Roem becomes first openly transgender person in Virginia state Senate
Danica Roem, the first openly trans state senator in Virginia, campaigned on raising teacher pay, increasing access to health care and preventing gun violence.
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U.S. hits Iran-linked facility amid ongoing attacks on U.S. forces in Iraq, Syria
The Pentagon announced the U.S. military carried out retaliatory strikes against an Iran-linked facility in eastern Syria after rocket and drone attacks against U.S. forces continued.
Democrats urge Biden to protect Palestinians in the U.S. from deportation
More than 100 Democratic lawmakers asked President Biden to allow Palestinians living in the U.S. without permanent legal status to gain deportation protections.
Citi illegally discriminated against Armenian-Americans, feds say
Federal financial regulators allege that Citi denied credit card applications from Americans of Armenian descent.
16 busted in Gambino family Mafia crackdown in U.S. and Italy
Federal prosecutors in New York announced the arrests of 10 men allegedly connected with the Gambino crime family. Six others were arrested in Italy as part of the operation.
HSN failed to report dangerous defect in 5.4 million steamers
Home Shopping Network received reports of dozens of injuries and hundreds of customer complaints before notifying the government, regulators said.
8 dead after suspected human smuggler crashes in Texas
The fatal crash took place as the suspected smuggler, driving from Houston in a Honda vehicle, attempted to evade arrest from the Zavala County Sherriff's Office, an official said.
Patrick Dempsey named "Sexiest Man Alive" by People magazine
Patrick Dempsey takes the crown from "Captain America" actor Chris Evans.
Not yet vaccinated? Now's the time before Thanksgiving, CDC says
Experts say now is a good time to get vaccinated against COVID and flu ahead of your Thanksgiving holiday gathering.
Authorities seek killer after murder victim identified 36 years later
DNA samples and genetic geneology helped to identify Jerry A. Mikkelson — 36 years after his body was found.
Bear steals $45 Taco Bell order from Florida family's porch
The caper was captured on the home's Ring camera.
Republican debate highlights: 5 key moments from the third debate in Miami
Five Republican presidential hopefuls gathered in Miami on Wednesday for the third debate of the primary cycle.
Gas prices are plunging. Here's what to expect for the holidays.
Gas prices are now below $3 a gallon in eight states, and drivers in other parts of the country could also see cheaper fuel costs.
FDA approves a new weight loss drug, Zepbound from Eli Lilly
The medication, tirzepatide, was previously approved as Mounjaro for diabetes and will now be marketed as Zepbound for weight loss.
Atlanta man arrested with gun near U.S. Capitol faces numerous charges
The suspect, 21-year-old Ahmir Lavon Merrell, was arrested near the U.S. Capitol with an AR-style pistol, according to court documents.
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FDA warns of rare vision-loss side effect from GLP-1 drugs
U.S., Russia and Ukraine start talks aimed at ending war
Gas prices slip below $4 a gallon for first time since July
Top lawyer in DOJ's Civil Division is latest in string of resignations
Trump admin. proposes stricter unemployment work search rules
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