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CITY EMPLOYEE SUES FORT SCOTT OVER DISCRIMINATION, OTHER City employee sues Fort Scott over discrimination, other allegations. FORT SCOTT, Kan. – A Fort Scott, Kansas employee files a lawsuit against the City. According to the lawsuit, Rachel Pruitt alleges sexual discrimination, harassment and retaliatory conduct of employees with the City. It also claims the City Commission has failed to

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The interactive weather radar map allows you to see local and national weather details, including areas of rain, snow and ice. MARIAN DAYS 2021 IN CARTHAGE IS CANCELED Thousands of visitors are drawn to the event in Carthage that started in the late 70’s. According to the Carthage Police Chief, there will be no 2021 Marian days. The Catholic festival was also canceled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Carthage Chamber says last year the City lost more than $150,000 in tax revenue. FARMING ACCIDENT CLAIMS LIFE OF IOLA MAN ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. – A farming accident claims the life of an Iola, Kansas man at a rural La Harpe family farm. This morning, May 14, around 7:30 a.m., the Allen County Sheriff’s Office and EMS responded to 3061 Utah Road. They found that 36-year-old Michael J.

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We believe all birthdays should be celebrated. Join the KOAM Birthday Club for special VIP offers and discounts from area sponsors. GOVERNOR SIGNS LAW GIVING NEVADA 1ST PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY 11 hours ago · LAS VEGAS (AP) — Democratic Gov. Steve Sisolak on Friday signed a law that would make Nevada the first state to vote in the 2024 presidential primary contests, bumping Iowa and New Hampshire from their leadoff spots. Signing the law is a gamble. It’s ICE SHELF PROTECTING ANTARCTIC GLACIER IS BREAKING UP 11 hours ago · A critical Antarctic glacier is looking more vulnerable as satellite images show the ice shelf that blocks it from collapsing into the sea is breaking up much faster than before and spawning huge icebergs, a new study says. The Pine Island Glacier’s ice shelf loss accelerated in 2017, causing LATINO GROUP SUES TO BLOCK DEMOCRAT-DRAWN MAPS IN ILLINOIS 15 hours ago · FILE - In this May 30, 2021 file photo, Illinois State Sen. Patricia Van Pelt, D-Chicago, speaks with Illinois Senate President Don Harmon, D-Oak Park, at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield, Ill. Illinois Democrats used inadequate data and an opaque process to draw new legislative districts, a Latino civil rights organization argued in the latest lawsuit seeking to block the

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MARIAN DAYS 2021 IN CARTHAGE IS CANCELED Thousands of visitors are drawn to the event in Carthage that started in the late 70’s. According to the Carthage Police Chief, there will be no 2021 Marian days. The Catholic festival was also canceled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Carthage Chamber says last year the City lost more than $150,000 in tax revenue. TRIAL BEGINS FOR MARINE ACCUSED IN SOLDIER'S HAZING DEATH 9 hours ago · FILE - This undated photo provided by the U.S. Army shows U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Logan Melgar Green Beret, who died from non-combat related injuries in Mali in June 2017. Opening statements are set to begin Wednesday June 9, 2021, for the trial of

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14 hours ago · Sandra Jane Martin, 53, of Joplin, passed away May 30, 2021 at her home from an extended illness. Sandra was born May 2, 1968 in Springfield, Wisconsin. She grew up in Anderson and graduated from McDonald County High School. Sandra lived most of her adult life in the Granby/Neosho area, where she FORMER MAYOR ARRESTED FOR STEALING FROM CITY OF PURCELL by Stacie Strader. Nancy M. Wilson, 50, of Purcell was arrested for stealing on May 27, 2021. JASPER COUNTY, Mo. – Detectives arrest the former mayor of Purcell, Missouri for Felony Stealing. The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office started the investigation early this year, after the newly elected Mayor of Purcell made a report. TYLOR GUNTER JACKSON Tylor “Tyrone” Oddessell Jackson Gunter, 17 of Wichita, KS passed from this life on Sunday, June 6, 2021. Tylor was born on December 25, 2003 in Kansas City, MO. Tylor was an amazing young man full of life, leaving an impression on all that knew him. Tylor had the ability to

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Della A. McGuire, 85, of Parsons, formerly of Galena, died at 12:15 A.M., Thursday, June 10, 2021at the Parsons Presbyterian Manor. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Monday, June 14, 2021 at the Apostolic Faith Chapel in Baxter Springs with Cody Harris officiating. Burial will be in the VACCINES AND HIPAA: WHY EMPLOYERS CAN ASK FOR PROOF OF Vaccines and HIPAA: Why employers can ask for proof of vaccination. JOPLIN, Mo. – “There has been a lot of confusion about HIPAA,” says Carrie Foote, Director of Compliance, Quality and Risk Management at Access Family Care. “When the mask mandate was in place in the City of Joplin, a lot of people thought that when they walked into a 4-STATES NEWS, WEATHER AND SPORTS KOAMNewsNow.com is your source for News, Weather, Sports and Entertainment headlines for southeast Kansas, southwest Missouri and

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We believe all birthdays should be celebrated. Join the KOAM Birthday Club for special VIP offers and discounts from area sponsors. GOVERNOR SIGNS LAW GIVING NEVADA 1ST PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY 5 hours ago · LAS VEGAS (AP) — Democratic Gov. Steve Sisolak on Friday signed a law that would make Nevada the first state to vote in the 2024 presidential primary contests, bumping Iowa and New Hampshire from their leadoff spots. Signing the law is a gamble. It’s ICE SHELF PROTECTING ANTARCTIC GLACIER IS BREAKING UP 5 hours ago · A critical Antarctic glacier is looking more vulnerable as satellite images show the ice shelf that blocks it from collapsing into the sea is breaking up much faster than before and spawning huge icebergs, a new study says. The Pine Island Glacier’s ice shelf loss accelerated in 2017, causing LATINO GROUP SUES TO BLOCK DEMOCRAT-DRAWN MAPS IN ILLINOIS 9 hours ago · FILE - In this May 30, 2021 file photo, Illinois State Sen. Patricia Van Pelt, D-Chicago, speaks with Illinois Senate President Don Harmon, D-Oak Park, at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield, Ill. Illinois Democrats used inadequate data and an opaque process to draw new legislative districts, a Latino civil rights organization argued in the latest lawsuit seeking to block the

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MARIAN DAYS 2021 IN CARTHAGE IS CANCELED Thousands of visitors are drawn to the event in Carthage that started in the late 70’s. According to the Carthage Police Chief, there will be no 2021 Marian days. The Catholic festival was also canceled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Carthage Chamber says last year the City lost more than $150,000 in tax revenue. TRIAL BEGINS FOR MARINE ACCUSED IN SOLDIER'S HAZING DEATH 3 hours ago · FILE - This undated photo provided by the U.S. Army shows U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Logan Melgar Green Beret, who died from non-combat related injuries in Mali in June 2017. Opening statements are set to begin Wednesday June 9, 2021, for the trial of

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8 hours ago · Sandra Jane Martin, 53, of Joplin, passed away May 30, 2021 at her home from an extended illness. Sandra was born May 2, 1968 in Springfield, Wisconsin. She grew up in Anderson and graduated from McDonald County High School. Sandra lived most of her adult life in the Granby/Neosho area, where she FORMER MAYOR ARRESTED FOR STEALING FROM CITY OF PURCELL by Stacie Strader. Nancy M. Wilson, 50, of Purcell was arrested for stealing on May 27, 2021. JASPER COUNTY, Mo. – Detectives arrest the former mayor of Purcell, Missouri for Felony Stealing. The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office started the investigation early this year, after the newly elected Mayor of Purcell made a report. TYLOR GUNTER JACKSON Tylor “Tyrone” Oddessell Jackson Gunter, 17 of Wichita, KS passed from this life on Sunday, June 6, 2021. Tylor was born on December 25, 2003 in Kansas City, MO. Tylor was an amazing young man full of life, leaving an impression on all that knew him. Tylor had the ability to

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THREE DEAD, ONE IN STABLE CONDITION FOLLOWING BOAT Three dead, one in stable condition following boat accident in Coffey County, Kansas. BURLINGTON, Kan. – Authorities are investigating an accident that left three people dead on the Neosho River near Burlington, Kansas. Officials say the initial investigation shows a family of two adults and two children were boating on the river when

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PITTSBURG MAN KILLED IN CRASH IN CRAWFORD COUNTY CRAWFORD COUNTY, Kan. – A Pittsburg man is dead and another seriously injured following a crash on US 69 in Crawford County. The crash occurred around 3:30 yesterday afternoon. Officials with the Kansas Highway Patrol say 66 year old Michael Semones was killed when the car he was driving crossed CITY EMPLOYEE SUES FORT SCOTT OVER DISCRIMINATION, OTHER City employee sues Fort Scott over discrimination, other allegations. FORT SCOTT, Kan. – A Fort Scott, Kansas employee files a lawsuit against the City. According to the lawsuit, Rachel Pruitt alleges sexual discrimination, harassment and retaliatory conduct of employees with the City. It also claims the City Commission has failed to

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FIRE DEVASTATES WHITEHEAD FARM SUPPLY IN LA RUSSELL Fire devastates Whitehead Farm Supply in La Russell. LA RUSSELL, Mo. – A large fire left extensive damage at Whitehead Farm Supply in La Russell, Missouri Friday morning. Firefighters received the call around 4:00 a.m. Avilla, Jasper, Carthage and Golden City Fire Departments responded to the scene. Crews had it under control before

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1 DEAD; 5 INJURED IN WRECK NORTH OF FAIRLAND, OK 1 dead; 5 injured in wreck north of Fairland, OK. FAIRLAND, Okla. – A Fairland, Oklahoma woman is dead following a crash in Ottawa County. Authorities with the Oklahoma State Highway Patrol say it happened Monday just before 6:00 p.m. on OK-125 three miles north of Fairland. They say a vehicle driven by 42-year-old Karin Roach of Fairland MR. FOOD: EASY CHEESY CHERRY DANISH In a medium bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and almond extract until smooth. Evenly dollop mixture in center of each Danish, then top each with a teaspoonful of cherry pie filling. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until

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SALES PITCH SUMMER? DEMS AIM TO SHOWCASE VIRUS RELIEF 7 hours ago · MAIDENS, Va. (AP) — When Sherry Brockenbrough and her family opened a distillery on a leafy vista overlooking the James River on March 5, 2020, the coronavirus still seemed like a distant threat. But in the coming weeks, Hill Top Distillery faced the kind of TRUCK DRIVER GETS 16 YEARS IN CRASH THAT KILLED 5 11 hours ago · FILE - In this Dec. 10, 2020, file photo, Nevada Highway Patrol investigate the scene of a fatal crash involving multiple bicyclists and a box truck along U.S. Highway 95 southbound near Searchlight, Nev. The Arizona box truck driver who killed five

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MOM COMMITTED, HUSBAND PLEADS NOT GUILTY TO KIDS' MURDERS 16 hours ago · FILE - In this Aug. 4, 2020, file photo, Chad Daybell listens during his preliminary hearing in St. Anthony, Idaho. Lori Vallow Daybell and Chad Daybell were each indicted by a grand jury Monday, May 24, 2021, on charges of conspiracy, murder and grand theft in connection with the deaths of Lori Daybell's two youngest children, 7-year-old Joshua "JJ" Vallow and 17-year-old Tylee Ryan.

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6 hours ago · June 17th-19th: Warm temperatures return by Thursday into the weekend.We’ll watch for additional t-storms for Thursday and Friday. June 20th-26th: A hot first half of the week with temperatures dropping back to warm the second half of the week.Warm would be 80s, hot is above 90 degrees. Scattered thunderstorms back around the second half of the week. DEPUTIES WHO FATALLY SHOT MAN IN MINNEAPOLIS WERE 11 hours ago · Jersey barriers placed by the city of Minneapolis surround memorials as community members gather in George Floyd Square to demand justice for Winston Boogie Smith Jr., on Monday, June 7, 2021. Smith was fatally shot by members of a U.S. Marshals task force. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The two sheriff’s FEWER CHILDREN CROSS US BORDER IN MAY BUT NUMBERS STAY 12 hours ago · A new border wall stretches along the landscape near Sasabe, Ariz., on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of unaccompanied children and families entering the U.S. illegally on the Mexican border dropped sharply in May but IS YOUR WEDDING BUDGET READY FOR THE RECEPTION RESURGENCE 19 hours ago · FILE- In this May 10, 2021 file photo, Tom Li, second from right, and his fiancé, Leah Li, right, pose for photos taken by Ella Chang, left, at Gas Works Park in Seattle. The couple, who live in Seattle, are originally from China and have a wedding planned later in the year for September. As COVID FORMER MAYOR ARRESTED FOR STEALING FROM CITY OF PURCELL by Stacie Strader. Nancy M. Wilson, 50, of Purcell was arrested for stealing on May 27, 2021. JASPER COUNTY, Mo. – Detectives arrest the former mayor of Purcell, Missouri for Felony Stealing. The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office started the investigation early this year, after the newly elected Mayor of Purcell made a report. THREE DEAD, ONE IN STABLE CONDITION FOLLOWING BOAT Three dead, one in stable condition following boat accident in Coffey County, Kansas. BURLINGTON, Kan. – Authorities are investigating an accident that left three people dead on the Neosho River near Burlington, Kansas. Officials say the initial investigation shows a family of two adults and two children were boating on the river when

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VACCINES AND HIPAA: WHY EMPLOYERS CAN ASK FOR PROOF OF Vaccines and HIPAA: Why employers can ask for proof of vaccination. JOPLIN, Mo. – “There has been a lot of confusion about HIPAA,” says Carrie Foote, Director of Compliance, Quality and Risk Management at Access Family Care. “When the mask mandate was in place in the City of Joplin, a lot of people thought that when they walked into a 4-STATES NEWS, WEATHER AND SPORTS KOAMNewsNow.com is your source for News, Weather, Sports and Entertainment headlines for southeast Kansas, southwest Missouri and

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Jamie J. Gates, 44, of rural Erie, passed away at 9:23 p.m., Thursday, May 13, 2021, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. Among her survivors is her husband, Sheldon Gates, of the home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 21,

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ROBERT ANDERSON WHITEBIRD, III Robert Anderson Whitebird, III of Miami, OK passed from this life Sunday, May 9, 2021 at Integris Miami Hospital in Miami, OK. He was 53. Robert was born November 9, 1967 to Robert Anderson and Dora Ann (Shade) Whitebird, Jr. He had lived in the Miami area for past 6 4-STATES NEWS, WEATHER AND SPORTS KOAMNewsNow.com is your source for News, Weather, Sports and Entertainment headlines for southeast Kansas, southwest Missouri and

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DOTSON TURNS TO RACING AFTER BASEBALL GALENA, Kan. – He’s been a pitcher for most of his life, but now he’s ready to try something different. “I’ve always had a love for going fast. It’s just one of the best feelings in the world, honestly.” Just one week after finishing his baseball career at Pitt State, Jarret Dotson CITY EMPLOYEE SUES FORT SCOTT OVER DISCRIMINATION, OTHER City employee sues Fort Scott over discrimination, other allegations. FORT SCOTT, Kan. – A Fort Scott, Kansas employee files a lawsuit against the City. According to the lawsuit, Rachel Pruitt alleges sexual discrimination, harassment and retaliatory conduct of employees with the City. It also claims the City Commission has failed to

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We believe all birthdays should be celebrated. Join the KOAM Birthday Club for special VIP offers and discounts from area sponsors. ROBERT ANDERSON WHITEBIRD, III Robert Anderson Whitebird, III of Miami, OK passed from this life Sunday, May 9, 2021 at Integris Miami Hospital in Miami, OK. He was 53. Robert was born November 9, 1967 to Robert Anderson and Dora Ann (Shade) Whitebird, Jr. He had lived in the Miami area for past 6

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Kansas City board considers legal action on police funding. Associated Press, May 26, 2021 8:35 AM. The state-controlled board that oversees Kansas City’s police department has voted to initiate legal action over city leaders’ decision to change how some THE LATEST: INDIAN DAILY CASES DIP BELOW 100K AFTER 2 21 hours ago · NEW DELHI — India’s daily coronavirus infections have dipped below 100,000 for the first time in more than two months as an overall downturn prompts some states to ease restrictions. The 86,498 cases added in the past 24 hours pushed India’s total past 29 VIRGINIA HIGH COURT TO HEAR CHALLENGES TO LEE STATUE 23 hours ago · RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The Supreme Court of Virginia is set to hear arguments in two lawsuits that challenge Gov. Ralph Northam’s plan to take down a 131-year-old statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee. Northam’s decision was announced DOWN UNDER CRIMINALS TRICKED INTO USING FBI-RUN MESSAGE 23 hours ago · In this undated photo supplied by the New Zealand police, a bag of marijuana is displayed during a police raid as part of Operation Trojan. Authorities in Australia and New Zealand said Tuesday, June 8, 2021, they've dealt a huge blow to organized crime after hundreds of criminals were tricked into using a messaging app that was being secretly run by the FBI. FULL VOLUME: WHITE HOUSE BRIEFING ROOM BACK TO CRAMMED 1 day ago · WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House briefing room on Monday might have been a fire marshal’s nightmare. For the first time in 449 days, reporters could cram into every seat for the daily briefing. Coronavirus restrictions had kept one of the most recognized

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GOP CHAIR EXPECTS FORMER NEVADA AG LAXALT TO RUN FOR 1 day ago · FILE - In this Nov. 8, 2020, file photo, former Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt speaks during a news conference outside of the Clark County Election Department in North Las Vegas, Nev. Florida Sen. Rick Scott, the chair of the National Republican Senate US HAS RECOVERED RANSOM PAYMENT MADE AFTER PIPELINE HACK 1 day ago · WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department has recovered the majority of a multimillion-dollar ransom payment to hackers after a cyberattack that caused the operator of the nation’s largest fuel pipeline to halt its operations last month, officials said Monday. The operation to recover the CAPITOL RIOT SUSPECT BLAMES 'PACK OF LIES,' SEEKS RELEASE 1 day ago · HOGP. FILE - This photo provided by Polk County, Iowa Jail shows Douglas Jensen. Jensen, pictured prominently with a QAnon shirt ahead of a crowd of insurgents inside the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021 attack, is asking a judge to release him from jail saying "he feels deceived, recognizing that he bought into a pack of lies," in a in a Monday, June 7, 2021 court filing. MINNEAPOLIS SEES MORE PROTESTS AFTER MAN KILLED BY 1 day ago · MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Protesters took to the streets for a fourth consecutive night in Minneapolis over the shooting death of a Black man by members of a U.S. Marshals task force. Crowds marched Sunday evening in response to Thursday’s fatal shooting of

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1 day ago · Wayne N. Ent, 79, of Radley, Kansas, passed away at 9:30 P.M., Saturday, June 5, 2021 at the Via Christi Hospital of Pittsburg. Wayne was born May 11, 1942 in Holton, Kansas a son of Ralph and Olive (Joy) Ent. He attended school in Whiting, Kansas, graduating from the Whiting High School. On 4-STATES NEWS, WEATHER AND SPORTS KOAMNewsNow.com is your source for News, Weather, Sports and Entertainment headlines for southeast Kansas, southwest Missouri and

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Kansas City board considers legal action on police funding. Associated Press, May 26, 2021 8:35 AM. The state-controlled board that oversees Kansas City’s police department has voted to initiate legal action over city leaders’ decision to change how some THE LATEST: INDIAN DAILY CASES DIP BELOW 100K AFTER 2 2 hours ago · NEW DELHI — India’s daily coronavirus infections have dipped below 100,000 for the first time in more than two months as an overall downturn prompts some states to ease restrictions. The 86,498 cases added in the past 24 hours pushed India’s total past 29 VIRGINIA HIGH COURT TO HEAR CHALLENGES TO LEE STATUE 3 hours ago · RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The Supreme Court of Virginia is set to hear arguments in two lawsuits that challenge Gov. Ralph Northam’s plan to take down a 131-year-old statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee. Northam’s decision was announced DOWN UNDER CRIMINALS TRICKED INTO USING FBI-RUN MESSAGE 4 hours ago · In this undated photo supplied by the New Zealand police, a bag of marijuana is displayed during a police raid as part of Operation Trojan. Authorities in Australia and New Zealand said Tuesday, June 8, 2021, they've dealt a huge blow to organized crime after hundreds of criminals were tricked into using a messaging app that was being secretly run by the FBI. FULL VOLUME: WHITE HOUSE BRIEFING ROOM BACK TO CRAMMED 12 hours ago · WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House briefing room on Monday might have been a fire marshal’s nightmare. For the first time in 449 days, reporters could cram into every seat for the daily briefing. Coronavirus restrictions had kept one of the most recognized

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GOP CHAIR EXPECTS FORMER NEVADA AG LAXALT TO RUN FOR 11 hours ago · FILE - In this Nov. 8, 2020, file photo, former Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt speaks during a news conference outside of the Clark County Election Department in North Las Vegas, Nev. Florida Sen. Rick Scott, the chair of the National Republican

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US HAS RECOVERED RANSOM PAYMENT MADE AFTER PIPELINE HACK 13 hours ago · WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department has recovered the majority of a multimillion-dollar ransom payment to hackers after a cyberattack that caused the operator of the nation’s largest fuel pipeline to halt its operations last month, CAPITOL RIOT SUSPECT BLAMES 'PACK OF LIES,' SEEKS RELEASE 10 hours ago · HOGP. FILE - This photo provided by Polk County, Iowa Jail shows Douglas Jensen. Jensen, pictured prominently with a QAnon shirt ahead of a crowd of insurgents inside the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021 attack, is asking a judge to release him from jail saying "he feels deceived, recognizing that he bought into a pack of lies," in a in a Monday, June 7, 2021 court filing. MINNEAPOLIS SEES MORE PROTESTS AFTER MAN KILLED BY 21 hours ago · MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Protesters took to the streets for a fourth consecutive night in Minneapolis over the shooting death of a Black man by members of a U.S. Marshals task force. Crowds marched Sunday evening in response to Thursday’s fatal shooting of

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19 hours ago · Wayne N. Ent, 79, of Radley, Kansas, passed away at 9:30 P.M., Saturday, June 5, 2021 at the Via Christi Hospital of Pittsburg. Wayne was born May 11, 1942 in Holton, Kansas a son of Ralph and Olive (Joy) Ent. He attended school in Whiting, Kansas, graduating from the Whiting High School. On barsbincheckedcloseclouddown-chevrondownexpandexternal-linkfast-forwardfog01101112131415161718192202122232425262728293303132333435363738394404142434445464756789closenafuture-twcicekeylayersleft-chevronlocationminus-thinminusfullMoonfirstQuarterlastQuarternewMoonwaningCrescentwaningGibbouswaxingCrescentwaxingGibbousnext-buttonpause-buttonpause-iconpause-twcplay-buttonplay-icon-engageplay-iconplay-twcplus-thinpluspoolprecipRainprecipMixprecipRainprecipSnowprev-buttonright-chevronsearchsettingsshowershrinkstar-emptystar-fullstop-buttonsunrisesunsettogglesup-chevronvolumewarningwind

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