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Month: September 2023

Gov. Newsom signs bill to classify child sex trafficking as a serious felony in California

By Ashley Zavala Click here for updates on this story     SACRAMENTO, California (KCRA) — Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday announced he signed a bill that will classify child sex trafficking as a serious felony in California. Classifying child sex trafficking as a serious felony under California law makes it a strikable offense, meaning repeat offenders

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Anti-abortion groups demand liberal Wisconsin prosecutors charge abortion providers despite ruling

By TODD RICHMOND Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A coalition of anti-abortion organizations is urging two Wisconsin prosecutors to pursue charges against abortion providers in their counties despite a court’s ruling that abortion is legal. Wisconsin Right to Life, Wisconsin Family Action and Pro-Life Wisconsin held a news conference Tuesday to urge Dane County

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California education chief Tony Thurmond says he’s running for governor in 2026

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California’s top education official, Tony Thurmond, on Tuesday announced his bid for governor in 2026, a move that comes amid debates about the rights of students and parents, and what role the state should play as school boards approve class materials. If elected, Thurmond, the state superintendent of public instruction, would

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California education chief Tony Thurmond says he’s running for governor in 2026

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California’s top education official, Tony Thurmond, on Tuesday announced his bid for governor in 2026, a move that comes amid debates about the rights of students and parents, and what role the state should play as school boards approve class materials. If elected, Thurmond, the state superintendent of public instruction, would

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Memphis officer not charged in Black man’s shooting after attempted traffic stop, prosecutor says

By ADRIAN SAINZ Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The top state prosecutor in Memphis says no criminal charges will be brought against a Memphis police officer who fatally shot a Black man after a high-speed chase and an attempted traffic stop. Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy said his office’s Justice Review Unit looked

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Theresa May Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Theresa May, former prime minister of the United Kingdom. Personal Birth date: October 1, 1956 Birth place: Eastbourne, England Birth name: Theresa Mary Brasier Father: Hubert Brasier, Anglican vicar Mother: Zaidee (Barnes) Brasier Marriage: Philip May (1980-present) Education: St. Hugh’s College, University of

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Ralph Lauren Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of American fashion designer and philanthropist Ralph Lauren. Personal Birth date: October 14, 1939 Birth place: Bronx, New York Birth name: Ralph Rueben Lifshitz Father: Frank Lifshitz, housepainter and artist Mother: Frieda (Cutler) Lifshitz Marriage: Ricky (Low-Beer) Lauren (December 1964-present) Children: Dylan, 1974; David,

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Parents are pushing to get insurance coverage for children’s hearing aids

By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — When Michelle Marciniak’s daughter Marie was 4 years old, a preschool teacher noticed a change in her behavior. She was losing speech skills and crying during circle time with the group. Her parents found out their daughter had not been able to hear them for six months because of damage from a virus. “We were devastated that my baby had

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Paul Simon Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of singer-songwriter Paul Simon. Personal Birth date: October 13, 1941 Birth place: Newark, New Jersey Birth name: Paul Frederic Simon Father: Louis Simon, college professor and professional musician Mother: Belle Simon, elementary school teacher Marriages: Edie Brickell (May 1992-present), Carrie Fisher (August 1983-July 1984,

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Rupert Murdoch Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of media magnate Rupert Murdoch. Personal Birth date: March 11, 1931 Birth place: Melbourne, Australia Birth name: Keith Rupert Murdoch Father: Keith Murdoch, journalist and newspaper publisher Mother: Elisabeth (Greene) Murdoch, philanthropist Marriages: Jerry Hall (2016 – 2022, divorced); Wendi (Deng) Murdoch (1999-2013, divorced);

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Carlos the Jackal Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Carlos the Jackal, once one of the world’s most wanted terrorists. Personal Birth date: October 12, 1949 Birth place: Caracas, Venezuela Birth name: Ilich Ramirez Sanchez Father: José Altagracia Ramírez Navas, a Marxist, millionaire lawyer Mother: Elba Maria Sánchez Marriages: Isabelle Coutant-Peyre (2001-present);

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