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Waterbury schools sees shortage of nurses

By Dennis Valera Click here for updates on this story     WATERBURY, Connecticut (WFSB) — Just like in hospitals across the country, the nursing shortage is also impacting our schools. In Waterbury, school nurses have been hopping between schools to cover the vacancies. “It was just time, shift work takes a toll on your body,” said

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Missouri couple leads fundraising efforts to help Ukrainian refugees entering Poland

By Gabriela Vidal Click here for updates on this story     EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois (KMOV) — As the world watches the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ukraine following Russia’s invasion, Edwardsville residents Michal and Christie Matras are getting a first-hand account from loved ones living just across the border. “It’s just mind-blowing and terrifying,” said Michal Matras, “A

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Investigators discover GPS tracking device and pipe bombs while investigating suspected double murder-suicide

By Emily Rittman Click here for updates on this story     LENEXA, Kansas (KPTV) — Court records show investigators found pipe bombs and a GPS tracking device while investigating a suspected double murder-suicide in Lenexa. According to a search warrant filed during the investigation, Lenexa police were called to a home near Laurelwood Street and Renner

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‘It’s going to hit us pretty hard’: City of Portland bans fireworks, impacts nonprofits

By Drew Marine Click here for updates on this story     PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — A big announcement from the Portland City Council Wednesday, the sale and use of fireworks is now banned within city limits. They cited the state’s recent record-high temperatures and dry conditions, which they said create an imminent risk of starting wildfires.

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