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New York mayor appears in federal court | FOX 5 News
SUMMARY: New York City Mayor Eric Adams has become the first sitting mayor to be arraigned on criminal charges, accused of exchanging favors with foreign countries, including Turkey, for political influence. He pleaded not guilty to five counts of bribery, wire fraud, and seeking illegal campaign donations, asserting his innocence and claiming the accusations are politically motivated. Calls for his resignation are increasing, but if he chooses not to step down, attention may shift to Governor Kathy Hochul, who has the authority to remove him. Adams faces a potential sentence of up to 45 years in prison if convicted.
New York City mayor Eric Adams has become the first sitting mayor of New York City to be arraigned on criminal charges. Prosecutors say for years, he traded favors with foreign countries, including Turkey, in exchange for political influence.
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Helene drowns southeastern United States | Georgia
SUMMARY: At least 26 people have died across four states due to the storm formerly known as Hurricane Helene, which caused severe flooding and tornadoes in the Carolinas, Tennessee, and Virginia. Notably, the Lake Lure Dam in North Carolina was at risk of failure. Eleven deaths were reported in Georgia, including a first responder, and four in South Carolina, with additional fatalities expected in North Carolina. Flooding trapped 54 people at Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee, complicating rescue efforts. Many roads are closed, including over 359 in western North Carolina, as the storm continues to affect the region with heavy rains.
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A four-legged rescue: Georgia man navigate flood waters with dog in tow
SUMMARY: Residents have been preparing for flooding in their homes for some time. In a recent incident, a man used a kayak to rescue his dog from his flooded house. Background sounds of generators indicate the severity of the situation. Many homes in the area are raised, so flooding primarily affects the basement and parking areas. This proactive approach to disaster preparedness highlights the community’s resilience amid challenging conditions as they navigate the aftermath of the flooding.
Helene’s power overnight is being felt across metro Atlanta.
11Alive’s Rebecca Lindstrom was reporting live from Vining’s this morning, where homes close to the Chattahoochee River are seeing water levels increasingly rise, when she spotted an Atlanta man using his kayak to evacuate his dog from his flooded home.
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Georgia death toll up to 11 from Helene; impact widespread in South | Georgia
SUMMARY: Georgia Governor Brian Kemp reported that Hurricane Helene has resulted in 11 fatalities, including a first responder. Specific details about the deaths remain unclear, but early reports indicated a couple died in Wheeler County due to a tornado. As of Friday, 152 roads were closed, including parts of I-16 and I-20. Helene’s remnants are causing flooding and tornado warnings in several states. Dr. Michael Brennan from the National Hurricane Center emphasized the severe flash flooding from North Georgia to western Virginia, especially in western North Carolina, where landslides have occurred. Residents are urged to avoid travel in affected areas.
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