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Pilot and copilot killed in collision between jet and fire truck at New York’s LaGuardia Airport
Two people were killed and several others badly hurt when an Air Canada regional jet struck a fire truck on a runway while landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport, officials said.
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Federal immigration agents seen at Atlanta airport after Trump order amid during partial shutdown
Federal immigration officers have been seen at an airport in Atlanta after President Donald Trump said he'd deploy agents to supplement the Transportation Security Administration during a government shutdown that has caused long lines at security checkpoints across the country.
4 days ago in National
Stocks sink on fears the war with Iran will keep interest rates high
Stocks are sinking Friday as hopes wither on Wall Street for a possible cut to interest rates by the Federal Reserve this year because of the...
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The Latest: US deploys thousands more troops to the war as Iran threatens world tourism sites
The U.S. military is deploying three more warships and roughly 2,500 more marines to the Middle East, where there's no end to the war in sight despite...
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US college student’s death in Barcelona was likely an accident, Spanish police say
James "Jimmy" Gracey, a college student from Illinois who was found dead after going missing while in Barcelona on a break, was likely the victim of...
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Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around
Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic devices once they are no longer needed. It's hard to know where to recycle those items, or it seems costly and inconvenient.
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As demand for GLP-1 pills and shots surges, healthy habits are still key
Whether they're using weekly shots or daily pills, more Americans than ever are turning to anti-obesity drugs to lose weight and boost health. About 1 in 8 U.S. adults say they are taking a GLP-1 drug, according to a recent survey by the health research group KFF.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme and more react to the death of Chuck Norris
The death of Chuck Norris has triggered an outpouring of memorials from fellow Hollywood tough guys and fans. The martial arts grandmaster and...
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FCC approves merger of local television owners Nexstar and Tegna as two lawsuits seek to block it
The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday said it had approved the merger of local television giants Nexstar Media Group and rival Tegna, the same day that...
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CBS News shutters its storied radio news service after nearly a century, ending an era
CBS News said Friday it will shut down its storied radio news service after nearly 100 years of operation, ending an era and blaming challenging economic times as the...
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Area High School Scoreboard – Monday, 3/23
Area High School Scoreboard - Monday, 3/23
Virginia Women advance to Sweet 16 with upset of second-seeded Iowa, 83-75
Kymora Johnson scored 28 points as 10th-seeded Virginia became the first First Four to reach the regional semifinals after an 83-75 double-overtime win over No. 2 seed Iowa on Monday in a women’s NCAA Tournament second-round game.
21 hours ago in Sports
Bridgewater’s Rhoads named ODAC Pitcher of the Week
Evelyn Rhoads of the Bridgewater College softball team has been named the Old Dominion Athletic Conference's Pitcher of the Week.
JMU Softball explodes for 17 runs to salvage series finale against Coastal
James Madison erupted for 17 runs across the first three innings to defeat Coastal Carolina, 17-2, in Sun Belt Conference softball action on Sunday at Bank of the James Field at Veterans Memorial Park.
James Madison Baseball gets swept by No. 16 Coastal Carolina
James Madison got out to a 4-0 lead, but a six-run third inning led No. 16 Coastal Carolina to take down the Dukes, 16-6, in seven innings on Sunday afternoon at Spring Brooks Stadium in Sun Belt Conference baseball.
Virginia falls to Tennessee, 79-72, in second round of the NCAA Tournament
Sixth-seeded Tennessee advanced to its fourth straight Sweet 16, beating Virginia 79-72 in the NCAA Tournament on Sunday.
2 days ago in Sports
Bridgewater Softball sweeps Gettysburg to extend win streak to 10
Bridgewater Softball sweeps Gettysburg to extend win streak to 10
2 days ago in Sports
EMU Softball takes two from Pitt-Bradford on Sunday
EMU Softball takes two from Pitt-Bradford on Sunday
James Madison Baseball gets blanked by No. 16 Coastal Carolina, 10-0
James Madison baseball was held to three hits by No. 16 Coastal Carolina, falling, 10-0, in seven innings on Saturday afternoon in Sun Belt Conference play at Springs Brook Stadium.
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Area High School Scoreboard – Monday, 3/23
Area High School Scoreboard - Monday, 3/23
Virginia Women advance to Sweet 16 with upset of second-seeded Iowa, 83-75
Kymora Johnson scored 28 points as 10th-seeded Virginia became the first First Four to reach the regional semifinals after an 83-75 double-overtime win over No. 2 seed Iowa on Monday in a women’s NCAA Tournament second-round game.
JMU Softball explodes for 17 runs to salvage series finale against Coastal
James Madison erupted for 17 runs across the first three innings to defeat Coastal Carolina, 17-2, in Sun Belt Conference softball action on Sunday at Bank of the James Field at Veterans Memorial Park.
James Madison Baseball gets swept by No. 16 Coastal Carolina
James Madison got out to a 4-0 lead, but a six-run third inning led No. 16 Coastal Carolina to take down the Dukes, 16-6, in seven innings on Sunday afternoon at Spring Brooks Stadium in Sun Belt Conference baseball.


























