanborn died Sunday in Terrytown, New York, after a years-long battle with prostate cancer. Health issues forced him to cancel several scheduled shows earlier this month.US saxophonist David Sanborn performs on the Stravinski Hall stage at the 43rd Montreux Jazz Festival in Montreux, Switzerland, late Thursday, July 9, 2009. (AP Photo/Keyston
  
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• VIDEO: Crews conduct controlled demolition of Baltimore bridge wreckage

  14-05-2024 00:01 via kfor.com
  
  BALTIMORE (AP) — Crews conducted a controlled demolition Monday to break down the largest remaining span of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.The explosives flashed orange and let off plumes of black smoke upon detonation, and the span crumpled into the water in seconds. The longest trusses toppled away from the grounded Dali container ship and slid off its bow, sending a wall of water splashing back toward the ship.Explosive charges are detonated to bring down
  
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