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August 25, 2023

One of North Carolina Supreme Court’s 2 Democrats announces plans to step down

Michael Morgan has announced plans to step down as a North Carolina Supreme Court justice. Morgan’s exit would leave only one other Democrat on the high court.

August 25, 2023

Florida Senate hopeful Patricia Krentcil reveals why she’s running, calls for ‘tax break for moms’

Republican Senate hopeful Patricia Krentcil said she's running for U.S. Senate to be an advocate for hard-working moms and to stand up for the LGBTQ+ community.

August 25, 2023

West Virginia can restrict sale of abortion pills despite approval by federal regulators, according to judge

A federal judge ruled that West Virginia can restrict the sale of abortion pills despite regulators approving the safety and effectiveness of the drug.

August 25, 2023

In Gulf of Mexico, 2023 recreational fishing season for greater amberjack comes to close

After catch limits for greater amberjack were met, the 2023 Gulf of Mexico recreational fishing season for the species ended. The closure is needed to protect the specie's population.

August 25, 2023

Freedom caucus lawmaker warns Trump: Tell supporters to 'stand down'

Colorado Republican Rep. Ken Buck said Thursday that former President Donald Trump should urge his supporters to "stand down" and refrain from violence.

August 25, 2023

Arsonist accidentally lights self on fire while attempting to set church ablaze: video

The Broward County Sheriff's Office released video showing an arson suspect light themselves on fire while attempting to damage a church in Florida. The suspect then fled the scene.

August 25, 2023

MSNBC's Nicolle Wallace struggles to contain smile while discussing violent conditions of Fulton County jail

MSNBC host Nicolle Wallace appeared to stifle a laugh as she discussed the violent conditions of the jail where Donald Trump was booked in Georgia on Thursday.

August 25, 2023

Video shows Tennessee officer holding onto wheel as suspect drives off, doesn't show fatal shooting of suspect

A Tennessee sheriff's deputy fatally shot a 21-year-old man during a traffic stop. Video footage of the stop shows the suspect driving off as the officer hangs onto his vehicle.

August 25, 2023

Alabama woman convicted of murder in death of boyfriend's 3-year-old son

Yalrick Pride, a 23-year-old Alabama woman, was convicted of murder in the death of her boyfriend's three-year-old son. Her boyfriend has been sentenced to life in prison.

August 25, 2023

Legal fight over distribution of medical marijuana license in Alabama continues

Many companies are attempting to obtain medical marijuana in Alabama, but the courts are not making it easy. Lawmakers in the state approved the substance for medical use in 2021.