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Barrett Refuses To Recuse From Election Disputes
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Barrett Refuses To Recuse From Election Disputes

The confirmation hearing of Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett moved into a new phase Tuesday, with Judge Barrett facing direct questions from lawmakers. NBC's Susan McGinnis reports.
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WASHINGTON (NBC News) — The confirmation hearing of Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett moved into a new phase Tuesday, with Judge Barrett facing direct questions from lawmakers. The former clerk for the late Justice Antonin Scalia asserted herself early on, telling the panel “If I’m confirmed you would not be getting Justice Scalia, you would be getting Justice Barrett.”…

Coronavirus & Skin: New Study Reinforces Importance Of Handwashing
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Coronavirus & Skin: New Study Reinforces Importance Of Handwashing

Japanese researchers deterimine SARS-CoV-2 virus can survive on human skin for nine hours. WDIV's Dr. Frank McGeorge reports.
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(NBC News) — Recently, there has been a lot of focus on how COVID-19 is spread through the air via droplets and aerosols, but now a new study is reemphasizing the continued importance of handwashing. Toward the beginning of the pandemic, a study showed that the SARS-Cov-2 virus can survive on cardboard for as long as 24 hours and on…

"invisible" Art Brings Rainy Day Smiles
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“Invisible” Art Brings Rainy Day Smiles

The sidewalks of Eau Claire, Wisconsin now hide secret messages that only reveal themselves when wet. WEAU's Jonathan Fortier reports.
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EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. (WEAU/NBC News) — The streets of Eau Claire, Wisconsin are proving that art and nature can go hand-in-hand. A recent project by the Eau Claire Rotary Club has placed “invisible” messages on the sidewalks that reveal themselves when it rains. With their normal fundraising events canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Rotary Club treasurer Tom Giles says…

Decision 2020: Three Weeks To Go
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Decision 2020: Three Weeks To Go

With just three weeks until election day, President Trump is back on the campaign trail following his treatment for COVID-19...and facing harsh criticism from Democratic rival Joe Biden. NBC's Tracie Potts reports.
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WASHINGTON (NBC News) — President Trump returned to the campaign trail Monday for the first time since his COVID-19 hospitalization. Appearing before a largely mask-less crowd in Florida, Mr. Trump told supporters his doctors have declared him immune to the virus. “I feel so powerful. I will walk into that audience. I will walk in there I will kiss everyone…

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(NBC News) — “Love and Monsters” leads this week’s new video releases. NBC’s Raphael Seth has more.

Amy Coney Barrett Makes Her Case
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Amy Coney Barrett Makes Her Case

Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett made her case Monday on why she should fill the seat once held by the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. NBC's Susan McGinnis reports.
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WASHINGTON (NBC News) — Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett made her case Monday on why she should fill the seat once held by the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. President Trump’s third Supreme Court nominee said she plans to stick to the words of the Constitution. “The courts are not designed to solve every problem, or right every wrong…

Coffee Shop Receives Outpouring Of Support Following Arson Attack
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Coffee Shop Receives Outpouring Of Support Following Arson Attack

Black-owned Black Coffee Northwest in Shoreline, Washington was set to open earlier this month but had to postpone after they were hit by an arsonist. KING's Sebastian Robertson reports.
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SHORELINE, Wash. (NBC News) — Black Coffee Northwest in Shoreline, Washington was set to open earlier this month but had to postpone after they were hit by an arsonist. On Saturday, the news of their soft opening had spread and lines of cars stretched around the block. “As crazy as the world is right now this is just a breath…

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Coronavirus Closes Oklahoma Police Department

The entire Chelsea, Oklahoma police force is quarantining after their chief tested positive for COVID-19. KJRH's Brady Halbleib reports.
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(KJRH/NBC News) — Oklahoma’s Chelsea Police Department has shut down operations after the police chief tested positive for COVID-19. All of the department’s personnel are now in quarantine. The Rogers County Sheriff’s Office has assumed law enforcement duties in Chelsea until the situation is resolved, and other surrounding agencies will also lend their help. The Chelsea Police Department consists of…

Halloween Treats: Crowning A Favorite
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Halloween Treats: Crowning A Favorite

Reese's Peanut Butter Cups came out on top in a recent survey of favorite Halloween candy, and experts say candy sales are up across the board. NBC's Dan Scheneman reports.
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(NBC News)  — Halloween is definitely about the treats, a day where kids of all ages are focused on bingeing “spooktacular” amounts of sugar. It’s no surprise that there are favorites among the haul. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups top the list year after year followed up by classic chocolate bars, M&M’s and gummies. Research shows consumers prefer smooth and creamy…

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