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Uncovering The CIA's Audacious Operation That Gave Them Access To State Secrets

1:49pm March 05, 2020

by Dave Davies

Greg Miller of The Washington Post reveals the hidden history of Crypto AG, a Swiss firm that sold encryption technology to 120 countries — but was secretly owned by the CIA for decades.

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Honduran migrants wait in line to plead their asylum cases earlier this month at a border crossing in Tijuana, Mexico.

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Court Blocks Trump's 'Remain In Mexico' Policy Along Part Of The Border

1:43pm March 05, 2020

by Colin Dwyer

The 9th Circuit said the policy, which forces asylum-seekers to wait in Mexico, may violate the law. But judges were prepared to block the policy in two states only, starting next week.

This tent camp is nestled between a freeway, rail tracks and a Burger King near the Fruitvale section of Oakland.

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California Municipalities Want Clarity On Plan To Address Homeless Crisis

12:59pm March 05, 2020

by Eric Westervelt

Gov. Gavin Newsom says the growing homeless crisis is his No. 1 priority. But many city and county leaders, as well as activists, want more details, better coordination and dedicated funding.

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Voters fill out their ballots for the presidential primary in a log cabin run by the American Legion in San Anselmo, Calif., on Super Tuesday. While no significant foreign interference was detected, election and law enforcement officials are closely monit

What To Know About The Election Security Situation After Super Tuesday

12:45pm March 05, 2020

by Philip Ewing

The biggest day of voting so far in 2020 wasn't faultless, but it also might have gone much worse. Moves and countermoves are afoot to influence Americans and protect the vote.

Highway sign that reads, "Puff, puff? Pass the keys to a designated driver."

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Humorous Highway Signs Aim To Steer Drivers Safely Down The Old Town Road

11:42am March 05, 2020

by Sam Dunklau

Puns and funny references have become staples on highway message boards across the country. What's behind these roadside bits, and are they making drivers behave any differently?

State Officials, First Responders In Washington Take Coronavirus Precautions

11:12am March 05, 2020

by Will Stone

Washington state has issued new public health guidance regarding the coronavirus — including that people at higher risk of illness stay home and away from large groups of people.

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Ohio Police Caution: Avoid Distractions, Don't Knit At Stoplights

7:05am March 05, 2020

An unidentified motorist was caught on camera getting in a few stitches at a red light. Police on Twitter asked drivers to please be careful, and to keep the knitting needles away from the wheel.

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom displays a bottle of hand sanitizer while saying the state would take action against price gouging because of the coronavirus, at a Capitol news conference in Sacramento, Calif., on Wednesday.

Coronavirus Deaths In Washington State And California, Where Gov. Declares Emergency

9:27pm March 04, 2020

by Bill Chappell

Two more people have died from COVID-19, raising the U.S. death toll to 11. The most recent fatality is connected to a cruise ship that traveled from the U.S. to Mexico.

Tavis Smiley Ordered To Pay PBS $1.5 Million For Violating Network's 'Morality' Clause

7:03pm March 04, 2020

by Vanessa Romo

Smiley, who was fired in 2017 amid sexual misconduct allegations, had sued the public broadcaster contending that he was dropped as a talk-show host because of racial bias.

Militants linked with the Afghan Taliban gather Monday for a ceremony in Laghman province, celebrating the agreement the group signed with the U.S. over the weekend.

U.S. Launches 'Defensive Strike' At Taliban As Fragile Afghan Peace Deal Teeters

6:48pm March 04, 2020

by Colin Dwyer

The strike followed President Trump's call with the Taliban, during which he says they agreed "we don't want violence." Still, the group has led a wave of attacks since signing the landmark deal.