New Georgia-Texas interstate could reduce congestion, study finds
If finished, the "Forts to Port Route" of Interstate 14 would be the first new interstate in Georgia since the 1960s
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Drivers could face $1,000 fines as DeKalb considers school bus cameras
DeKalb County Schools is looking to build a districtwide automated stop-arm camera enforcement program, potentially covering more than 1,000 school buses.
3rd suspect in deadly Atlanta mass shooting arrested in Alabama
An FBI SWAT team has captured a man wanted in connection with a mass shooting on Atlanta's Edgewood Avenue that killed one and injured 10 others last year.
Elusive weasels spotted in South Georgia for 1st time in decades
Researchers at the University of Georgia used a new detection technique to spot an elusive mammal in parts of the Peach State that it's never been reported seen before.
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Guntry members upset after learning Owings Mills range trains ICE agents
Some people in Baltimore County are upset after learning that the gun range they use has a contract with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to serve as a training facility.
7 people, including 3-year-old boy, injured in East Baltimore shooting
Seven people, including a 3-year-old boy, were injured in a shooting in the Douglas Homes neighborhood of East Baltimore Wednesday evening, according to police.
Baltimore residents share ideas for city's next violence prevention plan at Park Heights meeting
Members of Baltimore's Park Heights community made their voices heard Wednesday, telling the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (MONSE) what they want to see in the city's next comprehensive violence prevention plan.
Pete Alonso gets another ovation from Mets fans after hitting latest homer in return to Citi Field
Pete Alonso hit another home run against his former team Wednesday night — and received another ovation from New York Mets fans still smarting over his departure for the Baltimore Orioles last December.
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Dying sea birds washing ashore in Bay Area due to effects of warming ocean
The birds, which resemble tiny penguins, are starving because the water has warmed, increasing the metabolism of predator fish, making them hungrier.
AI helping teachers focus more on students, less on administrative tasks
Bay Area teachers are taking a crack at using artificial intelligence with the goal of simplifying administrative tasks in order to focus more on their students, amid some skepticism.
Bay Area woman's nonprofit boost music careers for women, gender-expansive people
A San Francisco woman has been working to change the face of sound for more than 20 years.
Oakland small business owner looks forward to city's downtown revitalization effort
Claudia Atkinson started her business out of her garage in West Oakland and opened her first brick-and-mortar shop in downtown Oakland about three months ago.
Boston
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Macklemore controversy impacting cost of Ed Sheeran's Gillette shows
The owner of a Boston ticket resale agency says the cost of tickets for Ed Sheeran's shows at Gillette Stadium has fallen as controversy surrounds the tour.
Car ownership costs have surged. Boston mechanic explains why repair prices are high
Drivers are feeling the impact of high gas prices across the country, but filling up the tank is just one of several factors making it increasingly expensive to own a car.
Methuen School Committee considers banning e-bikes due to safety concerns
The Methuen School Committee is considering restricting students who do not have a Massachusetts driver's license from riding electric bicycles on school campuses.
Norwood, North Attleboro police defend Flock cameras: "They help us solve crimes"
In Norwood and North Attleboro, Massachusetts, their police chiefs are making pleas to keep their Flock cameras rolling.
Chicago
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Chicago Plays is how one man brings free piano access to public spaces
You could call John McCarthy Chicago's piano man, and his organization Chicago Plays is his way to bring free access to pianos in the city's public spaces.
Lack of police patrols on Fox River adds to safety concerns after deadly boating crash
The McHenry County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit has four boats, but there were multiple weekends this summer when none of them were scheduled to be out.
Lincoln Elementary parents demand answers as school remains closed after Aug. 11 storms
The school's superintendent said they're still recovering from the August storm that hit Northwest Indiana and left residents without power for days.
Crow-Armstrong homers twice, Imanaga shines as Cubs beat Braves 8-4
Armstrong homered to lead off the third, breaking Billy Williams' franchise record set in 1970.
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Mom, daughter evicted from low-income housing after both became students
A mother and daughter in Douglas County say their efforts to gain an education led to them being evicted.
Postal carrier robbery comes amid concerns about attacks on postal workers
A $150,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect accused of robbing a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier in a neighborhood.
"The Who's Tommy" musical plays Denver this falls
A musical built around the songs of classic rock band The Who is visiting Denver this fall.
House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming Democratic opposition
The bill was championed by GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly just one day after announcing a deal had been reached with the White House to move forward.
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Search underway for missing 29-year-old Southfield woman
The Southfield Police Department launched a search for 29-year-old Christian Cook, who was last seen on Sunday, Sept. 13.
Police investigate freeway shooting on I-75 in Oakland County
Authorities say no injuries were reported, but the investigation led to a portion of the freeway being closed at Baldwin Road.
Parents push back against Lakeview High's controversial gym class policy
Parents at Lakeview High School in St. Clair Shores are outraged by a policy requiring female students to share personal health information.
NCAA committee says replay protocols not followed in Michigan-WMU game
An NCAA football committee says that while it cannot overturn Western Michigan's loss to Michigan earlier this month, it acknowledges the game would have had a different outcome if replay protocols were followed.
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Test your knowledge on cosmetic ingredients with the Cosmetic Chemist!
Since we like games, we'll play "Sink or Swim" to test our knowledge of supplements as cosmetic ingredients. People are taking all kinds of supplements, but when those same ingredients are used topically, do they actually work?
2nd annual ‘Women in Wheels’ classic car show!
Some classy ladies are ready to show off their classic cars at the second annual "Women in Wheels" car show this weekend. Our friend Cody is in Sacramento, ready to trade in the caravan for one of their sweet rides.
Build a Sundae is serving up sundaes and smiles!
Your days are about to get sweeter; this ice cream shop is serving up smiles and sundaes. Molly Riehl is in Folsom to give us the inside scoop.
33rd Annual Hot Chili & Cool Cars
Rocklin is turning up the heat for the 33rd Annual Hot Chili & Cool Cars! This free hometown tradition is partnering with the Hot August Nights Event Series as we bring together up to 200 classic vehicles, sizzling chili, local businesses, nonprofits, youth organizations, entertainment, and family fun, with 10,000+ attendees expected.
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UCLA giving free tickets to all students for home football, basketball games
Students who purchased a "Den Pass" to games will be refunded by the end of September, UCLA officials said.
Elly De La Cruz hits 2-run HR, Reds beat Dodgers 6-2 to delay NL West title
Elly De La Cruz hit a two-run homer and the Cincinnati Reds at least temporarily prevented the Los Angeles Dodgers from clinching the NL West title with a 6-2 victory.
Venomous sea snake washes up on Orange County beach
A venomous sea snake, uncommon in Southern California, washed up on an Orange County Beach.
Families remember victims of devastating Chatsworth Metro bus crash
Family members of the two men who were killed on Tuesday afternoon when a driver plowed into the side of a Los Angeles Metro bus in Chatsworth are working through the devastation by focusing on the decades of love they shared.
Miami
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Doral business owners say ICE enforcement is hurting sales as mayor responds
A Doral co-owner says 6 employees left fearing detention despite having applied for political asylum.
2 children in comas after Deerfield Beach crash kills 4-year-old
Christine's cousins are fighting for their lives while the family mourns her death and faces mounting medical bills.
Lionel Messi hits 100th Inter Miami goal in Campeones Cup win
Lionel Messi scored the 100th goal of his Inter Miami career and Casemiro added another as Miami defeated Cruz Azul 2-0 on Wednesday night to win the Campeones Cup.
Hollywood Beach overlay district plan gets first commission vote
Families warned the plan could turn Hollywood Beach into another Sunny Isles, but city planners disagreed.
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How a historic paper mill became a local park
From making the paper for Crayola crayons to getting a visit from Mr. Rogers. John Lauritsen shares the history behind a Little Falls paper mill, and how its ruins have become its future, in this week's Finding Minnesota.
Twin Cities doctor paralyzed in mountain fall returns to practicing medicine
A Twin Cities physician who has spent the last two years learning to live with a life-changing injury is making a remarkable recovery.
Tri-County Humane Society pleads for safe return of stolen kitten
The shelter, located in St. Cloud, says a visitor had been looking at the kitten, a 2-month-old named Marin, for a while before taking him out of his kennel and stuffing him into their bag.
Minneapolis police searching for missing father and son
Anthony LaRoque and Amias LaRoque have not been seen since Monday and were last believed to be in the area of the 600 block of Jackson Street Northeast or the 3000 block of 39th Avenue South.
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Alonso homers against Mets again as Orioles win to finish sweep at Citi Field
Pete Alonso homered against the Mets, a solo shot in the first inning that sent the Orioles to a 7-1 victory Wednesday night.
Vigil marks 7 years since Dulce Maria Alavez disappeared from Bridgeton City Park
Family and the Bridgeton, N.J., community held a vigil Wednesday, marking seven years since Dulce Maria Alavez's disappearance.
Mamdani says he doesn't plan to attend UNGA protests during Netanyahu's visit
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is toning down his rhetoric about the arrival of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who he once threatened to arrest.
Some NYC students with special needs don't have bus service 1 week into school year
Some New York City public school students with special needs still don't have school bus service almost one week into the school year.
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Thursday brings warmer, higher humidity in Philadelphia region
Today looks warm and noticeably more humid in the Philadelphia region, with highs reaching the mid-80s but feeling like the upper 80s.
5 missing women are linked to Olney home in Philadelphia. Here's what we know.
Inside the home, owned by Eugene Horsch and connected to his father, R.C. Horsch, authorities have found a trove of digital images, a so-called laboratory of chemicals and a small marijuana grow operation.
Wheeler shines, Phillies draw season-high 13 walks in shutout vs. Nats
Zack Wheeler tossed seven scoreless innings and the Phillies drew a season-high 13 walks in a 3-0 win over the Nationals
Vigil marks 7 years since Dulce Maria Alavez disappeared from Bridgeton City Park
Family and the Bridgeton, N.J., community held a vigil Wednesday, marking seven years since Dulce Maria Alavez's disappearance.
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Allegheny County changes paid parental leave proposal
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
Christian Yelich's 2-run double rallies Brewers to 5-4 win over Pirates
Christian Yelich's two-run double in the seventh inning sent the NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers to a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Suspected fentanyl thrown out window, almost flushed down toilet during search
Dozens of bricks of suspected fentanyl were thrown out the window and almost flushed down the toilet after police searched a home in Westmoreland County.
Tom the turkey is causing traffic backups in Bethel Park
Tom the turkey is causing traffic backups at Logan and Library roads in Bethel Park.
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Lodi school district email warns parents about "Cat in the Hat" social media trend
A familiar hat, a familiar grin, but some very unfamiliar and unsettling scenery — "The Cat in the Hat" is appearing in AI-altered images and videos as a sinister-looking character referencing specific schools, communities, locations or people.
Rays beat Athletics 4-3 for 5th straight victory, Nick Martinez gets 15th win
Nick Martinez worked five efficient innings for his 15th win, Jonny DeLuca was 2 for 4 with an RBI double, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Athletics 4-3 for their fifth straight win.
Victims in deadly Tesla crash in El Doardo Hills identified
Authorities have identified three victims in a deadly crash after a Tesla crashed into a tree and was engulfed in flames in El Dorado Hills late Saturday night.
Remembering reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, both killed in NBC Los Angeles helicopter crash
George Marciniw grew up in Southern California, had been a pilot for decades and was said to have had a heart of gold. Eliana Moreno was born in Orange County, graduated from Chapman University in 2010, and realized her dream of working in news.
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Ross Fire 100% contained after more than 3 weeks
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
When will driverless 18-wheelers hit North Texas highways?
For now, there's someone behind the wheel for monitoring purposes, but V.A.S. says it's planning to begin fully driverless operations.
More than half a million Texans have lost SNAP. Who's helping feed hungry kids?
The situation, food banks warn, is getting worse.
Denton barbershop owner, former pastor turns himself in over hidden cellphone, invasive recording charge
Police said he admitted to detectives that there are additional victims.