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Critics Concerned About Privacy Issues As Biometric Scanning Increases

The government is steadily increasing the use of facial or biometric scanning at the nation’s airports. Airlines say it can speed the boarding process, but critics say the scans aren’t always accurate and there are privacy concerns.

Video: Broward Sheriff Releases Footage Of Deputy Outside During Parkland Shooting

The video sheds more light on the actions of former deputy Scot Peterson, during the Feb. 14 shooting rampage at a Parkland, Fla., high school that that left 17 students and school staff dead.

After Daughter’s ‘Unimaginable’ Death, Parkland Family Moved To Action

Carmen Schentrup was a senior, one week away from her 17th birthday, when she was killed. Her family reflects on her life, death and why “missing her doesn’t feel like enough any more.”

FIU Pedestrian Bridge Collapses In Miami Area, Injuring Several

An unknown number of people were trapped underneath the bridge. Its main span was installed Saturday near the campus of Florida International University.

Pedestrian Bridge Collapses In Miami Area, Killing 4 And Injuring Several

The victims were in traffic beneath the bridge which was under construction. The main span was installed Saturday near the campus of Florida International University.

Oklahoma Plans To Use Nitrogen For Executions

After having trouble obtaining drugs needed for lethal injections, state officials plan to change the primary method of execution to nitrogen gas inhalation. It would be a first for a U.S. state.

Biologists Trace Genetic Roots Of Evolution, One Cell At A Time

E.coli bacteria, each cell trapped in a tiny tube, are giving researchers the chance to study the pace and effects of single genetic mutations. Most mutations, the scientists find, aren’t harmful.

After Sexual Misconduct Claims, Vegas Mogul Steve Wynn Fell Fast

Less than two months after reported allegations, Wynn is unemployed and facing public shame and an uncertain future.

Music And Protest, Hand In Hand: Songs Of The Student Walkouts

As students across the country walked out of their schools in a show of solidarity and a demonstration for gun control reform, music — as always — was a constant presence.

US Imposes New Sanctions On Russia Over Election Interference, Cyberattacks

The economic restrictions target people named in an indictment brought by Justice Department special counsel Robert Mueller.

Bad News: Georgia Woman Accidently Threw Her Diamonds In The Trash

The good news: Employees at the landfill got the call just in time to divert the garbage truck. After sifting through tons of trash, landfill employees found the jewels.

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