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US judge denies Trump's bid to halt Jan. 6 lawsuits while he fights criminal charges in 2020 election case
Donald Trump lost a bid Thursday to pause a string of lawsuits accusing him of inciting the U.S.…
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EPA designates 2 forever chemicals used in cookware as hazardous substances
The Environmental Protection Agency on Friday designated two forever chemicals that have been used in cookware, carpets and…
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Ex-pharmacy exec faces sentencing in Michigan woman's death linked to tainted steroids
Days after a routine injection to ease back pain, Donna Kruzich and a friend drove across the border…
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Michigan girl's contaminated Wendy's meal left her with permanent brain damage, lawsuit claims
A Michigan girl has allegedly suffered permanent brain damage and a slew of other medical injuries after eating…
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California establishes nation's first drinking water limit in response to 'Erin Brockovich' contaminant
California regulators voted Wednesday to establish a drinking water limit on hexavalent chromium, a toxic chemical compound made…
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Maine lawmakers approve several gun safety bills after deadliest shooting in state's history
The Maine Legislature approved sweeping gun safety legislation including background checks on private gun sales, waiting periods for…
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Thousands of workers allegedly sickened by 2010 oil spill left with little or no compensation
When a deadly explosion destroyed BP’s Deepwater Horizon drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico, 134 million gallons…
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Georgia parliament advances controversial 'Russian law' targeting media organizations
Georgia's parliament has voted in the first reading to approve a proposed law that would require media and…
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Connecticut's top public defender faces termination over misconduct allegations
Connecticut's top public defender fought to keep her job Tuesday as an oversight commission began considering whether to…
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Seven jurors chosen in Trump criminal trial, 11 more needed
Seven jurors have been selected for former President Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial. Lawyers approved the seven…