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Biggest rail union rejects contract, raising possibility of nationwide strike during holidays

Monday, November 21 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The nation's largest rail union on Monday voted down a tentative contract brokered by the White House, raising the possibility of a nationwide strike next month that could cripple the U.S. economy. The SMART Transportation Division, or SMART-TD, which represents about 28,000... Read More.

Betty White memorabilia auction smashes expectations, raising more than $4 million

Monday, September 26 by ABC News

It was never in doubt what an icon the late Betty White was, but in case you needed any more proof, an auction of items from her life and career smashed all expectations. Julien's Auctions says the three-day event raised... Read More.

Elon Musk says Tesla is raising price of ‘Full Self-Driving’ software to $15,000

Monday, August 22 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Tesla is raising the price of its "Full Self Driving" software to $15,000, Elon Musk said in a tweet on Sunday. Tesla is facing scrutiny from federal and state officials over how it has advertised its self-driving technology, as well as concern... Read More.

‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ star MeKai Curtis talks “explosive” second season

Friday, August 12 by ABC News

Power Book III: Raising Kanan returns to Starz with season two on Sunday, and fans are in for one wild ride. After leaving fans with more than a few unanswered questions -- like will Kanan get caught for shooting an officer and is that officer his... Read More.

Trump and allies raising funds off FBI’s raid of Mar-a-Lago

Thursday, August 11 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Former President Donald Trump and his Republican allies are fundraising off Monday's FBI raid of Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate, providing another platform for Trump to capitalize financially on government investigations related to him. Trump's Save America PAC sent out a fundraising email Tuesday... Read More.

Queen of Tarts bakery sells Carrot Cake Cookies in memory of Bernie Pitrone

Friday, July 15 by Louise Bennett

DuBois – The sale of Carrot Cake Cookies in DuBois is raising funds to honor the birthday and memory of Bernie Pitrone, and benefit a cause that was special to him. Through the end of July, Lauren Johnson is selling “The Bernie” cookie at her... Read More.

Clearfield County government employees send message to county leaders

Tuesday, June 28 by Louise Bennett

Clearfield – Some Clearfield County Government employees stayed home from work Monday morning in an attempt to send a message to county leaders about pay and benefits. In a released statement, the workers claimed the current work conditions are "not good." The county commissioners have stated... Read More.

Tommy and Dee Hilfiger share advice on raising kids on the autism spectrum

Wednesday, April 6 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to embrace the differences of people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a developmental disability that impacts roughly one in 44 children in the United States, according to a study from the Centers for Disease... Read More.

Senate passes bill that starts process of raising debt limit

Thursday, December 9 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- On Thursday evening, the Senate passed a bill that will start the process of raising the debt limit with only Democrats' votes. Having gained the necessary support to clear the filibuster earlier Thursday afternoon, the Senate-passes legislation will permit a one-time change to... Read More.

Patina Miller explains why she loves the “challenge” of playing Raquel in ‘Raising Kanan’

Thursday, September 23 by ABC News

Ahead of Sunday's season finale of Raising Kanan, Tony Award winner Patina Miller is explaining why taking on the challenging role of Kanan's mother Raquel has been a godsend for her as an actor. "Raquel is so many different things," Miller tells ABC Audio of the... Read More.

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