Jaclyn Diaz
Stories
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Climate
2 deaths are reported as uncontrolled wildfires ravage Southern California
Two people have died in the Eaton fire, one of three major wildfires burning in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Tens of thousands of people have evacuated; more than 1,000 structures have burned.
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National
Wild weather brings snow to the South and Santa Ana winds to the West
As the South prepped for snow and more cold starting Wednesday, residents in Southern California faced off with hurricane-strength winds.
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National
Vehicular attacks are not new. But preventing them has been a big challenge
For decades, individuals and terrorist groups have used vehicles to carry out deadly attacks. But installing safeguards hasn't always been successful.
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National
The attack in New Orleans reveals ISIS' influence lingers, experts say
The man behind the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans said in videos that he was inspired by ISIS and had joined the group this summer. This attack shows ISIS' resonance and resilience persists.
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National
21 states are getting minimum wage bumps in 2025
Increases in Delaware, Illinois and Rhode Island will bring those states' minimums to $15 an hour, meaning 10 states and Washington, D.C., will now have $15 or higher minimum wage.
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National
Should you be worried about bird strikes during your next flight?
Bird strikes occur daily for commercial flights, costing airlines millions in damages each year. Although rare, these incidents can result in injuries and fatalities.
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National
A health care provider that faced dozens of prisoner lawsuits is filing for bankruptcy
Wellpath, a health care provider for hospitals, prisons and jails, has been dogged by wrongful death and medical negligence suits. What happens to those cases now that it has filed for bankruptcy?
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Arts & Life
How to navigate gift returns and regifting this holiday season
Etiquette experts weigh in on what to do with that ugly sweater you got for the holidays.
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Politics
Activists worry that Trump will bulldoze trans rights. Here's how they're preparing
Trump's campaign promised policies targeting the transgender community once he's in office. LGBTQ groups face fear, anxiety and uncertainty as they prep for an anticipated challenging four years.
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National
This lawyer is fighting defamation lawsuits that can silence sexual assault victims
Since the start of the #MeToo movement, many accused abusers have filed defamation charges against their accusers in retaliation, advocates say. Law professor Victoria Burke wants to change that.
