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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s first two days in the nation’s capital have been an adventure. The 29-year-old is the youngest Congresswoman ever elected.

The man advanced toward officers before they opened fire, the district attorney told reporters.

Half a century after a notorious prison escape from Alcatraz Island, the FBI has created replicas of decoy heads that inmates used to distract guards from a plan that still captivates researchers and tourists. (Nov. 15)

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Days after he was criticized for canceling a trip to a WWI cemetery in Paris and not visiting Arlington National Cemetery on Veterans Day, President Donald Trump honored the nation’s veterans and touted his administration’s commitment. (Nov. 15)

The Florida man accused of sending pipe bombs to prominent critics of President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges carrying a potential mandatory penalty of life in prison. (Nov. 15)

Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke joined California Gov. Jerry Brown on a visit to Paradise on Wednesday, saying it was the worst fire devastation he had ever seen. (Nov. 15)

As firefighters searched the ruins of Paradise, California for the remains of those lost in a deadly wildfire, AP reporter Gillian Flaccus was there when two bodies were found. The blaze in Northern California destroyed the town of Paradise. (Nov. 15)
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Authorities say a New Jersey couple and a homeless man made up a “feel good” story about the man helping them so they could raise money through an online fundraiser. (Nov. 15)

The Statue of Liberty’s original torch was moved from the base of the statue to its new home in a museum that will open next year. Visitors watched on Thursday as the base and the flame were trucked slowly to the museum construction site. (Nov. 15)

Melania Trump says she “remains committed to tackling” online bullying even though she has been criticized for it. (Nov. 15)