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Post-Tropical Storm Ophelia To Hit Ireland Today

On Saturday, Hurricane Ophelia attained Category 3 strength farther east than any storm in recorded history. The storm has since weakened to a post-tropical cyclone, but it is set to affect Ireland and the northern United Kingdom

Louisiana Oil Rig Explodes, At Least 7 Injured

At least seven people are injured and one person is missing after an oil rig exploded Sunday night in Louisiana.  Kenner Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Kriss Fortunato said that at least seven people were injured and authorities

New Orleans Police Officer Shot And Killed

A New Orleans police officer was shot and killed early Friday, October 13, according to the NOPD.  The incident took place near an apartment complex about 12:14 a.m., when four officers who were on routine patrol were

Top Two Officers On USS McCain Relieved Of Duty

The U.S. Navy is dismissing the top two officers of the USS John S. McCain following an accident that left ten sailors dead.  The ship’s commanding officer and executive officer, Commander Alfredo J. Sánchez and Commander Jessie