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Severe Flooding and Rock Slides Cause Major Closures on I-40 in the Smoky Mountains: What Travelers Need to Know
HARTFORD, Tenn. — Heavy rain and flooding have shut down a section of Interstate 40 in the Great Smoky Mountains. ... Read more
Why Many US Restaurants and Servers Are Standing Against the Republican ‘No Tax on Tips’ Proposal
Some parts of the U.S. restaurant industry are pushing back against President Trump’s idea to remove federal taxes on tips. ... Read more
Are You a ‘Jaws’ Superfan? Dive Into Our Ultimate Trivia Challenge Before the 50th Anniversary!
This Friday marks 50 years since the release of “Jaws,” a film that continues to thrill audiences. Do you know ... Read more
Community Unites to Honor Slain Minnesota Lawmaker and Her Husband: A Heartfelt Tribute
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A touching vigil took place outside Minnesota’s Capitol on Wednesday evening to honor former House ... Read more
Texas to Launch Innovative Fly Factory in Battle Against Flesh-Eating Parasite: What You Need to Know
The U.S. government is launching a new initiative to combat a serious threat to American cattle: the New World screwworm ... Read more
Brace for the Heat Dome: Rising Temperatures to Impact Midwest and Much of the US
Summer is about to hit the U.S. hard with a heat dome. This weather pattern traps heat and humidity, bringing ... Read more
US Unemployment Rate Dips: Exploring the Impact of Historically Low Levels on the Economy
WASHINGTON (AP) — Last week, about 245,000 Americans applied for unemployment benefits, a slight drop from 250,000. This number remains ... Read more
High-Stakes Case: Man Charged with Lawmaker’s Murder Could Face Minnesota’s Rare Death Penalty
Minnesota Lawmaker Shooting: A Rare Legal Case In Minnesota, a serious case is unfolding. Vance Boelter has been charged with ... Read more
Shocking Lawsuit: ‘The Oval’ Actor Accuses Tyler Perry of Sexual Assault and Harassment
An actor, Derek Dixon, who appeared in 85 episodes of Tyler Perry’s show “The Oval,” has filed a lawsuit against ... Read more
Groundbreaking Court Ruling: Transgender and Nonbinary Rights Affirmed as Government Can’t Restrict Passport Gender Markers
A federal judge in Boston has just made an important decision for many transgender and nonbinary Americans. U.S. District Judge ... Read more
