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In Georgia, wariness and compassion as residents debate accepting refugeesGeorgia's governor was one of more than 30 this week who called for a halt to accepting Syrian refugees. Gov. Nathan Deal's executive order also called for reopening investigations into already settled refugees' backgrounds.
First LookHoliday surprise: Woman donates entire toy store to New York's homeless kidsA New York philanthropist bought and donated the contents of a West End toy store. Thousands of toys, stuffed animals, and school supplies were given to children in time for the Holidays.
First LookHomelessness ticks downward across US, despite local crisesHundreds of thousands are still homeless in the US, despite federal, state, and local programs. Lack of affordable housing and declining wages may be the driving force.
Amid anti-Muslim backlash in US, a call for compassionFollowing the attacks in Paris, anti-Islamic sentiment has surged in the US. But some are pushing a message of compassion and courage.
First LookWho is, and isn't, taking a stand against Black Friday creepWhile Amazon is jockeying for position on customers鈥� iPhones and in their mailboxes, others are reading the market differently 鈥� and taking a step back.
Ten travel tips for navigating Thanksgiving stormsHow to get home for Thanksgiving dinner a little faster, despite the weather woes born by El Ni帽o.
Obama to award Medal of Freedom to Steven Spielberg, Stephen SondheimThis year's recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom 'enriched our lives and helped define our shared experience as Americans,' the president said.
First LookEl Ni帽o-fueled blizzard cancels hundreds of flights in DenverSkiers rejoice, but Denver travelers are grumbling 鈥斅爋r stuck at home 鈥斅燼s a storm dumps up to 20 inches of snow. Meteorologists say it's just the first taste of a record-setting El Ni帽o.聽
Google is ready for self-driving cars, but is the DMV?Google laments that the absence of DMV regulations is preventing the tech giant's fully autonomous vehicles from hitting California's roads.
First LookParis attacks: How can you help?Local fundraisers and online efforts are forming to support the victims' families and survivors of Friday night's attacks in France.聽
Is Minneapolis having a Ferguson moment?A young black man was shot Sunday morning. A state investigation has been launched, but details surrounding the incident remain undisclosed by the police.聽
Are the Seattle Seahawks finally back to winning form?Two NFC West powerhouses clash Sunday as the division-leading Arizona Cardinals travel to the home of the Twelfth Man to face Russell Wilson and the Seattle Seahawks.聽
Mormon 'mass resignation' over LGBT rules: Big deal for the church?A group of Mormons officially resigned from their church en masse Saturday to protest policies toward gay members.聽
College football TV schedule: Clemson still top cat, Baylor-Okla. top gameThe Tigers are in the driver's seat again this week in the CFP poll. Meanwhile, some are calling the Bears-Sooners contest a Big 12 elimination game.
Sexting scandals: how to protect kids from risky behavior 鈥� and legal falloutRecent school scandals signal risk of severe legal outcomes, as teens may have to register as sex offenders after sending聽sexually explicit photos, videos, and texts to one another.
First LookUnpaid parking ticket? Pay with food instead of cashFor the second year in a row, Lexington, Kentucky, is accepting food bank donations as payment for parking tickets. Other cities have adopted similar programs.
First LookFugitive emu in Delaware prompts school lockdownsAn emu has been eluding capture for 66 days in Delaware, prompting two elementary school lockdowns. How do you catch an emu?聽
First LookWhat's the 'Witch of November' doing in the Midwest?Blizzard conditions, tornadoes, and heavy rain were spawned by cold and warm weather systems clashing in the Midwest. Bringing back memories of the 1975 'Witch of November.'
First LookTwenty aircraft hit with lasers overnight. What's the FBI doing?In the past 24 hours, 20 aircraft were hit by laser beams as they flew over the US, the FAA reported. The pilots of three planes near Dallas reported being hit by laser beams on Wednesday evening.聽
First LookRising obesity rates in the US: What鈥檚 working and what鈥檚 not?Despite federal initiatives to fight US obesity, rates continue to rise - especially among black and Hispanic women, says a new study.