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Los Angeles is remembering the life and legacy of Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna Bryant. RELATED: In Kobe Bryant’s final interview he shared his future plans with USA TODAY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOItoOEsQ5o There is powerful symbolism in having the public memorial service on February 24th, 2020. “24” was Kobe’s Lakers number and “2” was Gianna’s youth basketball number. The Staples Center, …

Bernie Sanders declares victory in Nevada caucuses with strong showing RELATED: Nevada caucus results aren’t the end-all be-all https://youtu.be/nOxZCuebaeE Nevada caucus results showed Bernie Sanders as the winner in the nation’s most diverse-yet voting bloc. » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/2VgmK3e » USA TODAY delivers current local and …

Homemade rocket-builder ‘Mad Mike’ Hughes killed in launch attempt crash for science show The 64-year-old died in his homemade steam-powered rocket. The stunt was being filmed for a new TV series for the Science Channel called “Homemade Astronauts.” » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/2Vfxdvv » USA TODAY delivers …

62-year-old former Marine breaks planking record for second time RELATED: Marines work together to save two puppies https://youtu.be/imo8qeuwfw0 62-year-old former Marine George Hood reclaimed the male Guinness World Record for longest time spent in the plank position. » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/38RLToB » USA TODAY delivers current …

With New Hampshire and Iowa behind the candidates, the 2020 Democratic contenders are now focusing on Nevada. RELATED: Caucus vs. Primary: what’s the difference? https://bit.ly/2V9UnUa In an effort to increase accessibility to the process, for the first time ever, Democrats in the state have been able to participate through early voting and it turned out thousands of voters. Caucuses are …

Two siblings from Idaho have been missing for months and their mother, Lori Vallow, has now been arrested in connection with their disappearance. RELATED: https://bit.ly/2vR5Zkj Police in Hawaii on Thursday announced the arrest of Lori Vallow, the mother of two missing Idaho children who haven’t been seen since September. The Kauai Police Department released a statement on Twitter saying Vallow, …

Judge gives Roger Stone 40 months in prison for obstructing Congress’ Russia investigation. RELATED: How the DNC elects a presidential candidate https://youtu.be/PvauIL_3MMY Roger Stone’s sentence marks a downfall for the longtime political consultant who has advised presidential campaigns stretching back to Richard Nixon. » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: …

Michael Bloomberg takes debate stage and brunt of attacks. RELATED: How the DNC elects a presidential candidate since 2016 Sanders, Clinton rule change https://youtu.be/PvauIL_3MMY The Democratic Primary Debate in Las Vegas, Nevada featured former NYC mayor Michael Bloomberg, who took the majority of attacks for the evening. » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other …

For most presidential candidates, Super Tuesday is a “make it or break it” day. Why is that the case? Here’s why.  RELATED: https://bit.ly/2SIeBCJ AUSTIN, Texas – Sen. Elizabeth Warren, a Democratic presidential hopeful, hired a Texas campaign director and opened offices in at least five cities in the state. Ads for fellow candidate Michael Bloomberg, in English and Spanish, air …

Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich holds a news conference after his release from federal prison. RELATED: https://bit.ly/2Vq6Nnq Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich walked out of federal prison late Tuesday evening and flew back to Chicago after President Donald Trump commuted his sentence. Speaking to Chicago TV station WGN-TV, Blagojevich said he was “grateful” to Trump. “He didn’t have to do …

Coronavirus risk is ‘low for the American public’: Infectious disease chief states. RELATED: Coronavirus outbreak documented on the ground in Wuhan https://youtu.be/5i0eoCEzdQ0 Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, discusses spread of disease and flow of information from China. » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA …

NASCAR driver Ryan Newman was listed in serious condition and is being treated at a Daytona Beach hospital after suffering a horrific crash at the Daytona 50. RELATED:https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nascar/2020/02/18/ryan-newman-what-we-know-nascar-drivers-crash-daytona-500/4792453002/ The 62nd running of the Daytona 500 will mostly be remembered for the grizzly wreck involving Ryan Newman on the final lap. The frightening crash occurred when teammate Ryan Blaney nudged Newman’s …

BSA files for bankruptcy amid child sex abuse cases. RELATED: Coronavirus outbreak documented on the ground https://youtu.be/5i0eoCEzdQ0 Boy Scouts of America filed for bankruptcy after a flood of sex abuse cases, reports of declining membership, & legal battles with insurance companies. » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/2IMPbAh » …

Laura looked after a stranger’s chained up dog for an entire year, feeding her and fighting for her freedom every day until she won. 🐶🙌 RELATED VIDEO » Neglected senior dogs get second chance for a happy home: https://youtu.be/1ZUozmaf9tY Laura was on her way home when she spotted this akita chained to a tree. She began visiting her several times …

One year after the Henry Pratt Company plant shooting, the people of Aurora, Illinois remember the people they lost in the tragedy. RELATED:Gunman opens fire at manufacturing plant in Aurora, Illinois https://youtu.be/fCSgqAlnVwI On Friday, Feb. 15, 2019, an employee opened fire in the Henry Pratt manufacturing plant in Aurora, killing five co-workers and injuring six other people, including one worker …