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Florida officials give evacuation orders as Hurricane Milton reaches Category 5
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A photographer captured a beautiful aurora lights display in Alaska's early morning hours.
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ABC News Live Rundown: Monday, October 7, 2024
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Black bear, 3 cubs euthanized after clawing of man in Colorado home
The mother bear and her cubs were euthanized, officials said.
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What to know about FEMA disaster relief ahead of Hurricane Milton's landfall
FEMA has faced a wave of criticism and misinformation after Hurricane Helene.
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Mega Millions to increase ticket price next year amid overhaul
Ticket prices will more than double to $5 starting in April 2025, the game said.
October 07
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Hurricane Milton travel impacts: Airport closures and more
Several airports have announced temporary closures due to Milton.
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Former officer convicted in Tyre Nichols' death to be held without bond
The two other former Memphis officers are allowed to be on supervised release.
October 07
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Another official in NYC Mayor Adams administration resigns
Phil Banks III resigned on Monday.
October 07
October 07
2 more arrests made in attack on former NY Gov. David Paterson and stepson
Both Paterson and his stepson were hospitalized with injuries.
October 07
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Buncombe County confirms voting in the upcoming elections will be available
The director of elections in Buncombe County said that early voting will begin on Oct. 17, despite ongoing recovery efforts in devastated western North Carolina.
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Investigation into roadside zoos finds risks to guests and animals at some facilities
One visitor alleges near-fatal elephant encounter led to multiple surgeries.
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Florida official’s warning to residents: ‘Take this storm seriously’
David Connor is the public information manager for Florida’s Pinellas County.
October 07
October 07
NYC deputy mayor for public safety resigns
Phil Banks III resigned as New York City's deputy mayor for public safety on Monday amid the corruption scandal around the Mayor Eric Adams administration.
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DeSantis on Hurricane Milton: ‘Time is going to start running out’ for evacuations
The Florida governor urged residents to pay attention to evacuation orders.
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National headlines from ABC News
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Rabbi talks about fighting antisemitism in the US
Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker and his congregants were held hostage at gunpoint in January 2022 during an attack at their Texas synagogue.
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Hurricane Milton strengthens to Category 4
Milton rapidly intensified to a Category 4 hurricane with 150 mph winds Monday morning.
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams' federal probe: A timeline of corruption investigation
Adams was indicted following months of investigations.
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'Your nation has your back,' Joe and Jill Biden tell those in Helene's deadly path
"In moments like this, there are no red or blue states,” the president said.
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Hurricane Milton intensifying as it heads toward Florida's west coast
Milton is forecast to make landfall Wednesday night as a Category 3 hurricane.
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Urgent recovery efforts for victims of Helene
North Carolina Reverend Richard Joyner breaks down the latest recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene.
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Tupac Shakur's family hires team to investigate potential link to Sean 'Diddy' Combs
Former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani breaks down today’s big legal cases.
October 06
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Drone captures world's largest continuous set of dinosaur tracks
Drone footage shows the world's largest continuous set of dinosaur tracks — known as the West Gold Hill Dinosaur Trackway in Ouray, Colorado.
October 06
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'Fight for your life': Georgia election workers prepare for election amid threats
ABC News looks at the people ensuring the integrity of the voting process.
October 06
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Frontier Airlines jet appears to catch on fire while landing at Las Vegas airport
The aircraft landed safely and all passengers and crew were evacuated.
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Frontier Airlines jet catches on fire while landing at Las Vegas airport
The flight from San Diego to Las Vegas was in the process of landing when the pilots detected smoke and declared an emergency, Frontier said.
October 05
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Sandy Hook shooting survivor Grace Fischer discusses gun policy and the election
First graders who survived the Sandy Hook shooting are eligible to vote in their first presidential election this year. Survivor Grace Fischer shared her thoughts on gun policy and the election.
October 05
October 05
Mixed verdict in Tyre Nichols beating death case
Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg joins ABC News Live Weekend for "Burdin of Proof" to discuss this week's biggest legal cases.
October 05
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Former New York Gov. David Paterson, stepson assaulted in New York City
The former governor and his stepson have been released from the hospital.
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Former New York governor assaulted on street in Manhattan
The former governor and his stepson have been released from the hospital.
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How Michael Oher’s feel-good story turned into ‘Blind Side’ battle
‘IMPACT x Nightline’ looks at Super Bowl champ’s lawsuit vs. Tuohy family.
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What to know about Hurricane Helene’s path of destruction a week later
Over 200 people were confirmed dead across six states in the wake of the storm.
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ABC News Live Prime: Friday, October 4, 2024
President Biden makes appearance in briefing room to tout jobs report; Sean "Diddy" Combs appeals judge's no-bond ruling as accusers come forward; John Quiñones on new season of "What Would You Do?"
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Menendez brothers' case to be reviewed by LA district attorney
ABC News legal contributor Bernarda Villalona discusses the new developments in the push to release the Menedez brothers, once the center of one of the most notorious murder trials in U.S. history.
October 04
October 04
By the Numbers: Costs increase for America’s favorite food: the burger
The days of buying a Big Mac for less than $4 are over as beef prices linger at a record high.
October 04
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ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, October 4, 2024
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October 04
October 04
Harris and Trump hit battleground states just over a month to election day
The campaign trail heats up with just over a month to go before election day. Plus, the dockworker strike ends after just three days and the push for "air taxis" grows.
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Tracking Hurricane Helene's destruction
Helene made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane on Sept. 26.
October 04
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Police seeking mother of 2-year-old girl who died from suspected fentanyl exposure
Police said the mother is also wanted for "several violent crimes."
October 04
October 04
Hurricane Helene by the numbers: Catastrophic destruction covers 400 miles
More than 220 people have been killed by Helene.
October 04
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Recovery efforts intensify in aftermath of Hurricane Helene
First responders race to bring help to families in need while the death toll from the storm has climbed to more than 220 people, according to The Associated Press.
October 04
October 04
Harris and Trump back on campaign trail in battleground states
Vice President Kamala Harris is campaigning in Michigan, while former President Trump is delivering remarks from Georgia with Gov. Brian Kemp.
October 04
October 04
Judge in Daniel Penny subway chokehold case to rule on admissibility issue
A New York City judge is set to rule on an admissibility issue in the case of former Marine Daniel Penny, who is charged in the chokehold killing of Jordan Neely on a subway last year.
October 04
October 04
Supreme Court set to begin new term with high-profile cases
The Supreme Court will begin its new term on Monday with the justices considering a number of high-profile cases, including cases dealing with transgender care bans and "ghost guns."
October 04
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Family devastated by Helene spent hours trapped on roof when floodwaters rushed in
John Zara could hear his neighbors' cries over the sound of the rushing water.
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