Grayson High grad killed in Minneapolis attack; suspect had violent past
The family of a 23-year-old metro Atlanta man is demanding answers after he was killed during a violent attack at a Minneapolis mental health treatment facility.
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Cornell's Jane Doe said she felt like a 'sex doll' after alleged rape, newly reviewed texts show
New York's attorney general will investigate the rape allegation.
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Tony Romo parting ways with CBS Sports following DWI arrest
Broadcaster and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is no longer employed at CBS Sports following his DWI arrest in July.
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DOJ: Former Texas Southern adjunct professor sentenced for nearly $1 million in student aid fraud
Officials say Emmanuel Finnih received almost $1 million from making over 100 financial aid applications using Texas students' information.
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Ohtani's injuries lingering into postseason, and even he can't pinpoint what's behind them
Even Shohei Ohtani isn't sure the extent of injuries to his right biceps, left knee and neck that kept him off the mound after the All-Star break and landed him on the injured list for the first time with the Los Angeles Dodgers . “I haven’t been able to get a good grasp of the r...
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Suspect in Good Samaritan's murder previously charged with 4 felonies while in jail, records show
Records show the man charged with capital murder in the shooting death of a Good Samaritan on Wednesday was previously charged with four felonies while serving time for an aggravated assault....
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Electric balloon pumps sold at Dollar Tree recalled over overheating, explosion risk
A popular electric balloon pump sold at Dollar Tree is being recalled after reports of overheating, flames and an explosion.
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Afternoon storms possible Saturday and Sunday in Houston
Saturday’s forecast: The focus for organized widespread heavy rain has dissipated, but the tropical moisture remains in place. With the heating of the day we’ll get scattered heavy rain developing Saturday afternoon. There is also a chance of heavy rain moving along the coast Sat...
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Former TSU adjunct professor sentenced in student financial aid fraud scheme: DOJ
Federal officials said Emmanuel Finnih submitted more than 100 fraudulent financial aid applications using the identities of several students across Texas....
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Probe widens in sexual assault allegations of former HCSO deputy
A former Harris County Sheriff's Office deputy once honored for valor is now jailed, accused of attempted sexual assault and under investigation in more than a dozen possible cases....
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Hochul names Letitia James special prosecutor in Cornell rape case, blasts 'bare minimum' DA
The Cornell rape accuser was 'failed' by people obligated to protect her, Gov. Hochul said at a news conference on Friday.
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Rice University launching dedicated Master’s Degree Program in Artificial Intelligence
Rice University has announced a dedicated Master of Artificial Intelligence (MAI) program launching next fall.
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‘All of this is awesome’: Veterans embrace Houston Stand Down as event connects vets to services
For veterans looking for a new job, housing assistance, healthcare or a fresh start, Houston Stand Down brought resources — and a message of hope — together Friday. The annual event, now in its 33rd year, connected veterans with organizations offering help with everything from VA...