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• Just in: Restrictive Texas abortion law back in effect as appeals court issues stay

  09-10-2021 04:24
  A federal appeals court has allowed Texas to temporarily resume banning most abortions, just one day after clinics across the state began rushing to serve patients again for the first time since early September.
  
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• Supreme Court to hear Trump's appeal for presidential immunity, further delaying Jan. 6 trial

  29-02-2024 00:15
  The court agreed to expedite the case and hear arguments the week of April 22.
  
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• Sheriff's deputy named infant's 'uncle' after saving her life in car crash: 'He's our angel'

  29-02-2024 00:05
  A sheriff's deputy in Florida is being hailed a hero by the family of a 6-month-old baby he helped save after a fatal car crash.
  
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• House and Senate leaders reach deal to avert partial government shutdown ahead of Friday's deadline

  28-02-2024 23:35
  House of Representatives and Senate leaders have reached a bipartisan deal to avert a partial government shutdown ahead of Friday's looming deadline.
  
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• 'Feud: Capote vs the Swans' shines light on iconic New York City locations

  28-02-2024 23:17
  The show tells the story of friendships and betrayal - and features iconic locations across New York City.
  
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• Businesses benefit from Charlotte the stingray's fame

  28-02-2024 23:15
  Charlotte the Stingray has been talked about on many platforms, and Hendersonville businesses are feeling the benefits of her popularity.
  
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• Supreme Court to hear Trump's appeal for presidential immunity, further delaying Jan. 6 trial | LIVE

  28-02-2024 23:14
  The court agreed to expedite the case and hear arguments the week of April 22.
  
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• Saint Augustine's students, staff left to deal with uncertain future amid accreditation worry

  28-02-2024 22:47
  Financial challenges and uncertainty continue to dominate Saint Augustine's University.
  
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• Black-led utopia legacy lives on in Soul City, North Carolina: 'Courage and Conviction'

  28-02-2024 22:45
  Soul City was built on a utopian dream of economic opportunity for African Americans.
  
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• 10 board games for players of all ages

  28-02-2024 22:37
  Shop these 10 board games to enjoy with your friends and family.
  
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• Wake County jails near capacity; sheriff calls for long-term fix

  28-02-2024 22:12
  The Sheriff of Wake County urged county leaders to invest in a long term fix for the local jail.
  
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• Richard Lewis, comedian and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' star, dies at 76

  28-02-2024 22:07
  Richard Lewis, the beloved comedian whose long career recently included a high-profile stint on the HBO series "Curb Your Enthusiasm," has died, his spokesperson confirmed.
  
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• Judge denies Donald Trump's attempt to freeze his civil fraud judgment

  28-02-2024 21:55
  
  Trump's lawyers had argued that provisions of the verdict make it impossible for the former president to secure a bond for the full $454 million.
  
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• Low-End Severe Risk Until 9pm Tonight

  28-02-2024 21:32
  Wind gusts at 40mph or more will affect parts of the viewing area.
  
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• 240 students secluded, restrained for disciplinary reasons at Wake County Public Schools in 2023

  28-02-2024 21:31
  In response to a settled lawsuit concerning a Wake County Public Schools student being restrained and secluded in a closet, the school district is re-evaluating its disciplinary policy.
  
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• Trump offers $100 million bond to pause his civil fraud penalty

  28-02-2024 21:26
  Trump's lawyers argue that provisions of the verdict make it impossible for the former president to secure a bond for the full $454 million.
  
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• Einstein medical school in NY to offer free tuition for all students after $1B donation

  28-02-2024 20:56
  Montefiore Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York will offer free tuition for students in perpetuity after receiving a $1 billion donation from its board chair.
  
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• ABC News' Linsey Davis celebrates girls' ambitions in new children's book

  28-02-2024 20:18
  Lindsey Davis' new children's book aims to create conversations about gender equality, diversity and women's achievements.
  
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• Freeform's Chrissy & Dave Dine Out Features Little Ethiopia's Meals by Genet

  28-02-2024 20:13
  Freeform's Chrissy & Dave Dine Out Features Little Ethiopia's Meals by Genet.
  
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• Saint Augustine's University accreditation appeal denied; 'It hurts,' alums say

  28-02-2024 20:08
  The decision comes a week after the university presented its case to keep accreditation.
  
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• Oscars 2024: Ryan Gosling, Becky G to perform nominated original songs at Academy Awards

  28-02-2024 19:43
  We now know who will perform this year's nominated songs at the 96th Academy Awards.
  
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• Idaho delays execution of serial killer Thomas Eugene Creech after failed lethal injection attempts

  28-02-2024 19:38
  Idaho on Wednesday delayed the execution of serial killer Thomas Eugene Creech, one of the longest-serving death row inmates in the U.S., after a failed attempt at lethal injection.
  
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• Auli'i Cravalho confirms she's returning for 'Moana 2'

  28-02-2024 19:14
  It's official: Auli'i Cravalho is returning as the voice of Moana for the upcoming animated sequel.
  
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• Ryan Gosling to sing 'I'm Just Ken' at 96th Academy Awards

  28-02-2024 19:00
  Ryan Gosling isn't just heading to the Oscars as a nominee, he'll also perform everyone's favorite power ballad from "Barbie."
  
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• ECU employee shot in 'unprovoked attack' outside Greenville elementary school

  28-02-2024 18:40
  An East Carolina University employee was shot in an unprovoked attack near an elementary school, according to Greenville Police Department.
  
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• Mitch McConnell will step down as Senate Republican leader in November after record run in the job

  28-02-2024 18:33
  Mitch McConnell says he'll step down as Senate Republican leader in November. The 82-year-old Kentucky lawmaker is the longest-serving Senate leader in history.
  
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• Adele postpones Las Vegas residency shows due to being sick

  28-02-2024 18:29
  Adele is postponing upcoming dates of her Las Vegas residency "Weekends with Adele" after falling ill.
  
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• Supreme Court hears challenge to Trump-era ban on bump stocks in a major gun control case

  28-02-2024 18:10
  The Supreme Court is hearing arguments Wednesday challenging the Donald Trump-era regulation that treats bump stocks as machine guns and bans Americans from owning them.
  
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• Artist with Down syndrome crafts colorful pillows to share with the world

  28-02-2024 18:01
  Lucia Castrogiovanni, an artist who has Down syndrome, creates colorful pillows to share with the world!
  
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• Wendy's says it has no plans to raise prices during the busiest times at its restaurants

  28-02-2024 17:05
  Wendy's says that it has no plans to increase prices during the busiest times at its restaurants.
  
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