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Feds file new indictment in Trump Jan. 6 case, keeping charges intact but narrowing allegations

by ERIC TUCKER and ALANNA DURKIN RICHER Associated Press August 27, 2024August 28, 2024

It represents an effort by prosecutors to comply with the Supreme Court’s immunity ruling.

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High rents are forcing small businesses into tough choices

by MAE ANDERSON Associated Press August 27, 2024

Owners often raise their prices in an effort to compensate but then lose clients who can no longer afford their services.

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Harris campaign releases new ad to highlight plans to build 3 million homes and reduce inflation

by JOSH BOAK Associated Press August 27, 2024August 27, 2024

Her proposal includes the government providing assistance to first-time buyers, tax breaks for homebuilders, and expanding existing incentives for companies that construct rental homes.

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Immigrant families in limbo after judge puts U.S. program for spouses on hold

by VALERIE GONZALEZ Associated Press August 27, 2024August 27, 2024

The court order, which lasts for 2 weeks but could be extended, comes one week after the Department of Homeland Security began accepting applications.

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Snowstorms in summer? Here’s a look at a wild week of U.S. weather

by Associated Press August 27, 2024August 27, 2024

The week of extreme weather across the nation includes a heat wave, tropical storm, landslide, flash flood and snow.

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Zuckerberg says White House pressured Facebook over some COVID-19 content during pandemic

by Associated Press August 27, 2024August 27, 2024

Experts warn this year’s U.S. election could be swamped by misinformation with the proliferation of AI and other tools to produce false news stories and content that could mislead voters.

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Biden, Harris push scrutiny of police, while Trump would halt such efforts

by David Nakamura and Robert Klemko The Washington Post August 27, 2024August 27, 2024

Donald Trump says he wants to let police loose in cities. Kamala Harris and the Biden administration have embraced federal oversight and accountability efforts.