Hurricane Sally strengthening as it inches toward Gulf Coast
The storm has intensified into a Category 2 hurricane with 105 mph winds. "Historic, life-threatening" flooding is "likely," the National Hurricane Center says.
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Blues singer Lady A countersues country band with same name
The Nashville band, which changed its name in June, first sued Lady A in July.
The world is failing to save species and ecosystems, UN warns
Without addressing biodiversity and climate change, the report said, the world will not fully be able to tackle poverty, reduce hunger, or reduce the risk of future pandemics.
Biden makes his first visit to Florida as Democratic nominee
"I am going to work like the devil to make sure I turn every Latino and Hispanic vote," Biden told reporters on Monday.
Apple unveils cheaper watch, new iPad and fitness service
A cheaper smart watch, updated iPad and a fitness subscription are among the new offerings for pandemic times.
Alaska Air suspends some flights because of wildfire smoke
Smoke from the massive blazes has blanketed the Northwest, closing businesses and schools.
Online Trading Academy deceived customers for years, FTC says
"Get-rich-quick" investment training program allegedly used fake testimonials to make lavish earnings claims.
Biden makes first trip to Florida amid questions about Latino support
A poll released earlier this month showed Biden lagging behind Trump among likely Latino voters in Florida.
JPMorgan workers sent home after some test positive for virus
Largest U.S. bank detected infections less than a week after workers began returning to New York City headquarters.
Hobby Lobby raising its minimum wage to $17 an hour
Retailer's baseline pay is nearly double the federal minimum wage, which hasn't increased since 2009.
Aurora temporarily bans ketamine after Elijah McClain's death
The decision comes as the city has faced increasing scrutiny over McClain's death in police custody.
Scientific American backs Joe Biden with first presidential endorsement
The magazine editors believe Biden "can set the country back on course for a safer, more prosperous and more equitable future."
Louisville to pay $12M to Breonna Taylor's family, reform police
The "historic" settlement includes reforms on how warrants are handled by police.
Birds are dropping dead and experts are trying to figure out why
"It's devastating. I don't think I've ever seen anything this horrible in my life," said ecologist Martha Desmond.
Justice Department investigating publication of Bolton's tell-all book
Bolton's memoir, "The Room Where It Happened," hit shelves in June after an unsuccessful attempt by the Justice Department to block publication.
Mississippi Senate race leans Democratic; Colom holds narrow lead
Kennedy family members join lawsuit to block Trump's arch
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Susie Wiles' old lobbying firm in crosshairs of MAGA feud
U.S. soldier accused of spying linked to Russia arrested in the U.K.
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Sanders won't back Schumer as Democratic leader
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