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Man pleads guilty to attempted murder in arson at Pennsylvania governor's mansion

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 21h

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Man pleads guilty to attempted murder in arson at Pennsylvania governor's mansion

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The attacker managed to slip past state troopers guarding the governor's residence on April 13 and set a fire.

'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' premiere date, release time, cast, where to watch

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 1d

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'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' premiere date, release time, cast, where to watch

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Premiering on Oct. 15, the show will be available on Hulu and on Disney+ for those with bundle subscriptions.

Michael J. Fox says life is 'so much better than it could be' in new interview

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 1d

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Michael J. Fox says life is 'so much better than it could be' in new interview

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Michael J. Fox on how he's doing now and what it was like filming "Back to the Future" and “Family Ties” simultaneously.

New York AG Letitia James gives spirited remarks in first appearance since indictment

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 1d

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New York AG Letitia James gives spirited remarks in first appearance since indictment

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New York's top prosecutor delivered spirited remarks to a rally for mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, after a federal grand jury voted to indict her.

GOP will brutalize voters with spiking health care costs unless Trump says to stop | Opinion

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 1d

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GOP will brutalize voters with spiking health care costs unless Trump says to stop | Opinion

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If President Donald Trump told congressional Republicans to make a deal with the Democrats to end the shutdown, they would do it in a heartbeat.

Taylor Swift announces Eras Tour documentary

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 2d

Taylor Swift announces Eras Tour documentary www.wsbtv.com/news/trendin...

The new production will be “an intimate look at Taylor’s life as her tour made headlines and thrilled fans around the world.”

Is it safe to fly during the government shutdown? What you should know.

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 2d

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Is it safe to fly during the government shutdown? What you should know.

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The air travel system was strained before the government shutdown, but the lack of funding is stressing it even more. Here's what it means for you.

The Moody Blues lead singer John Lodge dies ‘suddenly and unexpectedly’

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 2d

The Moody Blues lead singer John Lodge dies ‘suddenly and unexpectedly’ www.wsbtv.com/news/trendin...

He “peacefully slipped away surrounded by his loved ones and the sounds of The Everly Brothers and Buddy Holly.”

Eternal flame at Martin Luther King Jr.’s Atlanta burial site vandalized

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 2d

Eternal flame at Martin Luther King Jr.’s Atlanta burial site vandalized www.wsbtv.com/news/local/a...

Despite the vandalism, the King Center reported minimal damage and remains open to visitors.

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Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 2d

4 people were killed and 20 more were injured in a shooting at a bar in South Carolina, sheriff says

A mass shooting at a crowded bar on the idyllic South Carolina island of St. Helena left four people dead and at least 20 injured.

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Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 3d

Legendary actress Diane Keaton dead at 79 www.wsbtv.com/news/nationa...

Legendary actress Diane Keaton dead at 79

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Education Department lays off roughly 20 percent of its workforce amid shutdown

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 4d

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Education Department lays off roughly 20 percent of its workforce amid shutdown

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The number was made public Friday from the Justice Department, after the White House delivered on its threat of a fresh wave of firings

Donald Trump does not win the Nobel Peace Prize for resolving various conflicts

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 5d

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Donald Trump does not win the Nobel Peace Prize for resolving various conflicts

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Trump said he deserved the Nobel Peace Prize for resolving a variety of conflicts before the winner of the 2025 award was announced.

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Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 5d

Health care standoff long time coming

As shutdown loomed, crisis already imminent For months, as the expirat

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New York Attorney General Letitia James, a longtime target of Trump, reportedly indicted

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 5d

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New York Attorney General Letitia James, a longtime target of Trump, reportedly indicted

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New York AG Letitia James was reportedly indicted Oct. 9, less than three weeks after President Donald Trump publicly called for her to face charges.

Trump settles old scores with James Comey, others on his hit list. Who's next?

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 6d

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Trump settles old scores with James Comey, others on his hit list. Who's next?

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Since returning to office, President Donald Trump has been pursuing adversaries with legal action.

Trump settles old scores with James Comey, others on his hit list. Who's next?

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 6d

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Trump settles old scores with James Comey, others on his hit list. Who's next?

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Since returning to office, President Donald Trump has been pursuing adversaries with legal action.

Trump settles old scores with James Comey, others on his hit list. Who's next?

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 6d

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Trump settles old scores with James Comey, others on his hit list. Who's next?

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Since returning to office, President Donald Trump has been pursuing adversaries with legal action.

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Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 6d

Israel and Hamas agree to 'first phase' of plan to end fighting and release hostages, Trump says

President Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first Phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners.

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Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 7d

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Ex-FBI chief James Comey in court today for arraignment — here's what to expect

Former FBI Director James Comey, a longtime foe of President Trump, will appear in Virginia for an arraignment, in his first court appearance since being criminally charged.

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Dolly Parton's sister asks for fans' prayers amid singer's health challenges

Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 7d

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Dolly Parton's sister asks for fans' prayers amid singer's health challenges

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Freida Parton posted asked for "prayer warriors" to join her in praying for her sister Dolly Parton, 79, as the singer undergoes medical procedures.

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Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 7d

Soybean farmer who backed Trump feels strain of China's boycott amid trade war

With harvest season underway, farmers like Scott Gaffner are worried about what comes next amid a Chinese boycott of American soybeans.

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Ken Reece @kreece.bsky.social · 7d

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Deion Sanders to have surgery for blood clots, says he won't 'slow down'

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Deion Sanders to have surgery for blood clots, says he won't 'slow down'

Colorado coach Deion Sanders has a history of blood clots and now has another surgery scheduled for Tuesday