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Incoming CDC director: Expect 500,000 Covid-19 deaths by mid-February
In less than a year, Covid-19 has killed almost 400,000 Americans. And in just the next month, another 100,000 lives could be lost to the disease, the incoming director of the US Centers For Disease Control and Prevention said. “By the middle of February, we expect half a million deaths in this country,” Dr. Rochelle
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Buffalo Bills fans donate money to Ravens QB Lamar Jackson’s favorite charity after playoff win
Buffalo Bills fans celebrated their victory over the Baltimore Ravens in a unique way this weekend. The Bills defeated the Ravens 17-3 on Saturday in the AFC divisional round. During the game, the Ravens lost quarterback Lamar Jackson in the third quarter due to concussion protocol. So Bills fans — nicknamed the Bills Mafia —
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Sen.-elect Warnock says ‘the soul of our nation hangs in the balance’ in sermon ahead of MLK Day
In his sermon before Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Rev. Raphael Warnock called for equity and inclusivity at a time when Americans may feel like “we’re living in exile.” Warnock, the senior pastor at Atlanta’s Ebenezer Baptist Church, where King preached, said Sunday the country is experiencing a difficult time and he hoped God’s
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Man sent to University Hospital following serious crash in Moniteau County
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports James Bowen, 63, was sent to the hospital after a crash in Moniteau County.
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SUNDAY UPDATES: State reports fewer than 2,000 new COVID-19 cases
The Department of Health and Senior services reported 1,350 new COVID-19 cases Sunday.
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All US federal prisons on temporary lockdown ahead of Biden inauguration
Federal prisons across the United States have been placed under temporary lockdown ahead of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration. The Bureau of Prisons (BOP) announced Saturday that it is securing all institutions “in light of current events occurring around the country.” “There is no specific information that triggered this decision,” the statement said. “This action is
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Paramedic and son battle COVID-19 in same ICU room
Click here for updates on this story SAN TAN VALLEY, Arizona (KPHO/KTVK) — As a paramedic for American Medical Response, Garett Hensley transports COVID-19 patients across the east valley, then he became one. “It was painful to get out of bed,” said Hensley. The next thing he knew, it was him being transported to a
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NHL All-Star Game Fast Facts
Here’s a look at the National Hockey League (NHL) All-Star Game. October 22, 2020 – The NHL announces that the All-Star Game, originally scheduled to take place on January 30, 2021 at BB&T Center in Sunrise, Florida, is postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The game has been postponed until 2022. January 25, 2020 –
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John Roberts Fast Facts
Here’s a look at the life of John Roberts, chief justice of the United States. Personal Birth date: January 27, 1955 Birth place: Buffalo, New York Birth name: John Glover Roberts Jr. Father: John Glover Roberts Sr., steel company executive Mother: Rosemary (Podrasky) Roberts Marriage: Jane (Sullivan) Roberts (July 27, 1996-present) Children: Adopted with Jane
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Security on high alert in DC and state capitols amid warnings of unrest
Security forces in Washington, DC, and state capitols across the country are on high alert Sunday as the country nears President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration. The FBI has warned of indications that armed protests are being planned at all 50 state capitols and the US Capitol in the days leading up to January 20. A joint
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2011 Africa and Middle East Unrest Fast Facts
Here is a look at Arab Spring, anti-government protests that began in Tunisia in December 2010 and spread throughout the Middle East and Africa in 2011. Algeria January 4, 2011 – Protests begin, sparked by an increase in food prices. January 9, 2011 – Within the span of a week, three people are killed and
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Carlos Slim Fast Facts
Here’s a look at the life of Mexico’s richest man, businessman and investor Carlos Slim. Personal Birth date: January 28, 1940 Birth place: Mexico City, Mexico Birth name: Carlos Slim Helú Father: Julián Slim Haddad, real estate investor Mother: Linda Helú Atta Marriage: Soumaya Domit Gemayel (1966-1999, her death) Children: Carlos, Marco Antonio, Patrick, Soumaya,
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Baby giraffe dies at Nashville Zoo after being stepped on by mother
The Nashville Zoo is grieving the unexpected loss of a newborn Masai giraffe. The first-time mother, Nasha, 6, gave birth to a healthy calf on Saturday following a complicated delivery, according to the zoo. But after announcing the birth, zookeepers noticed the calf was in distress. Shortly afterward, they announced the tragic loss. “We are
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Zoo mourns the unexpected loss of newborn giraffe
Click here for updates on this story NASHVILLE (WSMV) — The baby giraffe announced early Saturday afternoon at the Nashville Zoo, died shortly after birth after being stepped on by her mother. With thousands of spectators tuning in online for the awaited birth, the zoo said they took down the live feed due to complications
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State boosts Capitol security amid FBI warnings of violence
State authorities are on high alert amid concerns of widespread violence following the deadly U.S. Capitol siege on Jan. 6.
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500 veterans vaccinated against COVID-19 at Milwaukee VA walk-in clinic
Click here for updates on this story MILWAUKEE (WDJT) — Wisconsin veterans are getting the chance to walk in and get a COVID-19 vaccine this weekend at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center. There was so much interest on Saturday, Jan. 16, that a spokesperson for the VA told CBS 58 that staff had to cut
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Arkansas leaders propose bill to repeal Confederate Flag Day
Click here for updates on this story LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas (KFSM) — Arkansas State Representative Andrew Collins (D), along with Senator Breanne Davis (R), filed a bill on Friday to repeal Confederate Flag Day in the state. Every year, the Saturday before Easter Sunday is recognized as Confederate Flag Day in Arkansas. After the killing
Continue ReadingWoman celebrates 100th birthday
Click here for updates on this story HANOVER TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania (WNEP) — A woman from Luzerne County celebrated a monumental birthday on Saturday. Anastasia Ellen Drake marked her 100th birthday at her home in Hanover Township. Drake was born in Warrior Run in 1921. Friends, family, and even first responders came out for the birthday
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Offensive sign at store creates social media storm
Click here for updates on this story OMAHA, Nebraska (WOWT) — A picture is worth a thousand words and this one posted on the Facebook page of Gulliver’s World Goods is sparking controversy. ”I couldn’t believe that somebody in our community would publicly post a sign saying ‘don’t feed the wildlife, don’t feed the homeless.’
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