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A 14-year-old boy is in custody after a high school shooting in Georgia killed four people and injured nine others. The community in the small town of Winder is grappling with the tragedy. A MARTÍNEZ, HOST:. To Georgia, where the investigation of a mass shooting has revealed an especially...

Georgia investigators piece together the events leading up to latest school shooting

Four people were killed in a high school shooting in Georgia this morning. At least 9 were injured. Four people are dead and nine injured after a high-school shooting this morning in Winder, Ga. That's a city about an hour away from Atlanta. A 14-year-old student is in custody, and we've learned tonight that law enforcement had been warned about him previously. Rahul Bali of member station WABE in Atlanta has been following the latest developments. Hi there.

Four killed in a high school shooting in Georgia

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(MA) get ready to meet a pocket-sized Chihuahua who is ready to dive straight into your heart and home. Tooty is a 6-pound Chihuahua cutie who came into Last Hope K 9 rescue's care for unspecified reasons. She is currently living safely in a pack of pups with a foster family but is eager to find the family she can call her own. Could she be looking for YOU?

Tiny 6-Pound Chihuahua Is Searching For A Home

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Audio will be available later today. Nebraskans who knew Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz in his early life share their memories of the Democratic vice presidential nominee.

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‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

The fall to-do list is long: There are apples to be picked, Oktoberfest beers to sip, elections to vote in, and of course — so many new books to read! We sorted through the current and upcoming releases to find 16 titles you should watch out for this fall. Dive in!

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Investigators in Winder, Ga., are looking for the motive behind another school shooting. Police say a 14-year-old student at Apalachee High School killed two other 14-year-olds and two teachers yesterday. NPR will bring you developments here and at npr.org. Today, we also have news of gun kits. They're components that someone can turn into untraceable firearms. Critics call them ghost guns. There have been tighter regulations and lots of lawsuits, and now NPR's Martin Kaste reports that one of the biggest kit makers appears to have stopped selling them.

'Ghost gun' maker goes dark

Los Angeles County, CA

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It's been over twenty-five years since actor/photographer Roddy McDowall died of lung cancer in 1998. McDowall, despite some career challenges, was one of that breed of rare former child actors who successfully transitioned into Hollywood adulthood. He was also, however, one of the industry's "openly closeted" actors, which came with its own sense of issues. This is his story.

The Not-So-Secret Gay Life of Actor Roddy McDowell: 25 Years After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

Lauderdale-by-the-sea, FL

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Akeena

For those who love the charm of a classic diner with generous portions of comfort food, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea offers some delightful options. Whether it's Lester's or Peter Pan, these spots are local favorites. But if you were planning to visit the beloved Diner By The Sea, you might be in for a surprise. This popular ocean-view diner was recently forced to close its doors temporarily following a state inspection that uncovered some concerning issues.

Over 40 rodent droppings, improper food thawing and a stop-sale order issued to Diner in Florida

South Carolina State

In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

It’s the beginning of the school year, and many college students are arriving on campuses ready to begin their university journey, make new friends and have some fun. But this exciting new chapter can have a darker side. College students are considered a high-risk group for drugging — that...

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Washington, DC

(SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING) DOUG EMHOFF: It is good to actually be together tonight - together as a community. It was a night of mourning on Tuesday, when Doug Emhoff, second gentleman and the first Jewish spouse to a U.S. president or vice president, spoke at the Adas Israel Congregation in Washington, D.C.

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Salem, OH

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Maybe you're going up for a promotion, or just got out of a bad relationship. Whatever it is, your mood needs a boost. Today, we're recommending three songs that make for great motivators and pick-me-ups when you need them most.

Songs to boost your confidence

London — A damning report on a deadly London high-rise fire concluded Wednesday that decades of failures by government, regulators and industry turned Grenfell Tower into a "death trap" where 72 people lost their lives. The public inquiry into the 2017 blaze found no "single cause" of the tragedy,...

Decades of failures turned Grenfell Tower into a 'death trap,' report says

Audio will be available later today. Gun control groups are heralding the apparent closure of Polymer80 — one of the biggest makers of gun kits. The so-called “ghost guns” have become a target of federal regulators and lawsuits, but manufacturers may be looking to SCOTUS for relief. The court will hear oral arguments in a case challenging federal rules next month.

Gun control groups herald apparent closure of Polymer80, a big maker of gun kits

Audio will be available later today. Drug violence in recent months in Mexico has exploded — extending into the country's southernmost state.

These days very few parts of Mexico are immune from narco-related violence

Crystal River, FL

One steak dinner that might have left a bad taste recently is Cody's Roadhouse in Crystal River. The restaurant, located at 305 SE US Hwy 19, was temporarily shut down following a state inspection that uncovered a series of violations.

Florida steakhouse closed again due to dead roaches, bad odors, live insects and roaches

Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. The FBI had prior warning about the 14-year-old accused of fatally shooting two students and two...

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Raj Fadadu was still in medical school on the day the sky turned orange. \"I remember waking up for my class ... I was like, 'Oh,...

Raj Fadadu was still in medical school on the day the sky turned orange. "I remember waking up for my class ... I was like, 'Oh,...

Feeling itchy? Air pollution might be making it worse

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