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Man nearly electrocuted to death while hanging Christmas lights on tree

Thursday, November 28 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A man was nearly electrocuted to death after being hired to hang Christmas lights on a large tree in Massachusetts, police said.The incident occurred on Wednesday at approximately 10 a.m. when the Wellesley Police Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call... Read More.

Maryland prison inmate killed in his own cell by another prisoner

Thursday, November 28 by ABC News

(CUMBERLAND, Md.) -- A 28-year-old prison inmate has been killed in his own cell by another prisoner who was serving time in the same facility, police said.The inmate, identified as Robert Warren -- a state prison inmate serving time at the North Branch Correctional... Read More.

Stowaway discovered on board flight from New York to Paris

Wednesday, November 27 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Amid the Thanksgiving travel rush, a stowaway was discovered Tuesday night onboard a Delta Air Lines flight out of JFK Airport in New York City headed to Paris.Authorities said the stowaway was discovered on board Delta Flight 264 from JFK to... Read More.

FedEx deliveries of AT&T iPhones targeted in nationwide theft ring

Wednesday, November 27 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- AAT&T customers are being urged to stay cautious as thieves are using cellular data to track and steal deliveries, particularly iPhones.Police report a nationwide surge in package thefts by organized criminal groups targeting FedEx shipments of new AT&T iPhones, sometimes resulting... Read More.

Abortions fell 2% the year Supreme Court overruled Roe v. Wade: CDC

Wednesday, November 27 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The number of abortions performed in the U.S. fell slightly in 2022, the year the Supreme Court overruled Roe v. Wade, a new federal report found.In 2022, a total of 613,383 legal abortions were reported by 48 areas. Among the 47 areas... Read More.

Search called off for missing Oregon woman and her 2 dogs

Wednesday, November 27 by ABC News

(WELCHES, Ore.) -- The search for a missing hiker and her two dogs in Oregon's Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness was suspended late Tuesday after four days, officials said.However, authorities said they are continuing to gather information and establish a timeline leading up to the disappearance of... Read More.

Daughter of pilot who died in crash while rescuing dogs speaks out about his death

Wednesday, November 27 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Leah Kim remembers her dad for his infectious smile and loving heart."His legacy is for people to live their lives with joy," she told ABC News.Seuk Kim, 49, was a pilot, animal rescuer and father of three. He began flying during... Read More.

Ohio governor signs transgender bathroom ban for students

Wednesday, November 27 by ABC News

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed a transgender bathroom ban for students into law.The law requires students in the state's K-12 schools, as well as colleges and universities, to use the restroom or facility that aligns with their sex assigned... Read More.

Feds arrest Arizona man who allegedly threatened to kill Trump, visited campaign rally in August

Wednesday, November 27 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Federal authorities have arrested an Arizona man after he allegedly posted videos online threatening to kill President-elect Donald Trump and his family.In the videos, posted on Facebook in recent months, Manuel Tamayo-Torres issued an array of bizarre and outlandish claims about Trump,... Read More.

Daniel Pennys subway chokehold trial: The key takeaways

Wednesday, November 27 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The prosecution and defense are preparing for Monday's closing arguments in the Daniel Penny trial as it comes to a close after a break for the Thanksgiving holiday.Penny put Jordan Neely, 30, a homeless man, in a fatal 6 minute-long chokehold... Read More.

Weinstein sues NYC Department of Corrections for medical negligence

Wednesday, November 27 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Harvey Weinstein is suing New York City and its Department of Correction, alleging negligence and failure to provide adequate care.Weinstein is being held at Rikers Island while he awaits a new trial on sexual assault charges.Weinstein has been diagnosed with bone... Read More.

Alexander Smirnov, ex-FBI informant charged with lying about Biden family business, faces new tax charges

Wednesday, November 27 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The former FBI informant charged by special counsel David Weiss for allegedly lying about President Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden's business dealings is facing a separate new indictment on tax-related charges, court records show.Alexander Smirnov is alleged to have evaded... Read More.