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‘Presumably a space object’: 11-foot metallic object found in Minnesota cornfield
STEVENS COUNTY, Minn. ( Valley News Live /Gray News) — State and federal authorities are working to identify a large metallic object found in a cornfield in Minnesota. The Stevens County Sheriff’s Office received a call around 3:30 p.m. on Oct. 14 reporting foreign debris in a Sc...
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Johnson defeats Eagle Pass snapping a 10-game losing streak against Eagles
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Thursday night saw the Johnson Wolves defeated the Eagle Pass Eagles 27-24. This battle came down to the final seconds but Vicente Robles would find Nathan Hernandez for the game winning touchdown. On defense the Wolves would help the offense put up 13 unans...
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5 killed, including 3 children, in shooting at Oregon elementary school, officials say
BEND, Ore. ( KPTV /Gray News) - Five people are dead after a shooting occurred at an elementary school in Oregon. Police confirmed that three children -- ages 5, 8 and 11 years old -- a teacher, and the shooter were killed. EN ESPAÑOL | Cuatro muertos en tiroteo en una escuela pr...
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Over 100 gargoyles adorn the National Cathedral
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - They’ve been watching over Washington, D.C. for generations, perched high above the streets, staring down at millions of visitors who hardly notice them. The gargoyles of the Washington National Cathedral have quite a story to tell. The Good Side got the ch...
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‘Granny and the Boys’ delight local dive bar
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - It’s been said that music can transcend age, race and background – it brings people together. A popular band in Washington, D.C. called Granny and the Boys proves this. But the love story behind the music? That’s the real headline....
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Lizard on the move
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - When a man receiving an iguana via FedEx took a quick peek inside his package, all scales broke loose. The iguana escaped and chaos ensued....
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Road foreman hospitalized after tree limb falls during Hurricane Isaias cleanup
ATLANTA, Ga. ( Atlanta News First /Gray News) — A road foreman for the Georgia Department of Transportation is hospitalized after a tree limb fell on him while he was clearing downed trees after Hurricane Isaias. Rocky Meeks, 53, has undergone multiple surgeries. His family worri...
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Flamingo recovers with custom brace from orthopedist
TYLER, Texas ( KLTV /Gray News) - A Chilean flamingo at Tyler’s Caldwell Zoo is recovering from a soft tissue injury to his ankle joint with the help of a custom-built brace. Queenie, 9, got spooked and ran while on exhibit, tearing ligaments in his ankle. Bird Department Supervi...
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Laredo studies wastewater reuse to ease strain on Rio Grande
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo gets all of its drinking water from the Rio Grande. As growth strains that single source, a new study will explore whether treated wastewater could become another one. The Rio Grande International Study Center and Natural Systems Utilities are partner...
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Dog Hero: Tales to Tails
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - An animal shelter in Virginia has a secret weapon for helping get animals adopted. It’s a 12-year-old with a picture book. The program is called ‘ Reading Tails .’ It’s free and it’s changing lives -- for kids and animals alike....
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Laredo crash blocks McPherson at Hillside
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo police reported a two-vehicle crash on the southbound lanes of McPherson at Hillside around 8 p.m. on Oct. 15. Laredo police blocked off the intersection. The extent of any injuries is unknown. The intersection reopened at 8:30 p.m. For more headlines...
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Bulldogs and Panthers advance to team tennis Sweet 16
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Two UISD squads have been able to punch their tickets into the Sweet 16 in the 30-6A tennis playoffs. Alexander advanced thanks to a 10-9 win against San Antonio O’Connor. One of the big questions heading into the season for the Bulldogs was how fast new hea...