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Gas prices climb across WA through April
MOSES LAKE — Gas prices across Washington continued their upward trajectory throughout April, mirroring national v…
The Latest: France bracing for coronavirus restrictions
PARIS — France is bracing for possible curfews and other coronavirus restrictions as hospitals and intensive care units take in more patients.
The Latest: Barrett keeping 'open mind' on cameras in court
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St. Louis couple who waved guns at protest plead not guilty
ST. LOUIS (AP) — A St. Louis couple celebrated in some circles and vilified in others for waving guns at protesters marching on their private street pleaded not guilty to two felony charges at a brief hearing Wedne…
3 election candidates from Myanmar's ruling party abducted
YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — Three election candidates from Myanmar’s ruling National League for Democracy party were abducted Wednesday by an unknown armed group in the western state of Rakhine, a party official said.
Wisconsin police shooting protest ends with chaotic arrest
WAUWATOSA, Wis. (AP) — Police arrested a bicyclist after a physical struggle during another night of protests in Wisconsin over a prosecutor's decision not to charge an officer who fatally shot a Black teen in Febr…
Study: Health systems, govt responses linked to virus tolls
BERLIN (AP) — Scientists say a comparison of 21 developed countries during the start of the coronavirus pandemic shows that those with early lockdowns and well-prepared national health systems avoided large numbers…
Wisconsin judge blocks order from Gov. Tony Evers limiting bar and restaurant capacity as virus surges
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin judge blocks order from Gov. Tony Evers limiting bar and restaurant capacity as virus surges.
Stocks edge higher on Wall Street as earnings news flows in
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are pulling slightly higher in the early going on Wall Street as investors pore over another batch of earnings reports from big U.S. companies. The S&P 500 added 0.2% in the first few minutes…
The Latest: Graham lauds Barrett on conservative beliefs
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Alabama city takes step to move Confederate monument
FLORENCE, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama city has taken a step toward removing a Confederate monument following weeks of pressure.
The Latest: Barrett faces more questions from Senate panel
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Sudan inflation hits new record in September as prices spike
CAIRO (AP) — Sudan’s annual inflation has hit a new peak as prices of bread and other staples keep surging, according to official figures.
The Latest: World Bank OKs $12B for virus vaccines, tests
WASHINGTON — The World Bank says it has approved $12 billion in financing to help developing countries buy and distribute coronavirus vaccines, tests and treatments.