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Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton speaks at a Hillary For America discussion on Thursday in Columbia, S.C.

Classified Emails Were Sent Through Clinton's Private Network, Watchdog Says

3:49pm July 24, 2015

by Eyder Peralta

The Justice Department has received a referral from an inspector general that is related to the case, but it has made no decision yet about whether it will launch an investigation into the issue.

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Mass Shootings In America By The Numbers

3:28pm July 24, 2015

by Steve Inskeep

Mass shootings as defined by the FBI happen about every two weeks in America. For nearly a decade, USA Today has been tracking these incidents on a website that paints a grim picture.

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Public health threat, or just a very odd animal you're likely to see in the southern United States?

Leprosy From An Armadillo? That's An Unlikely Peccadillo

3:16pm July 24, 2015

by Nancy Shute

Yes, health officials in Florida have reported nine cases of leprosy so far this year. And yes, armadillos can transmit leprosy. But scientists say we needn't fear the armored mammals.

A statue of Mormon pioneer leader Brigham Young at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' Temple in Salt Lake City.

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It's Pie And Beer (And Pioneer) Day In Utah!

2:58pm July 24, 2015

by Elizabeth Miller

Friday honors the arrival of Mormon settlers at Salt Lake Valley in 1847 while non-Mormons celebrate Pie and Beer Day. Thirty-seven other states also celebrate these unique holidays.

Obama Administration Officials Defend Iran Nuclear Deal Before Senate

2:53pm July 24, 2015

by Ailsa Chang

Secretaries Kerry, Munoz and Lew defend the Iran nuclear deal on Capitol Hill Thursday before a panel that includes several skeptical lawmakers, including two Republican presidential candidates.

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Chris Valasek (left) and Charlie Miller talk about hacking into vehicle computer systems during the Black Hat USA 2014 hacker conference in Las Vegas last August.

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The Ghost In The Car May Be A Hacker

2:32pm July 24, 2015

by Avie Schneider

As cars become increasingly computerized and connected, researchers are finding vulnerabilities that may allow autos to be controlled remotely. U.S. lawmakers want standards to make cars more secure.

A screenshot of a fundraising page for teachers Jena Meaux and Ali Martin, who are being hailed as heroes for their actions in Thursday's theater attack.

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Two Teachers Hailed As Heroes In Louisiana Shooting

2:25pm July 24, 2015

by Bill Chappell

Teachers Jena Meaux and Ali Martin survived the attack, but both reportedly suffered gunshot wounds.

Hulk Hogan's contract with World Wrestling Entertainment has been terminated.

Hulk Hogan's WWE Contract Terminated After Alleged Racist Language In Sex Tape

2:14pm July 24, 2015

by Lucy Perkins

WWE said it's "committed to embracing and celebrating individuals from all backgrounds as demonstrated by the diversity of our employees, performers, and fans worldwide."

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Sen. Grassley Not Satisfied With Answers From The Red Cross

2:03pm July 24, 2015

by Laura Sullivan

The American Red Cross responded to detailed questions about how it spent almost half a billion dollars in Haiti. But Sen. Chuck Grassley says he and the public need more information.

The BRAIN Initiative aims to accelerate basic research.

BRAIN Initiative Bets On Wearable Scanners, Laser-Controlled Cells

1:53pm July 24, 2015

by Jon Hamilton

A wearable PET scanner and lasers that could control individual brain circuits are among the projects funded by a $46 million federal effort to accelerate research on the human brain.