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U.S. says 'substantial progress' made in trade talks with China
by Willem Marx
The White House is optimistic following two days of trade talks with China in Geneva.
Cubs To Give World Series Ring To Steve Bartman
Steve Bartman was the most hated man in Chicago. Now, 14 years later, he's found some closure with a World Series Ring.
Trump Pushes To Reduce Legal Immigration
by Scott Horsley
President Trump threw his support Wednesday behind a Senate proposal to reduce legal immigration.
Thousands Of Syrian Refugees To Return From Lebanon
Thousands of Syrian refugees are returning to a rebel-held area of Syria from Lebanon - maybe not by choice in many cases. It's part of a deal between Hezbollah and a rebel group linked to Al Qaida.
Environmental Groups Challenge EPA In Court Over Ozone Rule
by Brian Naylor
The Trump administration seeks to roll back and delay dozens of regulations across government, including one to lower smog-creating ozone. Environmental groups are challenging the EPA in court.
UAW Vote At Mississippi Nissan Plant Begins Aug. 3
by Desare Frazier
Workers at Nissan auto assembly plant in Canton, Miss. begin two days of voting Thursday on whether to join United Auto Workers union. This is the third bid by UAW to unionize a southern auto plant.
Dow Tops 22,000, Helped By Apple Shares
by Jim Zarroli
The Dow Jones Industrial Average topped 22,000 Wednesday and has bounced around, as trading continues. Apple shares are lifting the Dow to new heights. The broader S&P 500 Index is down slightly.
In Texas, One Republican Lawmaker Is Trying To Halt The Bathroom Bill
by Ben Philpott
The Texas governor and lieutenant governor are leading efforts to pass several Republican red meat bills – like a ban on transgender bathroom access. But one Republican lawmaker is pushing back.
Ara Parseghian, Legendary Notre Dame Coach, Dies At 94
by Tom Goldman
Ara Parseghian was a force at the University of Notre Dame. He brought the football program back to national prominence during the 1960s and 1970s, including two championships.