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Apollo 13 Moon Mission Leader James Lovell Dies at 97

Apollo 13 Moon Mission Leader James Lovell Dies at 97

CHICAGO (AP) — Astronaut James Lovell, who was commander of the 1970 Apollo 13 mission that managed to get back to earth safely after an oxygen tank explosion, has died. He was 97. NASA confirmed his death in a statement Friday. Lovell was also part of the Apollo 8 flight that became the first to…MORE

The City of Dallas Presents a Balanced Budget Focusing on Police Pay Raises, Tax Cuts, and Senior Exemptions

The City of Dallas Presents a Balanced Budget Focusing on Police Pay Raises, Tax Cuts, and Senior Exemptions

(WBAP/KLIF) – DALLAS, TX – On Friday, the Dallas City Manager presented a balanced budget which totals $5.2 billion dollars, which is an increase from this year’s $4.97 billion dollar budget. However, city officials faced significant challenges preparing the budget since Dallas is facing lower-than-expected sales tax revenue, an increase in home appraisal appeals, and…MORE

Leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan Shake Hands and Sign Deal at White House Peace Summit

Leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan Shake Hands and Sign Deal at White House Peace Summit

WASHINGTON (AP) — Armenia and Azerbaijan have signed a peace agreement at the White House, aiming to end decades of conflict. President Donald Trump facilitated the meeting, with both leaders crediting him for the breakthrough. The deal will reopen key transportation routes and create a major transit corridor named the Trump Route for International Peace…MORE

Israel’s Plan to Take Over Gaza City Stirs Fears for Civilians and Hostages

Israel’s Plan to Take Over Gaza City Stirs Fears for Civilians and Hostages

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel says it plans to take over Gaza City. The decision to escalate its 22-month war with Hamas drew a dismissal from the militant group, renewed international calls to end the conflict and stirred fears for hostages still in Gaza. Israel’s air and ground war has already killed tens of thousands of…MORE