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Mark Pratt, Associated Press
Polar Vortex Could Bring Rare May Snow, Low Temps To US East
The northeastern U.S. is about to get a cold spring farewell from winter’s bad boy, the polar vortex, which could bring rare May snowfall and record-low temperatures to some areas over the Mother’s Day weekend.4 years ago
Joe Sutton & Jason Hanna, CNN
Wildfires In Florida’s Panhandle Have Forced Hundreds To Flee
Wildfires were burning parts of the Florida Panhandle on Thursday, damaging or destroying an unspecified number of buildings and forcing hundreds of people to flee, officials said.4 years ago
Jed Boal, KSL TV
Rare Syndrome That Could Be Related To COVID-19 Found In Utah Child
As the coronavirus emerged, it appeared to be sparing children. But, within the last 24 hours, there have been reports about seriously ill children in New York and Europe with troubling symptoms that appear related to COVID-19.4 years ago
Russ Bynum & Ben Nadler, Associated Press
Father, Son Charged With Killing Black Man Ahmaud Arbery
Georgia's governor on Thursday described a cellphone video that appears to show a white father and son fatally shooting a black man on a residential street as “absolutely horrific” as the national outcry over the slaying escalated.4 years ago
SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer
Bug Experts Dismiss Worry About US ‘Murder Hornets’ As Hype
Insect experts say people should calm down about the big bug with the nickname “murder hornet” — unless you are a beekeeper or a honeybee.4 years ago
Zeke Miller, Associated Press
President Trump’s Valet Has Coronavirus; President Again Tests Negative
A member of the military serving as one of President Donald Trump’s valets has tested positive for the coronavirus.4 years ago
ANNE D'INNOCENZIO, AP Retail Writer
Neiman Marcus Becomes 2nd Major Retailer To Seek Chapter 11
Neiman Marcus, the 112-year-old storied luxury department store chain, is seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.4 years ago
MICHAEL BALSAMO and ERIC TUCKER, Associated Press
Justice Department Dropping Flynn’s Criminal Case
The Justice Department on Thursday said it is dropping the criminal case against President Donald Trump's first national security adviser, Michael Flynn.4 years ago
Raja Razek and Christina Maxouris, CNN
Customers Shot McDonald’s Employees After Being Told To Leave Due To Coronavirus Restrictions
Two McDonald's employees in Oklahoma City were shot Wednesday after they told two customers to leave the store's dining area, police said.4 years ago
Tad Walch, Deseret News
17 Latter-day Saint Temples To Open For Sealings On Monday, Others To Open In 4 Phases
The First Presidency announced Thursday that 17 temples will reopen Monday for weddings only, the first of four phases that eventually will lead to full operations at all 168 temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.4 years ago
CHRISTOPHER RUGABER, AP Economics Writer
33 Million Have Sought US Unemployment Aid Since Virus Hit
Nearly 3.2 million laid-off workers applied for unemployment aid last week as the business shutdowns caused by the viral outbreak deepened the worst U.S. economic catastrophe in decades.4 years ago
David Koenig, AP Airlines Writer
Frontier Airlines Will Drop Open-Seat Fee That Drew Attacks
After generating a backlash on Capitol Hill, Frontier Airlines is dropping plans to charge an extra fee for passengers to lock in an empty middle seat next to them.4 years ago
Ariane de Vogue, CNN Supreme Court Reporter
Supreme Embarrassment: The Flush Heard Around The Country
The Supreme Court was making history Wednesday afternoon, holding arguments over the phone because of COVID-19, when all of a sudden there was the distinct sound of a toilet flushing.4 years ago
ZEKE MILLER, JILL COLVIN and DARLENE SUPERVILLE, Associated Press
Trump: COVID-19 Task Force Not Dismantling, Just Refocusing
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the COVID-19 task force would continue indefinitely, but focus more on rebooting the economy.4 years ago
Scottie Andrew, CNN
The Psychology Behind Why Some People Won’t Wear Masks
Most Americans have never had to wear a mask for their health before, let alone while they shop for groceries or go for a run.4 years ago
Frank Pallotta, CNN Business
Disney’s Profit Plunged 91% Last Quarter As Its Parks Closed Their Doors
Disney's profit dropped a whopping 91% during the first three months of 2020, revealing the widespread damage that the coronavirus pandemic has brought on its media empire.4 years ago
Dan Spindle, KSL TV
Savers Considering Online Banks In Financial Uncertainty
People are feeling uncertain about their financial futures. But before putting money in a standard savings account, some are considering online banks.4 years ago
Heather Simonsen, KSL TV
4 Survival Tips For Young Families Facing Emotional Stress, Strain
Many young families are facing unimaginable levels of emotional stress and strain. Here’s some clear advice on how to survive in the chaos.4 years ago
Ladd Egan, KSL TV & Samantha Murphy Kelly, CNN Business
Americans Are Getting Fewer Robocalls Because Of The Pandemic
Americans experienced a drop in the amount of robocalls flooding their phones in April, helped by international call centers being shut down during the global pandemic and government efforts to stop Covid-19-related scams.4 years ago
Alec Snyder, CNN
Police: Man Wipes Face On Dollar Tree Worker’s Shirt After Being Told He Needed A Mask
Police in Holly, Michigan, have arrested a 68-year-old man on assault charges after he entered a Dollar Tree on Saturday and wiped his face on an employee's shirt.4 years ago
Pete Muntean, CNN Business
United Airlines Tells Staff: Take 20 Unpaid Days Off, 30% Will Be Laid Off
United has warned some of its staff that the airline will sharply reduce hours and staffing in the months to come.4 years ago
Brekke Fletcher, CNN; video by Jeremy Moorhead
Taco Tuesday Coincides With Cinco De Mayo
Every year, every story about Cinco de Mayo - which falls on Taco Tuesday this year - is required to point out that no, this is not Mexico's Independence Day.4 years ago
CALVIN WOODWARD, Associated Press
Virus-Afflicted 2020 Looks Like 1918 Despite Science’s March
As in 1918, people are again hearing hollow assurances at odds with the reality of hospitals and morgues filling up and bank accounts draining.4 years ago
