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Ocasio-Cortez downplays 2028 speculation, stresses 2026 elections
Days after raising speculation about her 2028 prospects in a New York Times interview, U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said she is focused on helping Democrats including herself win reelection in 2026. Ocasio-Cortez has recently been the subject of speculation about a possible...
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Trump rejects Iran proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, calls it 'Trump Strait'
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week if the U.S. meets certain conditions. Trump spoke to reporters Saturday outside the White House before leaving for a college football game. Iran offered this week to reop...
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Powerful nor’easter slams Northeast, leaving thousands without power
More than 70,000 customers were without electricity in the U.S. Northeast on Saturday, the effect of a powerful noreaster expected to create dangerous conditions through the weekend. Forecasters warned of gale winds that could down trees and heavy rain that could put roads underw...
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Biden calls on Democrats to turn out amid 'dark days'
Former President Joe Biden is urging Democrats to get out and vote. Biden appeared alongside former first lady Jill Biden while receiving a service award from Planned Parenthood. In remarks delivered Thursday, Biden said the country is going through dark days, but encouraged vote...
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Survey finds most single Americans doubt they’ll find 'the one'
Less than half of single Americans believe theyll ever find the one, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults, half single and half in relationships, revealed just 41% of single respondents are confident theyll find the one. But theyre not alone: a fifth of those alrea...
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White Sox fan Pope Leo XIV dodges miracle question with a smile
Might a helping hand from Pope Leo XIV partly explain the Chicago White Soxs improbable return to the playoffs? No comment, the pontiff replied with a beaming smile when a reporter on his plane to France asked whether the surprise sprung Thursday by the long-suffering team was mi...
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Brownwood at China Spring
CHINA SPRING, Texas (FOX 44) - Brownwood ended a three-game losing streak Friday night, pulling away from China Spring for a 42-21 victory at Cougar Stadium. The Lions entered the game looking for their first victory since a season-opening 13-7 win over Abilene Wylie. Brownwood h...
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Ponder at Waco Connally
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Ponder spoiled Waco Connally's homecoming Friday night, handing the Cadets a 51-26 loss at Mac Peoples Stadium. The Lions entered the night at 2-2 and coming off a dominant 58-0 win over Bridgeport. They carried that momentum into Waco, putting up 51 points...
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No. 22 BYU holds off No. 17 Baylor comeback in 5 sets
By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer No. 17 Baylor volleyball found itself trailing two sets to none against No. 22 BYU. The Bears could not find an edge over the Cougars in two competitive sets to start the night. Baylor did not go down without a fight. Freshman outside hitter Nadi...
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Texas Wind's winning streak halted by powerful Nazarene
The gusts didn't blow Texas Wind's way on this night.