Mudslide Toll Rises as Santa Barbara Search Continues
Santa Barbara County officials say 17 people were killed in the past week’s mudslides after heavy rains from hillsides burned by last year’s wildfires. Rescue teams in helicopters and high wheels search waist-deep mud for eight missing, amid destruction of about 100 homes and 28 injuries. Among the dead are three children ages 3 6 and 10 and a 69 year old woman, with death listed as multiple traumatic injuries.
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Missouri governor Greitens probed over affair blackmail claim
Missouri Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner said she will investigate Governor Eric Greitens after he admitted an extramarital affair before his election and denied attempting blackmail. A GOP senator circulated a letter urging state Attorney General Hawley to probe the blackmail allegation as pressure grows from both parties.
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James Franco Defends Self Over Sexual Misconduct Claims
James Franco addressed sexual harassment allegations for a second night on Late Night with Seth Meyers. The Los Angeles Times report cites five women accusing Franco of inappropriate behavior, including four former acting students, amid Time's Up protests and ongoing conversations about accountability.
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Trump to extend Iran sanctions relief amid pact’s fate
President Trump plans to extend sanctions relief for Iran under the 2015 nuclear deal, keeping the agreement intact for now. He aims to push Congress and European allies to agree improvements, with a withdrawal threat if no changes are made, and a waiver decision was due today.
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Ecuador Grants Citizenship to Julian Assange
Ecuador awards citizenship to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange as part of a push to facilitate his exit from the London embassy where he has resided for more than five years. The decision follows Britain’s denial of a request for diplomatic status that could shield him from arrest.
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Bannon to appear before congressional committee
Steve Bannon, former Trump adviser, will be questioned by a House committee investigating Russian interference in the 2016 election. The closed interview with the House Intelligence Committee will cover his campaign period and role in Trump’s 2016 victory.
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GOP Rep Kevin Cramer passes on N D Senate race
Washington reports Rep Kevin Cramer R North Dakota will not run for Senate despite appeals from President Trump. He will seek re election to the House amid broader recruitment setbacks for Republicans and Senate leadership.
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