Leigh Goessl
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Joined on Sep 10, 2011
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Connecticut is the most recent state in the U.S. seeking to require companies producing foods made with genetically modified organisms to carry labels. This week the state Senate approved a bill that would pass such a law. The House had other ideas.
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Burgos -
A group of archaeologists in Mexico found close to 5,000 ancient cave paintings in an unexpected location. The paintings were discovered in the north-eastern city of Burgos.
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Central Valley -
Police in one of the counties north of New York City are asking for the public's help in identifying human remains that were found approximately a month ago near a popular shopping outlet mall.
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Centreville -
Electric and hybrid cars have been explored as an alternative to gas-fueled cars, but they haven't really become a viable option to date. However, is this going to change? eVgo stands, which are electrical charging stations, are cropping up in the U.S.
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Washington -
A sinkhole opened up on an intersection in downtown Washington, D.C. on Tuesday. The streets around the sinkhole were closed and this caused problems during rush hour.
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Manassas -
The Stone House in Manassas, Virginia stands on the fields where two major Civil War battles took place. Today the property is open to the public.
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A team of scientists say they have discovered the exact areas in the brain that take over when a brain injury occurs. These findings may lead to new treatments for several health issues.
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Los Angeles -
Two videos of Major League Baseball pitchers playing catch with young fans in the stands have gone viral. The videos were both taken at this week's series between the Dodgers and the Nationals.
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Puebla -
Mexico's Popocatépetl volcano has been making much noise over the past few weeks. After noting increased activity, Mexican authorities raised the region's alert level to a yellow phase 3. Media reports speak of possible evacuation.
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Several hikers, including a 6-year-old boy, suffered hundreds of bee stings on an Arizona hiking trail. According to local officials, three people were hospitalized.
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Clifton -
Authorities shut down several blocks surrounding a Northern New Jersey store while they detonated a suspected explosive device found in some second hand merchandise. In the end, it was believed the device was a movie prop.
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Whole Foods Market reported its financial results for its second quarter. The company said sales and profits have been increasing this year.
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Puebla -
The Popocatépetl volcano is spewing ash after a series of ongoing eruptions. Reportedly, several cities are covered in ash in the Mexico state of Puebla.
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A new mother in the United Kingdom recently gave birth to two sets of identical twins. The four babies were born on March 30, 2013.
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Washington -
At a time where many feel some freedoms are being eroded in American society, First Amendment rights are still valued. This is evident in Washington, D.C., as at any given time, numerous people can be observed expressing themselves on a variety of issues.
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Haymarket -
Burnside Farms, of Haymarket, Virginia is currently holding its tulip festival. On Saturday, many families came out to enjoy the scenery and pick some flowers to take home.
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New York -
Today One World Trade Center is about to reach a new milestone. As the final pieces of the building's spire are hoisted, it will make the new building the tallest one in the Western Hemisphere.
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Lorton -
On Saturday, Fairfax County held its SpringFest 2013. The annual event celebrates Earth Day, Arbor Day, and a cleaner environment.
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Washington -
Popular daily deals website LivingSocial announced a massive cyberattack on its database. It is estimated 50 million customers across the globe are affected.
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Disney has announced that for the second year in a row it will open for one day and one night for 24 hours. The promotion is to kick off summer and also promote its soon-to-be-released "Monsters University!" film.
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