Shoplifting suspect pulls gun on officer inside Walmart store.
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An alleged shoplifter in Canton, Ohio, has been charged with attempted murder after pulling a gun on a police officer during a confrontation at a Walmart store.
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WATCH: Shoplifting suspect pulls gun on officerabcnews.go.com
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WATCH: Alleged shoplifter pulls gun on officer inside Walmart storeabcnews.go.com
DOJ accused of illegal redactions in Epstein files, restores Trump photo. 13 photos removed from website, redactions denied as political.
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Senate Democrats are planning investigations following the release of heavily redacted documents related to Jeffrey Epstein by the Department of Justice. The DOJ temporarily removed a photo of President Trump from the latest release, citing concerns for victim protection, before reposting it after review. The image containing photographs of both President Trump and Epstein was reuploaded to the DOJ's dedicated site for the Epstein files release. The removal and subsequent reposting of the image raised questions as it disappeared without explanation or notice. President Trump's former defense attorney, Blanche, stated that the Justice Department is redacting information to protect victims' identities and comply with court orders.
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Schumer accuses DOJ of breaking the law over redacted Epstein fileswww.foxnews.com
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DOJ restores image that includes photo of Trump to Epstein files sitewww.washingtonexaminer.com
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At least 13 photos removed from justice department Epstein files websitewww.bbc.com
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Trump’s No. 2 at DOJ emphatic Epstein file redactions ‘absolutely, positively not’ made for political reasonsnypost.com
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Jeffries: DOJ release of Epstein files 'falls short of what the law requires'abcnews.go.com
Russian general killed in Moscow car bombing, third senior military leader killed this year.
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Russian Lt. General Fanil Sarvarov was killed in a car bombing in Moscow on Monday morning. Investigators suspect Ukrainian intelligence may be involved in the attack, which is seen as the latest targeted assassination of senior military officials in Russia.
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Russian general killed by car bomb, third senior military leader killed this yearwww.foxnews.com
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Moscow car bomb kills Russian general, investigators sayabcnews.go.com
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Russian General Is Killed in a Car Bombing in Moscowwww.nytimes.com
Trump appoints special envoy to Greenland, angering Denmark. Louisiana governor Jeff Landry chosen for the role. Denmark protests the decision.
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President Trump has appointed Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as the special envoy to Greenland, a move that has sparked outrage from officials in Greenland and Denmark due to Trump's expressed interest in acquiring the territory. Trump made the announcement on Truth Social, declaring his decision to tap Gov. Landry for the position.
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Angering Denmark, Trump Appoints Special Envoy to Greenlandwww.nytimes.com
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Denmark protests after Trump taps Louisiana governor as special Greenland envoynypost.com
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Trump taps Republican governor to serve as special envoy to Greenlandwww.foxnews.com
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Trump taps Jeff Landry as Greenland special envoywww.washingtonexaminer.com
Despite mixed reviews, "Avatar: Fire and Ash" leads the US box office with an $88 million opening, falling short of expectations.
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"Avatar: Fire and Ash," the third installment in James Cameron's sci-fi fantasy franchise, earned $88 million during its domestic debut weekend, falling short of analysts' expectations and trailing behind its predecessor's opening weekend earnings."
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Avatar: Fire and Ash tops US box office despite middling reviewswww.bbc.com
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‘Avatar’ Sequel Is Neither Fire Nor Ash at North American Box Officewww.nytimes.com
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Disney's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' disappoints with weak $88 million domestic openingwww.cnbc.com
DOJ releases more Epstein files, while NPR analysis reveals a surge in 'no-shows' in immigration court.
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The Department of Justice has released additional files on Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. NPR has reported an increase in the number of immigrants without legal status who are not attending their mandatory immigration court hearings, leading to a higher rate of immediate deportations by the government.
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DOJ releases more Epstein files. And, immigration court 'no-shows' surged, NPR findswww.npr.org
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NPR analysis shows skyrocketing number of 'no-shows' in immigration courtwww.npr.org
Vance discusses 'America First' movement, rejects purity tests, and criticizes conservatives for cancel culture at Turning Point USA convention.
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Vice President JD Vance addressed controversies at the Turning Point conference, emphasizing patriotism as a key value for the conservative movement. He called for a big-tent coalition at the AmericaFest event, highlighting the importance of rejecting purity tests and welcoming diverse perspectives. Vance indirectly referenced divisions within the MAGA movement, criticizing conservative figures for publicly denouncing others.
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Vance explains what the 'America First' movement means and more top headlineswww.foxnews.com
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Vance refuses to set red lines over bigotry at Turning Point USA's conventionwww.npr.org
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At Turning Point Fest, Vance Refuses to Take Sides in Fight Over Bigotrywww.nytimes.com
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JD Vance wades into MAGA civil war, criticizes conservatives for ‘canceling each other’nypost.com
Former Trump allies are now opposing him in his second term. MTG advises her successor not to blindly support the White House and GOP.
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President Donald Trump ended the year in disagreement with former allies, including Marjorie Taylor Greene, a former staunch supporter who is now leaving Congress and criticizing Trump. Greene, an outgoing representative from Georgia, took a veiled swipe at Trump and Republican leadership, emphasizing the importance of representing the people. She is resigning on Jan. 5, 2026, with a special election to follow.
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Trump allies-turned-enemies who continue to fight him in second termwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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MTG tells her successor not to ‘bow in loyalty’ to White House and GOPwww.washingtonexaminer.com
US lawmakers threaten legal action against Pam Bondi for withholding Epstein files, including contempt and inherent contempt to force release.
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A Republican and a Democrat are criticizing the Justice Department for not meeting legal obligations in the release of documents related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Department of Justice is defending its actions, stating that they are still reviewing the documents to protect victims. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) is pushing for full transparency and compliance with the release of the Epstein files, suggesting inherent contempt as a way to enforce it. The Department of Justice has started unveiling the Epstein files in line with the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
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US lawmakers threaten legal action against Pam Bondi over unreleased Epstein materialwww.bbc.com
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Lawmakers threaten Attorney General Bondi with contempt over incomplete Epstein fileswww.npr.org
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Massie threatens to bring inherent contempt against Bondi to force full Epstein files releasewww.washingtonexaminer.com
Summary: OMNY is replacing MetroCard for NYC transit, offering tap-and-go convenience. Farewell to the MetroCard system.
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The MetroCard will be retired by the end of 2025, making the OMNY system the primary payment method for most transit riders. The MetroCard, which was once considered cutting-edge technology, is now being phased out after thirty years.
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What to Know About OMNY, MetroCard’s Tap-and-Go Successorwww.nytimes.com
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Goodbye (and Good Riddance?) to the MetroCardwww.nytimes.com
Washington State grapples with climate change impacts post-storms, affecting holiday season recovery efforts in the 'Christmas Capital.'
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The recent heavy rainfall in Leavenworth, Wash., caused by an "atmospheric river," has significantly impacted local businesses and attractions in the area, including a reindeer farm, nutcracker museum, and holiday light displays. The extreme weather events have highlighted the growing uncertainty brought by climate change.
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Washington State Faces Climate Change Reality After Stormswww.nytimes.com
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The ‘Christmas Capital’ Fights to Recover After Storms Devastate Peak Seasonwww.wsj.com
US Coast Guard pursues third oil tanker linked to Venezuela to enforce sanctions.
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A Venezuela-bound vessel evaded the U.S. Coast Guard's attempt to seize it, part of the increasing pressure campaign against the Maduro government. President Trump recently ordered a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela. The Coast Guard also seized another oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela. These actions indicate a crackdown on vessels evading sanctions.
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What We Know About U.S. Interceptions of Oil Tankers in Venezuelawww.nytimes.com
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US reportedly pursuing third oil tanker linked to Venezuelawww.bbc.com
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US Coast Guard actively pursuing another sanctioned vessel: Officialabcnews.go.com
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US Coast Guard pursues third 'dark fleet' oil tanker as Trump targets Venezuelan sanctions evasion networkwww.foxnews.com
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U.S. forces stop a 2nd merchant vessel off Venezuela coast, officials saywww.npr.org
Terror suspects at Bondi Beach condemned Zionists, used pipe bombs in attack. Australia mourns victims. Israel warns of escalating threats.
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Court documents have revealed the movements and motivation of Sajid and Naveed Akram leading up to an attack, which fortunately did not result in detonation. The two men were found training with firearms in a video. Israeli official Amichai Chikli criticized Australian authorities for overlooking rising antisemitism and extremist rhetoric prior to the Bondi Beach Hanukkah attack, instead focusing on gun laws. Following the attack that left 15 people dead at a Hanukkah celebration, political divisions and anti-immigration rhetoric are surfacing in Australia. Mossad Director David Barnea has stated that Israel will pursue the attackers and their backers, cautioning against global plots by Iran and ISIS targeting Jews.
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Bondi Beach Terror Suspects Condemned ‘Zionists’ and Amassed an Arsenalwww.wsj.com
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Bondi Beach Shooting Suspects Also Used Pipe Bombs in Attack, Police Saywww.nytimes.com
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Israeli diaspora minister says Australia should have seen 'writing on the wall' before terror attackwww.foxnews.com
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Opinion: Remembering the lives lost to a senseless act of terrorwww.npr.org
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Seven men arrested near Bondi Beach as Australian police foil suspected terrorist attackwww.washingtonexaminer.com
Colorado governor criticizes Trump for denying disaster relief funds for wildfires and flooding, plans to appeal FEMA's decision.
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Colorado Governor Jared Polis criticized President Trump for denying disaster relief funds for wildfires and flooding in the state. Polis announced that Colorado will appeal the decision made by the Trump administration to not provide assistance for the Elk and Lee fires and flooding that occurred earlier in the year.
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Colorado governor accuses Trump of playing 'political games' after FEMA denies disaster requestswww.foxnews.com
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Colorado to appeal Trump’s ‘malicious’ denial of disaster relief funds for wildfires and floodingwww.washingtonexaminer.com
Nicki Minaj praises Trump and JD Vance at TPUSA event. Vance rallies conservatives at Turning Point USA convention. Rand Paul rejects Vance's 2028 endorsement.
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Nicki Minaj praised President Donald Trump and JD Vance at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest conference, highlighting Trump's ability to inspire hope to "beat the bad guys." JD Vance, who closed out the event, emphasized themes of Christianity and the "America First" movement. Meanwhile, Sen. Rand Paul did not endorse Vance for a potential 2028 presidential bid, preferring a GOP representative who supports international trade, a free market, and low taxes. Vance has not confirmed his candidacy but is the subject of much speculation.
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Nicki Minaj praises Trump, JD Vance at TPUSA event, says she has 'utmost respect' for themwww.foxnews.com
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Vance rallies conservatives, honors Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA conventionabcnews.go.com
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Nicki Minaj takes stage with Erika Kirk, praises Trump and mocks Newsomwww.latimes.com
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Rand Paul spurns Vance 2028 endorsement in favor of ‘conservative, free market’ candidatewww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Nicki Minaj makes surprise appearance with Erika Kirk at TPUSA’s America Fest — urges young men to be more like Trumpnypost.com
US Catholic bishops president expresses concern over widespread fear caused by deportations. Immigration crackdown divides Baptists.
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Archbishop Paul Coakley has criticized President Donald Trump's mass deportations, stating that they are spreading fear and uncertainty in immigrant communities. However, there is an increasing level of support for the Trump administration's efforts to deport illegal immigrants.
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US Catholic bishops president says deportations instilling 'fear' in 'widespread manner': 'Concerns us all'www.foxnews.com
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Immigration Crackdown Creates Fault Lines Among Baptistswww.nytimes.com
CBS News chief Bari Weiss pulls '60 Minutes' story on migrant inmates from El Salvador's CECOT prison, sparking outcry. '60 Minutes' postpones segment.
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CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss made the decision to pull a 60 Minutes segment that focused on allegations of abuses at an El Salvador detention center where the Trump administration had sent hundreds of Venezuelan migrants. The segment, which was scheduled to air on "60 Minutes," was delayed just hours before its broadcast.
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CBS News chief Bari Weiss pulls '60 Minutes' story, sparking outcrywww.npr.org
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'60 Minutes' postpones segment on migrant inmates from El Salvador's CECOT prisonwww.foxnews.com
Mike Johnson warns of potential Trump impeachment if Democrats win in 2026.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is encouraging AmericaFest attendees to support President Donald Trump's agenda in 2026, warning of potential consequences if the Democratic Party regains control of Congress after the midterm elections. Republicans are aiming to retain their majority in the House and Senate to continue advancing Trump's agenda. Johnson emphasized the importance of ongoing support for Trump's initiatives.
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Mike Johnson warns of another Trump impeachment if Democrats win out in 2026www.washingtonexaminer.com
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Mike Johnson warns of another Trump impeachment if Democrats win out in 2026www.washingtonexaminer.com
Former classmate describes suspect in Brown, MIT killings as socially awkward and angry. Lack of security blamed on spending priorities.
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Shocking details have been revealed about the suspect in the Brown University shooting and the killing of an MIT professor. A former friend spoke about the suspect's troubling behavior. Additionally, a former student claims that Brown University failed to prevent a campus murder due to outdated security systems, which were exposed as part of administrative waste.
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Former classmate says suspect in Brown, MIT killings was ‘socially awkward’ and ‘angry’ during college yearswww.foxnews.com
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Former Brown University student and friend to Ella Cook blames 'spending priorities' for lack of securitywww.foxnews.com
Actor James Ransone, known for 'The Wire' and 'It: Chapter Two,' dies at 46.
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James Ransone, best known for his role as Ziggy Sobotka in "The Wire" and later starring in horror films like "It Chapter Two," has passed away at the age of 46, as reported by Fox News Digital. Ransone, a Baltimore native, had a successful acting career and was beloved for his portrayal of Ziggy Sobotka.
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James Ransone, star of 'The Wire' and 'It: Chapter Two,' dies at 46www.latimes.com
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James Ransone, Actor Known for ‘The Wire,’ Dies at 46www.nytimes.com
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'The Wire' star James Ransone dead at 46www.foxnews.com
Russia and Ukraine hold talks in Florida, with some progress reported by Trump's team. Finnish president sees peace deal closer.
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Middle East special envoy Steve Witkoff reassured key partners in the Ukraine peace talks that Russia is committed to peace, despite some dissatisfaction with President Trump's proposal. Negotiating teams from the US, Russia, Ukraine, and Europe met in Miami for talks. The Kremlin expressed concerns about recent US proposals. Talks over the weekend were described as productive and focused on aligning positions. Progress was reported in the Ukraine peace talks in Florida, with Finland's president noting that negotiations are closer to success, crediting President Trump's envoys for their efforts.
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Witkoff maintains Russia ‘fully committed’ to peace talks as Kremlin signals otherwisewww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Russia Dismisses Reports of Progress in Ukraine Peace Talkswww.nytimes.com
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Steve Witkoff hails latest talks with Ukraine, EU officials in Florida as ‘productive and constructive’nypost.com
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Trump's team reports concrete progress in Ukraine peace negotiations with European partnerswww.foxnews.com
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Russia says talks on US peace plan for Ukraine 'are proceeding constructively'www.npr.org
China maintains benchmark lending rates for the seventh consecutive month despite economic weakness. Asia-Pacific markets anticipate gains before China's key rate decision.
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The People's Bank of China has maintained its 1-year and 5-year loan prime rates at 3% and 3.5% for the seventh consecutive meeting. This decision is expected to positively impact Asia-Pacific markets, with investors eagerly awaiting the benchmark lending rate announcements from China.
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China keeps benchmark lending rates steady for a seventh straight month despite weak economic datawww.cnbc.com
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Asia-Pacific markets poised for gains ahead of China's key lending rate decisionwww.cnbc.com
Waymo suspends service in San Francisco due to power outage affecting over 20,000 people. Efforts to restore power ongoing. Trains disrupted.
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A massive power outage in San Francisco left 130,000 people without electricity, causing self-driving cars to come to a halt at intersections due to knocked out traffic signals. Most affected customers have had their power restored, but 21,000 are still without power in certain areas. The outage also disrupted public transportation, and PG&E is working to resolve the issue. No accidents or injuries were reported due to the outage.
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Waymo Suspended Service in San Francisco After Problems During Power Outagewww.nytimes.com
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Efforts ongoing to restore power to San Francisco areas following outageabcnews.go.com
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More than 20,000 still without power after massive San Francisco blackoutwww.latimes.com
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San Francisco power outage puts 130,000 in the dark, as self-driving car service stops vehicles in the streetwww.foxnews.com