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After 200 years, Virginia to let judges decide sentences
For the first time in more than 200 years, criminal defendants in Virginia will have the option to be sentenced by judges instead of juries
October 24, 2020
Student walks over 500 miles for homelessness
A college sophomore went beyond just walking a mile in someone else's shoes.
October 24, 2020Man gets life for college student's slaying
"I'm sorry for what I did," Ayoola Ajayi said.
October 23, 2020
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Turbulent week of weather is ahead for much of the country
California is going to see dangerous fire conditions late Sunday.
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Boy, 3, dies at his birthday celebration after accidentally shooting himself
Family members at the party were playing cards when they heard the gunshot.
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October 24
Suspect in double homicide who allegedly abducted daughters found: Authorities
Authorities tracked the suspect from Kansas to Oklahoma.
October 24
October 24
Trump hasn't shown any interest in doing the work, Obama says
Former President Barack Obama campaigned in Miami for his former vice president, Joe Biden, and criticized President Donald Trump for "treating the presidency like a reality show."
October 24
October 24
Crews work to destroy 1st 'murder hornet' nest discovered in US: Officials
Officials said Saturday the removal appeared to be successful.
October 24
October 24
Green cement: Startup aims to solve construction's carbon emissions problem
A near-zero carbon alternative to cement.
October 24
October 24
New Yorkers wait in long lines to cast early ballots
Long lines of people were seen outside polling stations across New York City on the first day of in-person voting for the 2020 election.
October 24
October 24
Black Lives Matter activist on backlash against movement
In May, activist Nia Miranda posted a video confronting two white women vandalizing a Starbucks during a Black Lives Matter protest, and she spoke about why such actions are damaging to BLM.
October 24
October 24
US Naval aircraft crashes into neighborhood
A U.S. Navy training plane crashed into an Alabama residential area, killing two people onboard, authorities said.
October 24
October 24
42 states, territories in upward trajectory of new COVID-19 cases: HHS memo
Only nine jurisdictions are improving. Just five jurisdictions are at a plateau.
October 24
October 24
Trump casts his ballot in-person
“It was a very secure vote, much more secure than when you send in a ballot,” President Donald Trump told reporters after casting his vote in Florida.
October 24
October 24
Voter turnout among Puerto Ricans rising, not necessarily because of Maria: Experts
Candidates must find ways to appeal to both mainland and island voters.
October 24
October 24
Major fire threat for California as fire danger, winter storm expected in Colorado
A significant offshore wind event is coming to California.
October 24
October 24
Homeless college student walks over 500 miles to raise money for homelessness
A college sophomore went beyond just walking a mile in someone else's shoes.
October 24
October 24
Couple married 68 years dies in Colorado's East Troublesome Fire
The pair refused to evacuate their "heaven on Earth" property, the family said.
October 24
October 24
Faces of some of the more than 223,000 lives lost in US to coronavirus
Those we've lost include Holocaust survivors, war veterans and doctors.
October 24
October 23
Police officer fired after fatal shooting involving unarmed Black couple
Marcellis Stinnette, 19, was killed when an officer opened fire on his car.
October 23
October 23
ABC News Live Prime: Friday, October 23, 2020
‘Buy Black’ movement boosts Black-owned small businesses; Pandemic creates plastic surgery boom; Can vitamin D help fight COVID-19?
October 23
October 23
2 dead after US Naval aircraft crashes in residential neighborhood: Officials
No civilians were injured on the ground, officials said.
October 23
October 23
‘Buy Black’ movement boosts Black-owned small businesses
ABC News’ Alex Presha reports on how this summer’s social justice protests have spurred support for Black-owned businesses.
October 23
October 23
The Rundown: Top headlines today: Oct. 23, 2020
Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
October 23
October 23
By the Numbers: Extremist violence in the US
A new report by the Center for Strategic and International Studies finds that far-right groups are responsible for the majority of domestic terrorist attacks in the U.S. so far in 2020.
October 23
October 23
Pandemic creates plastic surgery boom
ABC News’ Kayna Whitworth reports on increased interest in cosmetic procedures during the pandemic.
October 23
October 23
Health official tears up delivering latest COVID-19 numbers
Illinois' top doctor pleaded with residents to "fight the fatigue."
October 23
October 23
'Buy Black' movement helps Black-owned businesses amid COVID-19
"It's a movement and it's one that's going to continue for a long time."
October 23
October 23
Illinois' top doctor breaks down giving new COVID-19 case numbers
As case numbers surge in the state, Dr. Ngozi Ezike broke down in tears as she urged residents not to get complacent in fighting the virus.
October 23
October 23
News headlines today: Oct. 23, 2020
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October 23
October 23
Man apologizes as he's sentenced to life in prison for killing college student
"I'm sorry for what I did," Ayoola Ajayi said.
October 23
October 23
Sky turned orange by Colorado's East Troublesome Fire
Colorado residents have faced emergency evacuations due to the explosive growth from the new wildfire.
October 23
October 23
Animals enjoy halloween treats at zoo
Seasonal halloween pumpkin enrichment treats were given to animals at the Brookfield Zoo in Brookfield, Illinois.
October 23
October 23
Ken Kurson, hired by Jared Kushner to run the Observer, accused of 'stalking'
The newspaper endorsed Donald Trump for president in 2016.
October 23
October 23
‘The Con’ Episode 3 | All-New Wednesday at 10|9c on ABC
Think you know everything about the college admissions cheating scandal? Don’t be so sure! Watch “The Con” all-new Wednesday at 10|9c on ABC.
October 23
October 23
Rochester police offering $10,000 reward for information on deadly mass shooting
Police announced the reward alongside grieving families on Thursday.
October 23
October 23
Aerial views shows smoke from troublesome Colorado wildfire
The fire has become the second-largest wildfire in Colorado history.
October 23
October 23
ABC News Live Update: COVID-19 on the rise in dozen of states across the country
Plus, the candidates are back on the campaign trail after their final showdown in Thursday's debate, and a new investigation into a Louisville police commander involved in the Breonna Taylor case.
October 23
October 23
ABC News Live Update: Candidates clash in final presidential debate
Plus, Boston cancels all in-person learning in public schools as positivity rate rises, and wildfires in Colorado burn hundreds of thousands of acres as mandatory evacuations are underway.
October 23
October 23
Droughts and strong, dry winds fuel devastating Colorado wildfires
Seventy percent of Colorado is in exceptional or extreme drought as unfavorable weather conditions continue to fuel the infernos.
October 23
October 23
Massive infernos devastate Colorado
Immense wildfires rage in Colorado and scorch hundreds of thousands of acres as mandatory evacuations are enacted.
October 23
October 23
Jennifer Dulos' family wants her declared dead to bring 'closure,' attorney says
Jennifer Dulos vanished in May 2019. Her husband died in January 2020.
October 23
October 23
NOTIFIED: Oct. 23, 2020
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October 23
October 23
Boston public schools halt in-person learning as COVID-19 positivity rate rises
“It’s about keeping people safe and alive,” Boston Mayor Marty Walsh said on the city's decision to cancel all in-person learning in its public schools as cases of COVID-19 rise.
October 23
October 23
Colorado wildfires grow as California expects extremely critical fire conditions
The strongest wind event this year appears to be on the way to parts California.
October 23
October 22
Lawsuit challenges Michigan ban of open-carry guns at polls on Election Day
Jocelyn Benson says the edict is meant to protect voters from intimidation.
October 22
October 22
ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, October 22, 2020
President Trump and Joe Biden battle for the senior vote; Ballot Watch: Ballot drop box use grows in 2020 race; 'It’s Not Too Late' with Ginger Zee: Climate change experts demand action
October 22
October 22
President Trump and Joe Biden battle for the senior vote
ABC News’ Zohreen Shah reports on how the Trump administration’s pandemic response may be causing some seniors to back Joe Biden in the race for the White House.
October 22
October 22
Cancer survivor to run 4 marathons in 24 hours to raise money for rescued dogs
“I know it’s crazy, but you know what? We’re going to have fun.”
October 22
October 22
'It’s Not Too Late' with Ginger Zee: Climate change experts demand action
ABC's Ginger Zee breaks down the science behind climate change and why experts are calling for the climate change debate to move beyond settled science and focus on action.
October 22
October 22
Can Democrats flip key Georgia Senate seat?
Democratic Senate candidate Rev. Raphael Warnock discusses whether he can avoid a runoff in the critical Georgia Senate race that could help determine control of the U.S. Senate.
October 22
October 22
Ballot Watch: Ballot drop box use grows in 2020 race
ABC News’ Devin Dwyer looks at how drop boxes are becoming a popular choice for voters to turn in their ballots in person, and the pushback against their use from some GOP officials.
October 22
October 22
The Rundown: Top headlines today: Oct. 22, 2020
Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
October 22