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Crime, National News

New Clues In ATM Bombings

Florida investigators are searching for suspects recently seen vandalizing bank security cameras, saying they could be linked to recent explosions targeting ATMs. WFLA's Ryan Hughes reports.
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TAMPA BAY, Fla. (NBC News) — Investigators are working to determine whether or not incidents of criminal mischief at ATMs in Hillsborough County, Florida could be connected to recent ATM explosions in the Tampa Bay area. There have been three explosions at ATMs in Tampa Bay within the past few months. The first happened at a BB&T bank in Oldsmar…
Crime, National News

Bizarre Break-In: Stripping Stalker Arrested

Florida man breaks into home and begins taking his clothes off after chance encounter leads him to home of a woman he'd previously harassed online. WESH's Kelsi Thorud reports.
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MOUNT DORA, Fla. (NBC News) — An accused stalker was arrested Friday after authorities said he broke into a Florida family’s home and stripped off his clothing. In a 911 call to authorities, a woman told operators she needed police at her Mount Dora home. It was the moment authorities said 24-year-old Deron Randall Jr. broke in. “I heard the door…
Crime, National News

Walmart Bomb Maker Busted

Police say Florida woman crafted a bomb using a glass jar, nails and other items pulled from the shelves of a Tampa Walmart, then tried to light the shoelace fuse, all with her child by her side. WFLA's Melanie Michael reports.
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TAMPA, Fla. (NBC News) — A Tampa, Florida woman appeared before a judge Monday after she was arrested for allegedly making a bomb inside of a Walmart. Emily Stallard, 37, reportedly crafted the homemade bomb in front of a child at the Walmart on East Fletcher Avenue. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said a security guard noticed the Stallard wandering…
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Two Guilty In Multi-Million Dollar Book Thefts

Pittsburgh men convicted of stealing $8-million in rare books from Carnegie Library over a 20 year period. WPXI's Aaron Martin reports.
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PITTSBURGH, Pa. (NBC News) — Two men have pleaded guilty to a multi-million dollar theft of rare books and items from Pittsburgh’s Carnegie Library. Former Chief Archivist for the Oliver Room, Greg Piore, and Caliban book shop owner, John Schulman, were in court on Monday where they pleaded to reduced charges in the case that prosecutors said spanned more than…
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On The Brink Of Collapse: Storm Erosion Threatens Lake Huron Homes

At least three Lexington, Michigan homes are in danger of collapsing into Lake Huron after weekend storms took a heavy toll on the shoreline. WDIV's Paula Tutman reports.
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LEXINGTON, Mich. (NBC News) — Creeping erosion is just feet away from three homes in Lexington, Michigan, on the shore of Lake Huron. One now sits just inches from the collapsing bluff. Weekend storms created heavy waves on the lake, which took a heavy toll on the shore. Gary Smith just moved into his home after eight months of renovations….
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No Ladders Needed: World’s Tallest Firefighter

At 7-feet tall, Brandon Berridge may be the tallest firefighter in the world. WSMV's Terry Bulger reports.
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TULLAHOMA, Tenn. (WSMV/NBC News) — Representatives with the Guinness Book of World Records recently visited Tullahoma, Tennessee and brought a measuring stick with them. Tullahoma firefighter Brandon Berridge could break a world record. Berridge stands 7-feet tall, which could make him the tallest firefighter in the world. “He goes by ‘Shorty.’ If he hears ‘Shorty,’ he comes running,” one of…
Entertainment

“This Is Us” Returns

Hit family drama "This Is Us" returns tonight after a fall finale cliffhanger. NBC's Mark Barger has a sneak peek.
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(NBC News) — “This Is Us” returns tonight after the fall finale left a number of plot lines dangling. When last we saw Kate and Toby, storm clouds were gathering. Things got worse when Kate accidentally found a text from one of Toby’s female CrossFit pals. “Well, now, we’re going to find out what’s really going on,” says star Chrissy…
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Pensacola Shooting “An Act Of Terrorism”

US Attorney General William Barr says shooter's deadly attack was politically motivated; 21 other Saudi military members ordered to leave U.S. because of evidence uncovered in investigation, but unrelated to shooting. NBC's Dan Scheneman reports.
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(NBC News) — More than 20 military cadets from Saudi Arabia will have to leave the United States after investigators uncovered disturbing material linked to the students. The information was discovered while investigators looked into a Saudi military student who opened fire at Pensacola Naval Air Station last December, killing three sailors before he was killed. “17 had social media…
National News, Politics

Impeachment Moves Forward

The impeachment of President Trump is expected to move from the House to the Senate this week. NBC's Alice Barr reports.
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WASHINGTON (NBC News) — After a three week impasse, the impeachment of President Trump is moving forward this week. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is expected to release the articles of impeachment to the Senate, triggering the start of a trial. The president, meanwhile, is pushing to dismiss the articles outright, tweeting a trial “gives the partisan Democrat witch hunt credibility…
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“Joker” Leads Oscar Pack

Supervillain origin story picks up 11 Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture. NBC's Mark Barger reports.
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(NBC News) — The nominations are in for the 92nd Academy Awards. “Joker” is the front runner, with 11 overall nominations, including: Best Picture, Best Director for Todd Phillips and Best Actor for Golden Globe winner Joaquin Phoenix. The World War I epic “1917,” which won the weekend box office and the Golden Globe for Best Drama, grabbed 10 nominations….

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