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Entertainment

“Watchmen” Dominates Emmy Nominations

The HBO series took home 26 nominations, including Best Limited Series. NBC's Mark Barger has more.
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(NBC News) — A superhero saga that tackles real world racism led the way at the Emmy award nominations. HBO’s “Watchmen” earned 26 nominations overall including Best Limited Series and acting bids for Regina King and Jeremy Irons. Disney+ also scored with its Star Wars spinoff “The Mandalorian” taking one of the eight nominations for Best Drama. Its rivals include…

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National News

USDA Investigates “Mystery Seeds” Arriving From China

The U.S. Department of Agriculture and agencies in dozens of states are investigating mysterious shipments of seeds arriving in mailboxes...without being ordered by the people receiving them. KARE's Kent Erdahl reports.
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(KARE/NBC News) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investigating unsolicited packages of mystery seeds arriving in mailboxes across the country. The seeds appear to be coming from China. According to photos provided by Minnesota Department of Agriculture, the small packages can sometimes have a postmark from China, and appear to list a piece of small jewelry in its contents,…

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National News

California Wildfire Forces Evacuations

Residents living in the path of the "Caldwell" fire burning in Modoc County have been told to leave their homes. KNVN's Ana Torrea reports.
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(KNVN/NBC News) — Mandatory evacuations have been ordered for residents living in the path of the “Caldwell” wildfire burning in Modoc County, California. The fire had consumed more than 60,000 acres as of Monday night, and remains at zero percent containment. The National Forest Service says nearby thunderstorms caused strong gusty winds, which helped the fire spread rapidly. Hot and…

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Coronavirus, National News

Nevada Brothels Eye Reopening

Shut down due to the coronavirus, Nevada's legal brothels are now looking at increased safety measures that will allow them to reopen their doors. KRNV's Kim Burrows reports.
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(KRNV/NBC News) — Nevada’s legal brothels are looking at increased safety measures as they prepare to reopen after being shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The world-famous Mustang Ranch closed its doors March 15th, along with many businesses across the state. Months later, Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak allowed others to reopen that have close contact with customers, like nail…

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National News

Maine Mother Killed In Apparent Shark Attack

Witnesses say shark attacked woman as she was swimming with daughter. If confirmed, it will be Maine's first fatal shark attack on record. WCSH's Hannah Dineen reports.
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(WCSH/NBC News) — The Maine Marine Patrol is investigating the death of a woman Monday afternoon near Bailey Island. Witnesses at the scene said the woman was swimming off the shore when she was injured in what appeared to be a shark attack. Kayakers helped transport the woman and her daughter back to shore, where they were met by members…

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National News

Happy Homecoming: Soldier Meets Daughter For The First Time

National Guard Specialist Conner Smith was serving in Kuwait when his daughter was born six months ago. WMBF's Zach Wilcox reports.
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(NBC News) — A soldier received a warm welcome home Friday afternoon at Myrtle Beach International Airport, but there was one particular person he really wanted to see. National Guard Specialist Conner Smith got to meet his newborn daughter for the very first time. For the past 9 months, Smith has been holding the steering wheel of a tank in…

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Coronavirus, National News

Republican Relief Plan Faces Scrutiny

The "HEALS" Act cuts unemployment benefits and includes millions for non-coronavirus items, including a new FBI headquarters. NBC's Tracie Potts reports.
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(NBC News) — A new coronavirus relief plan presented by Republicans Monday is facing scrutiny. The “HEALS” Act would drop the unemployment bonus from $600 to $200 dollars a week. It provides $1200 payments to Americans and billions for testing, schools, rental assistance and back-to-work grants. There’s also $6 billion to distribute a coronavirus vaccine, although all vaccine candidates are…

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Entertainment

Video View

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(NBC News) — Beyonce’s visual album “Black Is King” leads this week’s new video releases. NBC’s Raphael Seth has more.

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Coronavirus, National News

Moderna Vaccine Enters Phase Three Trials

Tens of thousands of volunteers will take part in the study, with results being reported as soon as November. NBC's Sarah Dallof reports.
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(NBC News) — Drug maker Moderna and the National Institutes of Health announced Monday they’re starting Phase Three trials for their COVID-19 vaccine candidate. The trial will enroll 30,000 Americans. Half will receive the experimental vaccine, the other half a placebo. After two doses, researchers will track which group develops more infections as they go about their lives. “What obviously…

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Coronavirus, National News

COVID-19 Sidelines Miami Marlins, National Security Adviser

High profile coronavirus infections are putting a new focus on the pandemic. NBC's Chris Pollone reports.
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(NBC News) — As the United States approaches 150,000 deaths from COVID-19, states are wrestling with tough decisions like whether to impose new stay-at-home orders and how to safely reopen schools. The new Major League Baseball season already in turmoil. Two Monday night games were canceled after more than a dozen Miami Marlins players and coaches tested positive. In Washington,…

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