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Embattled Seattle police chief relieved of his duties by democratic socialist mayor, Black protest planned

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson asked Police Chief Shon Barnes to step down after criticism that he was not in the city during a mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle festival. Barnes had left a vigil for the victims and was often out of town, including time spent in Chicago where his family lives. It is not yet clear whether he has resigned or will be removed from his post.

Jul 29, 16:42upd. 2d
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New video evidence upends the unsolved killing of a Black teen at a Seattle protest

New video evidence shows what happened the night Antonio Mays Jr., a Black teenager, was shot during a Seattle protest. Investigators reviewed hours of footage from the Capitol Hill Occupied Protest over 18 months. The video reveals that protesters mistakenly thought Mays was a threat and shot him. The findings challenge the earlier belief that his killing was unsolved and unclear.

Aug 2, 12:00upd. 14m
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Keep on Truckin’

A family went on a vacation together. During the trip, something unexpected happened. The story is titled “Keep on Truckin’”. The article describes how the family dealt with the surprise.

Aug 2, 11:47upd. 14m
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Andre Sayles named as Seattle’s new interim police chief

Andre Sayles has been named Seattle’s new interim police chief. Mayor Katie Wilson announced the appointment. She said she and Shon Barnes, the former police chief, agreed on the choice. Sayles will serve while the city searches for a permanent chief.

Jul 31, 00:01upd. 1d
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Videos show dangerous flooding in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania

Heavy rain fell on New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania this week. The rain caused flash floods that covered streets and roads. Videos show water rushing through towns and damaging cars. Some videos have no sound.

Jul 29, 15:51upd. 2d
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Man accused of shooting woman in Lincoln Park in June

A 23‑year‑old man named Jaylin Jones was charged with attempted murder and aggravated battery. Police say he shot a 39‑year‑old woman in Lincoln Park on June 7. The woman went to Northwestern Memorial Hospital and was in critical condition. Jones was scheduled to appear in court on Thursday.

Jul 31, 03:32upd. 1d
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13-Year-Olds Have Problems at Work, Too

{"The article talks about 13-year-olds who work at a pool.","It says these young workers sometimes do not do their fair share of the work.","The piece gives advice to supervisors on how to handle the situation."}

Aug 2, 09:01upd. 14m
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A Marijuana Giant That Won Over Trump Has Found Enemies Closer to Home

Trulieve is a large marijuana company in Florida. It has a storm water retention pond, a built‑in pond that holds rainwater. Water from that pond flowed onto the Lambs' land next to the farm. The Lambs say the water damaged their property. Trulieve says it follows state rules and will fix the issue.

Aug 2, 09:00upd. 14m
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‘He’s a narcissist’: could Idaho killer Bryan Kohberger win a new trial?

Bryan Kohberger was found guilty last year of killing four University of Idaho students. He recently asked the court to let him take back his guilty plea. He says his lawyers tricked him into pleading guilty. If the court agrees, he could face a new trial and possibly the death penalty.

Aug 2, 12:00upd. 14m
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WATCH: America Strong: Lifeguard heroically who rescues boy speaks out for the first time

A 10‑year‑old boy was swept into the ocean by strong waves at a California beach. Sixteen‑year‑old lifeguard Ryder Williams raced into the water and pulled the boy to safety. This happened on July 25 at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz. Williams has now spoken publicly for the first time about the rescue.

Aug 2, 01:09upd. 14m
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Seafair is here: Full speed ahead

The Seafair Weekend Festival started today in Seattle. Genesee Park and Lake Washington were the main sites. People gathered to watch boat races and enjoy the festivities. The event marks the beginning of the annual Seafair celebration.

Aug 1, 00:37upd. 12h
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Driver Fatally Shoots Kidnapped Victim in Trunk in Chino Hills

A kidnapping occurred in Chino Hills, California, on Wednesday night. The driver shot the kidnapped victim inside the car trunk. Deputies arrived and fatally shot the suspect. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Jul 31, 18:54upd. 19h
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Videos Shed Light on Pursuit Before ICE Killing in Houston

Surveillance video shows ICE agents driving unmarked cars aggressively while chasing Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston. The footage does not clearly show the moment when he was shot and killed. Authorities say the shooting happened during the pursuit, but details remain unclear. The video has been released to the public to help understand what happened.

Jul 11, 16:49upd. 20d
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Southern university requires business suits, bans du-rags and other headwear in new dress code

Tuskegee University in Alabama has introduced a new dress code for students. Students must wear a business suit and shoes for formal meetings and cannot wear casual or unprofessional clothes in class or the cafeteria. The code also bans head coverings such as du-rags, hats, and scarves, except for religious or medical reasons. University president Mark Brown says the rule aims to create a more professional educational environment.

Aug 2, 13:36upd. 14m
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