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Winter Solstice 2023: 1st day of winter is also shortest day of the year

Monday, December 18 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Holiday lights and the season of cheer may mask the fact that the darkest day of the year is fast approaching on Dec. 21. As the Northern Hemisphere's winter solstice approaches, here is everything you need to know about the shortest day... Read More.

YouTube mom Ruby Franke pleads guilty in child abuse case

Monday, December 18 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Ruby Franke, the popular YouTube celebrity, pleaded guilty Monday to four of six charges against her in connection with a child abuse case that has garnered national attention. Franke pleaded guilty to four counts of aggravated child abuse, all felonies, at the... Read More.

Texas man serving life sentence for sexual abuse of a child captured after escaping prison

Monday, December 18 by ABC News

(BRAZORIA, Texas) -- A man serving a life sentence in Texas for continuous sexual abuse of a child was captured Monday after nearly a day on the run, law enforcement officials said. Robert Yancy Jr., 39, was taken into custody in Matagorda County, southwest of... Read More.

East Coast storm updates: Heavy rain, flash flooding, power outages hit Northeast

Monday, December 18 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- More than 250,000 customers are without power in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts and New Hampshire on Monday as a powerful storm -- which first slammed the South with heavy rain this weekend -- barrels north. Residents living along the Interstate... Read More.

Man serving life sentence for sexual abuse of a child escapes prison

Monday, December 18 by ABC News

(BRAZORIA, Texas) -- A man serving a life sentence has escaped from prison in Texas, according to authorities. Robert Yancy, Jr., 39, was last seen on Sunday afternoon around 3:38 p.m. local time. He was in the Clemens Unit in Brazoria, Texas, the Texas Department... Read More.

Christmas travel tips: Best and worst days to fly or drive

Monday, December 18 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Millions of Americans are gearing up to hit the highway and take to the skies ahead of the holidays. Here's what you need to know before packing your bags: Holiday travel by air AAA predicts this holiday season will be the busiest ever for... Read More.

East Coast storm updates: Thousands without power as storm moves north

Monday, December 18 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- More than 130,000 customers were without power in Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York and New Jersey on Monday morning, as a powerful storm system moved north, according to poweroutage.us. A large swath of residents along the Eastern Seaboard are under flood... Read More.

Texas City lifts shelter-in-place after chemical release earlier Sunday

Sunday, December 17 by ABC News

(GALVESTON, Texas) -- A city in Texas has lifted a shelter-in-place after a "temporary increase in sulfur dioxide emissions" earlier Sunday at the Marathon Galveston Bay Refinery. "The shelter-in-place has now been lifted. All roadways are open, and there is no longer a need to shelter... Read More.

Millions along the East Coast under flood and wind threats through Monday

Sunday, December 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A large swath of residents along the Eastern Seaboard is under flood and wind alerts as the storm system that inundated the South moves north, bringing the same threats with it. Residents living along the I-95 corridor can expect a dangerous commute on... Read More.

Heavy rain, potential flooding forecast for the East Coast this weekend

Saturday, December 16 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Heavy rain, flooding, strong wind gusts and a few tornadoes are possible along the East Coast throughout this weekend as a new storm tracks north. The storm developing over the Gulf of Mexico is already bringing a few showers to Florida Saturday... Read More.

Georgia teacher accused of threatening to kill student over Israeli flag question, police say

Saturday, December 16 by ABC News

(GEORGIA) -- A Georgia teacher has been charged with terroristic threats and cruelty to children after he was accused of threatening a student who said she was offended by the Israeli flag in his classroom, according to a police incident report obtained by ABC... Read More.

Colorado School of Mines digs deep for Division Colorado School of Mines digs deep for Division II football title. Can tough academics make a tough team?II football title. Can tough academics make a tough team?

Friday, December 15 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Players on some well-known football teams have stickers on their helmets, awarded for standout in-game performances. Buckeye decals decorate Ohio State helmets. Florida State Seminoles proudly sport tomahawks. The stickers adorning helmets of the Colorado School of Mines' Orediggers show off... Read More.

Winter Solstice 2023: 1st day of winter is also shortest day of the year

YouTube mom Ruby Franke pleads guilty in child abuse case

Texas man serving life sentence for sexual abuse of a child captured after escaping prison

East Coast storm updates: Heavy rain, flash flooding, power outages hit Northeast

Man serving life sentence for sexual abuse of a child escapes prison

Christmas travel tips: Best and worst days to fly or drive

East Coast storm updates: Thousands without power as storm moves north

Texas City lifts shelter-in-place after chemical release earlier Sunday

Millions along the East Coast under flood and wind threats through Monday

Heavy rain, potential flooding forecast for the East Coast this weekend

Georgia teacher accused of threatening to kill student over Israeli flag question, police say

Colorado School of Mines digs deep for Division Colorado School of Mines digs deep for Division II football title. Can tough academics make a tough team?II football title. Can tough academics make a tough team?

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