Urban heat islands become dangerous when temperatures rise.
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A statement from the governor says ‘health and safety systems’ functioning
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Some in the legal community say courts shouldn’t ban cellphones
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The recount, set for July 31, will decide whether state Sen. John McGuire will hold onto his narrow victory over U.S. Rep. Bob Good, one of the most conservative members of Congress.
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Legislation allocates $90M in additional funds to the military tuition program.
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But existing protections at Chesterfield plant are sufficient — or close to it
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‘Inawezekana: It Will Be Done’ will run until Sept. 14 at the Quirk Gallery.
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When a disabled young woman moved out of a hospital to her own apartment, the Trump administration celebrated — even though it's ending the federal program that made it possible.
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The athleisure brand is accusing Costco of selling knockoffs of several of its signature designs and offering them at a lower price under the wholesale club giant's Kirkland Signature brand.
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When RFK Jr. announced he would cut funds from Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, he cited "vaccine safety," referring to a 2017 study from Guinea-Bissau. We asked vaccine researchers to assess the study.
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The National Climate Assessment is the most influential source of information about climate change in the United States.
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Waffle House has dropped its 50 cent surcharge on eggs as supplies rebound. The chain added the temporary charge in February, when avian flu sent egg prices to record highs.
Arts & Culture
- Shooting fireworks over a historic— and flammable — city takes planning
- Geologists uncover new evidence from ancient asteroid that hit the Chesapeake Bay
- Recent Hanover museum exhibit examines Brown Grove's history, legacy
- On Juneteenth, she celebrates the role quilts may have played in Underground Railroad