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Jussie Smollett's attorney says actor was 'harmed substantially' by conviction
The former "Empire" actor was found guilty of lying about a hate crime.
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Homan has been tapped to oversee mass deportations in the new administration.
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Susan Smith killed 3-year-old Michael and 14-month-old Alexander in 1994.
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Texas board approves Bible curriculum in public schools
The Texas Board of Education approved a new K-5 curriculum that implements Bible teachings in classrooms.
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Defense rests in Daniel Penny subway chokehold trial
Penny is charged in the death of a homeless man named Jordan Neely.
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5 bear cubs released back into wild after rehabilitation
The cubs spent the summer at Frisco Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs to learn about release on bail next week, judge says
The producer and rapper was previously denied bail in September.
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5 bear cubs released back into wild after rehabilitation
The cubs spent the summer at Frisco Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.
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Texas trans community fights back after Capitol bathroom ban
Residents of Odessa, Texas, spoke out after their city council amended a city ordinance banning transgender individuals from using public bathrooms aligned with their gender identity.
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Texas trans community fights back after Capitol bathroom ban
Residents of Odessa, Texas, spoke out after their city council amended a city ordinance banning transgender individuals from using public bathrooms aligned with their gender identity.
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Prosecutors wind down Trump's federal cases as state cases could be placed on hold
Here's a look at each of President-elect Donald Trump's major court cases.
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Financial aid applications are open: What to know
The college financial aid application used by millions of American families is now officially open for the 2025-2026 school year.
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Jussie Smollett's attorney says actor was 'harmed substantially' by conviction
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November 22
NBA urges players to get guard dogs, update home alarms in wake of burglaries
The NBA also advises players to vet contractors who are working at their homes.
November 22
November 22
Couple arrested after alleged Lululemon theft conspiracy
The couple were arrested in Minnesota in connection with an organized retail theft ring that has caused nearly $1 million in losses from Lululemon stores nationwide.
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Lawsuit against actor Jonathan Majors dropped by ex-girlfriend
Majors was sentenced to domestic violence intervention classes in April.
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November 22
New facility set to harness wave energy
ABC News’ Brad Mielke discusses a testing facility in Oregon being touted by clean energy advocates.
November 22
November 22
How Trump’s plans for government efficiency could impact minority entrepreneurs
Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce for Minority Business Development Eric Morrissette discusses what a new Trump administration could mean for key government programs.
November 22
November 22
Judge delays Trump's Nov. 26 sentencing date in his hush money case
The judge said he will allow the defense to file a motion to dismiss the case.
November 22
November 22
House Democrat weighs in on Israel, Russia-Ukraine
Rep. Adam Smith, D-Wash., ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, discusses the conflicts overseas.
November 22
November 22
Trump’s sentencing date in his hush money case delayed by judge
The judge said he will allow the defense to file a motion to dismiss the case. ABC News’ Aaron Katersky reports.
November 22
November 22
Texas commissioner offers 1,402 acres to Trump for 'deportation facilities'
Tony Payan, director of Rice University’s BIPP Center for the U.S. and Mexico, discusses what this plan could mean for international relations.
November 22
November 22
Tulsi Gabbard draws scrutiny over Russia comments
ABC News’ Shannon Kingston and former CIA Field Operative Darrell Blocker discuss President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for the director of national intelligence.
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November 22
November 22
Daughter reunites with birth mom after 62 years
Effie Myrick, 64, finally got to see her now-93-year-old mother again, after being put up for adoption when she was 2-years-old.
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New Yorkers protect wild turkey roaming the city
The residents of Roosevelt Island are looking out for one notable fowl living in the concrete jungle and named her Astoria.
November 22
November 22
Texas to vote on Bibles in public schools
Texas is set to decide on a controversial curriculum amid a new push for Bible-based learning.
November 22
November 22
Police recover Travis Kelce's watch after spate of burglaries targeting athletes
Police had already confirmed that $20,000 cash was stolen.
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November 22
A killer confession: Detective details 33-hour interrogation
"20/20" examines Shawn Grate’s arrest through new insights from authorities.
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ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Trump nominates new pick for AG after Matt Gaetz withdraws his name from consideration; escaping the economic 'doom loop' of commercial real estate; and COP29 by the numbers.
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ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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Giraffes need endangered species protection for the first time, US officials say
The tallest animal on Earth is in danger, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which has called for federal protections for giraffe species for the first time.
November 21
November 21
Why is Texas offering 1,400 acres of land to Trump for 'deportation facilities?'
The official said the land could be used to build "deportation facilities."
November 21
November 21
2 deputies killed, 1 critically injured in 'horrific' crash: Sheriff's office
They were off the road when a driver changing lanes hit them, the sheriff said.
November 21
November 21
Video of Sean Combs and Cassie Ventura was 'edited, manipulated' court filing says
Combs has previously apologized for his "inexcusable" actions in the video.
November 21
November 21
Giraffes need endangered species protection for the first time, US officials say
Subspecies of northern giraffes has declined approximately 77% since 1985.
November 21
November 21
What Matt Gaetz dropping out means for the Trump transition
Matt Gaetz dropped out of nomination for Attorney General amid a sexual misconduct scandal, plus AMC tells 'Wicked' fans not to sing during the movie.
November 21
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ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, November 20, 2024
House Committee decides whether to release report on allegations against Rep. Matt Gaetz; major storms from coast to coast; a group of influential Black women in politics dissect the 2024 election.
November 21
November 21
Jussie Smollett's conviction in hoax attack overturned by state supreme court
The actor was found guilty of lying about a 2019 hate crime.
November 21
November 21
Utah State University aims to join lawsuit challenging trans sports participation
The transgender community has become a recent target of conservative politics.
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Smollet's defense team holds press conference after case dismissal
Jussie Smollet's attorney: "The evidence always pointed to his innocence in this case."
November 21
November 21
Major American college system announces free education plan
There are nine academic institutions within the University of Texas system.
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November 21
Financial aid applications are open: What you need to know after last year's mess
The FAFSA rollout in 2023 was a disaster.
November 21
November 21
Water levels at Northeast reservoirs are drying up due to drought conditions
Over the past three months, there has been a significant lack of precipitation across the Northeast, according to experts.
November 21
November 21
2 deputies killed, 1 critically injured in 'horrific' crash in Florida
The crash occurred on Southern Boulevard in Palm Beach County.
November 21
November 21
DOJ asks court to force Google to sell Chrome web browser
U.S. regulators want a federal judge to force Google to sell off its web browser Chrome after a court found it had maintained a monopoly over the online search market.
November 21
November 21
Trump has made millions hawking merchandise. Now he could face conflicts of interest
The president-elect has made millions licensing his name and image for profit.
November 21
November 21
Macy’s Thanksgiving parade could be target of terrorist threats, officials warn
Officials warn of both "lone offenders and small groups of individuals."
November 21
November 21
Mom allegedly drowns 14-year-old daughter in tub
A mother has been arrested and charged in the death of her 14-year-old daughter after witnesses saw her holding the girl's head underwater in a bathtub.
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November 21
Mother allegedly drowns 14-year-old daughter in bathtub
The teen died after being taken to the hospital.
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November 21
Missing kayaker who faked own death is 'safe': Sheriff
Ryan Borgwardt, who fled the country after faking his own death, has been in contact with police, according to Green Lake County Sheriff Mark Podoll.
November 21
November 21
Kayaker who faked death reveals how he staged drowning, fled US
Police contacted Ryan Borgwardt and asked him to provide a video of himself.
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November 21
Brooklyn man convicted in '89 murder of Yusuf Hawkins will try to prove innocence
The murder sparked protests against racial violence around NYC.
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