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Gulf Coast rescuers reach people cut off in hurricane's aftermath PENSACOLA, Fla.-- Rescuers on the Gulf Coast used high-water vehicles Thursday to reach people cut off by floodwaters in the aftermath of Hurricane Sally, even ... by The Associated Press - September 18, 2020

Justice Dept.: Sedition charge may apply to protest violence WASHINGTON -- In a memo to U.S. attorneys Thursday obtained by The Associated Press, the Justice Department emphasized that federal prosecutors should aggressiv... by The Associated Press - September 18, 2020

FBI Director Wray says antifa is an ideology, not an organization WASHINGTON -- FBI Director Chris Wray told lawmakers Thursday that antifa is an ideology, not an organization, delivering testimony that puts him at odds with P... by The Associated Press - September 18, 2020

Former FBI Director Comey to testify before Senate panel WASHINGTON -- Former FBI Director James Comey will testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Sept. 30, appearing just a month before the presidential ele... by The Associated Press - September 18, 2020

At drive-in town hall, Biden blasts Trump's 'criminal' virus response MOOSIC, Pa. -- Joe Biden on Thursday went after President Donald Trump again and again over his handling of COVID-19, calling Trump's downplaying of the pandemi... by The Associated Press - September 18, 2020

'Nothing left in the bucket': Wildfire resources run thin Justin Silvera came off the fire lines in Northern California after a grueling 36 straight days battling wildfires and evacuating residents ahead of the flames.... September 17, 2020

Trump disputes health officials, sees mass vaccinations soon WASHINGTON -- Openly contradicting the government's top health experts, President Donald Trump predicted Wednesday that a safe and effective vaccine against the... September 17, 2020

Health official Caputo on leave amid political interference furor WASHINGTON -- A Trump health appointee is taking a leave of absence after allegations of political interference in the federal coronavirus response, followed by... by The Associated Press - September 17, 2020

Hurricane Sally unleashes flooding, hundreds rescued JAY REEVES, ANGIE WANG and JEFF MARTIN September 17, 2020

Experts worry as US virus restrictions are eased or violated PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- State and local officials around the U.S. are rolling back social-distancing rules again after an abortive effort over the summer, allowing ... by The Associated Press - September 16, 2020

Democrats to investigate forced surgery claims in Georgia ATLANTA -- Leading congressional Democrats reacted furiously Tuesday to lightly substantiated claims that immigrants held at a detention center in Georgia are u... by The Associated Press - September 16, 2020

Pelosi: House to stay in session until COVID-19 pact approved WASHINGTON -- Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Tuesday the House will remain in session until lawmakers deliver another round of COVID-19 relief, a move that came as D... by The Associated Press - September 16, 2020

Seeping under doors, bad air from fires won't ease up PORTLAND, Ore. -- Putrid, dangerous air spewing from massive wildfires on the West Coast is seeping into homes and businesses, sneaking into cars through air co... by The Associated Press - September 16, 2020

City to pay $12M to Breonna Taylor's family, reform police LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- The city of Louisville agreed to pay $12 million to the family of Breonna Taylor and reform police practices as part of a settlement announce... by The Associated Press - September 16, 2020

'Huge rainmaker': Hurricane Sally threatens historic floods ORANGE BEACH, Ala. -- Hurricane Sally drifted in a slow crawl Tuesday toward the northern Gulf Coast, threatening dangerous storm surge and relentless rainfall ... by The Associated Press - September 16, 2020