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California Fire Update, Bobcat Fire Still Only 3 Percent Contained
Fire crews continue to protect the Mount Wilson Observatory, with the fire remaining active in the area.
Commissioner Posts Meme Threatening Violence On Police Defunding Supporters
Paul Cozzens posted a picture of a soldier with a gun which warned those who support defunding the police that "Once you've managed to defund & eliminate the police, there's nobody protecting you from us."
Deputy Sheriff Who Fled Parkland School Shooting To Get Job Back
Josh Stambaugh has been told he will also receive back pay after an arbitrator ruled the sheriff missed the deadline for firing him by 13 days following his conduct during the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre which left 17 dead.
Fox Shuts Down Newt Gingrich For Linking George Soros to Violent Protests
The former Speaker of the House linked district attorneys who are "overwhelmingly elected with George Soros' money" to the cases of violence seen at Black Lives Matter protests.
Ohio's Conservative Chief Justice Blasts State GOP Over Criticizing Judge
Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O'Connor, a Republican, called her own political party's statement "a blatant and unfounded attack on the independence of the Ohio judiciary."
Apple Helps FBI Nab Firebomber After Refusing to Unlock Gunman's iPhone
Apple CEO Tim Cook resisted the FBI's request in 2016 to unlock the iPhone of a suspect in the San Bernardino shooting.
CDC Director Reiterates 'Importance of Vaccine' After Criticism From Trump
"A COVID-19 vaccine is the thing that will get Americans back to normal everyday life," Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Robert Redfield said Wednesday after being criticized by President Donald Trump for comments made earlier in the day.
CDC Indicates Face Masks May Be Better Covid Protection Than a Vaccine
CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield said that "face masks are the most important, powerful public health tool we have" in fighting the spread of COVID-19 during a Senate hearing on Wednesday.
Where We Stand With the World's Most Promising COVID Vaccine Candidates
Dozens of vaccines for COVID-19 are currently in human clinical trials, with a small number already approved for limited use— however, none have reached the final stage of research proving they are safe and effective.
DOJ: New Jersey Lawyer Issued Almost $9 Million in Fraudulent PPP Loans
Jae H. Choi was indicted on Tuesday for bank fraud, false statements on a loan application, aggravated identity theft and money laundering.
8 Wisconsin Cities on List of Top 20 U.S. Cities With Growing COVID Cases
The majority of the cities have a University of Wisconsin (UW) school within their city limits.
Powerball Numbers For 09/16/20, Wednesday Jackpot Was For $94 Million
The Powerball jackpot for 09/16/20 was for $94 million, with a cash option of $75.1 million.
COVID Study Co-Author Says Results Misinterpreted, Sports Should Return
"I think we have a safe way to return to play," Dr. Curt Daniels told the Columbus Dispatch. "I hope that we will find a way to do so."
Largest N95 Producer CEO Says Demand Still 'Greater' Than Industry Capacity
"We're still facing a challenge to meet that demand," Mike Roman of 3M said.
Current Congress to Be the Least Productive In History, Report Says
Only 1 percent of bills have become law during the 116th Congress, a historic low from the average 3 to 4 percent.
Hawaii Loses Half of Economic Recovery Amid 2nd COVID Lockdown, Case Spike
The new restrictions caused economic activity in the state to take a massive nosedive, reversing Hawaii's recovery as of September 5 to be only 19 percent of what was lost since April.
Mississippi Official Recommends University Fire Professor For Striking
State Auditor Shad White also wants the University of Mississippi to withhold the two days' worth of pay, saying it's his responsibility to investigate the spending of public funds, including the salaries of public universities' faculty.
Police Officer Suspended for Holding Black Doctor at Gunpoint on Own Drive
Dr P.J. Parmar was dropping off some equipment at his own property in Aurora, Colorado, when he was confronted by a police officer brandishing a gun.
Trump Is Within the Margin of Error in Seven Swing States
While national polls show Biden ahead of Trump by 7 percentage points, most polls in major swing states show no clear or definitive winner.
School Students Overhear Woman Being Shot to Death During Remote Class
A child, her classmates and teacher overheard the shooting of a woman by her brother in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, prompting the teacher to call 911 to the student's house.
What Polls Say About Lindsey Graham vs Jaime Harrison in Election Lead-Up
The most recent poll, conducted by Public Policy Polling from July 30 to 31, shows Graham with a slight lead.
Every State Where Coronavirus Cases Are Falling
New infections were reported to be declining in 28 states across the U.S., including California, Florida and Arizona.