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CIA officer found with $40 million in gold bars in his basement reaches tentative plea agreement
Government lawyers and Rush's attorney told a federal district court in Virginia that the resolution promotes the public interest, in part due to the extensive hurdles that dealing with classified material might create to a trial.
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Mississippi police arrest man in connection to death of black woman found hanging in tree
Jackson Police Chief RaShall Brackney identified the man as Jacques Ratliff, but did not release details about what led to the arrest.
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Anthropic reveals AI used to test missiles, conduct dangerous biological research in threat report
Anthropic disrupts malicious plots using its Claude program, like attempts to test weapons systems, develop new drone tactics, and conduct dangerous biological research, as debate over AI safety intensifies.
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Violence spirals out of control, sending dozens to the hospital over holiday weekend
Two shootings were connected to Juneteenth celebrations.
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No-cash bail, gun ban challenges remain under advisement with the Illinois Supreme Court
The federal gun ban case will be heard by the federal appeals court June 29.
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Shakeup at CBP, Border Patrol as replacements for outgoing chiefs are named
U.S. Customs and Border Protection acting Deputy Commissioner Benjamine Huffman and U.S. Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz are each retiring
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Meghan Markle's podcast won't be renewed on Spotify for a second season, report
Producers of the show were told that a second season will not be taking place, even though it was discussed as a possibility.
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Texas case successful in challenging Biden’s military vaccine mandate
The case challenged the administration’s vaccine mandate for Texas National Guard members.
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Pennsylvania lawmaker proposes $2,000 penalty for eagle killings
Current law levels a penalty of only $200 for anyone convicted of killing the national symbol, though replacing the bird can run more than $2,000.
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New England lobstermen win favorable ruling from appellate court
Court rules “federal government went too far” in imposing significant restrictions on New England’s lobster industry,
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Debate continues over taxpayer funds for historic sites, memorials
Not everyone agrees it is the government's role to preserve history — particularly when it requires taxpayer money.
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Washington state schools among those experimenting with year-round school
Hornak said year-round learning is better suited to help students get back on track after pandemic-era school closures than the traditional school calendar.
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New York cracks down on unlicensed pot shops
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has estimated nearly 1,500 unlicensed dealers are selling illegal cannabis at retail stores.