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Booking photo of Mahin Khan (Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office) Booking photo of Mahin Khan (Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office)

Arizona man formally charged with terrorism charges

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An 18-year-old Tucson man arrested on suspicion of plotting terrorist attacks faces a new count after being indicted. 

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Sixth victim in Maryvale serial shootings dies, community on edge

The third victim in a shooting outside a west Phoenix home has died. (Source: KPHO/KTVK) The third victim in a shooting outside a west Phoenix home has died. (Source: KPHO/KTVK)
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The mother of the 12-year-old who was killed in a triple shooting last month has died of her injuries. Stephanie Ellis, 33, was sitting a car parked outside her home with her daughter and partner when somebody shot all three of them in the early morning hours of Sunday, June 12.

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Video shows gruesome aftermath of Minnesota police shooting Video included

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A woman who watched as a police officer fatally shot her boyfriend during a traffic stop broadcast the gruesome aftermath of the slaying live on Facebook, telling a worldwide audience that her companion had been shot "for... More>>

Wendy's says more than 1,000 restaurants affected by hack

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Wendy's said hackers were able to steal customers' credit and debit card information at 1,025 of its U.S. restaurants, far more than it originally thought. More>>

US stocks slip as oil dives and safety stocks fall

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U.S. stocks are sinking Thursday afternoon as investors sell utility and phone company stocks, safe-play assets they've favored in the wake of Britain's vote to leave the European Union last month. Stocks started... More>>

Woman arrested in murder of husband, mother-in-law at Glendale home

Kimberly Marie LaCount (Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office) Kimberly Marie LaCount (Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office)
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Glendale police have arrested two suspects in a triple shooting that left a man and his mother dead. The man's father is still recovering. One of the suspects is the son's wife.

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Vehicle slams into strip club in Phoenix

(Source: KPHO/KTVK) (Source: KPHO/KTVK)
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A vehicle crashed into a strip club early Thursday morning, leaving a large hole in the side of the building.

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Police seek suspects who stole Rolex watch from Scottsdale jewelry store

(Source: Silent Witness) (Source: Silent Witness)
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Police are asking for the public's help to identify two suspects in a Scottsdale jewelry store theft.

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Was Arizona's voter database hacked? FBI says maybe Video included

(Source: Gleb Shabashnyi via 123RF) (Source: Gleb Shabashnyi via 123RF)
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The voter registration database contains the name, home address, date of birth and party affiliation of the more than 3 million registered voters in the state of Arizona. It includes the last four digits of each voter’s Social Security number, his or her driver’s license number and a photograph of his or her signature. The database remained offline Wednesday as a state cyberteam searches for any issues after the FBI found a "credible security threat."

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Officer shoots man, fiancee streams his death on Facebook Live - Graphic Video included

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A Facebook Live video captured the chaotic aftermath of the fatal police shooting of Philando Castile in Minnesota. As word of the shooting spread, protestors gathered at the governor's mansion in St. Paul, chanting, "No justice, no sleep."

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'Hot, wet and wild' 2016 weather as US has warmest June

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America's warm, wild and costly weather broke another record with the hottest June, federal meteorologists say. And if that's not enough, they calculated that 2016 is flirting with the U.S. record for most... More>>

Embattled Phoenix Sgt. facing demotion in deadly shooting

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A Phoenix police sergeant who fought to get his job back after blowing the whistle on botched kidnapping numbers might be getting demoted. This comes after a separate incident in which a suspect shot at officers and officers fired back, killing that suspect.

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Jon Bon Jovi joins wedding band for 'Livin' on a Prayer'

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Jon Bon Jovi was a reluctant singer at a Florida wedding last weekend. More>>

The kid stays in the picture

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Dean Stewart knew it as soon as he heard that he’d been drafted by the Coyotes.  That picture he took with Shane Doan when he was 8 years old would now be pretty cool to share on social media. 

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Grueling Navy SEAL training defended, questioned after death

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Basic training for Navy SEALs is designed to be a grueling process to find the U.S. military's strongest fighters and turn them into an elite force able to dive into the world's deadliest places. More>>

Road rage flasher arrested Video included

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The woman caught on a cell phone video cursing and flashing body parts following a traffic accident was arrested and faces charges for the incident and possibly more charges for unrelated crimes.

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Mega Millions jackpot rises to $540M

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The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for 11 p.m. ET Friday. The previous drawing, held, Tuesday, was the 34th consecutive that did not produce a winner.

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Correction: Wal-Mart-Mobile Payment story

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In a story July 6 about Wal-Mart's payment service, The Associated Press reported erroneously that a cashier scans a QR code on the phone when a customer uses Wal-Mart Pay. In fact, the customer scans a QR code... More>>

Cold water works to clean clothes Video included

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Historically, detergents needed the hotter water to be more effective, but 'Consumer Reports' experts say, that rule no longer exists.

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EB I-10 reopens near Eloy after fatal tractor-trailer crash

(Source: Arizona Department of Public Safety) (Source: Arizona Department of Public Safety)
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Eastbound Interstate 10 has reopened near Eloy at milepost 211 following a fatal crash. ADOT says backup is 4 to 5 miles.

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Happy macaroni day, everybody!

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 Macaroni, that staple of American childhood - and grownup - cuisine, is celebrated today.

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Woman shot, killed after deputies respond to domestic violence call in Yuma

(Source: KPHO/KTVK) (Source: KPHO/KTVK)
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The Yuma Police Department has identified the person fatally shot by sheriff's deputies responding to a domestic violence call earlier this week.

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Woman killed in crash involving concrete truck, car in W. Phoenix

(Source: KPHO/KTVK) (Source: KPHO/KTVK)
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A woman is dead following a crash involving a concrete truck and a car at 45th Avenue and Indian School Road in west Phoenix.

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Woman goes to jail for poisoning co-worker Video included

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The woman was caught on camera pouring a skin care product into her co-worker's water, making her co-worker sick. (Source: Montgomery County District Attorney/WHAG/CNN)

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Comedian Sarah Silverman 'lucky to be alive' after surgery

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Comedian Sarah Silverman says she's "insanely lucky to be alive" after undergoing surgery and spending a week in the intensive care unit due to what she calls "a freak case of epiglottitis." More>>

Sterling shooting: Protests continue as FBI takes over investigation Video included

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The investigation regarding the officer-involved shooting that resulted in the death of Alton Sterling has been handed over to the FBI. 

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Spain: 4 injured, none gored in 1st Pamplona bull-run

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Four people were injured in falls but no one was gored as more than a thousand thrill-seekers tested their agility and courage by racing alongside fighting bulls through the streets of this northern Spanish city in the... More>>

Body-builders recreate Iwo Jima scene, add a cross

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 The group’s leader, Alexander Ersing, painted the flag on his body and held himself up on the staff.

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Santas gather for Kringle Family Reunion

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 A group of jolly Santas were trying to break a record for most Santa Clauses on a Ferris wheel. 

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Reward increased, neighbors talk unsolved serial shootings case with Phoenix Police

Dozens came out for a community to discuss the series shootings in the Maryvale neighborhood. (Source: KPHO/KTVK) Dozens came out for a community to discuss the series shootings in the Maryvale neighborhood. (Source: KPHO/KTVK)
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Phoenix Police held a community meeting in Maryvale Wednesday to discuss a string of shootings that have killed five people.

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Son of late Phoenix PD lieutenant helps woman & child after rollover

A crossover SUV crashed into a wall after rolling over. A good Samaritan helped out the victims inside. (Source: KPHO/KTVK) A crossover SUV crashed into a wall after rolling over. A good Samaritan helped out the victims inside. (Source: KPHO/KTVK)
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The son of a Phoenix police lieutenant who recently died helped a woman and a child after their vehicle rolled over and crashed into a wall in central Phoenix on Wednesday night. 

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Drug-sniffing dogs keep 250+ lbs. of drugs off Arizona streets

On Monday, July 4, a CBP working dog helped his human counterparts find more than 242 pounds of marijuana worth about $121,000 packed in suitcases stashed in the rear cargo area of a Hyundai SUV. (Source: Customs and Border Patrol) On Monday, July 4, a CBP working dog helped his human counterparts find more than 242 pounds of marijuana worth about $121,000 packed in suitcases stashed in the rear cargo area of a Hyundai SUV. (Source: Customs and Border Patrol)
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More than 250 pounds of drug never made it to Arizona streets thanks to a pair drug-sniffing dogs. The dogs found the drugs in two separate incidents at Arizona's Port of Lukeville on Highway 85.

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The 'Trail Angel' of Camelback mountain

Scott Cullymore helps hikers on Camelback Mountain if they need it. (Source: KPHO/KTVK) Scott Cullymore helps hikers on Camelback Mountain if they need it. (Source: KPHO/KTVK)
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He's not from heaven but an "angel" is helping hikers on Camelback Mountain.

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Will alcohol sales expand at Arizona Stadium? Video included

(Source: Tucson News Now) (Source: Tucson News Now)
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There won’t be any changes for the upcoming season at Arizona Stadium, but the department will continue to monitor the results at other stadiums with general alcohol sales.

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IF THE SHOE FITS

Mesa cop protects, serves and gives away shoes

Officer Green gives shoes to man in need. (Source: Mesa Police Dept.) Officer Green gives shoes to man in need. (Source: Mesa Police Dept.)
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A Mesa police officer is becoming Internet famous after somebody snapped a photo of him giving a homeless man a pair of shoes.

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2 bodies discovered in Scottsdale apartment

Photos from the scene showed the Scottsdale Police Department's command vehicle parked outside the Revival on Scottsdale apartments in the neighborhood of Scottsdale and McKellips roads. (Source: Preston Phillips, KPHO/KTVK) Photos from the scene showed the Scottsdale Police Department's command vehicle parked outside the Revival on Scottsdale apartments in the neighborhood of Scottsdale and McKellips roads. (Source: Preston Phillips, KPHO/KTVK)
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Police are investigating the discovery of two bodies at Scottsdale apartment complex late Wednesday afternoon.

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Serving up suds at Sun Devil football games?

ASU said it's going over the idea of selling beer at Sun Devil Stadium. (Source: KPHO/KTVK) ASU said it's going over the idea of selling beer at Sun Devil Stadium. (Source: KPHO/KTVK)
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 Arizona State University says it’s thinking about selling booze on football game day.

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Most Asian stock indexes rise on upbeat US economic report

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Most Asian stock benchmarks rose Thursday after an upbeat U.S. economic report helped ease persistent investor concerns over Brexit-related global turmoil. More>>

Bill to boost airport security, ease lines gets green light

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House and Senate lawmakers announced an agreement Wednesday on an aviation bill to boost airport security, reduce screening lines and require airlines to refund fees to passengers whose bags are lost or delayed. More>>

Twins give birth at same time Video included

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Identical twins recently shared something against the odds: Children born on the same day at the same time. 

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AZ gets $54M grant to improve I-10 between Phoenix, Tucson

Up to 120,000 vehicles travel this busy corridor every day. (Source: KPHO/KTVK) Up to 120,000 vehicles travel this busy corridor every day. (Source: KPHO/KTVK)
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Funds will be used to widen bottleneck areas where there are only two lanes, install dust storm early warning technology, and address short acceleration and deceleration lanes. 

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Fireworks accident sends firefighter to hospital

Something went wrong during a fireworks show in Parker, AZ. (Source: Mone Barreras) Something went wrong during a fireworks show in Parker, AZ. (Source: Mone Barreras)
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An Arizona firefighter is in the hospital after something went wrong during a Fourth of July fireworks show in the western part of the state. The video is terrifying to see, but the injured firefighter made sure nobody else got hurt.

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Police need help identifying armed robbery suspect

"The unidentified suspect is described as a White or Hispanic male with dark hair and goatee, wearing a bright green long-sleeved shirt and khaki colored shorts or pants," police said. (Source: Avondale Police Department) "The unidentified suspect is described as a White or Hispanic male with dark hair and goatee, wearing a bright green long-sleeved shirt and khaki colored shorts or pants," police said. (Source: Avondale Police Department)
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The Avondale Police Department is turning to the public for help identifying the suspect in an armed robbery at an ATM outside a Chase bank branch. 

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Justice Dept. closes Clinton email probe with no charges

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The Justice Department's investigation into Hillary Clinton's email setup has been formally closed without any criminal charges, Attorney General Loretta Lynch said Wednesday. More>>

D-backs bring lamb into clubhouse for Jake Lamb campaign

The lamb got a tour of the D-backs clubhouse on Wednesday as the team promotes voting Jake Lamb into the All-Star game. (Source: KPHO/KTVK) The lamb got a tour of the D-backs clubhouse on Wednesday as the team promotes voting Jake Lamb into the All-Star game. (Source: KPHO/KTVK)
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I'm not kidding ewe. The Arizona Diamondbacks really did bring a lamb into their clubhouse to fire up the All-Star voting campaign for third baseman Jake Lamb.

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501K hoverboards recalled over fire hazard

Ten companies are recalling more than a half million hoverboards. Safety advocates say the batteries inside can lead to dangerous fires. Weijia Jiang reports. Click/tap here for full story (Wednesday, July 6, 2016)

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In lawsuit, Gretchen Carlson alleges sex harassment at Fox

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Former Fox News Channel anchor Gretchen Carlson sued network chief executive Roger Ailes on Wednesday, claiming she was cut loose after she refused his sexual advances and complained about harassment in the workplace. More>>

Nurse donates kidney to save complete stranger

Jim Ensslin, 56, and Kate Burris, 27 (Source: Dignity Health) Jim Ensslin, 56, and Kate Burris, 27 (Source: Dignity Health)
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A young nurse recently saved the life of a total stranger by donating one of her kidneys.

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Is liquid biopsy the future of cancer detection?

Scientists around the world are working on blood tests to detect cancer. Now researchers in Baltimore are reporting promising results. Danielle Nottingham has the details. (Wednesday, July 6, 2016)

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Teen uses gun to scare away family acquaintances in burglary attempt

Cody Headrick, left, and Elizabeth Quigley, right. (Source: MCSO) Cody Headrick, left, and Elizabeth Quigley, right. (Source: MCSO)
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An armed 13-year-old boy prevented a burglary from happening in Glendale by two people who were family acquaintances .

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Questions parents paying for a wedding should ask

If you're a parent considering paying for a wedding, you know to expect some major sticker shock. CBS5 Advocate Dave Cherry explains what questions parents need to answer before they proceed. (Wednesday, July 6, 2016)
 

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Arizona terrorism suspect claimed to support ISIS

Mahin Khan was arrested Friday, July 1 on terrorism charges. (Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office) Mahin Khan was arrested Friday, July 1 on terrorism charges. (Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office)
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A court document released Wednesday is giving new details about the arrest of a man on suspicion of conspiring to launch acts of terrorism against government buildings in Maricopa and Pima counties.

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Two women donate hundreds of knitted caps to PCH

Pamela Adams and Eva Espinoza dropped off about 1,700 knitted caps on Wednesday at Phoenix Children's Hospital. (Source: KPHO/KTVK) Pamela Adams and Eva Espinoza dropped off about 1,700 knitted caps on Wednesday at Phoenix Children's Hospital. (Source: KPHO/KTVK)
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Two Bank of America employees have been knitting on the job all in an effort to help out the tiniest patients at Phoenix Children's Hospital.  

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No bond for 18-year-old arrested on terrorism charges

Mahin Khan is being held without bond on felony terrorism charges. (Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office) Mahin Khan is being held without bond on felony terrorism charges. (Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office)
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Mahin Khan, who just turned 18, was arrested at his Tucson home Friday after warrants were served there and in Chandler. Few details were immediately available, but Khan arrest stems from alleged threats against government buildings in Pima and Maricopa counties.

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Man tries to kidnap girl from CA store Video included

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A 4-year-old girl was not physically hurt when a man tried to kidnap her from a California store. 

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GOP to examine FBI decision on Clinton emails Video included

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Irate that Hillary Clinton will not face criminal charges over her emails, House Republicans are summoning FBI Director James Comey to Capitol Hill to answer their questions. More>>

Snapchat introduces new way to save old snaps

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Snapchat's commitment to the ephemeral message was ... ephemeral. The popular visual messaging service is giving users a new way to save old "snaps" they shared with friends. More>>

Family of Alton Sterling holds press conference outside City Hall Video included

An emotional press conference was held Wednesday morning outside Baton Rouge City Hall.   

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Cell phone video released in deadly shooting involving Baton Rouge police Video included

(Source: WAFB viewer) (Source: WAFB viewer)
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Cell phone footage circulated on social media shows Tuesday morning’s deadly police shooting of a man outside of a Baton Rouge convenience store.

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Fireworks mishap in western Arizona, 1 reported injury

Something went wrong during a fireworks show in Parker, AZ. (Source: Mone Barreras) Something went wrong during a fireworks show in Parker, AZ. (Source: Mone Barreras)
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A mishap at a Fourth of July fireworks display in western Arizona injured a firefighter and sent people running for cover.

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No end to Afghan war: Obama slows US withdrawal Video included

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President Barack Obama scrapped plans Wednesday to cut American forces in Afghanistan by half before leaving office, a dispiriting blow to his hopes of extricating the U.S. after 15 years of fighting. He said he'll... More>>

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  • The kid stays in the picture

    The kid stays in the picture

    Thursday, July 7 2016 1:38 PM EDT2016-07-07 17:38:26 GMT

    Dean Stewart knew it as soon as he heard that he’d been drafted by the Coyotes.  That picture he took with Shane Doan when he was 8 years old would now be pretty cool to share on social media. 

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    Dean Stewart knew it as soon as he heard that he’d been drafted by the Coyotes.  That picture he took with Shane Doan when he was 8 years old would now be pretty cool to share on social media. 

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  • Padres rout Diamondbacks 13-6 to win series in Arizona

    Padres rout Diamondbacks 13-6 to win series in Arizona

    Thursday, July 7 2016 1:51 AM EDT2016-07-07 05:51:56 GMT
    (Source: KPHO/KTVK)(Source: KPHO/KTVK)

    Ryan Schimpf homered twice, Yangervis Solarte drove in five runs, three on a homer, and the San Diego Padres beat Arizona 13-6 on Wednesday night to take two of three from the Diamondbacks.    

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    Ryan Schimpf homered twice, Yangervis Solarte drove in five runs, three on a homer, and the San Diego Padres beat Arizona 13-6 on Wednesday night to take two of three from the Diamondbacks.    

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  • D-backs bring lamb into clubhouse for Jake Lamb campaign

    D-backs bring lamb into clubhouse for Jake Lamb campaign

    Wednesday, July 6 2016 9:21 PM EDT2016-07-07 01:21:10 GMT
    The lamb got a tour of the D-backs clubhouse on Wednesday as the team promotes voting Jake Lamb into the All-Star game. (Source: KPHO/KTVK)The lamb got a tour of the D-backs clubhouse on Wednesday as the team promotes voting Jake Lamb into the All-Star game. (Source: KPHO/KTVK)

    I'm not kidding ewe. The Arizona Diamondbacks really did bring a lamb into their clubhouse to fire up the All-Star voting campaign for third baseman Jake Lamb.

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    I'm not kidding ewe. The Arizona Diamondbacks really did bring a lamb into their clubhouse to fire up the All-Star voting campaign for third baseman Jake Lamb.

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