Jonathan Franklin
Stories
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National
Dozens Of Massachusetts State Police Have Resigned Over A Vaccine Mandate, Union Says
Under the governor's executive order, all executive department employees are required to show proof of vaccination by Oct. 17. Up to 20% of employees are not vaccinated.
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National
Limits On Toilet Paper And Cleaning Supplies Are Back At Costco
Costco Chief Financial Officer Richard Galanti said an anticipated uptick in demand as the delta variant surges and supply chain challenges led to the purchase limits on key household items.
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National
At 100, The National Park Service's Oldest Active Ranger Is Still Going Strong
Betty Soskin's career with the National Park Service began in 2000 after attending a presentation on a plan to create the Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park in Richmond, Calif.
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Politics
LGBTQ Vets Discharged Under 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Have New Chance For Full Benefits
The new guidance will apply to veterans who were forced from service under the policy and given "other than honorable discharges" due to their sexual orientation, gender identity or HIV status.
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National
'Cops' Was Canceled Amid Protests Of Police Violence. Fox Is Bringing It Back
The 33rd season of the controversial reality show will debut with four episodes, followed by a new episode every week on Fridays.
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Animals
A Hotter Climate Is Changing How Some Animals Look
Just like humans, researchers say animals also have to adapt to climate change. The shifts for some warm-blooded animals are occurring over a far shorter time period than would usually happen.
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National
You Can Once Again Watch The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade In Person This Year
Last year's parade was a virtual event with no crowds. Several precautions will be in place this year, including a requirement that parade volunteers be vaccinated and wear face coverings.
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Politics
With Robert E. Lee's Statue Gone, Virginia Reveals Some New Plans For Its Pedestal
A 133-year-old time capsule that was placed at the pedestal of the Confederate monument in Richmond, Va. in 1887 will be replaced by a new time capsule filled with modern-day artifacts.
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National
Kids In Illinois Will Soon Be Able To Take 5 Mental Health Days From School
Starting in January, students will be allowed to use their five mental health days without needing to provide a doctor's note for their absence.
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National
People Are Wondering If An Ohio School Even Exists, After A Football Blowout On ESPN
Questions continue to be raised about how the game was scheduled and whether the Columbus, Ohio high school even exists.