At a Decatur studio, fiery passion creates works of art out of glass
At a studio in Decatur, basic materials transform into colorful works of glass art, and even novices can get into the fun.
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Georgia Power installs high-efficiency natural gas turbines at Plant Yates
Utility leaders say new state-of-the-art turbines at one of Georgia's oldest power plants could lower fuel costs for customers while bringing hundreds of construction jobs - and potentially thousands more statewide.
Georgia swears in its youngest state representative
Akbar Ali, 21, was sworn in as the youngest member of the Georgia State House of Representatives on Thursday.
Father awarded full custody of Baby Chance
A family law firm says it helped the father of Baby Chance establish legal rights to his son, who was born to a mother kept on life support after being declared brain dead.
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Brown University student from Maryland describes lockdown during shooting
A Brown University student from Maryland said he spent seven hours in lockdown in a library on the school's campus following the deadly mass shooting on Dec. 13.
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Ask A Doc: Physician Assistant Staci Hodge talks virtual healthcare options
In this ASK A DOC, Physician Assistant Staci Hodge discusses virtual healthcare options for patients.
McDaniel College, McDonogh School partner to cover tuition for faculty graduate degrees
Starting in January 2026, McDaniel College and McDonogh School in Maryland will partner to cover tuition for faculty members pursuing their first graduate degree, the schools announced.
Man killed in Baltimore shooting on day co-defendant's murder trial was to begin
An $8,000 reward is being offered in connection with the killing of a man outside a Baltimore gas station across the street from the Horshoe Casino.
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Wyatt Johnston scores 2, Roope Hintz has goal and assist as Stars beat Sharks 5-3
Wyatt Johnston scored twice and the Dallas Stars beat the San Jose Sharks 5–3.
Goodwin hits free throw with 0.4 seconds left, Suns escape with 99-98 win over Warriors
Jordan Goodwin made the go-ahead free throw with 0.4 seconds left, Devin Booker scored 23 of his 25 points in the second half and the Phoenix Suns escaped with a 99-98 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night.
Vallejo City Unified votes to close 3 elementary schools after months of deliberation
Vallejo City Unified School District officials voted to close three elementary schools after months of deliberation.
Beloved blue whale skeleton at UC Santa Cruz gets high-tech restoration
A chance encounter at the University of California, Santa Cruz, has led to the restoration of a long-time, massive display of a blue whale skeleton display at the university.
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Noem says Brown suspect got U.S. visa through diversity lottery, pauses program
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem says the Trump administration will pause the diversity visa lottery program, which she said was used by Brown University shooting suspect Claudio Manuel Neves Valente.
What we know about the suspect in the Brown and MIT professor shootings
Officials say the same gunman who opened fire at Brown University also killed an MIT professor two days later. Here's what we know about the suspect, who was found dead Thursday night.
Connor McDavid scores short-handed, in Oilers' 3-1 win over Bruins
Connor McDavid scored on a short-handed breakaway and set up Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' power-play score, helping the Edmonton Oilers beat the Boston Bruins 3-1 on Thursday night.
Why researchers say the Brown University shooting is highly unusual
Researchers who study active shooter incidents say the Brown University shooting is highly unusual.
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Chicago area hospitals at risk of significant flooding, new models find
Some Chicago area hospitals are at risk of significant flooding both in and around the buildings, according to new KFF Health News/Fathom models.
Tinley Park family creates homemade Christmas village in their driveway
Tucked into a south suburban neighborhood is a Christmas surprise at least six months in the making. A Tinley Park man has created a Christmas village at his own home.
Zachary Bolduc scores twice as Canadiens beat Blackhawks 4-1
Zachary Bolduc scored twice and Lane Hutson had three assists as the Montreal Canadiens beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-1.
Milwaukee judge found guilty of obstruction after allegedly helping migrant evade arrest
A jury convicted a Milwaukee judge on one count of felony obstruction Thursday, the Associated Press reported, after she was accused of helping a man who was in the U.S. illegally evade federal immigration authorities.
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Health officials remind residents about food, medication safety due outages
Jeffco public health officials are warning about refrigerated food and medications no longer being safe during ongoing outages.
Charter school coaches sue school over firing; allege 1st Amendment violation
Two high school basketball coaches who were fired by a Colorado charter school are suing the school in federal court, saying their suspension and ultimate termination violated their constitutional rights.
Particularly Dangerous Situation ahead for part of Friday's fire threat
For the first time in Colorado, the National Weather Service office in Boulder has issued an extra warning known as "A Particularly Dangerous Situation" for parts of our northern Front Range.
Wind closes Boulder Valley schools for another day
Multiple schools remain without power in the Boulder Valley School District, and Friday's classes are canceled.
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Cooper Flagg, Anthony Davis lead Mavericks past Pistons, 116-114 in overtime
Cooper Flagg, who will turn 19 on Sunday, is averaging 25.4 points over his last eight games.
One person killed in shooting at Westland Kroger store
One person was killed in a shooting on Thursday evening inside a Kroger in Westland, Michigan.
Woman last seen at Hamtramck bar has been found safe, police say
A woman who was last seen at a bar in Hamtramck a week ago has been located, according to police.
82-year-old woman dies after house fire in Dearborn, authorities say
Authorities say an 82-year-old woman died from her injuries Thursday afternoon following a house fire in Dearborn.
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Get cut at Sacred Barbers and look good this holiday season!
Sacred Barbers comes with quite a bit of history, plus they want to make sure you look good for the holiday season.
Experience Mexican culture with authentic food at Casa Lola!
It's a spot you may know, but now they're under brand new ownership, and the menu has been revamped! Sade Browne is in downtown Sacramento checking the brand new Casa Lola.
A new initiative where senior citizens can enjoy a free meal! | 'No Seniors Left Behind this Holiday
Arbor Place Assisted Living Community in Lodi is launching 'No Senior Left Behind This Holiday Season', starting in December! Every Thursday, a senior citizen can come to one of our three locations and have a free meal.
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Podcast clips shed light on Nick Reiner's struggles with addiction
Nick Reiner said he destroyed his parents' guesthouse and had a "cocaine heart attack" in a 2018 episode of the "Dopey Podcast."
Detective praised for stopping motorcyclist accused of killing San Bernardino County deputy
Detective Shaun Wallen was off-duty when he helped take out a motorcyclist accused of killing a San Bernardino County deputy.
Brea police arrest school board member who allegedly sent sexual messages to minor
Brea police arrested school board member Christopher Becerra for allegedly sending sexual messages to a minor.
Repairs to Newport Beach oil well may not be finished by Christmas
The emergency repairs to cap an abandoned oil well in Newport Beach may miss its Christmas deadline.
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Backyard fire at Miami duplex displaces family, knocks out power to dozens
A shed fire behind a duplex blew a transformer, cutting electricity to about 35 customers as crews worked through the night to restore service.
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Trump administration pauses immigration cases for people from another 20 countries
The U.S. government has expanded a sweeping pause on legal immigration applications to include those filed by people from an additional 20 countries, a U.S. official told CBS News.
Heat beat Nets 106-95 to snap 5-game losing streak
The Miami Heat snapped a five-game losing streak with a 106-95 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night.
Eileen Higgins takes office as Miami mayor, pledging to fix city's permitting process
City officials agree the permitting system is too slow and siloed — and say they welcome the mayor's push for reform.
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Wild beat Blue Jackets 5-2 for 6th straight win
Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy each had a goal and two assists, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 for their sixth straight win.
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Trump administration pauses immigration cases for people from another 20 countries
The U.S. government has expanded a sweeping pause on legal immigration applications to include those filed by people from an additional 20 countries, a U.S. official told CBS News.
Vikings visit skidding Giants in latest young QB showcase
The Minnesota Vikings and New York Giants are eliminated from playoff contention but see their Week 16 matchup as plenty meaningful with another chance for a young quarterback to play.
Milwaukee judge found guilty of obstruction after allegedly helping migrant evade arrest
A jury convicted a Milwaukee judge on one count of felony obstruction Thursday, the Associated Press reported, after she was accused of helping a man who was in the U.S. illegally evade federal immigration authorities.
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J.T. Miller scores in OT to give Rangers 2-1 win over Blues
J.T. Miller scored 2:21 into overtime and the New York Rangers beat the St. Louis Blues 2-1 on Thursday night.
Brunson's late 3-pointer, Anunoby's steal help Knicks beat Pacers 114-113
The New York Knicks rallied for a 114-113 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night.
Heat beat Nets 106-95 to snap 5-game losing streak
The Miami Heat snapped a five-game losing streak with a 106-95 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night.
Soccer fans turn Brooklyn bars into hubs for winter food drive
Nine Brooklyn Football Club partner bars are collecting shelf-stable food and winter coats to benefit 10 local schools.
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Heavy rain, thunderstorms to impact Friday morning commute in Philadelphia
A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect for Friday in the Philadelphia region as heavy rain and thunderstorms will create a messy morning commute.
How one neighbor helped make a transitional housing facility possible in Lansdale
A first-of-its-kind transitional housing space for vulnerable neighbors is coming to Montgomery County next year.
Mother who was critically injured in Chester fire dies about 1 month later
A mother who was critically injured in a fire in Chester, Pennsylvania, died about a month later.
Flyers fall to Sabres as Philadelphia has lost four of the last five games
Tage Thompson and Noah Ostlund scored 2:36 apart in the closing minutes of the second period, and the Sabres won their fourth in a row with a 5-3 victory over the Flyers.
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Police investigating deadly overnight shooting in Rochester Borough
Police were called to New York Avenue just after midnight on Friday.
Penguins drop 7th straight game with 4-0 loss to Ottawa Senators
Linus Ullmark made 24 saves for his first shutout of the season, Brady Tkachuk scored twice and the Ottawa Senators beat the Pittsburgh 4-0 on Thursday night to extend the Penguins' losing streak to seven.
Two people arrested after police say man brandished rifle in Downtown Pittsburgh
Officers were called Thursday morning for reports of a man brandishing a rifle at a maintenance worker on Penn Avenue near 6th Street.
State lawmakers react to Trump reclassifying marijuana as Schedule III drug
On Thursday, President Trump signed an executive order to stop classifying marijuana as a Schedule I drug.
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Sacramento City Unified at risk of running out of cash by June, officials warn
The Sacramento City Unified School District is in the midst of a financial "crisis," according to a warning from a state oversight agency, which found the district's budget shortfalls could be larger than once anticipated at nearly $125 million by 2028.
Sonora celebrates high school's historic back-to-back state championships
The Sonora High School football team was undefeated this season and their celebration Thursday evening, taking their on-the-field title to the streets of their home downtown, was fit for champions.
Trail Blazers outlast Kings 134-133 in overtime on Avdija's late free throws
Deni Avdija made two free throws with 1.5 seconds left in overtime for the last of his 35 points, and the Portland Trail Blazers outlasted the Sacramento Kings 134-133 on Thursday night to open a home-and-home set.
Sacramento police take outreach effort aimed at reducing drunk driving deaths to bars
The number of people killed on Sacramento County streets so far this year is now up to 148 and police say driving under the influence is one of the top factors.
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Cooper Flagg, Anthony Davis lead Mavericks past Pistons, 116-114 in overtime
Cooper Flagg, who will turn 19 on Sunday, is averaging 25.4 points over his last eight games.
Dallas Jewish community marks Hanukkah under heightened security
Security was visibly increased at the park, with Dallas police officers, SWAT teams, private security and Jewish community-based security personnel stationed throughout the area.
North Texas animal shelter bracing for holiday boarding under the guise of pet surrenders
Some pet owners will use the guise of surrender to avoid paying boarding or kennel costs, a shelter representative said.
VA home care changes in Texas: fewer hours for some vets, rural caregiver pay to drop in January
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.