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Missing UMD Student Dilan Ashar Found After Days-Long Search, Reunited With Family A days-long search for a missing Maryland college student has ended with the news his loved ones were desperate to hear. Dilan Shaan Ashar, the 22-year-old University of Maryland student who disappeared last week, has been found and reunited with his family, university officials announced. Ashar was last seen at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 2, at the Terrapin Trail Parking Garage on the College Park campus, prompting an extensive search and appeals for help from police, university officials, and his family. His disappearance sparked widespread concern across the university commu…

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Do You Know This Face? Police Release Sketch Of Suspect In Sophie Lee Murder In Maryland Do You Know This Face? Police Release Sketch Of Suspect In Sophie Lee Murder In Maryland Do You Know This Face? Police Release Sketch Of Suspect In Sophie Lee Murder In Maryland
Do You Know This Face? Police Release Sketch Of Suspect In Sophie Lee Murder In Maryland Baltimore police are hoping a newly released sketch will help put a face and name to the person wanted in connection with a Maryland woman's murder last month. Homicide detectives released the sketch on Thursday, Oct. 8, as they continue investigating the fatal shooting of Sophie Lee, who was killed in Baltimore's Charles Village area on Friday, Sept. 11. Lee was shot at approximately 1:30 a.m. in the 2400 block of North Calvert Street, according to police and Metro Crime Stoppers. Now, nearly a month later, investigators are turning to the public in hopes that someone recognizes the perso…

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Missing Maryland Father, 24, Found Dead In Cuyahoga River Days After Disappearing In Cleveland Missing Maryland Father, 24, Found Dead In Cuyahoga River Days After Disappearing In Cleveland Missing Maryland Father, 24, Found Dead In Cuyahoga River Days After Disappearing In Cleveland
Missing Maryland Father, 24, Found Dead In Cuyahoga River Days After Disappearing In Cleveland What started as a trip to Ohio for a Steelers game ended with a young Baltimore County father dead and his Maryland family grieving.  Officials confirmed late on Wednesday that the person who was pulled from the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland was 24-year-old Phoenix Phillips, who was reported missing on Friday, Oct. 2, after attending the Browns game downtown. On Wednesday, the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office listed Phillips on its log. Phillips had last been seen in the 1400 block of W. 10th Street in Cleveland. Details about his disapearance have not been released. Hours …

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Maryland Teen Tried To Kill Rival Gang Member Before Bullet Hit Nursing Home: Prosecutors Maryland Teen Tried To Kill Rival Gang Member Before Bullet Hit Nursing Home: Prosecutors Maryland Teen Tried To Kill Rival Gang Member Before Bullet Hit Nursing Home: Prosecutors
Maryland Teen Tried To Kill Rival Gang Member Before Bullet Hit Nursing Home: Prosecutors Bryant Brown-Clark's criminal past and poor history on probation landed the 19-year-old back in prison over a purported gang dispute. Salisbury resident Bryant Brown-Clark received the maximum sentence following a delayed court appearance following an October 2025 shooting involving a nursing home, according to the Wicomico County State's Attorney's Office. Prosecutors say the shooting appears to have been Brown-Clark's attempt to kill a member of a rival gang. Wicomico County Sheriff's deputies were called to the area of Mohawk Avenue in Salisbury on Oct. 16, 2025, following reports of gu…

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DC Apartment Was Being Used As Fentanyl, Cocaine Warehouse, Feds Say DC Apartment Was Being Used As Fentanyl, Cocaine Warehouse, Feds Say DC Apartment Was Being Used As Fentanyl, Cocaine Warehouse, Feds Say
DC Apartment Was Being Used As Fentanyl, Cocaine Warehouse, Feds Say A FaceTime call may have led federal authorities straight to an illegal immigrant's DC stash house. Moussa Konte, 32, a Senegalese citizen, is facing federal charges after a June FaceTime call led to the discovery of kilogram-sized quantities of suspected narcotics, according to the US Attorney's Office. That call ultimately led investigators to his one-bedroom DC apartment, where law enforcement executed a search warrant at around 6 a.m. on Aug. 25. Inside, investigators found three bags of blue pills stamped “M30” weighing a combined 739.37 grams that were suspected of containing fentany…

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Got Old LEGO? New Dedicated Virginia Brick Shop Will Buy It, Then Sell You More Got Old LEGO? New Dedicated Virginia Brick Shop Will Buy It, Then Sell You More Got Old LEGO? New Dedicated Virginia Brick Shop Will Buy It, Then Sell You More
Got Old Lego? New Dedicated Virginia Brick Shop Will Buy It, Then Sell You More That tub of LEGO collecting dust in a Virginia basement might have another build left in it. Bricks & Minifigs has opened at 210-B Fort Evans Road in Leesburg, giving Loudoun County its first store dedicated to LEGO sets and collectibles and a new home for everything from forgotten bricks to hard-to-find treasures. And yes, they'll take some of that old LEGO off your hands. The locally owned shop buys, sells and trades new and pre-owned sets, minifigures and bulk bricks, allowing customers to bring in collections for an evaluation and written offer before choosing cash or store credit.…

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Family Pleads For Help As Massive Search For Missing UMD Student Dilan Ashar Comes Up Empty Family Pleads For Help As Massive Search For Missing UMD Student Dilan Ashar Comes Up Empty Family Pleads For Help As Massive Search For Missing UMD Student Dilan Ashar Comes Up Empty
Family Pleads For Help As Massive Search For Missing UMD Student Dilan Ashar Comes Up Empty A Maryland family just wants their son home. The search for 22-year-old University of Maryland student Dilan Shaan Ashar intensified on Saturday, Oct. 3, after campus police released new surveillance images that dramatically changed the timeline of his disappearance. Ashar was last seen on camera at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 2, at the Terrapin Trail Garage on the UMD campus in College Park, according to the University of Maryland Police Department. Dilan Shaan Ashar. University of Maryland Police Police have classified Ashar as a critical missing student and are askin…

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Trump's Baltimore County Visit Could Snarl Tuesday Commute For Maryland Riders, MTA Warns Trump's Baltimore County Visit Could Snarl Tuesday Commute For Maryland Riders, MTA Warns Trump's Baltimore County Visit Could Snarl Tuesday Commute For Maryland Riders, MTA Warns
Trump's Baltimore County Visit Could Snarl Tuesday Commute For Maryland Riders, MTA Warns Maryland commuters could face delays and detours on Tuesday as President Donald Trump heads to Baltimore County. The Maryland Transit Administration issued a service advisory on Monday, Oct. 5, warning riders on Commuter Bus Route 411T to prepare for increased security and traffic around Tradepoint Atlantic during Trump's visit. Customers could see delays and possible route diversions throughout Tuesday, Oct. 6, according to the agency. The 411T connects Tradepoint Atlantic in Sparrows Point with Essex, Golden Ring and White Marsh. MTA encouraged riders to allow extra travel time and chec…

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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MD Retirement Costs Revealed In New Nationwide Ranking MD Retirement Costs Revealed In New Nationwide Ranking MD Retirement Costs Revealed In New Nationwide Ranking
MD Retirement Costs Revealed In New Nationwide Ranking Retirees in several Northeast states face some of the highest costs in the country, according to a new study. Retirement Living released its 2026 list of the most affordable states to retire, comparing all 50 states based on housing costs, everyday expenses, and tax-friendliness. The study looked at median rent for a one-bedroom home, median home sale prices, grocery spending, gas prices, and average Medicare Advantage premiums. Researchers also considered whether states tax Social Security benefits, along with income and property tax rates. "Affordability plays a major role in retire…

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Police Officer, Father Of 5 Strangled To Death During Fight, Investigators Say Police Officer, Father Of 5 Strangled To Death During Fight, Investigators Say Police Officer, Father Of 5 Strangled To Death During Fight, Investigators Say
Police Officer, Father Of 5 Strangled To Death During Fight, Investigators Say A Pennsylvania police officer whose death was initially described as a “sudden medical emergency” was strangled to death during a fight, investigators now say. Michael “Mike” McGeehan, 44, a longtime Middlesex Township police officer and father of five, died following an altercation with 25-year-old Paden Edward Frey on July 11, according to the Lycoming Regional Police Department. Frey, of Cogan Station, was arrested at his home without incident early Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 7, with assistance from the Lycoming County Sheriff’s Office, police said. He has been charged with murder, stran…

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Video Shows Drunk Woman Masturbating On Baltimore Flight: Reports Video Shows Drunk Woman Masturbating On Baltimore Flight: Reports Video Shows Drunk Woman Masturbating On Baltimore Flight: Reports
Video Shows Drunk Woman Masturbating On Baltimore Flight: Reports Graphic video shared by TMZ apparently shows a 46-year-old woman accused of masturbating on an American Airlines flight from Baltimore to Miami, according to published reports. Edgewater, MD resident Katy Inzer was identified in an incident report from the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office obtained by The Smoking Gun, which detailed the inappropriate actions aboard a Sept. 11 American Airlines flight. Approximately 20 minutes after taking off from Baltimore, a passenger alerted the flight crew, who reported witnessing the 46-year-old woman remove her pants and begin masturbating while making…

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Fight Erupts At Maryland Girls Flag Football Game Fight Erupts At Maryland Girls Flag Football Game Fight Erupts At Maryland Girls Flag Football Game
Fight Erupts At Maryland Girls Flag Football Game A girls’ flag football game between two Maryland high schools ended with police being called after a postgame dispute escalated into a fight that sent one person to the hospital, school officials said. The incident unfolded on Monday, Oct. 5, following the game between Poolesville and Clarksburg high schools at Poolesville High School, according to a joint statement released by administrators from both schools. Officials said disrespectful behavior involving students and adults began after the game and escalated in the parking lot. There was taunting and arguing before the situation tu…

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Thermal Drone Tracks Down Driver Hiding In Woods After Virginia Crash, Sheriff Says (VIDEO) Thermal Drone Tracks Down Driver Hiding In Woods After Virginia Crash, Sheriff Says (VIDEO) Thermal Drone Tracks Down Driver Hiding In Woods After Virginia Crash, Sheriff Says (VIDEO)
Thermal Drone Tracks Down Driver Hiding In Woods After Virginia Crash, Sheriff Says (Video) Royce Hall fought the law, and the law won. The 22-year-old Remington resident did his best to avoid arrest in Virginia after fleeing from a crash, but the Fauquier County Sheriff's Office was able to quickly catch up to him with an assist from technology. Last week, deputies were called to investigate a two-vehicle crash on the Warrenton Eastern Bypass near Meetze Road. Upon arrival, they found one car flipped over, with its occupants uninjured. The other was on the shoulder of the road, abandoned. That's when a deputy retrieved the unmanned aerial system from his cruiser and began search…

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Dressed To Steal: Well-Appointed Suspect Linked To Northern Virginia Medical Office Burglaries Dressed To Steal: Well-Appointed Suspect Linked To Northern Virginia Medical Office Burglaries Dressed To Steal: Well-Appointed Suspect Linked To Northern Virginia Medical Office Burglaries
Dressed To Steal: Well-Appointed Suspect Linked To Northern Virginia Medical Office Burglaries A well-dressed man accused of targeting medical offices in Northern Virginia during a string of burglaries over the course of several months has been tracked down. Woodbridge resident Carlos Anthony Mitchell, 67, who dressed to impress, is facing a host of charges following a months-long crime spree that was caught on camera, according to the Fairfax County Police Department. The dapper suspect has been linked to burglaries in Mason, McLean, and Fair Oaks, each of which was similar in nature. Police say that in each instance, Mitchell targeted a closed medical office and forced his way int…

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Amazon Unveils New Tablet Lineup With Updated Features, Higher Prices Amazon Unveils New Tablet Lineup With Updated Features, Higher Prices Amazon Unveils New Tablet Lineup With Updated Features, Higher Prices
Amazon Unveils New Tablet Lineup With Updated Features, Higher Prices Amazon is replacing its budget-friendly Fire tablet lineup with more expensive devices featuring AI and several major upgrades. The online retail giant unveiled three new Alexa Tablets on Thursday, Oct. 8. The devices will go on sale and be shipped beginning Wednesday, Oct. 14, with prices starting at $229.99. The new Alexa Tablets feature aluminum designs, faster processors, higher-resolution screens, and built-in Alexa+, Amazon's upgraded AI assistant. They also run Google's Android operating system and offer full access to the Google Play Store, unlike Fire tablets that relied on Amazon'…

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Dietary Supplement Recalled: Ingredient Could Raise Blood Pressure Dietary Supplement Recalled: Ingredient Could Raise Blood Pressure Dietary Supplement Recalled: Ingredient Could Raise Blood Pressure
Dietary Supplement Recalled: Ingredient Could Raise Blood Pressure A dietary supplement sold nationwide is being recalled after testing found a substance that could raise blood pressure and cause serious heart problems. Leader Formulas LLC, based in Tomball, Texas, is voluntarily recalling one lot of RAPTURE Preworkout powder, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. FDA testing detected 1,3-dimethylamylamine, commonly called DMAA, in the product. The announcement warns that using DMAA can elevate blood pressure and could lead to cardiovascular problems, including a heart attack, shortness of breath, and chest tightening. Consumers…

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You Could Get Up To $280 In Major Equifax Settlement: See Who Qualifies You Could Get Up To $280 In Major Equifax Settlement: See Who Qualifies You Could Get Up To $280 In Major Equifax Settlement: See Who Qualifies
You Could Get Up To $280 In Major Equifax Settlement: See Who Qualifies Millions of Americans could get cash payments from a $100 million Equifax settlement after the credit reporting company was accused of misreporting credit scores. The settlement comes from a class-action lawsuit accusing Equifax of sending inaccurate credit scores and other credit information to lenders in 2022. People whose credit information was affected by the error between Thursday, March 17, and Friday, April 8, 2022, may be eligible for a payment. The payouts are expected to be between $95 and $280, but the final amount could change depending on how many valid claims are fil…

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CVS Rolls Out Smaller Pharmacy-Only Stores In Northeast: What To Know CVS Rolls Out Smaller Pharmacy-Only Stores In Northeast: What To Know CVS Rolls Out Smaller Pharmacy-Only Stores In Northeast: What To Know
CVS Rolls Out Smaller Pharmacy-Only Stores In Northeast: What To Know CVS is opening its first pharmacy-only stores in the Northeast as it tries to change how people access medications and in-person care. The Rhode Island-based company announced the opening of a new pharmacy-focused location in Boston on Wednesday, Oct. 7. The store is located at 32 Warren Street in the Roxbury neighborhood. The roughly 3,000-square-foot store focuses on prescription medications, immunizations, and pharmacist support. It also carries a limited selection of over-the-counter products, along with a disposal bin for unwanted or expired medications and a collection …

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Sheetz, Wawa Fall In Convenience Store Rankings As New No. 1 Crowned Sheetz, Wawa Fall In Convenience Store Rankings As New No. 1 Crowned Sheetz, Wawa Fall In Convenience Store Rankings As New No. 1 Crowned
Sheetz, Wawa Fall In Convenience Store Rankings As New No. 1 Crowned Sheetz and Wawa have slipped in the rankings of the nation's best convenience stores for customer satisfaction, according to a new study. The American Customer Satisfaction Index released its 2026 Convenience Store Study on Tuesday, Oct. 6. Midwest-based chain Meijer ranked No. 1 nationwide with a score of 82 out of 100, up 5% from 2025. Sheetz and Wawa finished in a three-way tie with QuikTrip with scores of 80. Sheetz and Wawa each fell 2% from 2025, when they both scored 82. Kwik Trip, which led the industry in 2025 with a score of 84, dropped 6% to 79. Murphy USA, a gas stati…

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Amazon Unveils New Tablet Lineup With Updated Features, Higher Prices Amazon Unveils New Tablet Lineup With Updated Features, Higher Prices Amazon Unveils New Tablet Lineup With Updated Features, Higher Prices
Amazon Unveils New Tablet Lineup With Updated Features, Higher Prices Amazon is replacing its budget-friendly Fire tablet lineup with more expensive devices featuring AI and several major upgrades. The online retail giant unveiled three new Alexa Tablets on Thursday, Oct. 8. The devices will go on sale and be shipped beginning Wednesday, Oct. 14, with prices starting at $229.99. The new Alexa Tablets feature aluminum designs, faster processors, higher-resolution screens, and built-in Alexa+, Amazon's upgraded AI assistant. They also run Google's Android operating system and offer full access to the Google Play Store, unlike Fire tablets that relied on Amazon'…

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Dietary Supplement Recalled: Ingredient Could Raise Blood Pressure Dietary Supplement Recalled: Ingredient Could Raise Blood Pressure Dietary Supplement Recalled: Ingredient Could Raise Blood Pressure
Dietary Supplement Recalled: Ingredient Could Raise Blood Pressure A dietary supplement sold nationwide is being recalled after testing found a substance that could raise blood pressure and cause serious heart problems. Leader Formulas LLC, based in Tomball, Texas, is voluntarily recalling one lot of RAPTURE Preworkout powder, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. FDA testing detected 1,3-dimethylamylamine, commonly called DMAA, in the product. The announcement warns that using DMAA can elevate blood pressure and could lead to cardiovascular problems, including a heart attack, shortness of breath, and chest tightening. Consumers…

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You Could Get Up To $280 In Major Equifax Settlement: See Who Qualifies You Could Get Up To $280 In Major Equifax Settlement: See Who Qualifies You Could Get Up To $280 In Major Equifax Settlement: See Who Qualifies
You Could Get Up To $280 In Major Equifax Settlement: See Who Qualifies Millions of Americans could get cash payments from a $100 million Equifax settlement after the credit reporting company was accused of misreporting credit scores. The settlement comes from a class-action lawsuit accusing Equifax of sending inaccurate credit scores and other credit information to lenders in 2022. People whose credit information was affected by the error between Thursday, March 17, and Friday, April 8, 2022, may be eligible for a payment. The payouts are expected to be between $95 and $280, but the final amount could change depending on how many valid claims are fil…

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CVS Rolls Out Smaller Pharmacy-Only Stores In Northeast: What To Know CVS Rolls Out Smaller Pharmacy-Only Stores In Northeast: What To Know CVS Rolls Out Smaller Pharmacy-Only Stores In Northeast: What To Know
CVS Rolls Out Smaller Pharmacy-Only Stores In Northeast: What To Know CVS is opening its first pharmacy-only stores in the Northeast as it tries to change how people access medications and in-person care. The Rhode Island-based company announced the opening of a new pharmacy-focused location in Boston on Wednesday, Oct. 7. The store is located at 32 Warren Street in the Roxbury neighborhood. The roughly 3,000-square-foot store focuses on prescription medications, immunizations, and pharmacist support. It also carries a limited selection of over-the-counter products, along with a disposal bin for unwanted or expired medications and a collection …

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Sheetz, Wawa Fall In Convenience Store Rankings As New No. 1 Crowned Sheetz, Wawa Fall In Convenience Store Rankings As New No. 1 Crowned Sheetz, Wawa Fall In Convenience Store Rankings As New No. 1 Crowned
Sheetz, Wawa Fall In Convenience Store Rankings As New No. 1 Crowned Sheetz and Wawa have slipped in the rankings of the nation's best convenience stores for customer satisfaction, according to a new study. The American Customer Satisfaction Index released its 2026 Convenience Store Study on Tuesday, Oct. 6. Midwest-based chain Meijer ranked No. 1 nationwide with a score of 82 out of 100, up 5% from 2025. Sheetz and Wawa finished in a three-way tie with QuikTrip with scores of 80. Sheetz and Wawa each fell 2% from 2025, when they both scored 82. Kwik Trip, which led the industry in 2025 with a score of 84, dropped 6% to 79. Murphy USA, a gas stati…

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Nationwide Recall: Salmonella Concerns Trigger Shopper Warning Nationwide Recall: Salmonella Concerns Trigger Shopper Warning Nationwide Recall: Salmonella Concerns Trigger Shopper Warning
Nationwide Recall: Salmonella Concerns Trigger Shopper Warning Salmonella concerns have triggered a nationwide recall of a vegetable-growing product, with buyers urged to toss it and seek refunds. EAK Distribution LLC, based in Casper, Wyoming, is recalling Home Grown Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds, Heirloom, in 8-ounce packages, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The seeds were sold through Amazon to consumers nationwide between Thursday, Aug. 20, and Friday, Sept. 18. The recalled product comes in a cream-colored pouch with UPC 850056627443. Production lot code AUG172026 is embossed on the top seal. Consumers…

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This Popular Snack May Help You Sleep Better, Research Reveals This Popular Snack May Help You Sleep Better, Research Reveals This Popular Snack May Help You Sleep Better, Research Reveals
This Popular Snack May Help You Sleep Better, Research Reveals A familiar snack is drawing scientific interest for what it might offer beyond a satisfying crunch: better sleep. Pistachios contain a combination of nutrients and plant compounds that could support sleep, according to a review published in Nutrition Research Reviews. Researchers from Augusta University, Columbia University, and Spain’s Institute of Food Science, Technology and Nutrition examined existing evidence. Their conclusion is promising but preliminary: Trials directly testing whether eating pistachios improves human sleep are still needed. The review highlights vitamin B6, magnesi…

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'Saved By The Bell' Star’s Cause Of Death: New Details Revealed 'Saved By The Bell' Star’s Cause Of Death: New Details Revealed 'Saved By The Bell' Star’s Cause Of Death: New Details Revealed
'Saved By The Bell' Star’s Cause Of Death: New Details Revealed New details have emerged about the death of Dennis Haskins, the actor generations of viewers knew as Bayside High’s long-suffering principal. The “Saved by the Bell” star died from Parkinson’s disease, according to TMZ, which obtained his death certificate from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. He was 75. The document lists Parkinson’s disease as the immediate cause of death. It also identifies irritable bowel syndrome, depression, hypertension, and benign prostatic hyperplasia as other significant conditions, TMZ reported. A cause had not been released when Daily Voice f…

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Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs Across Parts Of US Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs Across Parts Of US Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs Across Parts Of US
Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs Across Parts Of US Flu activity is picking up as fall gets underway, putting this year’s protection timing in focus. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says flu activity remains low nationally but is increasing. Its FluView report for the week ending Saturday, Sept. 26, provides a snapshot of that trend. Clinical laboratories reported that 3.4 percent of tested respiratory specimens were positive for influenza. Flu diagnoses accounted for 0.4 percent of emergency department visits in a separate surveillance system. Those figures show flu is circulating, but they do not establish that a widespread…

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CDC Addresses Plague Concerns Following Lab Worker’s Death CDC Addresses Plague Concerns Following Lab Worker’s Death CDC Addresses Plague Concerns Following Lab Worker’s Death
CDC Addresses Plague Concerns Following Lab Worker’s Death A laboratory worker’s unexplained death has prompted a CDC response, with a critical question still unresolved: what caused her illness? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday, Oct. 6, that it is monitoring reports from Russia. The agency emphasized there is no indication of a broader threat to the US. In its statement, the CDC said it is “aware of and closely monitoring reports of a suspected case of pneumonic plague in the Irkutsk region of Russia that resulted in a death. We are working across the U.S. government to assess developments as additional information becom…

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