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US and state abortions down after Florida’s 6-week ban takes effect
It’s been a little over four months since Florida’s 6-week abortion ban has gone into effect, but the rate of abortions didn’t drop as much as it has in other states where similar bans have been enacted. A new study by the Guttmacher Institute, a research group that supports abortion rights, found after the ban… -
Secret Service to increase security for Jan. 6 electoral vote counting
As Election Day nears, the Secret Service has announced there will be increased security during Congress’ counting and certification of electoral votes. The beefed-up security is a precaution after the riots at the U.S. Capitol in 2021. The Department of Homeland Security has designated the once-routine post-election gathering as a national special security event on par with… -
Mother of Georgia school shooting suspect apologizes to families in letter
One week after a school shooting in Georgia left two students and two teachers dead, the 14-year-old suspect’s mother has now come forward. She penned an open letter apologizing to victims’ families that was first obtained by CNN. Marcee Gray is the mother of 14-year-old Colt Gray, who has been arrested and charged with murder in the… -
Francine weakens to tropical storm after making landfall as Category 2 hurricane
After making landfall as a Category 2 hurricane in Louisiana, Francine is on the move. We have the latest track. And the mother of the 14-year-old suspect in last week’s deadly school shooting in Georgia apologizes in an open letter to the victims’ families. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024. Francine weakens… -
Weight-loss drug effective for kids as young as 6: Study
Weight loss injections have become increasingly popular among adults and they’ve been proven to work. Now, there’s evidence that those drugs could be used to treat obesity in kids, as well. Novo Nordisk tested its drug Saxenda on kids between 6 and 12 years old, and found that it helped them reach a healthier weight. Like… -
FDA to investigate impact of toxic metals in tampons
The Food and Drug Administration has launched an investigation into heavy metals in feminine care products. In July, Straight Arrow News reported on a study that found toxic metals like lead and arsenic in 30 tampons from 14 popular brands. That study is what launched this FDA probe. The study’s authors said only low levels… -
Presidential candidates commemorate 9/11 anniversary in NY, Pa., DC
It’s been 23 years since the 9/11 terror attacks in New York, Washington D.C., and Pennsylvania killed nearly 3,000 people. Remembrance events are being held all across the country Wednesday, Sept. 11. On the campaign trail, both presidential candidates will commemorate the tragic day in our nation’s history. Vice President Harris and former President Trump are both scheduled to visit Ground Zero… -
Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris after watching debate
Right after the presidential debate wrapped up on Tuesday, Sept. 10, the Harris-Walz ticket received a major celebrity endorsement from Taylor Swift. The ‘Cruel Summer’ singer posted on Instagram her support for the Democratic ticket, saying Harris “fights for the rights and causes” she believes in. “Recently I was made aware that AI of ‘me’ falsely endorsing… -
Kamala Harris, Donald Trump go on the attack in presidential debate
We recap the first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. And SpaceX launches four private citizens into space for one historic mission. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. Kamala Harris, Donald Trump go on the attack in presidential debate Former President Donald… -
New report warns the US faces a maternal health care crisis
The U.S. is facing a maternal health care crisis. According to a new report by the March of Dimes, 1 in every 3 U.S. counties does not have a single obstetric clinician. The March of Dimes is a nonprofit that focuses on improving the health of mothers and babies. To make matters worse, it said… -
National park rangers highlight ‘world changing’ impact of litter
It’s been said time and time again: don’t litter. That rule is especially important for the more uninhabited areas of America. Now, a new social media post by national parks rangers is highlighting why. Rangers with Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico shared a photo of an empty Cheetos bag left behind in what’s… -
Ukraine hits Russia in biggest drone attack yet; dozens killed in Israeli strike on Gaza tent camp
Some developing news from the wars in Europe and the Middle East on Tuesday, Sept. 10. Ukraine struck Moscow and parts of western Russia in one of its biggest-ever drone attacks. According to Russia, at least one woman is dead and dozens of homes have been destroyed. Russian officials said they destroyed at least 20 drones over Moscow alone, and… -
Police release bodycam video of Tyreek Hill being handcuffed
Newly released police body camera footage shows what unfolded when Miami-Dade County officers pulled over Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill. The NFL star found himself in handcuffs a block away from Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 8, just hours before his game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. In the bodycam video, Hill doesn’t comply with the officer’s…