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1 S.C. Law Enforcement Officer Killed, 6 Others Wounded

Authorities in Florence, S.C., are in mourning after a man shot seven law enforcement officers Wednesday. One officer, a 30-year police veteran, was killed.

Atlanta To Change Names Of Streets That Honored Confederacy

The city’s mayor signed a bill renaming three streets. Many local governments have taken similar measures in the wake of last year’s white supremacist riots in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Most Twitter Accounts Linked To 2016 Disinformation Are Still Active, Report Finds

Nearly 90 percent of accounts that spread disinformation during the presidential election continue to operate and spread or amplify false stories, a new study concludes.

Kavanaugh Nomination Battle Is Fought With Millions In Secret Cash

After Kavanaugh called attacks on him “a calculated and orchestrated political hit,” the advertising war escalated.

House Intern Arrested For Reportedly Doxing Senator During Kavanaugh Hearing

Jackson Cosko, who was working in the office of Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, has been charged with publishing restricted personal information, witness tampering and other crimes.

FBI Makes ‘Ricin Case’ Arrest After Man Sends Castor Seeds To Pentagon

The seeds, which are used to make ricin but are not dangerous by themselves, tested positive in a screening center for hazardous substances.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump From Removing Immigrants From 4 Countries

The administration’s effort to eliminate protections for more than 300,000 immigrants from four impoverished countries is halted for now.

After 5 Years On The Lam, Lady Reunites With Amazed Owners

There is no word if Lady was with Tramp, but a Connecticut couple was overjoyed to welcome the dachshund back home after assuming she had died years ago.

1 Law Enforcement Officer Dead, 4 Wounded In South Carolina Shooting

The shooting began around 5 p.m. in the city of Florence. Authorities say a gunman is in custody.

Illinois Gov. Candidate Removed Mansion’s Toilets To Dodge Taxes, Report Finds

J.B. Pritzker had five toilets removed so a property would be classified “uninhabitable” on his taxes, according to the Cook County inspector general. Pritzker says he will repay the county $330,000.

One Abortion Clinic Remains Open In Missouri, Following New State Requirements

Restrictions went into effect on Monday despite a 2016 Supreme Court ruling against similar restrictions in Texas. Now, some women must travel 400 miles round-trip for abortions.

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