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A vacant lot near City Hall will become an art park. Why are some people objecting?

An empty piece of land near City Hall is going to be turned into an art park. Some people do not like this idea. Groups like neighbors, worker unions, and local leaders are arguing about it. This lot is a very good spot downtown in Los Angeles.

Jul 13, 10:00upd. 19d

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Officer who shot Sonya Massey denied medical release from prison

Sean Grayson, a former sheriff's deputy, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for shooting Sonya Massey in her home in July 2024. He was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2023, and his lawyer said the cancer has spread to his liver and lungs. On Friday, the Illinois Prisoner Review Board denied his request for early medical release.

Jul 31, 19:37upd. 4h

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Police chief resigns days after deadly shooting in US city of Seattle

The police chief of Seattle, Shon Barnes, resigned a few days after a deadly shooting at a food festival. The shooting happened during the event and raised questions about how police handled the situation. Barnes said he stepped down to allow the department to move forward. The city is now looking for a new leader.

Jul 31, 14:46upd. 22h

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UC accepts record number of Californians, but some select campuses out of reach for most

Jul 29, 14:00upd. 2d

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Father of 10-year-old boy breaks silence after viral beach rescue: 'No way I could ever repay him'

A 10‑year‑old boy was swept into the ocean at Seabright State Beach in California when a wave knocked him down. He called his father and said he thought he was going to die. A teenage lifeguard swam out and rescued the boy from the rough water. The father said he could never repay the lifeguard for saving his son.

Aug 1, 21:06upd. 15m

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Hundreds block Florida interstate in alleged street takeover before 140 mph police chase

{"Early Saturday morning, hundreds of cars blocked the northbound lanes of Interstate 75 near Thonotosassa, Florida.","Some drivers did burnouts, which means they spun their tires to make smoke while the car stayed still.","Florida Highway Patrol arrived, and a high‑speed chase followed that reached 140 miles per hour.","Police arrested four people linked to the blockade."}

Aug 1, 21:18upd. 15m

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Irvine police nab man accused of spraying 'Nazi' and 'Fascist' on Teslas. A takeout order led to the arrest

Irvine police arrested a man who sprayed the words 'Nazi' and 'Fascist' on several Tesla cars. The police said they found him after looking at a takeout food order. The order was connected to an earlier argument.

Jul 30, 18:16upd. 1d

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South Texas Republican builders warn of voter backlash in November if aggressive ICE tactics continue

Jul 29, 23:09upd. 2d

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Corpus Christi in legal fight with industries after rejecting demand for $80 million water refund

The city of Corpus Christi said 'no' to a big request. Industries wanted the city to give them back $80 million for water. Because of this, the city is now in a lawsuit with these companies. This legal fight began on June 3, 2026.

Jul 13, 10:00upd. 19d

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Reign legend Lu Barnes returns to club as interim assistant coach

Jul 29, 04:57upd. 3d

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Murdered 9-year-old begged not to go on trip with dad months before he allegedly killed her, mom testifies

Jul 29, 02:35upd. 3d

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CBS' '60 minutes' announces new slate of correspondents for upcoming season

Jul 29, 02:12upd. 3d

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Seahawks’ QB Jalen Milroe showing progress at training camp | Notebook

Jul 29, 01:52upd. 3d

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Bomb threat cleared at Evanston hospital

Jul 29, 01:45upd. 3d

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Is injured White Sox catcher Kyle Teel catching with a walking boot?

Jul 29, 01:20upd. 3d

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Crews recover body of second contractor trapped in Downers Grove sewer during storm

Jul 29, 01:10upd. 3d

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Illinois football coach Bret Bielema is bullish on the Big Ten

Jul 29, 00:46upd. 3d

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With pitching obvious trade-deadline focus, are Cubs getting best version of David Peterson at right time?

Jul 28, 23:03upd. 3d

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Developers break ground on Chicago’s first all-electric geothermal apartment tower

Jul 28, 21:28upd. 3d

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Patients call on Pritzker to reopen Weiss, West Suburban hospitals

Jul 28, 21:28upd. 3d

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Chicago dries out, cleans up, assessed damage after Monday's severe storms

Jul 28, 20:15upd. 3d

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Halas Intrigue Bears podcast: It's training camp report day!

Jul 28, 20:00upd. 3d

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World-famous Catholic shrine torched, 'Devil in a skirt' scrawled on Virgin Mary statue

Jul 28, 19:52upd. 3d

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Bears DE Montez Sweat put on Non-Football Illness List

Jul 28, 20:01upd. 3d

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Delia Ramírez tilda de devastadoras las condiciones de detenidos de Chicago en centro de ICE de Kentucky

Jul 28, 20:00upd. 3d

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Federal Way fatal collision causes backups on northbound I-5

Jul 28, 19:41upd. 3d

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'Cornucopia' of bogus medications seized at O’Hare includes erectile dysfunction, weight loss drugs

Jul 28, 19:14upd. 3d

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3 men charged with stealing, vandalizing Flock license plate readers in Chicago’s western suburbs

Jul 28, 18:16upd. 3d

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CPS reverses course, says no staff furloughs ahead of budget vote

Jul 28, 17:44upd. 3d

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Man wearing straw hat accused of fire that prompted Tuolumne County evacuations

Jul 28, 17:09upd. 3d

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La comida reúne a esta familia y su receta de cochinita pibil en particular les recuerda su hogar

Jul 28, 16:46upd. 3d

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Calif. rescuers investigate 'anomalies' after Duck Lakes hiker search stalls

Jul 28, 15:56upd. 3d

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Assisted living sent resident to doctor's appointment after giving him 18 shots, 5 am beer: officials

State investigators said an assisted living home in Minnesota gave a resident 18 shots of liquor and a beer at 5 a.m. The resident, Don Brambrink, has a mental illness. He missed a telehealth doctor’s appointment after drinking while fishing. Investigators concluded the facility neglected him by providing too much alcohol.

Aug 1, 19:21upd. 15m

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