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Incidence of 17 cancers on the rise in younger generations, major new study says

Thursday, August 1

(NEW YORK) -- Gen X and Millennials in the U.S. are at greater risk for 17 cancers than were previous generations, a major new study revealed.Researchers at the American Cancer Society analyzed data from millions of people born between 1920 and 1990 who were... Read More.

As Baltimore shipping channel reopens, DOT estimates at least $1.7 billion to rebuild bridge

Wednesday, June 12

(BALTIMORE) -- The Port of Baltimore's federal channel was safely reopened to its original dimensions of 700 feet wide by 500 feet deep without any major injuries, The White House said.Work continues to remove debris outside of the McHenry Federal Channel, and a safety... Read More.

Four big takeaways from Day 17 of Trumps hush money trial

Wednesday, May 15

(NEW YORK) -- Across two days of testimony in former President Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial, former Trump attorney Michael Cohen detailed Donald Trump's extensive involvement in an alleged scheme to hide negative information about himself from voters in the run-up to the... Read More.

Teen graduates after earning doctoral degree at age 17

Monday, May 13

(CHICAGO) -- A teenager from Chicago walked in her graduation ceremony this month after earning her Ph.D at 17.Dr. Dorothy Jean Tillman II was only 10 when she became a freshman at the college of Lake County, majoring in Psychology. In 2020, she earned... Read More.

Kerry Washingtons comedy UnPrisoned returns to Hulu on July 17

Wednesday, May 8

Hulu announced on Wednesday, May 8, that the second season of the Kerry Washington/Delroy Lindo family dramedy, UnPrisoned, will return on July 17. In the series produced by and starring the Emmy-winning former Scandal star, Kerry plays a busy single mom and... Read More.

17 tornadoes reported in 7 states across the Plains

Tuesday, May 7

(NEW YORK) -- At least 17 tornadoes were reported in seven states overnight into Tuesday morning, as the tornado threat continues Wednesday for parts of the country.The twisters were reported in Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Tennessee and South Dakota.One of the hardest-hit areas... Read More.

Judge to rule by April 17 on defense motions in Hunter Biden tax case

Thursday, March 28

(LOS ANGELES) -- The federal judge overseeing Hunter Biden's tax case in California heard several defense motions to dismiss the charges Wednesday, and said afterward that he would issue rulings by April 17.After a relatively civil start to the hearing, tensions escalated as defense... Read More.

Most valuable treasure: $17 billion Spanish shipwreck from 1708 to be recovered

Wednesday, March 20

(CARTAGENA, Colombia) -- Centuries after the Spanish galleon ship San José sunk in Colombian waters and nearly a decade after it was initially discovered, the estimated $17 billion shipwreck is set to be recovered as soon as April, according to officials."For the first time... Read More.

Mt. Hough Ranger District Completes 17 of 20 Acres in Planned Pile Burn

Friday, December 16

The Mount Hough Ranger District firefighters successfully treated half of the pile burning near the office and Highway 70. Crews were able to burn a total of 17 acres treated this week. There were minor smoke impacts to the north of Quincy along Hwy... Read More.

Portola Trash Service to Possibly Rise by 17%

Monday, November 14

Trash service may be costing Portola homes more following a special meeting of the City council.A rate increase has been requested from Intermountain Disposal. The increase comes as part of an ongoing agreement to account for the rising cost to do business. The increase... Read More.