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Shooter kills a teen mother holding her baby and 4 other family members in California

The attack early Monday morning in central California took place at a home linked to drugs and guns. "None of this was by accident," a sheriff said. "It was deliberate, intentional and horrific."

A man stabs 6 people at a central Paris train station before police shoot him

The unnamed assailant is seriously injured after being shot in the chest. He used "a bladed weapon" during the attack at the French capital's busy Gare du Nord train station Wednesday morning.

Author George M. Johnson: We must ensure access to those who need these stories most

All Boys Aren't Blue, a memoir for teens and young adults about growing up Black and queer, appeared on many "best books" lists when published in 2020. It's being challenged in some U.S. counties.

A ‘medical cost-sharing’ plan left this minister to pay most of his $160,000 bill

Instead of health insurance, the Rev. Jeff King had signed up for an alternative that left members of the plan to share the costs of health care. That meant lower premiums, but a huge hospital bill.

A middle school teacher faces charges from alleged drug overdose in classroom

The art teacher is being charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and endangering the welfare of children.

PHOTOS: The drama-filled process to elect Kevin McCarthy as House speaker

Friday was the fourth day of voting for House speaker. Photographers captured tense moments in the House chamber as lawmakers negotiated.

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