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Gabriel Sterling, one of Georgia's top election officials, defended the state's voting system against former President Trump's election lies and warned violence could result from the false claims. He's among the witnesses at the House Jan. 6th committee's fourth hearing.

The Jan. 6 committee holds its fourth hearing today. Here's what we know

Tuesday's hearing is expected to focus on former President Trump's pressure on officials to change the results of voting in their states.

Jay Johnston has pleaded guilty to a felony charge related to the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. He's seen here in an image from an FBI affidavit.

Actor Jay Johnston of 'Bob's Burgers' and other comedies pleads guilty in Jan. 6 case

In his career, Johnston has repeatedly portrayed police officers and agents, from Arrested Development to The Sarah Silverman Program and Men in Black II. His actions against police cost him a job.

With new coronavirus infections climbing in most states, infectious disease experts are discouraging group get-togethers, especially those that involve drinking. In this photo patrons enjoy a beer outside the Central Market in Los Angeles, this week.

Bars Are Reopening In Some Places And Closing In Others. If You Go, Know The Risks

Alcohol makes people lose inhibitions. And maybe take off their masks, and get up close and personal. Here's why you may want to steer clear of bars for now, or at least take these extra precautions.

What AG Merrick Garland told NPR about the Jan. 6 probe and death penalty

Attorney General Merrick Garland speaks exclusively to NPR about the Jan. 6 investigation, the death penalty and other facets of his job.

House committee prepares to hold its 8th public hearing on the events of Jan. 6

Members of the panel will focus on former President Donald Trump's inaction to stop the riot at the U.S. Capitol. This hearing is framed as a sort of summer capstone to the series of public hearings.

Gov. JB Pritzker announces the state’s six-year, $50.6 billion infrastructure plan at a news conference Wednesday in Chicago.

Here’s what’s in Illinois’ $50.6B six-year infrastructure plan

Largest-ever plan covers roads, bridges, waterways, airports, transit and more

A split image shows a police chief speaking at a podium on the left and a man in a suit speaking at a council desk on the right. Both are indoors in a formal setting with microphones.

Peoria approves adding 6 civilian officers to police department to strengthen downtown security

The City of Peoria will spend about $500,000 a year to hire six civilian community service officers aimed at boosting the police department’s daytime security presence downtown.

In this image made from video, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern speaks about a stabbing attack during a press conference, Friday, Sept. 3, 2021, in Wellington, New Zealand. New Zealand authorities say they shot and killed a violent extremist after he entered a supermarket and stabbed and injured six shoppers. Ardern described Friday's incident as a terror attack.

A Man Is Shot Dead By New Zealand Police After He Attacks 6 In A Supermarket

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the man was a Sri Lankan national who was inspired by the Islamic State group and described the incident as a terror attack.

Gunman kills 2, wounds 6 others during a shooting at Florida State University

Authorities are investigating a shooting at Florida State University that killed two people and wounded six others. The suspect is hospitalized and is the son of a Leon County sheriff's deputy.

The House Jan. 6 panel will hear from more witnesses during 2nd hearing

The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol will try to prove that Donald Trump knew he lost the election, but continued to press false claims about fraud anyway.

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