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ALI SWENSON Associated Press

We have a wiener! Joey Chestnut eats 71 hot dogs for title

NEW YORK (AP) — Joey “Jaws” Chestnut ate 71 wieners and buns to secure his 12th title at Nathan’s Famous annual July Fourth hot dog eating contest on Thursday, just a few hot dogs shy of breaking the record he set last year. In front of a crowd of fans and facing 17 opponents, the […]
7 years ago
In this image taken from video provided by Ben Hood, a firefighter works to extinguish a fire, Thur...
Associated Press

Strongest earthquake in 20 years rattles Southern California

The strongest earthquake in 20 years shook a large swath of Southern California and parts of Nevada on Thursday.
7 years ago
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CNN

6.4 magnitude earthquake in So Cal felt as far away as Las Vegas

The U.S. Geological Survey reported a 6.4 magnitude earthquake Thursday in California's San Bernardino County that was felt as far south as Los Angeles.
7 years ago
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Matthew Brooks

See the national anthem played on seven credit card machines

A YouTuber created a rendition of the U.S. national anthem by hot-wiring seven credit card machines. The creator uses everyday devices to recreate popular songs.
7 years ago
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CNN

American pride has hit an all-time low, a new poll finds

89% of us take pride in our military, and 85% on matters of American culture and the arts. But just 32% feel pride in the American political system.
7 years ago
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Paul Nelson

Friends hold vigil for Mackenzie Lueck, vow to take action

Tears and hugs at the University of Utah as friends and sorority sisters of Mackenzie Lueck hold a vigil for their murdered friend. 
7 years ago
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., prepares to do a television interview on Capitol Hill, Thurs...
Associated Press

Border Patrol Chief: Sexist Facebook posts ‘inappropriate’

The head of the U.S. Border Patrol condemned comments in a secret Facebook group that mocked migrant deaths. The hidden Facebook page is allegedly frequented by current border patrol officers.
7 years ago
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Kelli Pierce

Fire season has arrived in Utah, fueled by a wet winter

Firefighters say this year's fire season could be a long one after fires popped up in Salt Lake City, Herriman, Beaver, and Tooele County over the weekend.
7 years ago
SALT LAKE CITY -- Expungment fees are going up in Utah. Before July 1, if you were eligible to expu...
Colby Walker

Think you’re smart about your money? Think again!

Nearly three-quarters of American adults gave themselves a "high" rating on their finance knowledge, but our money knowledge doesn't make the grade.
7 years ago
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Colby Walker

Ogden soldier dies in Afghanistan

Sgt. 1st Class Elliott J. Robbins, 31, was a Green Beret Medical Sargent has died over the weekend in a "non-combat related incident."
7 years ago
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CNN Staff, CNN

Happy 40th birthday, Walkman

It was 40 years ago today that Sony, not Apple, revolutionized the way we listen to music.
7 years ago
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RICHARD LARDNER Associated Press

Rules that control drive time for truckers set to be relaxed

OPAL, Va. (AP) — Truck driver Lucson Francois was forced to hit the brakes just five minutes from his home in Pennsylvania. He’d reached the maximum number of hours in a day he’s allowed to be on duty. Francois couldn’t leave the truck unattended. So he parked and climbed into the sleeper berth in the […]
7 years ago
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By Kevin Liptak, CNN

Trump takes 20 steps into North Korea, making history as first sitting US leader to enter hermit nation

President Donald Trump shook hands with Kim Jong Un on Sunday and took 20 steps into North Korea, making history as the first sitting US leader to step into the country.
7 years ago
FILE - In this May 9, 2016 file photo, a marine biologist holds a young lobster on Friendship Long ...
By PATRICK WHITTLE Associated Press

Baby lobster numbers spell trouble for shellfish population

Baby lobsters are raising questions about what the valuable shellfish's population will look like in several years.
7 years ago
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, lower front center, joins people participating in the LBGTQ Pride m...
By SABRINA CASERTA and REBECCA GIBIAN Associated Press

50 years of LGBTQ pride showcased in protests, parades

Crowds gathered outside New York's historic Stonewall Inn on Sunday to celebrate five decades of LGBTQ pride.
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FILE - In this May 21, 2019, file photo, People gather at the state Capitol to rally in support of ...
Associated Press

Trump administration agrees to delay health care rule

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Trump administration has agreed to postpone implementing a rule allowing medical workers to decline performing abortions or other treatments on moral or religious grounds while the so-called “conscience” rule is challenged in a California court. The rule was supposed to take effect on July 22 but the U.S. Department of […]
7 years ago
President Donald Trump poses for a photo with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a meeting on the ...
Associated Press

Truce in US-China trade war as 2 rivals seek breakthrough

President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping agreed to a cease-fire Saturday in their nations’ yearlong trade war.
7 years ago
Luis Alvarez testifying before Congress this month. (CNN)...
CNN

9/11 first responder and advocate Luis Alvarez dies at 53

A 9/11 first responder and advocate died on Saturday from complications of cancer in connection with his work among the rubble.
7 years ago
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CNN

US beats France to reach Women’s World Cup semifinals

In a colossal contest on a balmy summer night in Paris, the US prevailed over host France to move a step closer to successfully defending its title.
7 years ago
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MARK SHERMAN Associated Press

Supreme Court won’t block districts drawn for partisan gain

The Supreme Court says federal courts have no role to play in policing political districts drawn for partisan gain. The decision could embolden political line-drawing for partisan gain when state lawmakers undertake the next round of redistricting following the 2020 census.
7 years ago
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ASTRID GALVAN Associated Press

AP Explains: What happens when migrants arrive at US border

For many people trying to enter the country, it's a matter of waiting, waiting and waiting some more for the OK to come across — unless they try to force the issue and slip over the border, a dangerous and sometimes lethal undertaking that involves trekking through the scorching desert and fording the deceptively tricky Rio Grande.
7 years ago
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Boyd Matheson, Deseret News

Photo of tragic drowning. Will it unite or divide?

Will a horrific photo from the US border continue to divide us on immigration policy or unite us to prevent another tragedy?
7 years ago
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Kelli Pierce

Tips flood in as Salt Lake City Police look for leads in Mackenzie Lueck case

Salt Lake City Police say they know Mackenzie Lueck was texting after she arrived at the airport on June 17, and are tracking down leads.
7 years ago
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CNN

Video shows deputies rescuing baby in a plastic bag

A Georgia sheriff's department released body camera video of deputies rescuing a baby found in a plastic bag, in hopes of finding her mother.
7 years ago