In 1978, Kathy Kleiner was severely beaten by Ted Bundy after he broke into her room at the Chi Omega sorority house at Florida State University. In the scheme of her life, though, that attack is only part of her survival story. Source
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Largest Arctic ozone hole ever recorded opens up over the North Pole
A hole in the ozone opens up every year above Antarctica — but scientists were surprised to find one on the other side of the planet. Source
Coronavirus cases on USS Roosevelt spike to 550
The Navy reported 103 new cases of the coronavirus onboard the ship in one day. Source
Coronavirus pandemic highlights barriers to health care for transgender community
The transgender community has always faced difficulty accessing adequate health care — and in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, things have only gotten worse Source
Easter weekend could see the most dangerous weather outbreak yet this season
A vigorous storm that has been parked over Southern California for days is moving eastward. Source
Cuomo: Coronavirus deaths are stabilizing at a “horrific rate”
“I’m sure everyone’s living with the same question: Every time you wake up you say, ‘When does this nightmare end?'” Cuomo said. Source
Cuomo says deaths in New York are stabilizing, but at a “horrific rate”
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Saturday that 783 people died in the state the day before from coronavirus, a number similar to previous days this week. Cuomo said it’s a sign the number of deaths is stabilizing, but at a “horrific rate.” Watch his remarks. Source
Lives to Remember: Fire Marshal John Knox
Legendary FDNY Fire Marshal John Knox died of COVID-19 on March 16. After serving in Korea, Knox investigated hundreds of fires in the 70s and 80s with the FDNY. He came out of retirement after 9/11 to help work at ground zero. Anthony Mason remembers his life of service. Source
Both parties wrestle cost and image issues of conventions
In an average year, hosting a major party convention can cost tens of millions. Source
NHL player Colby Cave dies at 25
Cave’s wife, Emily, posted a heartbreaking image on her Instagram account, saying: “My heart is shattered.” Source