Aerosol products higher risk for benzene: scientist behind recalls
Dove, Nexxus and Suave are among recalled dry shampoo brands sold nationwide that may contain the human carcinogen.
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Young couple marries in hospital
When it looked as if he might not make it, Zach and Maddy had a wedding on the oncology floor of the hospital. Then, they learned that medicine isn't the only thing that heals. Love does too.
Telemedicine became easier during COVID-19. Now it's reversing.
Restrictions are returning to virtual health visits, an area of medicine that exploded in popularity early in the pandemic.
Terry Bradshaw says he battled two forms of cancer over the past year
"I'm cancer free, I'm feeling great, and over time I'm going to be back to where I normally am," the former NFL quarterback said.
In a nod to JFK, Biden pushes "moonshot" to fight cancer
The fight against cancer is a personal one for the president.
Jane Fonda diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
"This is a very treatable cancer. 80% of people survive, so I feel very lucky," she wrote on Instagram.
'Leave It To Beaver' Star Tony Dow Has Passed At the Age Of 77
Tony Dow, 'Leave it to Beaver' star, dead at 77.
Toby Keith, Country Music Singer Announces He Has Been Fighting Stomach Cancer
Country music superstar Toby Keith has announced he has been battling stomach cancer since late last year but has received treatment and plans to return to the stage soon.
'Family Values' Star And Singer Traci Braxton Dies Of Esophageal Cancer
Singer Traci Braxton of ''Family Values'' dies of esophageal cancer at 50.
Nightbirde 'America's Got Talent' Contestant Dies From Cancer
'America's Got Talent' contestant Nightbirde dies after cancer battle.
Florida Ranks Second in U.S. for Total Number of Melanoma Cases
Known for it's soft white sand and beautiful beaches, Florida ranks high on the list for many things. But it also ranks second in the U.S. for total number of melanoma cases. E
Oak Hill Hospital Named Designated Lung Cancer Screening Center
Oak Hill Hospital is excited to announce during Lung Cancer Awareness Month that it is now a designated Lung Cancer Screening Center by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The ACR Lung Cancer Screening Center designation is a voluntary program that recognizes facilities that have committed to practice safe, effective diagnostic care for individuals at the highest risk for lung cancer.
'This Is A Game-Changer': New Test Can Detect Over 50 Types Of Cancer
New test can detect over 50 types of cancer.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Doctors Say Youth And General Good Health Don't Mean You're Immune
Breast Cancer awareness month.
Jeff Bridges Shares His Experience Battling Covid During Cancer Treatment
Jeff Bridges says he was 'close to the pearly gates' while battling Covid during cancer treatment.
Actor Stanley Tucci Reveals How He Successfully Dealt With Cancer
Actor Stanley Tucci revealed how he dealt with cancer.
Kathy Griffin Provides Update After Cancer Surgery
Kathy Griffin provides update after cancer surgery.
Hugh Jackman Gets Fifth Skin Biopsy, Encourages Sunscreen Use
Hugh Jackman gets fifth skin biopsy, encourages sunscreen use.
Kathy Griffin Shares Lung Cancer Diagnosis: "I've Never Smoked"
Kathy Griffin shares lung cancer diagnosis.
Mark Hoppus Diagnosed With Cancer
Mark Hoppus diagnosed with cancer.
Madonna Heartbroken To Hear Of Protege Nick Kamen's Death
Madonna heartbroken to hear of protege Nick Kamen's death.
Roman Reigns On Beating Cancer And WrestleMania
Roman Reigns on beating cancer and WrestleMania.
Jazz legend Chick Corea Dead at 79
Jazz legend Chick Corea dead at 79.
Dustin Diamond Battling Cancer
Dustin Diamond battling cancer.
Tampa PD Mourn The Loss Of Their Legal Advisor
A difficult day for law enforcement in the Bay Area, the Tampa Police Department are mourning the loss of their friend and long-time legal advisor.
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Fort Bragg, N.C., has been renamed Fort Liberty by the U.S. Army
The change follows a branch-wide push to rename bases that bear the name of Confederate leaders.
How Chick-fil-A became a target for going "woke"
The target of their ire was Erick McReynolds, Chick-fil-A's vice president of DEI, who's held the position for about three years.
DeSantis anti-immigration law takes effect in Florida, statewide protests emerge
Across Florida on Thursday, workers didn't show up at construction sites and tomato fields and scores of restaurants, shops and other small businesses never opened their doors to protest a new state law that imposes restrictions on undocumented immigrants.
Trump on tape talking about classified document he kept after leaving the White House
Several sources say the recording captures the sound of paper rustling, as if Trump was waving the document around, though is not clear if it was the actual Iran document.
100 Days to Indy - 'The big dance'
Months of preparation, and a grueling race schedule have finally led to "The Big Dance."
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DeSantis anti-immigration law takes effect in Florida, statewide protests emerge
Across Florida on Thursday, workers didn't show up at construction sites and tomato fields and scores of restaurants, shops and other small businesses never opened their doors to protest a new state law that imposes restrictions on undocumented immigrants.
Tampa Bay Area experts urge early hurricane preparedness, reference hurricane Ian's lingering impact
You may have noticed more frequent rainy days across the bay area. June 1 kicks off the official first day of hurricane season and experts say that now is the time to make a plan to protect your loved ones.
Tampa Bay Area veterinarians working to generate solutions for struggling pet owners
In 2020, pet shelter adoptions were booming. But skip ahead three years later, and veterinarians say the ratio of animals surrendered to shelters has shot up and the financial strain is to blame.
DeSantis-associated super PAC draws complaint from watchdog group alleging $80M in state funds are being transferred to federal funds
Florida elections officials change campaign finance guidelines, potentially aiding DeSantis allies. A super PAC associated with DeSantis has drawn a complaint from a watchdog group over fund transfers.
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office rescues two human trafficking victims
"He reached out to her and convinced her to move from Jacksonville to Tampa with the false promise of a better way of life," said Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister. After months of investigation, two victims are now receiving assistance and are no longer being trafficked.
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Atlanta police release body cam footage from Midtown hospital shooting
Newly released body cam footage from the mass shooting in Midtown shows Atlanta police searching for the suspect, Deion Patterson, 24.
Prosecutors to drop charges against officers involved in Rayshard Brooks shooting
Prosecutors investigating whether to pursue charges against the Atlanta police officers involved in the June 2020 shooting death of Rayshard Brooks said they plan to have the charges dismissed.
Atlanta Police takes female suspect into custody in deadly Midtown shootings
Atlanta Police said a female suspect has been taken into custody following shootings that left two persons dead and another hurt.
Federal appeals court delays Sen. Lindsey Graham's testimony in Georgia election probe
A federal appeals court agreed to temporarily put on hold a lower court's order requiring that Sen. Lindsey Graham testify before a special grand jury.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp moves to quash subpoena in Fulton County election probe
Kemp's attorneys alleged that the subpoena could "influence the November 2022 election cycle," and called its timing "suspect."
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Tampa Bay Area experts urge early hurricane preparedness, reference hurricane Ian's lingering impact
You may have noticed more frequent rainy days across the bay area. June 1 kicks off the official first day of hurricane season and experts say that now is the time to make a plan to protect your loved ones.
One case of malaria in Tampa Bay Area confirmed by FL Department of Health
The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota and Manatee Counties say there has been one confirmed case of malaria.
FDA proposes revamping medication guides that come with prescriptions
The proposed rule would require the prescriptions you get to come with a new kind of single-page medication guide with an easy-to-use set of directions and easy-to-understand safety information.
Active duty airman and local war veteran share message on Memorial Day
This Memorial Day weekend, local war veterans are on a mission to help their fellow active duty and retired military brothers and sisters.
Local college launches program to help first responders facing mental health setbacks
During Mental Health Awareness month, local law enforcement officers are working alongside education officials to help support each other.
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DeSantis anti-immigration law takes effect in Florida, statewide protests emerge
Across Florida on Thursday, workers didn't show up at construction sites and tomato fields and scores of restaurants, shops and other small businesses never opened their doors to protest a new state law that imposes restrictions on undocumented immigrants.
Trump on tape talking about classified document he kept after leaving the White House
Several sources say the recording captures the sound of paper rustling, as if Trump was waving the document around, though is not clear if it was the actual Iran document.
DeSantis-associated super PAC draws complaint from watchdog group alleging $80M in state funds are being transferred to federal funds
Florida elections officials change campaign finance guidelines, potentially aiding DeSantis allies. A super PAC associated with DeSantis has drawn a complaint from a watchdog group over fund transfers.
House passes debt limit deal as lawmakers race to avert default
The House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to pass a bill to suspend the nation's debt limit through January 1, 2025, as lawmakers race to prevent a catastrophic default.
FBI director speaks with congressional Republicans about Biden document dispute
FBI Director Christopher Wray on Wednesday offered to let House Oversight Chair James Comer view an internal law enforcement document at FBI headquarters that Republicans believe will shed light on an allegation that then-Vice President Joe Biden was involved in a criminal scheme with a foreign national, the chairman said in a statement.
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Fort Bragg, N.C., has been renamed Fort Liberty by the U.S. Army
The change follows a branch-wide push to rename bases that bear the name of Confederate leaders.
How Chick-fil-A became a target for going "woke"
The target of their ire was Erick McReynolds, Chick-fil-A's vice president of DEI, who's held the position for about three years.
DeSantis anti-immigration law takes effect in Florida, statewide protests emerge
Across Florida on Thursday, workers didn't show up at construction sites and tomato fields and scores of restaurants, shops and other small businesses never opened their doors to protest a new state law that imposes restrictions on undocumented immigrants.
Trump on tape talking about classified document he kept after leaving the White House
Several sources say the recording captures the sound of paper rustling, as if Trump was waving the document around, though is not clear if it was the actual Iran document.
It's the first day of hurricane season and there's a brand new tropical depression in the Gulf
Today is the first official day of the Atlantic hurricane season and it's already off to an active start.
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Zelensky makes dramatic Japan appearance as G7 leaders take aim at Russia and China
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky joined leaders of major democracies on Saturday at a summit in Japan dominated by a push to present a unified front against both Russia and China.
Argentina raises interest rate to 97% as it struggles to tackle inflation
The Central Bank of Argentina raised its key interest rate Monday by six percentage points to 97% in an effort to tackle soaring inflation that has reached 30-year highs.
End of Title 42 immigration policy brought fewer migrants than expected, but communities are still on high alert
The expiration of a Covid-related border restriction policy known as Title 42 has so far brought fewer migrant arrivals than expected, but southern border communities still worry about overcrowded migrant processing and detention facilities.
Texas mall massacre gunman identified as witnesses describe horror of the shooting spree that killed 8 people
The man who opened fire Saturday at an outlet mall in Allen, Texas, killing eight people and wounding at least seven others was identified as 33-year-old Mauricio Garcia, the Texas Department of Public Safety said Sunday.
3 soldiers dead, 1 injured after Army Apache helicopters collide midair while returning from a training flight in Alaska
Three soldiers were killed and another was injured when two AH-64 Apache helicopters collided Thursday as they were flying back from a military training flight near Healy, Alaska, US Army officials said.
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One-on-One with Edwin Moses, Part Three
Edwin Moses has been a busy man over the years, with philanthropic work as well as developing and crafting doping protocols used by international amateur sporting bodies.
One-on-One with Edwin Moses, Part Two
Edwin Moses caught many by surprise with his rise to track-and-field stardom.
One-on-One with Edwin Moses, Part One
Atlanta Now's Sam Crenshaw recently sat down with Moses to discuss the path he took throughout his storied life.
Michael Jordan described as 'horrible player' and 'horrible to play with' by ex-teammate Scottie Pippen
Speaking on his former Bulls teammate Stacey King's podcast 'Gimme the Hot Sauce' on Friday, Pippen described Jordan as a "horrible player."
10-time NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony announces his retirement
Carmelo Anthony, one of the greatest scorers the NBA has ever seen, has announced his retirement from basketball at the age of 38.
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Billy Joel announces his Madison Square Garden residency is ending
The first of the final ten concerts will take place in October and conclude with his 150th lifetime show in July 2024.
Singer known as Danileigh arrested for DUI hit-and-run in Miami Beach
According to a police arrest report, a gray Mercedes G550 crashed into a moped and kept going. The moped remained stuck to the car for about a block, the report said.
''Little Mermaid' alleged 'review bombing' prompts rating system change by IMDb
Since last week, "The Little Mermaid" has attracted 43,000 user ratings on IMDb with an average score of 7 out of 10 stars.
Lizzo says she is over the fat shaming
The Grammy-winning performer has been battling fat shaming her entire career. And while many fans have been supportive, Lizzo sounded over the critiques.
'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' spins a sequel of sensory overload
Although the focus is again on Miles Morales, this "Spider-Verse" gives near-equal time to Gwen Stacy, one of the other spider-folk that he encountered in his first foray into parallel universes.
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Peloton is recalling 2 million bikes because seats could break in the middle of a ride
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the seat posts of the bike models involved could break, injuring the riders.
FDA considers first ever over-the-counter birth control pill
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
New York becomes first state to ban natural gas stoves, furnaces in most new buildings
The law requires all-electric heating and cooking in new buildings shorter than seven stories by 2026, and for taller buildings by 2029.
Kroger and its subsidiaries will end weekly grocery specials in newspapers
The ads for Kroger stores and subsidiaries, including Ralphs, Fred Meyer, and King Soopers, will shift online. Printed copies will be available in stores, the company said.
CDC identifies Gold Medal flour as source of salmonella outbreak
Investigators have identified Gold Medal flour as the source of a salmonella outbreak that has infected at least 13 people in 12 states, the CDC said on Monday.
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Pride month: A brief history that brought us to today
As pride month kicks off, Now News takes a brief look at the events that brought us the month of celebrating pride.
DeSantis anti-immigration law takes effect in Florida, statewide protests emerge
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' anti-immigration law took effect Thursday as protest groups walked off of the job and took to the streets in a statewide stand of solidarity.
Tampa Bay Area experts urge early hurricane preparedness, reference hurricane Ian's lingering impact
You may have noticed more frequent rainy days across the bay area. Today kicks off the official first day of hurricane season and experts say that now is the time to make a plan to protect your loved ones. Officials here in the bay area are warning families to get prepared now to avoid the potential long lasting impacts that we're still seeing in southwest Florida post hurricane Ian.
DeSantis-associated super PAC draws complaint from watchdog group
Florida elections officials change campaign finance guidelines, potentially aiding DeSantis allies.
Expensive pet care leads Tampa vet to create budget-conscious incentive program
Animal shelters across Tampa Bay are seeing a troubling amount of pets surrendered. Some experts are pointing to increased medical costs tied to pet care.
