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Georgia Bill Loosens Restrictions On Guns In Public Places

12:34pm April 22, 2014

by Susanna Capelouto

Allowing guns into government buildings that have no security is part of a bill waiting the governor's approval. Municipalities worry their budgets will grow as they forced to hire security.

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Hundreds of people arrive on the National Mall Friday to try to set a world record for the largest group dressed as comic book characters gathered in one location. The event was organized by Awesome Con 2014, a comic book convention that will take place i

Hey, Superheroes On The National Mall: Any Advice For Congress?

7:13pm April 18, 2014

by Ailsa Chang

Gathered in Washington for a comic book convention, these costumed enthusiasts shared how their favorite characters would run the country.

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In Virginia, Politicians Fish For Support At Old-Fashioned Event

7:13pm April 18, 2014

by Brakkton Booker

Even as technology and social media transform politics, some traditions still live on — like the annual Shad Planking festival in Wakefield. It's a must-attend event on Virginia's political calendar.

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Chelsea Clinton Announces She's Pregnant

11:10am April 18, 2014

Chelsea's parents — Bill and Hillary — sent out tweets confirming the news. The former president wrote that he's excited to add a new line to his Twitter bio: grandfather to be.

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President Obama speaks during an April 7 visit to Bladensburg High School in Bladensburg, Md. It was his fourth visit to Prince George's County in as many months.

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Obama's Favorite County — At Least When It Comes To Giving Speeches

1:11am April 18, 2014

by Tamara Keith

The president has visited Prince George's County, Md., four times this year. It is the most affluent county with an African-American majority. It also happens to be very close to the White House.

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From Stick Figures To Portraits, Bush Frees His Inner Rembrandt

4:26pm April 15, 2014

by Lauren Silverman

Former President George W. Bush worked with many world leaders while in office. Now, he's unveiling 24 portraits he painted of some of them. The exhibit will be at his new presidential library.

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West has been actively restoring and rebuilding homes and buildings in the past year. "We started with the explosion, and diligently we've fixed the problems," says Mayor Tommy Muska.

A 'Roller Coaster' Year For Texas Town Rocked By Blast

6:42pm April 14, 2014

by Wade Goodwyn

Some lawmakers say a deadly fertilizer plant explosion in West last year could be the state's best opportunity to pass needed safety measures. But it's going to be an uphill battle.

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Health Secretary Kathleen Sebelius To Step Down

7:37am April 11, 2014

by Scott Horsley

The move comes about 6 months after the disastrous roll out of the health insurance website. It was eventually fixed, but not before delivering a severe blow to the president's approval ratings.

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Obama, Bush Mark Passage Of 1964 Civil Rights Act

7:37am April 11, 2014

by Don Gonyea

Barack Obama and George W. Bush, two U.S. presidents with little in common in terms of policy, personal style and politics, each paid tribute to the legacy of President Lyndon Johnson.

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Sebelius, Leader Of Rocky Health Care Rollout, Resigns From HHS

8:12pm April 10, 2014

by Scott Horsley

Kathleen Sebelius has resigned from her position as secretary of health and human services. President Obama accepted her resignation, and he plans to nominate Sylvia Matthews Burwell to replace her.

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