Written by an Atlanta graduate, the Black National Athem still resonates
On Clark Atlanta University's campus, there's an extra sense of pride when students hear "Lift Every Voice and Sing."
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Bondi dismisses concerns over Gabbard's role in FBI search of Georgia election hub
Attorney General Pam Bondi says she's not worried about the involvement of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard in an FBI search of a Georgia election office.
Fourth suspect in Shedeur Sanders' home burglary arrested in Georgia
The search for a fourth suspect accused of burglarizing the home of Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders has ended. DeKalb County police announced Friday that 20-year-old Carlos Morris is now in custody after investigators located him at an apartment complex in Decatur.
Body believed to be Lil Jon's missing son recovered in park pond, police say
Days after Atlanta rapper Lil Jon's adult son was reported missing, Georgia authorities have intensified their search near where he was last seen.
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Police release details of brazen Glen Burnie sexual assault, kidnap attempt
Anne Arundel County police say a woman was taking out her trash in Glen Burnie Thursday night when a man sexually assaulted her and tried to kidnap her.
The meaning behind the Maryland Terps' iconic No.1 lacrosse jersey
The Maryland No. 1 has symbolized dominance for decades. It's one of the most coveted jerseys in college lacrosse.
Meta finds Baltimore County teen did not violate sexual exploitation policy hours after WJZ inquiry
A Baltimore County mom turned to WJZ after saying Meta wrongfully disabled her daughter's Instagram, where she shared her dog-training and performance content.
Ice covers many Baltimore sidewalks as arctic cold front moves in, power outage risk across Maryland grows
Almost two weeks after the heaviest snow and sleet storm in a decade, Maryland is bracing for the coldest temperatures this winter.
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From the streets to the Puppy Bowl, a Bay Area dog finds a new home
Now in its 22nd year, the Puppy Bowl has become one of Super Bowl Sunday's most beloved traditions, pairing playful competition with a serious mission: promoting the adoption of shelter dogs.
BART could close 15 Stations, lay off 1,200 without sales tax measure
BART officials are warning of deep service cuts and station closures if Bay Area voters reject a proposed regional sales tax measure on the November ballot.
San Bruno house fire follows shooting; 1 injured
A house in San Bruno erupted into flames Friday afternoon following a shooting at the location, authorities said.
Heroic U.S. Army "Hello Girls" of World War I to be honored at Colma cemetery
A service honoring the "Hello Girls," women who served as bilingual telephone operators in the U.S. Army Signal Corps during World War I, is set for this weekend at a cemetery in Colma.
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Celtics rally from 22-point deficit to edge Heat, 98-96
Jaylen Brown had 29 points and Payton Pritchard scored 24 points to help the Boston Celtics beat the Miami Heat 98-96 on Friday night.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Michael Keaton honored as Man of the Year by Harvard's Hasty Pudding
Actor Michael Keaton was roasted before receiving the 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals.
11 children taken to hospital from Wellesley day care with skin irritation
A Wellesley, Massachusetts day care was shut down after a dozen children came in contact with an irritant that left their hands red.
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How Chicago's architectural innovation helped shape the nation
Chicago helped shape the nation in so many ways, including the pioneering of skyscrapers – the big, beautiful buildings the city of big shoulders introduced to the world.
Bus driver fired after texting while driving on snowy trip from Chicago to Detroit
A Chicago bus driver is out of a job after he was caught on camera with his hands off the wheel and his eyes glued to his cell phone.
Suburban police team up to go after burglars targeting video gambling machines
Police in Chicago's south and southwest suburbs are teaming up to target thieves targeting video gambling machines, which have become an increasingly popular target for burglary crews.
Drone pilot helps family find lost dog missing in the cold for 2 weeks
An eagle-eyed drone pilot helped spot a missing foster puppy who had been out in the cold for more than two weeks in Chicago's northwest suburbs.
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Rep. Evans to grill top immigration officials at congressional hearing
Immigration enforcement will take center stage next week in D.C. Lawmakers will hold two high profile hearings as Congress faces a looming deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
New DOJ rules seek to limit asylum appeals, immigrant advocates say it denies due process rights
The Department of Justice has proposed a rule change to clear a backlog of 200,000 immigration appeals.
Denver Rescue Mission offers program that helps men build a new life
For some people, addiction and homelessness go hand-in-hand. The Denver Rescue Mission has a long history of helping people in recovery.
Proposed change restricting sugary drinks from SNAP met with some opposition
Final discussions are underway as Colorado moves toward possible changes to how SNAP benefits work in the state.
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Bus driver fired after texting while driving on snowy trip from Chicago to Detroit
A Chicago bus driver is out of a job after he was caught on camera with his hands off the wheel and his eyes glued to his cell phone.
Detroit Pistons rout New York Knicks, 118-80
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
Detroit man accused of assaulting three women he dated within a year
A Detroit man has been charged in connection with the assault of three women he dated within a year, according to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office.
Driver rescued after parking garage partially collapses in Dearborn
Fire Chief Joseph Murray says they had been in contact with the driver and are not aware of any injuries.
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Good Day Sacramento
Funderland Amusement Park turns 80!
Funderland Amusement Park has been making memories in Sacramento since 1946, and this season, they are going BIGGER than ever! Friday, February 6th, marks the exciting kickoff of the 80th Anniversary Season (weather permitting), and you are invited to be part of the magic from the very first moment!
Get ready for Valentine's Day at Blue Valentine Art Gallery!
Archival Gallery presents Blue Valentine, a group exhibition, and Heart of Glass by JC Strote. These exhibitions get us in the mood for Valentine's Day, with a diverse collection of landscapes, figurative work, and glass sculptures. Dina is there now, taking a look around.
Ryan is trying Trinidadian cuisine at The Trini Table!
The Trini Table is one of the only 2 Trinidadian cuisines in Sacramento. They'll teach us about a popular traditional dish called "doubles."
We're saying goodbye to Minute Maid Frozen Orange Juice!
We bid farewell to a Gen X staple, Minute Maid frozen orange juice concentrate.
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Video shows Inglewood daycare teacher throwing shoe at 5-year-old student with autism
Protesters gathered outside of an Inglewood daycare facility on Friday to express their outrage over a disturbing video that shows a teacher throwing her shoe at a 5-year-old student with autism in January.
2 arrested for deadly shooting near railroad tracks in Long Beach
Two people were arrested in connection with a deadly shooting in early January that left a 32-year-old man dead near the Union Pacific Railroad tracks in Long Beach, police said on Friday.
Woman survives pole impalement "against all odds" while driving on 10 Freeway in San Bernardino
Janina Akporavbare recalls the day when she thought she was going to die. It was August 25, when she was driving on the westbound lanes of the 10 Freeway, near the Tippecanoe exit.
Laguna Beach city leaders mulling ban of large pop-up shade structures over safety concerns
Laguna Beach city leaders are mulling a proposal that would ban large pop-up shade structures on the sand to protect the safety of beachgoers.
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Miami Cybertruck driver arrested in fatal DUI crash, deputies say
The 21 year old turned himself in to deputies two months after the crash where authorities say he was drunk.
Celtics rally from 22-point deficit to edge Heat, 98-96
Jaylen Brown had 29 points and Payton Pritchard scored 24 points to help the Boston Celtics beat the Miami Heat 98-96 on Friday night.
South Florida man sentenced to prison for assaulting ICE agents
A Lake Worth Beach man was sentenced to one year and one day in federal prison after prosecutors say he struck and resisted ICE officers.
Spanish-speaking drivers react to Florida's shift toward English-only exams
In Miami-Dade, nearly 34,000 people signed up for appointments in February, and about 67% requested the Spanish-language exam.
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Crow Wing County sheriff addresses 2 agreements made with ICE
Several sheriff's offices in Minnesota have what's called a 287(g) agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Different models allow departments to help enforce ICE operations and to serve warrants on people inside their jails. Crow Wing County has both.
Hennepin County sheriff opens door to working with ICE to end surge
Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt said Friday she's carefully considering options for a compromise with federal immigration agents if it means winding down Operation Metro Surge.
Alex Pretti's family calls for joint state, federal investigation into his death
After a contentious start to the investigation into Alex Pretti's death, his family feels true justice starts with both the FBI and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension working together.
SOS put out for Twin Cities small businesses amid ICE surge
The city of Minneapolis estimates it's losing $10 million to $20 million in revenue each week — with the Lake Street corridor in particular down $46 million in revenue between December 2025 and last month.
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Detroit Pistons rout New York Knicks, 118-80
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
Queens apartments deteriorating after building managers' arrests, tenants say
After their building managers were arrested on fraud charges, tenants in Queens say their apartments were left in chaos.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
School bus driver faces traffic violations in deadly Brooklyn crash
Police say Amira Aminova, 11, died Thursday after she was struck by a school bus while crossing the street in Bath Beach, Brooklyn.
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Below freezing temps return to Philadelphia as arctic blast plagues the region
Old man winter is not done with us yet. A dangerously cold day is on tap as subfreezing temperatures return to the Delaware Valley.
Dirty Frank's in Center City raises minimum age for entry to 25. Here's why.
The Center City dive bar is raising its minimum age to 25 in an effort to crack down on underage drinking and disruptive behavior.
Meet Nikki Franke, the coach who shaped women's fencing at Temple for 50 years
In her five decades leading Temple University's women's fencing program, Dr. Nikki Franke broke barriers and built opportunities for future generations.
Felony charge against Gavin McKenna, Penn State hockey star, dropped
Prosecutors have dropped the most serious assault charge against Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna.
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Michael Keaton honored as Man of the Year by Harvard's Hasty Pudding
Actor Michael Keaton was roasted before receiving the 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals.
Teen driver killed in crash remembered for his "zest for life"
The teen driver who was killed in a crash in Juniata County, Pennsylvania, while on a FaceTime call with a friend was identified as Charles Raffensberger III.
Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania's 18 Under Eighteen for 2026
Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania has honored outstanding young people in the area through its "18 Under Eighteen" program.
Woman describes moments before Interstate 79 crashes
An 18-year-old young man from Pittsburgh was killed and nine others were injured after a massive pileup on Interstate 79.
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Mark McGwire returns to the Athletics as a special assistant to player development
Mark McGwire rejoined the Athletics as a special assistant to player development.
Yuba City looks to crack down on unpermitted street vendors
Yuba City is looking to crack down on unpermitted street vendors after seeing an uptick in unpermitted street food vendors over the past few years.
Relief in sight for Placer County drivers on busy Baseline Road corridor
Drivers who rely on a congested stretch of Baseline Road could soon see some relief.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Retired Dallas officer fights to keep daughter out of Panama prison after gun found in luggage
Sabrina Underwood faces a mandatory 12‑year sentence after authorities in Panama discovered a loaded gun in her checked bag, a case her father says was a tragic mistake.
State school board members urge investigation into ICE school walkouts
Their letter to the Texas education commissioner argues that recent walkouts raised safety concerns and violated parental expectations.
Dallas international investigator weighs in on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie
He breaks down what makes the case unusual and the factors investigators are likely weighing.
One person dies after fire sweeps through home on Fort Worth's southeast side
Firefighters faced heavy flames as they arrived at the home on Wilbarger Street.