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Homeless man tries to save 15-year-old crash victim from burning vehicle in Washington

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Known as “Jeff the Giant,” Jeff Pangburn is well-known around Oak Harbor. OAK HARBOR, Wash. — Jeff Pangburn has lived on Whidbey Island for 43 years. It’s his home, even if he doesn’t technically have one. “I stay out in the woods,” Pangburn said. “It’s my time with God.” For the past 15 years, Pangburn … Read more

Virginia teacher passes around cotton during a history lesson

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LEESBURG, Va. — A recent incident at Riverside High School in Loudoun County has raised concerns over cultural sensitivity and the treatment of Black students.  The situation unfolded last Thursday during a U.S. history lesson about the invention of the cotton gin and slavery. Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) confirmed Thursday, that during the lesson, … Read more

It’s been 4 years since Texas State student Jason Landry disappeared. His family has not given up the search.

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Four years after Texas State student Jason Landry disappeared while driving home for winter break, his family is still trying to piece together what happened. LULING, Texas — Friday, Dec. 13, marks four years since Texas State student Jason Landry disappeared on his way home for the holidays. His family continues to search for answers … Read more

Heisman Trophy winners by state | Who tops the list?

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The Heisman has been given to the nation’s most outstanding college football player since 1935. NEW YORK — The Heisman Trophy will be awarded to the nation’s most outstanding college football player on Saturday evening in New York City. Oregon’s Dillon Gabriel, Colorado’s Travis Hunter, Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty, and Miami’s Cam Ward were announced … Read more