Tornado pummels Moore area damaging Plaza Towers Elementary
Rescuers race through debris after a powerful tornado ripped through Moore Oklahoma. Roofs and walls collapsed at Plaza Towers Elementary School as students were rescued and taken to triage. Officials warn of continuing hazards from downed lines and gas leaks.
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Infant death prompts investigation into County home conditions
An infant dies and two other children are removed after a Roswell residence is deemed filthy and under conditions described as pathetic by CCSO Lt. Britt Snyder. CYFD involvement followed, autopsy/medical records pending, with possible Sudden Infant Death Syndrome as a factor. Additional removals occurred on Jackson Drive and South Richardson Avenue.
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Stolen Valor Act advances in House to curb medal fraud
The House approved a revised Stolen Valor Act, aiming at those who falsely claim military medals to obtain money or government benefits. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Joe Heck, narrows prior terms after a Supreme Court ruling struck down the 2006 law. Penalties include fines and up to one year in jail. The Pentagon plans a valor awards database to help verify claims.
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White House distances Obama from IRS and Benghazi probes
The White House seeks to distance Obama from IRS targeting and Benghazi fallout. Officials say the president did not know details, while lawmakers press for timelines and what advisers knew, including Shulman, Miller, Ingram, and Ruemmler.
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Texas
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Cincinnati
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Valley Meat protest sparks debate over horse slaughter fate
Activist Friedlander travels to New Mexico to warn about health risks from horse meat and alleged USDA failures as Valley Meat seeks federal approval to reopen a 7200 square foot facility. Attorneys say on site inspections were delayed amid environmental reviews and lawsuits from animal rights groups.
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DOJ
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