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NJT Suspended From NY Penn, Newark Due to Open Portal Bridge

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New Jersey Transit train service is suspended in both directions between New York Penn Station and Newark Penn because the portal bridge is stuck in the open position. Photo Credit: Chopper 4

Banksy Back in NYC, New Mural Protests Jailed Turkish Artist

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Banksy is back in Manhattan. Photo Credit: NBC 4 New York This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.

Trevor Noah Rips Tucker Carlson For Saying Gun Protest Students Aren’t Citizens

“Get the f**k out of here man."

Trump Store’s Attempt To Troll Jimmy Kimmel Over Chinese Merch Goes Very Wrong

The battle heats up.

Dan Rather Subtly Zings Trump With Immanuel Kant Quote About Lies

“By a lie a man throws away and, as it were, annihilates his dignity as a man."

Watch Fox News Personalities Slam Obama And Praise Trump Over The Same Thing

Now that's a double standard.

What Hidden Messages In Cartoons Did You Miss Growing Up?

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Right under your child nose. View Entire Post ›

Russia Vows To Expand ‘Black List’ Of Americans In Response To New Sanctions

Moscow has also not ruled out extra measures in response to new sanctions for allegedly interfering in U.S. elections.

Los Angeles barred from enforcing nearly all gang injunctions, federal judge rules - Los Angeles Times

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Los Angeles Times Los Angeles barred from enforcing nearly all gang injunctions, federal judge rules Los Angeles Times Peter Arellano, 22, says he has never been part of a gang, but he had been subject to an Echo Park gang injunction along with his father, until he was removed as part of an American Civil Liberties Union lawsuit last year. (Genaro Molina / Los Angeles ... Federal court bars city of Los Angeles from enforcing gang injunctions KABC-TV Federal judge bars Los Angeles from enforcing gang injunctions MyNewsLA.com LAPD gang injunctions blocked by federal court 89.3 KPCC all 8 news articles »

‘Weird Al’ Yankovic Just Made History In The Weirdest Way Possible

This is definitely not a lame claim to fame.

19 Of The Best Face Moisturizers You Can Get On Amazon

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"Stay hydrated." —me, not drinking enough water, but moisturizing the crap out of my skin. View Entire Post ›

What's The Funniest Thing Your Kid Has Ever Done?

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You know that video of your kid you've watched 50 times and still laugh at? View Entire Post ›

Little legal recourse for FBI's McCabe if fired right before retirement - Politico

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Politico Little legal recourse for FBI's McCabe if fired right before retirement Politico If Attorney General Jeff Sessions carries through on an FBI recommendation to fire former bureau Deputy Director Andrew McCabe on the eve of his planned retirement, a massive legal imbroglio seems inevitable. However, lawyers say McCabe's legal options ... McCabe is a patriot, but if he lied, he deserves rebuke CNN Former FBI official urges Justice Dept not to fire him days before he retires Reuters Andrew McCabe and Consequences Wall Street Journal Business Insider  - Bloomberg  - ABC News  - New York Times all 226 news articles »

Tripp Halstead dies - CBS46 News Atlanta

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CBS46 News Atlanta Tripp Halstead dies CBS46 News Atlanta Tripp was severely injured when a tree limb landed on him in 2012 but kept fighting. His mother posted a picture on Facebook Thursday morning saying he woke up with a high heart rate and labored breathing. Tripp was playing outside of his Winder ... and more »

We Know Which Generation You Belong In Based On Your Taste In Cartoons

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If you watch cartoons you're forever young anyway. View Entire Post ›

Bad info from school officer hindered rescue at Stoneman Douglas, tapes reveal - Sun Sentinel

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Sun Sentinel Bad info from school officer hindered rescue at Stoneman Douglas, tapes reveal Sun Sentinel Coral Springs Police and the Broward Sheriff's Office initially had trouble communicating with each other during the Florida school shooting on Feb. 14, 2018, according to the radio transmissions. Lisa J. Huriash, Stephen Hobbs and Paula McMahonContact ... Florida | Us-news | The Guardian The Guardian all 246 news articles »

Democrats' Surrender On Torture Is Nearly Complete - HuffPost

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HuffPost Democrats' Surrender On Torture Is Nearly Complete HuffPost Former CIA Director John Brennan, Senator Dianne Feinstein, CIA Deputy Director Gina Haspel and President Barack Obama. 170. In the same tweet he used to unceremoniously fire Secretary of State Rex Tillerson Tuesday morning, President Donald Trump ... and more »

Broward Sheriff's Office releases video showing deputy standing outside Parkland school during massacre - Washington Post

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Washington Post Broward Sheriff's Office releases video showing deputy standing outside Parkland school during massacre Washington Post The Broward County Sheriff's Office released video footage Thursday that showed the armed school resource officer on campus during the Parkland, Fla., shooting rampage standing outside a school building while the massacre unfolded inside. The video ... Broward Deputy Scot Peterson seen standing outside during Florida school shooting in new video Fox News Video confirms deputy didn't confront Parkland school gunman NBCNews.com Video shows disgraced deputy outside school during massacre New York Post Miami Herald  - The Guardian all 225 news articles »

4 people killed when new pedestrian bridge collapses near Miami, crushing eight cars underneath - Washington Post

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Washington Post 4 people killed when new pedestrian bridge collapses near Miami, crushing eight cars underneath Washington Post MIAMI — At least four people were killed when a pedestrian bridge hailed for a novel construction method collapsed Thursday over a busy road west of Miami, crushing eight vehicles and leaving rescue workers racing to free victims from chunks of ... Miami pedestrian bridge collapses, killing at least four, officials say NBCNews.com Fallen Bridge: as Victims Are Found Officials Seek Answers U.S. News & World Report Miami Bridge Collapses; at Least 4 Are Dead New York Times CBS News  - CNN  - Miami Herald  - AL.com all 933 news articles »

Mueller Subpoenas Trump Organization, Demanding Documents About Russia - New York Times

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New York Times Mueller Subpoenas Trump Organization, Demanding Documents About Russia New York Times WASHINGTON — The special counsel, Robert S. Mueller III, has subpoenaed the Trump Organization in recent weeks to turn over documents, including some related to Russia, according to two people briefed on the matter. The order is the first known ... Why hasn't Mueller talked to Donald Trump Jr. yet? Washington Post Republicans fear they botched Russia report rollout Politico Mueller Just Stepped Over Trump's Red Line Bloomberg Los Angeles Times  - ABC News  - Business Insider  - The Atlantic all 283 news articles »

Bad info from school officer hindered rescue at Stoneman Douglas, tapes reveal - Sun Sentinel

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Sun Sentinel Bad info from school officer hindered rescue at Stoneman Douglas, tapes reveal Sun Sentinel Coral Springs Police and the Broward Sheriff's Office initially had trouble communicating with each other during the Florida school shooting on Feb. 14, 2018, according to the radio transmissions. Lisa J. Huriash, Stephen Hobbs and Paula McMahonContact ... and more »

Trump decides to remove national security adviser, and others may follow - Washington Post

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Washington Post Trump decides to remove national security adviser, and others may follow Washington Post President Trump has decided to remove H.R. McMaster as his national security adviser and is actively discussing potential replacements, according to five people with knowledge of the plans, preparing to deliver yet another jolt to the senior ranks of ... McMaster Ouster Denied by White House Amid Reports He's Next Bloomberg Trump Plans to Oust National Security Adviser McMaster Wall Street Journal Sources: Trump ready to replace HR McMaster as national security adviser CNN Los Angeles Times  - The Hill  - Reuters  - CBS News all 96 news articles »

Ryan Zinke To US Rep. Whose Grandparents Were Imprisoned In WWII: 'Konnichiwa!' - HuffPost

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HuffPost Ryan Zinke To US Rep. Whose Grandparents Were Imprisoned In WWII: 'Konnichiwa!' HuffPost Zinke made the dumb comment in response to a plea that we not forget a dark moment in our country's history. By Ryan Grenoble and Kimberly Yam. Secretary Zinke Budget Hearing March 15 2018 Part Two. Info. Shopping. Tap to unmute. If playback doesn't ... Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke says he's cut cost of pricey doors CNN Japanese-American senator hits Zinke over 'flippant' response on preserving internment sites Politico A Member Of Trump's Cabinet Actually Said “Konnichiwa” When Asked About Japanese Internment Camps BuzzFeed News Idaho Statesman (blog)  - Splinter (blog) all 48 news articles »

Meghan McCain and Liz Cheney Engage In Twitter Feud Over Torture After Trump's CIA Nomination - Newsweek

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Newsweek Meghan McCain and Liz Cheney Engage In Twitter Feud Over Torture After Trump's CIA Nomination Newsweek President Donald Trump's choice to lead the Central Intelligence Agency has spurred a feud between the daughters of Republican Senator John McCain and former Vice President Dick Cheney, who take opposing views on appointee Gina Haspel's track record ... and more »

Mother's final post before Tripp Halstead's death detailed problems, had hope - WXIA-TV

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fox15abilene.com Mother's final post before Tripp Halstead's death detailed problems, had hope WXIA-TV The mother of Tripp Halstead, the boy who won the hearts of millions across the world, was open and honest about the triumphs and setbacks her little boy faced after a life-changing accident back in 2012. It was Oct. 29, 2012 when a tree limb fell on ... Tripp Halstead, Georgia boy seriously injured by tree limb, dies five years after accident whnt.com Tripp Halstead dies CBS46 News Atlanta all 22 news articles »

In a first, an undocumented immigrant is appointed to a statewide post in California - Washington Post

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Washington Post In a first, an undocumented immigrant is appointed to a statewide post in California Washington Post A 33-year-old woman has become the first undocumented immigrant named to a statewide post in California. Lizbeth Mateo, an attorney and immigrant rights activist, was appointed to an advisory committee that seeks to improve access to college for low ... California Senate leader Kevin de León appoints lawyer in the US illegally to statewide post Los Angeles Times California Senate committee appoints first undocumented immigrant to statewide post The Hill (blog) California Appoints Lizbeth Mateo, An Undocumented Immigrant, To A State Post & It's A Huge First Bustle U.S. News & World Report  - Jezebel  - Sacramento Bee  - Newsweek all 42 news articles »

Stormy Daniels' lawyer alleges there are 6 more women with stories similar to his client's - CNN

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CNN Stormy Daniels' lawyer alleges there are 6 more women with stories similar to his client's CNN (CNN) The lawyer representing the porn star Stormy Daniels says six additional women have come forward with similar experiences to that of his client as of Thursday evening -- some who he says also claim to have nondisclosure agreements. "As of tonight ... CBS tentatively sets March 25 for airing '60 Minutes' interview with Stormy Daniels Washington Post Stormy Daniels Interview to Air on '60 Minutes' This Month New York Times A Legal Screw-Up by Michael Cohen Should Give Stormy Daniels the Right to Tell Her Story Slate Magazine Bloomberg  - Business Insider  - The Hill  - PEOPLE.com all 58 news articles »

Riders Vent About Being Stuck on Train in Subway Meltdown

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Straphangers took to social media Thursday night to vent about a hellacious evening commute on the F and G lines, with some reporting they were stuck in between stations for nearly two hours. Photo Credit: @JoshMorrissey / @AnnaPeery This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.

Sibling Tops List of 10 Very Weird 'Things' Left in Ubers

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Uber has released its second annual Lost and Found Index, and it's not all phones and keys Photo Credit: Getty Images

Mom Cuffed, Dad Says He'll Kill Kids After School Brawl

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A mother has been accused of joining in on a Brooklyn schoolyard fight last month, while a father was caught on camera threatening to shoot students who “violates” his daughter after the brawl.

LI Little League Baseball Teams Outraged Over Field Fees

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Community members condemned a decision by Nassau County to begin charging little leagues fees to play on its fields.

Scott Stringer Blasts DOE for Homeless Student Tracking

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New York City Comptroller Scott Stringer blasted the city Department of Education after the release of an audit of an audit on homeless students' ability to make it to class. Melissa Russo reports.

NY by Night: Stunning Vintage Photos of the City After Dark

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These vintage photos capture the magic of New York City in the midnight hours. Photo Credit: Samuel Herman Gottscho/MCNY

'Seas the Day' Among These New NYC Ferry Names Given by Kids

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New York City schoolkids have named another batch of city ferry boats and the winners are just as great as last year. Photo Credit: NBC New York This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.

Hospital Performs Long Island's First Heart Transplant

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A hospital performed Long Island's first heart transplant recently. Erica Byfield reports.

Woman Who Wrote Famous Toys 'R' Us Jingle Sings New Tune

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The woman who wrote the famous "Toys R Us Kid" jingle composed a new song to mark the closing of the massive toy store chain. Jen Maxfield reports.

Conn. Mom Fighting to Walk Again After Being Crushed By Tree

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A Connecticut woman was paralyzed after a tree fell on her during the first Nor'easter storm, breaking her neck and back.

Power Problems Persist in Puerto Rico

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The continuing power crisis left in the wake of Hurricane Maria is leaving some Puerto Ricans feel helpless and desperate. Gaby Acevedo reports.

NYC Homeowner Stuck With Big Bill For Sidewalk Repair

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A New York City man was stuck with a charge for the sidewalk outside his home even though he was involved in a free repair program with the city. Lynda Baquero reports.

NY Residents Uneasy About Trees Near Power Lines

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Westchester residents and officials are trimming trees and calling utilities after a trio of deadly storms. Ida Siegal reports.

NYC Man Paid Romanian Woman to Molest Kids in Skype 'Shows'

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A Brooklyn man pleaded guilty in Manhattan federal court on Thursday to paying a Romanian woman to molest her two young children in live video “shows,” prosecutors said. Photo Credit: NBC New York