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News Brief: Election Influence, Democrats Focus On Ga. Race, O'Reilly Out At Fox

6:56am April 20, 2017

A Russian think tank planned to swing the U.S. election. DNC chairman Perez speaks at a state party dinner, as they try to capitalize on gains made in a Georgia district. Fox drops Bill O'Reilly.

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Bacteria-Infected Mosquitoes Tested As A Way To Control Population

6:18am April 20, 2017

by Greg Allen

Authorities in the Florida Keys are testing a new way to control the mosquitoes that carry Zika, dengue and other diseases. They're releasing male mosquitoes infected with bacteria.

American Oversight, a group of Democratic lawyers, is suing the Justice Department and FBI over President Trump's tweeted allegation that he was wiretapped by then-President Barack Obama.

Trump's Wiretap Tweets Bring Lawsuit Seeking Proof

8:55pm April 19, 2017

by Peter Overby

American Oversight, a watchdog group that includes former Obama administration lawyers, is using the Freedom of Information Act to keep tabs on the Trump administration's agencies.

President Trump waves to supporters as he walks the parade route with first lady Melania Trump after being sworn in on Jan. 20.

We Now Know Trump's Inauguration Donors. Where The Money Went Is Another Story

8:35pm April 19, 2017

by Danielle Kurtzleben

President Trump's inauguration took in $107 million, more than double former President Barack Obama's record-setting $53 million haul in 2009.

Serena Williams holds her trophy after defeating her sister Venus during the women's singles final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia in January.

Serena Williams Is Pregnant, Due In The Fall

8:24pm April 19, 2017

by Richard Gonzales

The No. 1 ranked female tennis player in the world will take a break from the sport even as she is at the top of her game.

Children play on the playground at the Trinity Lutheran Child Learning Center in Columbia, Mo.

Playground Case Could Breach Barrier Between Tax Coffers, Religious Schools

8:13pm April 19, 2017

by Nina Totenberg

The Supreme Court hears arguments today on whether Missouri should provide a grant to a church preschool, or if that violates the state's constitution. The state's new governor has abandoned the rule.

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David Cortman of the Alliance Defending Freedom speaks after representing Trinity Lutheran Church before the Supreme Court on Wednesday. Concerned Women for America hosted a rally in support of the Missouri church on the court steps.

In Church-State Playground Brawl, Justices Lean Toward The Church

8:11pm April 19, 2017

by Nina Totenberg

At Wednesday's oral arguments, a clear majority of justices seemed troubled by a Missouri policy that bars state money from going to religious schools for playground improvements.

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Researchers found that a protein in human umbilical cord blood plasma improved learning and memory in older mice, but there's no indication it would work in people.

Human Umbilical Cord Blood Helps Aging Mice Remember, Study Finds

7:57pm April 19, 2017

by Rae Ellen Bichell

Researchers found that a protein in human umbilical cord plasma improved learning and memory in older mice, but there's no indication it would work in people.

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Bill O'Reilly attends a 2016 ceremony held by The Hollywood Reporter in New York City.

Bill O'Reilly Is Out At Fox News

7:02pm April 19, 2017

by Colin Dwyer

Amid a sexual harassment scandal, 21st Century Fox has announced it's parting ways with the host of cable news behemoth The O'Reilly Factor. Tucker Carlson will take O'Reilly's old time slot.

Fox News has been the focus of sexual harassment claims that resulted in the ouster of former CEO Roger Ailes and host Bill O'Reilly.

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Fox News Turmoil Highlights Workplace Culture's Role In Sexual Harassment

7:00pm April 19, 2017

by Yuki Noguchi

Fox News is among many workplaces dealing with sexual harassment issues. Experts say changing the culture at work requires training, establishing reporting mechanisms, and consistent enforcement.

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