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Five Wounded in Shooting Near Virginia State University Dormitories
Five people were shot outside residence halls at Virginia State University early Saturday; one remains in critical condition as police investigate.
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Early-Morning Shooting Outside Virginia State University Dormitories Leaves Five Wounded Ahead of Fall Semester
Five people were wounded in an early-morning shooting outside Virginia State University dorms just days before fall classes were set to begin.
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Philanthropic Financial Leverage: How MacKenzie Scott’s $100 Million Boost Erased $40 Billion in Medical Debt
Billionaire MacKenzie Scott donated over $100 million to Undue Medical Debt, enabling the non-profit to purchase and forgive $40 billion in U.S. patient bills.
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Veterinary Experts Issue Safety Warning After Puppy Injured by Fishing Hook
A seven-week-old puppy required surgery after swallowing a fishing lure, prompting veterinarians to urge owners to keep tackle secured near water.
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Baltimore County Police Apprehend Second Juvenile Suspect in Fatal Shooting of Teen
A second juvenile suspect was arrested following a barricade in Middle River, linked to the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Roman Wright in Essex.
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Municipal Homelessness Policies Face Renewed Scrutiny Over Data and Funding Models
An L.A. accounting error that inflated homeless growth to 3.4% instead of 1.9% has sparked calls for reform as cities nationwide debate funding and data accuracy.
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Communities Nationwide Prepare for 25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorials
As the nation approaches the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, local communities are organizing tribute events to honor victims and first responders.
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Teenager Dies After Rip Current Rescue at Rockaway Beach
A 17-year-old boy drowned at Rockaway Beach after urging lifeguards to prioritize his friend during a rip current rescue outside of designated swimming hours.
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Obituary: Thomas Lee Head, Veteran Midwest Railroad Leader, Passes Away at 91
Thomas Lee Head, a prominent figure in the Midwestern railroad sector who rose from a mailroom messenger to regional sales manager, has died at 91.
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17-Year-Old Dies in Rockaway Beach Drowning After Hours
A 17-year-old boy has died after being caught in a rip tide at Rockaway Beach during a period when swimming was prohibited.
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Miss Universe Canada Pledges Costume Reform After Indigenous Appropriation Criticism
Miss Universe Canada will implement new costume guidelines following criticism from Ashley Callingbull over the use of Indigenous-themed regalia by contestants.
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Pedestrian killed in collision near Orem’s University Mall
A 24-year-old man died after being struck by a vehicle at a busy Orem intersection near University Mall on Monday afternoon.
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Severe Winds Leave Thousands Without Power Across Virginia
Severe weather and high winds have caused widespread power outages across Virginia, with Rockingham County reporting the highest number of impacted customers.
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Dax Shepard and Taron Egerton Discuss the Complexities of Being Raised by Single Mothers
Dax Shepard and Taron Egerton opened up on the Armchair Expert podcast about the unique emotional dynamics and challenges of being raised by single mothers.
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Houston Residents Push Back Against Expanding Flock Surveillance Network
Harris County residents are demanding tighter regulation of Flock Safety cameras as concerns over data privacy, misuse, and potential ICE integration grow.
