Piles of potentially lead-contaminated debris to be removed from Atlanta's west side
Some potentially lead-filled piles of debris left behind after old homes were torn down are raising concerns on Atlanta's west side.
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Suspected "neo-Nazi" gunman kills at least 13 in Russian school
Russian officials say the shooter was a former student who rampaged with converted pistols, wearing "a black top with Nazi symbols and a balaclava."
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Stargazers can get the view of a lifetime on Monday night as Jupiter makes its closest approach to Earth since 1963.
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U.S. spy satellite launched into orbit from California
This was the 387th flight of a Delta rocket since 1960 and the 95th and final launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
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Piles of potentially lead-contaminated debris to be removed from Atlanta’s Westside
Some potentially lead-filled piles of debris left behind after old homes were torn down over a year ago at Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard and Neal Street are raising concerns in Atlanta’s Westside.
Fulton County Remembrance Coalition holds 1906 Atlanta Race Massacre Marker Dedication
The Fulton County Remembrance Coalition’s Historical Marker Dedication to the 1906 Atlanta Race Massacre was held at the Auburn Avenue Research Library in Downtown Atlanta on September 23, 2022.
Canada braces for Hurricane Fiona
Canada is bracing for what has the potential to be one of its worst storms on record. Hurricane Fiona has already killed at least five people across the Caribbean, and the storm is making its way up the Atlantic Ocean. Nova Scotia's Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing John Lohr, who oversees the province's Emergency Management Office, joined CBS News to discuss Canada's preparedness for the storm that meteorologists warn could be a "landmark weather event."
Volunteers participate in community beautification effort
More than 200 volunteers helped to beautify a local park on Atlanta's west side on Thursday afternoon.
EPA continues lead contamination clean up in Atlanta’s Westside
The mostly minority-populated Westside is still on the EPA’S National Priority List to clean-up lead contamination. The EPA is taking public comments to address the concerns.
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Rihanna to headline Super Bowl halftime show
The Super Bowl will take place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 12.
Oscar-winning 'Cuckoo's Nest' actor Louise Fletcher dies
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James Cameron says "Avatar 2" is "more emotional" than the original
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Albert Pujols hits 700th home run, joining baseball greats Bonds, Aaron and Ruth
Albert Pujols hits 700th home run, joining baseball greats Barry Bonds, Hank Aaron and Babe Ruth in exclusive club.
Federer loses doubles match with Nadal, last of his career
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Piles of potentially lead-contaminated debris to be removed from Atlanta's west side
Some potentially lead-filled piles of debris left behind after old homes were torn down are raising concerns on Atlanta's west side.
Suspected "neo-Nazi" gunman kills at least 13 in Russian school
Russian officials say the shooter was a former student who rampaged with converted pistols, wearing "a black top with Nazi symbols and a balaclava."
How to watch Jupiter make its closest approach to Earth in decades
Stargazers can get the view of a lifetime on Monday night as Jupiter makes its closest approach to Earth since 1963.
Former Pence aide calls Trump's declassification remarks "absurd"
Short, who was the former vice president's chief of staff, also commented on Pence's potential presidential ambitions.
Battleground Tracker: GOP House lead shrinks again as voters see high-stakes contest
Voters say rights and freedoms are on the ballot, along with finances and the economy.
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Florida A&M students sue state, alleging racial bias in funding
Historically Black college accuses Florida officials of discriminating against the school based on race.
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Man who shot dog walker with AK-47 convicted of murder
The victim's mother tweeted after the verdict that the sound of handcuffs clicking was "music to my ears."
Disappearance of Ala. college grad tied to man who killed parents as a boy
In 1993, when he was 12 years old, Rick Ennis murdered his parents. But did he kill Lori Ann Slesinski?
Elijah McClain's amended autopsy released three years after his death
The manner of death of Elijah McClain, a 23-year-old massage therapist, was still listed as undetermined.
Video shows train hit police car with woman handcuffed in back seat
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CDC says some nursing homes and hospitals no longer need to require universal masking
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Indiana abortion clinics reopening after judge blocks ban
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All eyes on Aaron Judge as he chases Roger Maris' home run record
Yankees fans are on the edge of their seats as Aaron Judge chases the American League home run record.
Albert Pujols becomes just fourth player to hit 700 home runs
Pujols joined Barry Bonds (762 homers), Hank Aaron (755) and Babe Ruth (714) in one of baseball's most exclusive clubs.
Albert Pujols hits 700th home run, joining baseball greats Bonds, Aaron and Ruth
Albert Pujols hits 700th home run, joining baseball greats Barry Bonds, Hank Aaron and Babe Ruth in exclusive club.
Federer loses doubles match with Nadal, last of his career
Roger Federer has ended his superlative professional tennis career at age 41 with a loss in doubles alongside longtime rival Rafael Nadal at the Laver Cup.
Protester lights arm and part of tennis court on fire during Laver Cup
The incident came hours before Roger Federer was scheduled to play for the final time before retiring.
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Former Pence aide calls Trump's declassification remarks "absurd"
Short, who was the former vice president's chief of staff, also commented on Pence's potential presidential ambitions.
Battleground Tracker: GOP House lead shrinks again as voters see high-stakes contest
Voters say rights and freedoms are on the ballot, along with finances and the economy.
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The former president reposted a video that integrated him into the conspiracy theory's images and symbols.
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Rihanna to headline Super Bowl halftime show
The Super Bowl will take place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 12.
Oscar-winning 'Cuckoo's Nest' actor Louise Fletcher dies
Louise Fletcher, a late-blooming star whose riveting performance as the cruel and calculating Nurse Ratched in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" set a new standard for screen villains and won her an Academy Award, has died at age 88.
James Cameron says "Avatar 2" is "more emotional" than the original
"I think it's more emotional than the first film. I think it focuses more on character and relationship dynamics than the first film did.
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"Every time something brings me down or tries to bring me down, it fuels more determination. I'm feeling stronger than ever now in my life. And, and it feels good."
Nia Long appreciations flow amid Ime Udoka's suspension from the Celtics
She is beloved, especially by the Black community, as she has starred in such classic films as "Love Jones" and "Boyz N The Hood."
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Piles of potentially lead-contaminated debris to be removed from Atlanta’s Westside
Some potentially lead-filled piles of debris left behind after old homes were torn down over a year ago at Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard and Neal Street are raising concerns in Atlanta’s Westside.
Fulton County Remembrance Coalition holds 1906 Atlanta Race Massacre Marker Dedication
The Fulton County Remembrance Coalition’s Historical Marker Dedication to the 1906 Atlanta Race Massacre was held at the Auburn Avenue Research Library in Downtown Atlanta on September 23, 2022.
Canada braces for Hurricane Fiona
Canada is bracing for what has the potential to be one of its worst storms on record. Hurricane Fiona has already killed at least five people across the Caribbean, and the storm is making its way up the Atlantic Ocean. Nova Scotia's Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing John Lohr, who oversees the province's Emergency Management Office, joined CBS News to discuss Canada's preparedness for the storm that meteorologists warn could be a "landmark weather event."
Volunteers participate in community beautification effort
More than 200 volunteers helped to beautify a local park on Atlanta's west side on Thursday afternoon.
EPA continues lead contamination clean up in Atlanta’s Westside
The mostly minority-populated Westside is still on the EPA’S National Priority List to clean-up lead contamination. The EPA is taking public comments to address the concerns.