Oklahoma teachers rally fills Capitol rotunda
Thousands gathered outside and inside the Oklahoma Capitol as the Oklahoma Education Association urged a turnout to pack the rotunda. By midmorning troopers limited access to about 1,000 capacity and allowed entry as rooms cleared. Students, admins, parents, staff and teachers cheered, with teachers the loudest, declaring this is our house.
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Billie founded in 2017 corrected in tax story
In a Friday corrections note USA TODAY fixed the founding year for shaving product company Billie, which was established in 2017. The newsroom invites readers to report online or in print inquiries at 800-872-7073 or accuracy@usatoday.com.
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Oklahoma teachers walk out as pay and resources lag
Oklahoma teachers protest low pay and scarce resources amid state budget limits. A Santa Fe High School instructor notes lack of textbooks and lab equipment while Gov Fallin cites competing needs in corrections and health. The AP report contrasts Oklahoma with West Virginia Arizona and Kentucky protests and notes state salaries and per student revenue ranks.
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Trump escalates rhetoric on illegal immigration and caravan
President Trump blames Democrats for stalled immigration talks and criticizes asylum seekers crossing through Mexico en route to the United States. He claims credit for halting the caravan via pressure on Mexico and threatens to scrap NAFTA, while saying the caravan itself does not irritate him but makes him sad for the United States.
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YouTube shooting ends with female suspect dead in San Bruno
A female suspect died after opening fire at YouTube headquarters in San Bruno California injuring four. Police found the gunwoman dead by apparent self harm as officers secured the scene and transported victims to hospitals including San Francisco General. Google and YouTube coordinated with authorities during evacuations and updates.
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Trump signals plan to exit Syria soon after ISIS defeat
President Trump said the United States will pull out of Syria but only after confirming ISIS is defeated. He warned of a quick decision in coordination with allies and noted Saudi Arabia could help cover U.S. troop costs.
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