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Maui wildfires force community to take action in year after fatal tragedy

Friday, August 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The islands of Hawaii have been sold to travelers as a dream destination paradise, but the Maui wildfires pulled back the curtain on a complicated history and reality that few tourists see.In August 2023, wildfires on the island left 102 people... Read More.

Helping hands in Hawaii: Beyond the poolside Mai Tai

Friday, August 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- On the southeast coast of O’ahu, a group of visitors from Renton, Washington, has arrived to volunteer with 808 Cleanups, a local organization working to remove invasive species from along the shoreline."I could not come to Hawai'i, to the island of... Read More.

Three German tourists deface national park in paintball and slingshot shooting spree

Friday, August 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Three tourists from Germany have been cited after going on a paintball shooting spree that defaced road signs, bathrooms and dumpsters throughout Joshua Tree National Park, officials said.On Sunday, a park ranger who was patrolling the Jumbo Rocks Campground at Joshua... Read More.

Suspected Trump rally shooter visited gun range dozens of times, senator says, as new footage emerges

Friday, August 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The suspected shooter in the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump visited a gun club dozens of times in the year leading up to the attack, including on holidays, according to records newly obtained by Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley, as... Read More.

Special Counsel requests delay in response to scheduling order in Trump Jan. 6 case

Friday, August 9 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Special Counsel Jack Smith's office requested a delay Thursday in responding to a scheduling order from the judge overseeing former President Donald Trump's federal election subversion case, citing issues related to the Supreme Court's decision that granted presidents immunity from prosecution for... Read More.

Utah bans 13 books in public schools statewide, including Judy Blume and Margaret Atwood titles

Friday, August 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Utah placed a blanket ban on at least 13 books in schools, including works by Sarah J. Maas, Judy Blume, Rupi Kaur, Margaret Atwood and other authors, in what free speech advocates say is the first state book ban.The Utah State... Read More.

New Instagram filter will help keep Jackson Hole visitors from getting too close to wildlife

Friday, August 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A new Instagram filter will allow Jackson Hole visitors to interact with nature while keeping a safe distance from wildlife.Every summer season, when school is out and the weather is warm enough to explore preserved land around the country, images circulate... Read More.

Debby live updates: Flash flooding targets North Carolina, Virginia

Friday, August 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Tropical Storm Debby is slamming the Southeast with heavy rain after making landfall in Florida as a Category 1 hurricane on Monday.At least six people have been killed in Florida and Georgia.Here's how the news is developing:Tornado watch extends in Washington-Baltimore... Read More.

Perseid meteor shower is nearing its peak: Heres how to see it

Thursday, August 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The next great sky show is coming soon, and it is forecast to be one of the most awe-inspiring shooting star displays of 2024.Appearing annually between late July and mid-August, the Perseid meteor shower is expected to reach its peak on... Read More.

Trans woman fired by Liberty University speaks out

Thursday, August 8 by ABC News

(LYNCHBURG, Va.) -- A trans woman fired by Liberty University last year is speaking to ABC News about the recently filed lawsuit alleging the university let her go for being transgender.Ellenor Zinski was hired by the university to work at its IT Helpdesk in... Read More.

Suspected serial killer charged in 1977 cold case murders of 3 young women: Authorities

Thursday, August 8 by ABC News

(VENTURA, Calif.) -- A suspected serial killer already in custody in North Carolina for a cold case murder has been charged in the slayings of three women who were strangled to death in 1977 in California, authorities said.Kimberly Carol Fritz, 18, was killed in... Read More.

Woman dies after getting caught in baggage carousel at Chicago OHare

Thursday, August 8 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- A woman died Thursday morning at Chicago O'Hare International Airport after getting caught in a baggage carousel, officials told ABC News.The woman, who has not yet been publicly identified, was believed to be about 40 years old, according to the Chicago Fire... Read More.

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Maui wildfires force community to take action in year after fatal tragedy

Helping hands in Hawaii: Beyond the poolside Mai Tai

Three German tourists deface national park in paintball and slingshot shooting spree

Suspected Trump rally shooter visited gun range dozens of times, senator says, as new footage emerges

Special Counsel requests delay in response to scheduling order in Trump Jan. 6 case

Utah bans 13 books in public schools statewide, including Judy Blume and Margaret Atwood titles

New Instagram filter will help keep Jackson Hole visitors from getting too close to wildlife

Debby live updates: Flash flooding targets North Carolina, Virginia

Perseid meteor shower is nearing its peak: Heres how to see it

Trans woman fired by Liberty University speaks out

Suspected serial killer charged in 1977 cold case murders of 3 young women: Authorities

Woman dies after getting caught in baggage carousel at Chicago OHare

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