A.J. O'Leary 
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Virginia is catching a short break from the bitter chill that gripped the state earlier this week — but the relief won’t last
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Dana Williamson, former chief of staff to California Governor Gavin Newsom, was arrested Wednesday and charged with multiple federal crimes for allegedly orchestrating
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Proposal Could Mean an Additional $200 for Social Security Recipients
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