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September 16, 2020 10:27 a.m.

The Latest: Coast Guard helicopters flying over Gulf Coast

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September 16, 2020 9:27 a.m.

The Latest: Sally knocks out part of bridge in Pensacola

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September 16, 2020 9:03 a.m.

Belarus leader Lukashenko disparages protests as US plan

MOSCOW (AP) — Belarus' authoritarian leader on Wednesday sought to disparage protesters demanding his resignation for a sixth straight week following a disputed election by accusing the United States of fomenting the unrest.

September 16, 2020 8:27 a.m.

The Latest: Sally weakens to Cat 1 storm, remains dangerous

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September 16, 2020 8:27 a.m.

Official defends handling of virus in Michigan nursing homes

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A top health official on Wednesday defended Michigan's handling of nursing home residents infected with the coronavirus, contending its performance has been “strong” compared with other states and again dismissing critical Republicans' call for facilities that house only COVID-19 patients.

September 16, 2020 8:27 a.m.

Story of the Underground Railroad to Mexico gains attention

HOUSTON (AP) — While researching U.S. Civil War history in South Texas, Roseann Bacha-Garza came across the two unique families of the Jacksons and the Webbers living along the Rio Grande. White men headed both families. Both of their wives were Black, emancipated slaves.

September 16, 2020 8:03 a.m.

The Latest: Officials expect worst to come amid storm

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September 16, 2020 8:03 a.m.

Editorial Roundup: Louisiana

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September 16, 2020 8:03 a.m.

Belarus leader accuses US and its allies of fueling protests

MOSCOW (AP) — Belarus' authoritarian leader accused the United States and its allies of fomenting massive demonstrations against his rule, a claim echoed Wednesday by Russia's intelligence chief.

September 16, 2020 8:03 a.m.

High winds and wildfires reduce nation's largest apple crop

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Washington's apple crop will be up to 10% smaller than expected because wildfires and extreme windstorms have battered orchards in recent weeks, the Washington Apple Commission said Wednesday.

September 16, 2020 7:27 a.m.

US stocks tick up ahead of Federal Reserve’s rate decision

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are ticking higher on Wall Street Wednesday, ahead of a decision on interest-rate policy by the Federal Reserve scheduled for the afternoon.

September 16, 2020 7:03 a.m.

Does God want Christians to be a ‘good guy with a gun’?

(RNS) — Does Jesus want you to own a gun?

September 16, 2020 7:03 a.m.

Wall Street opens higher ahead of Fed statement

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks on Wall Street are opening higher Wednesday ahead of a Federal Reserve policy announcement. The S&P 500 is up 0.4%, led by Kate Spade owner Tapestry. Package delivery giant FedEx is also up on a strong quarterly earnings report. The Fed is not expected to change its monetary policy, but investors are watching for clues on the outlook for the economy and interest rates. Japan’s central bank has begun a policy meeting that will wrap up Thursday but also is not expected to result in any major changes. Meanwhile, the price of crude oil is edging up.

September 16, 2020 6:27 a.m.

The Latest: Mayor: Dozens have been rescued from flood homes

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September 16, 2020 6:27 a.m.

Russian spymaster accuses US of fomenting Belarus protests

MOSCOW (AP) — Russia's intelligence chief on Wednesday accused the United States of fomenting massive demonstrations against Belarus' authoritarian president that have entered their sixth week.

September 16, 2020 6:03 a.m.

US outlines sweeping plan to provide free COVID-19 vaccines

WASHINGTON (AP) — The government outlined a sweeping plan Wednesday to make vaccines for COVID-19 available for free to all Americans, assuming a safe and effective shot is developed, even as top health officials faced questions about political interference with virus information reaching the public.

September 16, 2020 6:03 a.m.

The Latest: Section of Florida highway closed from Sally

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September 16, 2020 5:27 a.m.

The Latest: "Catastrophic flooding is unfolding" from Sally

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September 16, 2020 5:03 a.m.

Global Forecast-Celsius

Global Forecast as of 23:00 GMT Wednesday, September 16, 2020

September 16, 2020 5:03 a.m.

Global Forecast-Fahrenheit

Global Forecast as of 23:00 GMT Wednesday, September 16, 2020