CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Harper Lee, who wrote “To Kill a Mockingbird,” a coming of age story about two children who learn about racism and acceptance in the 1930s Deep South. Personal Birth date: April 28, 1926 Death date: February 19, 2016 Birth place:
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By Holly Yan, Chris Boyette, Taylor Romine, CNN Decatur, Georgia (CNN) — A loving father with a budding family. A dedicated Department of Homeland Security employee. A mother with a preteen. These are the people who lost their lives after a killing spree last week across several Atlanta suburbs left three families devastated. On April
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the death of Osama bin Laden. On May 2, 2011, Al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden was killed by US Special Forces during an early morning raid at a compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan. Facts about the compound – Built in approximately 2006.– Significantly larger than other
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By Lianne Kolirin, CNN (CNN) — A new search engine that allows users to search Nazi party records in order to find out whether their ancestors were card-carrying members has been accessed millions of times since it was launched earlier this month. The huge database has been made available by the German newspaper Die Zeit
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By Evan Perez, Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN (CNN) — The Justice Department has removed the career Miami federal prosecutor leading the investigation into John Brennan, after she resisted pressure to quickly bring charges against the former CIA director and prominent critic of President Donald Trump, according to people briefed on the matter. Maria Medetis Long on
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By Alayna Treene, Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — The Trump administration is considering unfreezing $20 billion in Iranian assets as part of ongoing negotiations with Tehran, according to two sources familiar with the discussions. Officials are hoping that a broader deal to end the war could be finalized as early as this weekend, though some
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By Christopher Lamb, CNN (CNN) — Pope Leo XIV has presided over his largest Mass during his trip to Africa, with more than 100,000 people turning out for a liturgy in Douala, Cameroon. A sprawling crowd, which local authorities estimated to be at 120,000, gathered in the car park of the Japoma Stadium, greeting the
Continue ReadingBy Ivana Kottasová and Magdalena Vitores Moreno, CNN (CNN) — British counter-terrorism officers, some wearing protective clothing, are examining the scene near the Israeli embassy in London after police said an unnamed group claimed to have targeted the building with drones carrying dangerous substances. The Metropolitan Police said officers were examining items found in the
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Traffic is expected to ramp up across Indio as Coachella weekend two gets underway — and local businesses say they’re already feeling the impact. “It’s been hectic… it’s been a little chaotic… but it’s been really, really busy overall,” said Matthew Ortega, co-owner of Everbloom Coffee. From coffee shops to stores, business
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By Ellis Kim, Morgan Rimmer, CNN (CNN) — Congress on Friday approved a short-term extension for a critical foreign surveillance program after GOP leaders failed to secure a longer term extension amid clamoring from some of their members for reforms to protect Americans’ privacy. The warrantless surveillance law, known as Section 702 of the Foreign
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – As Coachella’s second weekend kicks off, campers are settling in and sharing what it takes, financially and logistically, to experience the festival from the campgrounds. For some traveling from afar, the total cost adds up quickly. Bruna Carrilho, visiting from Canada, said she has spent about $1,200 so far on flights,
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – News Channel 3 has pushed the City of Coachella to answer questions and concerns about a proposed data center at Avenue 52 and Filmore St. Dozens of residents protested the development at a city council meeting last week, sharing their concerns about air, noise and water pollution. Today, News Channel 3’s
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By Hilary Whiteman, CNN Brisbane, Australia (CNN) — The last time Australia hosted the Duke and Duchess of Sussex they were the fresh new faces of the royal family, ready to walk the path set by decades of tradition. This time, there was no royal walkabout, but a mix of quasi-regal public engagements and private
Continue ReadingBy Christopher Lamb, CNN (CNN) — Flying to Algeria at the start of his landmark tour of Africa on Monday, Pope Leo had a choice. He could ignore Donald Trump’s extraordinary overnight social media tirade against him, or he could tackle it head on. In the end, he chose the second option, taking the highly
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians has awarded a $20,000 grant to a nonprofit aimed at making sports more accessible for youth and families in the Coachella Valley, it was announced today. “We are incredibly grateful to the Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians for believing in our mission and investing
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Local students are being recognized with this month’s Do the Right Thing award, which is a partnership between Palm Springs police and News Channel 3. Nine students received the honor this month from elementary to high schools valley-wide: Joseph Fonseca Sophia Andrede Castellano Mauricio Huerta Villalba Valentina Macías Esparza Gabriel
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Leaders of culture, justice, and law all meet at College of the Desert in Palm Desert on Thursday. The Mobius Conference is a two-day event connecting local students with those figures. At the event on Thursday is a Democratic candidate for California governor, Xavier Becerra. We asked his opinion on
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – If you haven’t seen the giant shovel in Indio, you have a little extra time to get a glimpse of it. Indio officials are trying to keep that shovel in the city permanently. The newly installed shovel is currently being used to promote the new movie “Digger” starring Tom Cruise. Indio’s
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – After the heat wave in March, Temalpakh Farms is suffering a huge loss to produce from the winter harvest. Crops such as broccoli, celery, lettuce, and many others were affected after the intense heat, and farmers say around 2500 tons of produce went bad too soon. Regardless of the efforts made
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The second weekend of Coachella will bring another influx of festival-goers in town to spend time with friends and enjoy their favorite artists. But there is another harsh reality to the weekend, which can include some festival goers using party drugs and alcohol. Some will turn to IV Hydration, also known as IV Vitamin
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