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• The Latest: Florida gov wants NYC passengers quarantined

  23-03-2020 23:35
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 374,000 people and killed over 16,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 100,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Florida governor wants arriving New York passengers to self-quarantine— Brazilian official overseeing virus suppression tests positive&m
  
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• Gov. Ducey defines ‘essential services’ in latest executive order

  23-03-2020 23:26
  
  TUCSON - With several businesses around the state pushing to stay open during the COVID-19 crisis, Gov. Doug Ducey issued an executive order Monday to specify which facilities are considered "essential" and allowed to stay open at this time.According to the governor, the following businesses and facilities are considered "essential services" under the executive order.
  Health care and public health operations, including hospitals, public health entities, distributors of personal protective equipm
  
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• Appointments now required for MVD office visits

  23-03-2020 22:50
  
  TUCSON - Arizona Department of Transportation has implemented a few new protocols after Gov. Doug Ducey issued an executive order to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 throughout the state last week.According to ADOT, people who wish to visit a Motor Vehicle Division office are required to make an appointment by calling a statewide service number, 602-712-2899. People who wish to make an appointment are advised to call between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. between Monday through Friday.Majority of MVD
  
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• PACC: Stay at Home and Foster a Pet

  23-03-2020 22:40
  
  Many people in Tucson have found themselves either working from home, attending classes from home or staying home with their children during the COVID-19 emergency. The Pima Animal Care Center hopes some will use this as an opportunity to foster a pet from their shelter, which has seen a rapid increase in animals as adoptions slow down but strays keep coming in.
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• The Latest: Italy’s 1st known virus patient leaves hospital

  23-03-2020 22:38
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 372,000 people and killed over 16,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 100,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Italy’s first known coronavirus patient leaves hospital— Arizona man dies after taking medicine touted by Trump— Inspectors
  
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• The Latest: Vatican’s daily paper suspends print edition

  23-03-2020 22:05
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 372,000 people and killed over 16,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 100,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Vatican’s daily newspaper suspends print edition for 2nd time ever— Sudanese government releasing over 4,200 prisoners to stem vir
  
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• British Prime Minster Boris Johnson orders closure of most stores, bans gatherings for three weeks to stop coronavirus.

  23-03-2020 21:30
  
  LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minster Boris Johnson orders closure of most stores, bans gatherings for three weeks to stop coronavirus.
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• Banner Health experts warn against self-medicating to prevent, treat COVID-19

  23-03-2020 21:28
  
  PHOENIX – Health officials are warning the public against the use of inappropriate medications and household products to prevent or treat COVID-19.
  According to Banner Health, a man has died and his wife is under critical care after the couple, both in their 60s, ingested chloroquine phosphate, an additive commonly used at aquariums to clean fish tanks.
  Within thirty minutes of ingestion, the couple experienced immediate effects requiring admittance to a nearby Banner Health hospital. 
  
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• The Latest: Cyprus issues nationwide stay-at-home order

  23-03-2020 21:08
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 372,000 people and killed over 16,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 100,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Cyprus issues nationwide 3-week ban on outside excursions— Hungry rodents hunt for food on Bourbon Street
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• Golder Ranch Fire to host blood drive

  23-03-2020 21:07
  
  TUCSON - Golder Ranch Fire District will host the American Red Cross Bloodmobile for a blood drive on April 7.The drive will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the parking lot of Golder Ranch Fire District Station 380 located at 1175 W. Magee Rd. The American Red Cross says they need the public’s help and that it has "never been more important to donate blood."When a member of the public donates blood, they will help to replenish the blood supply which is now at a severe level.
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• With Schools Closed, Some Childcare Options Exist for Parents

  23-03-2020 21:00
  
  Local child care is on shaky ground as more Tucson families are staying home to fight the spread of coronavirus after Gov. Doug Ducey extended school closures would continue through at least April 10.
  Last Monday, The City of Tucson also shut down their youth programs, KIDCO and SchoolzOut Camp, due to issues such as a lack of sanitation products at their sites.…
  
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• The Latest: Market swings may accelerate rebalancing needs

  23-03-2020 20:48
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — The Latest on the action in the financial markets (all times local):3:35 p.m.
  Investors usually have to rebalance their mix of stocks, bonds and cash periodically to ensure their portfolio remains aligned with their goals.
  But the turbulent swings in global markets the past few weeks have likely knocked many stock portfolios off course, making it necessary for investors to make changes, say analysts at BlackRock Investment Institute.The combination of sharp drops in stock p
  
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• Tucson-Area Schools Offering Free Grab-and-Go Meals for Kids

  23-03-2020 20:24
  
  The spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak has put a growing number of people out of work and Gov. Doug Ducey has extended school closures through at least April 10.While these measures may slow the community spread of the virus, but many families rely on school to provide free or economical breakfast and lunch for their children.Local school districts in Pima County have stepped up to provide alternative options for those families.Tucson Unified School District this week launched a grab-an
  
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• YMCA extends emergency child care services to April 10

  23-03-2020 20:17
  
  TUCSON - With school out due to the COVID-19 crisis, local YMCA facilities will be offering emergency child care through April 10 to help keep kids safe while their parents are at work.According to YMCA of Southern Arizona, the service currently costs $35 to register. Through a partnership with Nutrition One, this service also includes breakfast, snacks and lunch.People under the age of 18 can also receive a free meal at a participating location through this partnership.The following is a list o
  
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• The Latest: Myanmar confirms 2 cases of coronavirus

  23-03-2020 20:07
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 360,000 people and killed over 16,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 100,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Myanmar announces first two confirmed cases of coronavirus— British PM to address nation, may impose stricter rules to combat virus spre
  
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• Medicare and Coronavirus: What You Need to Know

  23-03-2020 20:00
  
  Seema Verma is the Administrator, U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.…
  
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• AZ House looks to include $50M in funding to help address COVID-19 crisis

  23-03-2020 19:43
  
  PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona House was back in session Monday to debate an emergency budget package that is likely to include $50 million in funding passed by the state Senate to address the coronavisis crisis.Republican Rep. T.J. Shope said the plan is to pass the Senate version that GOP House leaders balked at approving last week. Shope is a member of the House Republican majority leadership team.The rare bipartisan Senate package includes money to prevent evictions and foreclosures during
  
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• The Latest: Most NYSE floor traders work from home

  23-03-2020 19:26
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — The Latest on the action in the financial markets (all times local):1:40 p.m.Like many Americans, stock traders who normally crowd the floor of the New York Stock Exchange are having to adjust to working from home.The NYSE temporarily closed its trading floor in lower Mahattan Monday and shifted to all-electronic trading as a precautionary step after two people tested positive for COVID-19.“For today, I’m sitting here still watching the market, still conveying m
  
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• ‘Stay home and foster’: PACC changes operations amid COVID-19 outbreak

  23-03-2020 19:25
  
  TUCSON - Pima Animal Care Center is open but is changing up operations amid the coronavirus pandemic.
  The shelter attempts to serve the public and pets with emergency medical needs, all while practicing social distancing in order to keep everyone safe.
  Last April, PACC took in 1,600 pets, so the shelter is preparing now for the kitty and puppy season ahead.“This is an unprecedented event, and we need the community to come together to help us save lives,” says Director of Animal
  
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• South Africa to go into nationwide lockdown from Thursday to fight coronavirus spread; 3rd African country to do so

  23-03-2020 19:24
  
  JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa to go into nationwide lockdown from Thursday to fight coronavirus spread; 3rd African country to do so.
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• Coping Emotionally Through COVID-19: Three Lifelines If You're Struggling

  23-03-2020 19:24
  
  These are strange times we're living in. With "social distancing" now firmly in our vocabulary, and headlines that make the most anxious of us even more so, it can feel very lonely and isolating not just physically, but mentally as well.If you need someone to talk to, but maybe you don't feel comfortable speaking with someone you know, there are multiple options out there for you.Earlier today the City of Tucson tweeted out a number for the Warm Line.…
  
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• The Latest: Nearly 14,000 Americans stranded overseas

  23-03-2020 19:16
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 350,000 people and killed over 15,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 98,800 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Nearly 14,000 US citizens stranded abroad because of virus want help returning home— All non-essential businesses to close in Ontario, Ca
  
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• Woman celebrates 100th birthday in COVID-19 virus

  23-03-2020 19:12
  
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  (KOB/NBC News)  Eloisa Leyba was expecting to celebrate her 100th birthday while being surrounded by her family and friends, but the coronavirus left Leyba’s family thinking of other creative ways to celebrate her outstanding milestone.“We had a huge party planned but unfortunately we couldn't do that,” said Leyba’s daughter Rita Tyree.Leyba’s grandkids, great grandkids, nieces and nephews were all supposed to fly in to Albuquerque for the cel
  
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• Northwest Healthcare offers virtual visits for COVID-19 pre-screening

  23-03-2020 19:03
  
  Northwest Healthcare is offering virtual screening options specific to COVID-19.
  Individuals with concerns or mild to moderate symptoms specific to COVID-19 can use our VirtualHealthConnect app to speak with a healthcare provider using a smartphone or computer.
  Northwest says that virtual visits can take place from home, they can help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our community.COVID-19 cannot be diagnosed through a virtual visit, but doctors can evaluate symptoms such as fever, cough and sho
  
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• Fed Reserve to lend to large, small businesses to help during COVID-19

  23-03-2020 18:59
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — In its boldest effort to protect the U.S. economy from the coronavirus, the Federal Reserve says it will buy as much government debt as it deems necessary and will also begin lending to small and large businesses and local governments to help them weather the crisis.The Fed's announcement removes any dollar limits from its plans to support the flow of credit through an economy that has been ravaged by the viral outbreak.The central bank's all-out effort has now gone beyon
  
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• Hot-Rodders donate coronavirus supplies

  23-03-2020 18:56
  
  (KCRA/NBC News) -A group of classic car enthusiasts came together over the weekend in Folsom, California to gather supplies to help medical workers on front lines of the coronavirus fight.Many of the personal protection supplies doctors and nurses rely on are also used by car enthusiasts in their garages and paint booths."Car guys always have gloves, masks, eye protection," says event organizer Farhad Farzanegan.  "I worry about our front line people in the emergency departments especially
  
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• Canada’s most populous province, Ontario, is ordering closure of all non-essential businesses.

  23-03-2020 18:54
  
  TORONTO (AP) — Canada’s most populous province, Ontario, is ordering closure of all non-essential businesses.
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• 10th person since October dies in ICE custody

  23-03-2020 18:51
  
  HOUSTON (AP) — A 42-year-old Mexican man died in a South Texas hospital while being held pending his deportation.U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Monday identified the man as Ramiro Hernandez Ibarra and said he died Saturday after being hospitalized Thursday.ICE said Hernandez's preliminary cause of death was complications related to septic shock, but did not provide further details. Hernandez is the 10th person to die in ICE custody since October, the start of the governmental
  
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• The Latest: Italy’s day-to-day positive cases of virus drop

  23-03-2020 18:44
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 350,000 people and killed over 15,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 98,800 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Italy’s day-to-day positive cases of the coronavirus drop overnight.
  — Michigan orders statewide stay-at-home order to curb spread
  
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• DHS: Pandemic measures have cut illegal border crossings by half

  23-03-2020 18:42
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — A Trump administration official says illegal border crossings have dropped by half as the strictest U.S.-Mexico border policies yet went into place amid the coronavirus pandemic, despite confusion about how it was all working.Anyone caught crossing the border illegally is to be immediately returned back to Mexico or Canada, according to the new restrictions based on an order from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention late Friday.According Mark Morgan, the acting
  
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• YMCA Extends Childcare for Health Workers and First Responders as Well as Free Meals for Kids

  23-03-2020 18:37
  
  The YMCA has extended its efforts to provide childcare relief for some of the busiest and most critical workers during a pandemic: healthcare workers and first responders though April 10.The Y is now offering free breakfast and lunch as part of the arrangement and anyone under the age of 18 can pick up a free meal at any of the locations.Last week, the Y started providing childcare at the multiple sites throughout Pima County. Childcare assistance also includes meals and snacks for the children
  
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• The Latest: Boeing suspends operations in Seattle area

  23-03-2020 18:36
  
  CHICAGO (AP) — The Latest on the action in the financial markets (all times local):NoonBoeing is suspending operations at its Seattle area facilities due to the spread of coronavirus in the area, where dozens of people have been killed.Operations would be reduced beginning Wednesday, the company said in a statement, and production would be suspended for a two weeks.“This necessary step protects our employees and the communities where they work and live,” said Boeing President a
  
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• Vital meals help Holocaust survivors amid coronavirus crisis

  23-03-2020 18:31
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Brooklyn caterer Israel Frischman is continuing to prepare dozens of meals for elderly Holocaust survivors even though the Jewish community center that provides them owes him money.The Nachas Health and Family Network in Brooklyn has been forced to suspend its counseling services, exercise classes and Torah lessons due to the coronavirus outbreak. But it’s relying on the kindness of Frischman and volunteers to continue delivering vital kosher meals to survivors, many
  
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• Italy registers smaller day-to-day increase in new coronavirus cases for second straight day

  23-03-2020 18:27
  
  ROME (AP) — Italy registers smaller day-to-day increase in new coronavirus cases for second straight day.
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• The Latest: 24 TSA screening officers positive for virus

  23-03-2020 18:17
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 350,000 people and killed over 15,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 98,800 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— TSA says 24 screening officers at 10 airports test positive for the coronavirus.
  — Puerto Rico passes record $777 million financial packa
  
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• AZ Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Jump to 235; Pima County Today Has 24 Confirmed Cases

  23-03-2020 18:16
  
  The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Arizona jumped from 152 to 235 today, with seven new cases in Pima County bringing the total here to 24.…
  
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• Claytoonz: Trump, Tropes, and Trots

  23-03-2020 18:00
  
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• LATEST: 235 COVID-19 cases in AZ, 24 in Pima County

  23-03-2020 17:46
  
  TUCSON – There are now 24 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Pima County, according to data from the Arizona Department of Health Services.As of Monday morning, there are 235 reported cases in Arizona.Two deaths in connection to the virus have also been reported.Cases in other counties:Maricopa: 139, Navajo: 25, Coconino :17 Pinal: 17 Apache: 4Yavapai: 3 Graham: 2 Yuma 1 Cochise: 1 Santa Cruz: 1Arizona health officials announced on March 9 that Pima County recorded its first presumpt
  
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• LATEST: 234 COVID-19 cases in AZ, 24 in Pima County

  23-03-2020 17:46
  
  TUCSON – There are now 24 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Pima County, according to data from the Arizona Department of Health Services.As of Monday morning, there are 234 reported cases in Arizona.Two deaths in connection to the virus have also been reported.Cases in other counties:Maricopa: 139, Navajo: 25, Coconino :17 Pinal: 17 Apache: 4Yavapai: 3 Graham: 2 Yuma 1 Cochise: 1 Santa Cruz: 1Arizona health officials announced on March 9 that Pima County recorded its first presumpt
  
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• The Latest: United Nations wants cease-fire amid pandemic

  23-03-2020 17:45
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 350,000 people and killed over 15,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 98,800 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— The United Nations calls for an immediate cease-fire in conflicts around the world.— Slovakia hopes to test 3,000 people a day for the co
  
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• The Latest: WHO director warns virus spread accelerating

  23-03-2020 17:33
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 350,000 people and killed over 15,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 98,800 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Head of the World Health Organization says the coronavirus outbreak is accelerating.— Turks and Caicos has first case of COVID-19.
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• Volunteers take on mask shortage

  23-03-2020 17:27
  (KSL)  Like many hospitals across the country, doctors at Utah's Moab Regional Hospital are facing growing shortages in medical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic.However, dozens of women are taking social distancing a step further and working to stitching together emergency face masks and gowns for those on the outbreak’s front lines.Tammy Norman said she temporarily closed her business that caters to the tourism industry on Tuesday as part of efforts to avoid social interactions
  
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• UN chief calls for immediate cease-fire in conflicts around the world to tackle coronavirus pandemic

  23-03-2020 17:20
  
  UNITED NATIONS (AP) — UN chief calls for immediate cease-fire in conflicts around the world to tackle coronavirus pandemic.
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• PG&E pleading guilty to involuntary manslaughter in wildfire

  23-03-2020 17:01
  SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Pacific Gas & Electric has agreed to plead guilty to 84 counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the 2018 Northern California wildfire that killed 84 people and decimated three towns.
  The utility company says in a statement Monday it will also admit to a single count of unlawfully starting a fire.
  Under a plea agreement with the Butte County district attorney’s office, PG&E will pay the maximum fine of about $4 million.
  The company will also
  
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• The Latest: Trudeau says Canadians must stay at home

  23-03-2020 16:54
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 350,000 people and killed over 15,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 98,800 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Trudeau says Canada will enforce citizens staying home if needed.
  — German Chancellor Merkel negative for the coronavirus.— Harvey
  
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• German Chancellor Merkel’s spokesman says her first coronavirus test after possible exposure negative; more to be done

  23-03-2020 16:40
  
  BERLIN (AP) — German Chancellor Merkel’s spokesman says her first coronavirus test after possible exposure negative; more to be done.
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• US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo leaves Afghanistan, no word if power-sharing deal reached among squabbling politicians

  23-03-2020 16:35
  
  KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo leaves Afghanistan, no word if power-sharing deal reached among squabbling politicians.
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• The Latest: Biden urges Trump to use full federal authority

  23-03-2020 16:34
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 350,000 people and killed over 15,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 98,800 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Biden urges Trump to use full federal authority in fight against the coronavirus.— EU urges U.S. to make clear sanctions on Iran and Vene
  
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• Ex-Scottish leader Alex Salmond acquitted of all sex-crime charges, including one of intent to rape, in Edinburgh court

  23-03-2020 16:08
  
  EDINBURGH, Scotland (AP) — Ex-Scottish leader Alex Salmond acquitted of all sex-crime charges, including one of intent to rape, in Edinburgh court.
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• Northwest Fire receives grant to help prevent spread of COVID-19

  23-03-2020 16:02
  
  Northwest Fire District received a grant from the Gary Sinise Foundation that will provide important disinfecting and decontamination tools to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.The equipment will be used in ambulances, fire trucks and fire stations to ensure that harmful bacteria can be eliminated on a much greater scale than previously available, the fire department said.
  Due to manufacturing restraints, the two pieces of equipment are expected to arrive in approximately 5-7 weeks.
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