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August 19, 2020 11:03 a.m.

AP News Digest 2 p.m.

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August 19, 2020 8:27 a.m.

In Obama, Dems see a bridge between Biden and young voters

WASHINGTON (AP) — Since leaving the White House nearly four years ago, former President Barack Obama has repeatedly called for a new generation of political leaders to step up. On Wednesday, he’ll implore Americans to vote for

August 19, 2020 6:33 a.m.

Virus Outbreak, ADVISORY

An aggressive push by Iowa’s pro-Trump governor to reopen schools amid a worsening coronavirus outbreak has descended into chaos, with some districts and teachers rebelling and experts calling the scientific benchmarks used by the state arbitrary and unsafe. The clash in the Midwest has illustrated in condensed form the tension between science and politics that has characterized the nation’s response to the outbreak from the White House on down. The virus has devastated the U.S. economy and killed over 170,000 Americans.

August 19, 2020 12:03 a.m.

At DNC, Jill Biden pledges husband Joe will 'make us whole'

WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Delegates from all 50 states, former Republican national security advisers and progressive leaders all endorsed Joe Biden.

August 19, 2020 12:03 a.m.

2 men charged in '02 killing of Run-DMC star Jam Master Jay

NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly two decades after the slaying of Run-DMC star Jam Master Jay, federal prosecutors said Monday they have solved one of New York City’s most enduring mysteries, charging two men from his neighborhood with murder and suggesting that the hip-hop artist — celebrated for his anti-drug stance — was ambushed over a cocaine deal.

August 18, 2020 10:23 p.m.

Teresa Cervantes Montoya

A beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother went home to meet our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020, at her home in Othello, Washington, surrounded by her immediate family.

August 18, 2020 9:03 p.m.

At DNC, Jill Biden pledges husband Joe will 'make us whole'

WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) —

August 18, 2020 3:30 p.m.

Cindy McCain details husband's friendship with Biden for DNC

WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Cindy McCain is going to bat for Joe Biden, lending her voice to a video set to air during Tuesday night’s Democratic National Convention programming focused on Biden’s close friendship with her late husband, Republican Sen. John McCain of Arizona.

August 18, 2020 3:03 p.m.

AP Exclusive: Cindy McCain video on Joe Biden to air at DNC

WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Cindy McCain is going to bat for Joe Biden, lending her voice to a video set to air during Tuesday night’s Democratic National Convention programming focused on Biden’s close friendship with her late husband, Republican Sen. John McCain of Arizona.

August 18, 2020 12:06 a.m.

2 men charged in '02 killing of Run-DMC star Jam Master Jay

NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly two decades after the slaying of Run-DMC star Jam Master Jay, federal prosecutors said Monday they have solved one of New York City’s most enduring mysteries, charging two men from his neighborhood with murder and suggesting that the hip-hop artist — celebrated for his anti-drug stance — was ambushed over a cocaine deal.

August 17, 2020 3:27 p.m.

AP News Digest 6:25 p.m.

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August 17, 2020 3:27 p.m.

2 men charged in '02 killing of Run-DMC star Jam Master Jay

NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly two decades after the slaying of Run-DMC star Jam Master Jay, federal prosecutors said Monday they have solved one of New York City’s most enduring mysteries, charging two men from his neighborhood with murder and suggesting that the hip-hop artist — celebrated for his anti-drug stance — was ambushed over a cocaine deal.

August 17, 2020 3:03 p.m.

The Latest: Sharon Stone criticizes testing availability

HELENA, Mont. — Actress Sharon Stone is criticizing the availability of COVID-19 testing in Montana, where her sister and brother-in-law are hospitalized with the respiratory virus.

August 17, 2020 2:03 p.m.

The Latest: Illinois launches COVID-19 hotspot travel map

CHICAGO — Illinois public health officials have launched a COVID-19 hotspot map for travelers to check before leaving the state.

August 17, 2020 12:27 p.m.

The Latest: Virus hits Utah minorities harder in workplace

SALT LAKE CITY — Hispanics and other people of color in Utah were disproportionately hit by workplace COVID-19 outbreaks, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report released Monday.

August 17, 2020 11:03 a.m.

Partner of Belarus' dead protester demands independent probe

MINSK, Belarus (AP) — The partner of a demonstrator killed during the protests in Belarus said Monday she will push for an independent probe into his death.

August 17, 2020 11:03 a.m.

AP News Digest 2 p.m.

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August 17, 2020 10:06 a.m.

Trump eyes White House funeral service for brother, Robert

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is eyeing a White House funeral service later this week for his younger brother, Robert,

August 17, 2020 6:27 a.m.

AP Entertainment Digest for Monday, Aug. 17, 2020

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August 17, 2020 4:27 a.m.

AP News Digest 7 a.m.

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