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Richmond County Marshal's Office promotes first Black woman colonel

Richmond County Marshal's Office promotes first Black woman colonel

Monica Ephraim makes history as the first Black woman promoted to colonel in the Richmond County Marshal's Office.
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Helms College honors summer graduates | PHOTOS

Helms College honors summer graduates | PHOTOS

Graduates crossed the stage during Helms College's 2026 summer commencement ceremony Aug. 8 at Warren Baptist Church in Augusta. See the photos.
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Wisconsin Democrats nominate moderate Crowley for governor; Trump ally beaten in Minnesota

Wisconsin Democrats nominate moderate Crowley for governor; Trump ally beaten in Minnesota

By Renee Hickman Aug 11 (Reuters) - Moderate David Crowley beat Democratic socialist Francesca Hong in a tight race for Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial primary election, a closely watched vote seen as a key test for the appeal of progressive candidates in the battleground state. 
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Learn out to build a plate worthy of a fine dining restaurant

Learn out to build a plate worthy of a fine dining restaurant

Discover the latest Savannah restaurant news including new dining concepts, happy hour deals, and hotel news.
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OpenAI to pay average wage of $80,000 at Effingham County data center

OpenAI to pay average wage of $80,000 at Effingham County data center

OpenAI is building a $20 billion data center in Effingham County, promising at least 1,000 jobs and averaging $80,000 in yearly wages.
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Dollar ticks up on Iran tensions, with US data in focus

Dollar ticks up on Iran tensions, with US data in focus

By Stefano Rebaudo Aug 12 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar ticked higher on Wednesday, underpinned by renewed Gulf tensions, with markets focused on upcoming U.S. economic data for signals on the Fed's policy trajectory.
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FlightAware withdraws lawsuit against Kalshi over flight-cancellation markets

FlightAware withdraws lawsuit against Kalshi over flight-cancellation markets

Aug 12 (Reuters) - Flight-tracking company FlightAware withdrew its lawsuit against Kalshi on Tuesday, a day after it filed the suit that accuses the prediction markets giant of using its data and name without its knowledge to host gambling markets on flight cancellations. 
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European stocks steady, oil rises before CPI

European stocks steady, oil rises before CPI

By Samuel Indyk and Rocky Swift LONDON, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Global equity markets held steady and oil prices inched higher after new attacks on shipping in the Middle East dimmed expectations for an end to the Iran war, as markets turned their attention to U.S. inflation data later in the day. 
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Iran to join BRICS development bank soon, central bank governor says

Iran to join BRICS development bank soon, central bank governor says

DUBAI, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Iran will soon join the New Development Bank, the development lender established by the BRICS group of nations, central bank governor Abdolnaser Hemmati said in a state media report published on Wednesday ahead of a BRICS finance meeting in India.
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Hedge funds upped short AI bets in July, Hazeltree says

Hedge funds upped short AI bets in July, Hazeltree says

LONDON, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Hedge funds upped short bets on AI-related stocks in July, according to a Wednesday report from data platform Hazeltree, part of a broad shift in the month that saw chipmaker shares tumble around the world  Here are some details about hedge fund positioning in July: •
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The Complex World of Unofficial Movie Sequels Explored

The Complex World of Unofficial Movie Sequels Explored

The Complex World of Unofficial Movie Sequels Explored
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Mayo Clinic's Data Science Analyst Role Highlights AI and Machine Learning Expertise

Mayo Clinic's Data Science Analyst Role Highlights AI and Machine Learning Expertise

Mayo Clinic's Data Science Analyst Role Highlights AI and Machine Learning Expertise
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ARC Team USA Announces Initial Lineup for America's Cup Challenge

ARC Team USA Announces Initial Lineup for America's Cup Challenge

ARC Team USA Announces Initial Lineup for America's Cup Challenge
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Prime Video's 'The High Note' Explores Career Choices and Personal Growth

Prime Video's 'The High Note' Explores Career Choices and Personal Growth

Prime Video's 'The High Note' Explores Career Choices and Personal Growth
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Teen Titans Compendium Explores Post-Infinite Crisis Challenges

Teen Titans Compendium Explores Post-Infinite Crisis Challenges

Teen Titans Compendium Explores Post-Infinite Crisis Challenges
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New Avengers Collection Highlights Dark Reign Era in Marvel Comics

New Avengers Collection Highlights Dark Reign Era in Marvel Comics

New Avengers Collection Highlights Dark Reign Era in Marvel Comics
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Rajiv Surendra's New Book Offers Guide to Living a Beautiful Life

Rajiv Surendra's New Book Offers Guide to Living a Beautiful Life

Rajiv Surendra's New Book Offers Guide to Living a Beautiful Life
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San Pedro OCR Concludes with Champions Crowned on LA 2028 Olympic Waters

San Pedro OCR Concludes with Champions Crowned on LA 2028 Olympic Waters

San Pedro OCR Concludes with Champions Crowned on LA 2028 Olympic Waters
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Dangerously High Temperatures Persist Across Georgia

Dangerously High Temperatures Persist Across Georgia

Georgia is experiencing dangerously high temperatures this week as the summer heat intensifies across the state. According to CBS News Atlanta, the Peach State is enduring scorching conditions, with the possibility of rain and thunderstorms in the afternoons. These weather patterns are contributing to a challenging environment for residents, as the combination of heat and humidity increases the risk of heat-related illnesses. The ongoing heatwave highlights the importance of staying hydrated and taking necessary precautions to avoid heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
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Severe Storms and Tornado Warning Issued for Chicago

Severe Storms and Tornado Warning Issued for Chicago

Chicago is experiencing hazardous weather conditions as severe storms move through the area. A tornado warning is in effect until 11:15 a.m. CDT on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The storms are capable of producing destructive winds exceeding 75 mph (120 km/h), torrential rainfall, and potential flooding. At 10:30 a.m., warning sirens were heard across Chicago neighborhoods. Trained weather spotters and radar indicated a possible tornado in Flossmoor, with winds measured at over 120 mph (193 km/h). This storm season has already been record-breaking, with nearly 200 tornadoes reported in Illinois so far this year. Rain and storms are expected to persist over the next five days.