World Health Organization classifies Zika virus spread an international emergency
WHO estimates there could be up to 4 million cases of Zika in the Americas in the next year
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It all starts with the Iowa trudge
Donald Trump is hanging out in Iowa for now, possibly for a Monday night party if he wins
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Police say Chicago homicides climbed dramatically in January
Chicago has been a focal point of gun violence since 2012
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Over 1 million face loss of food aid over work requirements
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — More than 1 million low-income residents in 21 states could soon lose their government food stamps if they fail to meet work requirements that began kicking in this month. The rule change in the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program was triggered by the improving economy — specifically, falling unemployment. But…
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Obama wants $4B to help students learn computer science
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama says he'll ask Congress for billions in new spending to help students learn computer science skills. Obama announced the plan in his weekly radio and Internet address on Saturday. He says developing analytical and coding skills is a must for jobs in the new economy. Obama says only about…
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