Joe Hernandez
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National
Some U.S. companies have started assuring workers they'll help them access abortions
If Roe v. Wade is overturned, as a leaked draft opinion from the Supreme Court suggests it could be, millions of Americans could lose access to abortions where they live.
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Sports
The U.S. now says Russia is wrongfully detaining WNBA star Brittney Griner
Griner was arrested after authorities reportedly found vape cartridges with hashish oil in her luggage. The shift in language indicates the U.S. will work more aggressively to secure her release.
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National
Here's what could happen if Roe v. Wade is overturned
If the U.S. Supreme Court strikes down the landmark decision, it will have a major impact in states across the country that have already signaled their intention to further restrict or ban abortion.
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Science
Google honors the Black inventor who likely inspired the phrase "the real McCoy"
Elijah McCoy, the revolutionary Black inventor who was born 178 years ago today, came up with an idea for an automatic lubricator that kept engines oiled while they ran.
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Food
More than 120,000 pounds of ground beef is recalled over possible E. coli concerns
There have been no confirmed reports of illnesses or adverse reactions related to consumption of the ground beef, which was shipped to stores nationwide, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said.
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National
In a lawsuit, a group of Texas library patrons says a book ban amounts to censorship
Llano County officials said they wanted to remove "pornographic" material from libraries but actually censored books based on political and religious grounds, the library patrons' lawsuit says.
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National
A rattlesnake bit Cary Elwes. Here's what to do if it happens to you
Don't apply a tourniquet or try to suck out the poison. Instead, call 911 and do your best to stay calm.
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Politics
The U.S. Army expands benefits for soldiers who are parents
The U.S. Army is expanding benefits for both birth and non-birth parents in its force.
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National
NLRB sues Starbucks for retaliating against 3 workers involved in unionizing
Federal officials asked the court to have the employees reinstated. At least 28 Starbucks stores across the country have voted to form a union.
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National
A historic court martial ends with the first conviction of an Air Force general
Maj. Gen. William T. Cooley was found guilty of abusive sexual contact for forcibly kissing his sister-in-law after a 2018 event. He faces dismissal from the military and up to seven years in prison.