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J.I.D celebrates Atlanta roller skating culture in ‘Sk8’ music video

Tuesday, October 7 by ABC News

J.I.D released the official music video for his track "Sk8," filmed at legendary roller rinks in his hometown of Atlanta.The video celebrates the roller skating culture and community in the city, and features cameos from Atlanta stars Jermaine Dupri, Jasper, Queen... Read More.

Maine officials address election security after 250 ballots found in Amazon delivery

Tuesday, October 7 by ABC News

(ELLSWORTH, Maine) -- The Maine secretary of state's office is investigating after 250 blank election ballots were found in a resident's Amazon order last week, saying misconduct has not been ruled out, while maintaining the safety of the state's election process.The same day that... Read More.

Trial date set for former officer charged in failed response to Uvalde school shooting

Tuesday, October 7 by ABC News

(UVALDE, Texas) -- One of the two senior police officers charged in connection with the failures on the day of the Uvalde, Texas, elementary school mass shooting will go on trial Jan. 5, the judge overseeing the case told ABC News.Judge Sid Harle said... Read More.

Air traffic controllers working without pay begin to call out sick, leading to flight cancellations and delays nationwide

Tuesday, October 7 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A week into the government shutdown, air traffic controller sick calls are beginning to cause delays and cancellations as a number of airport towers and control facilities don’t have enough staff to properly handle all flights.Controllers are considered essential workers and... Read More.

Original white label test pressing of ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ sells for over $12,000

Tuesday, October 7 by ABC News

An original white label 7-inch test pressing of Queen’s 1975 classic "Bohemian Rhapsody" sold for close to $12,000 during the annual White Label Auction to benefit the Brit Trust.White label test pressings are made so artists, managers... Read More.

Zach Bryan sparks controversy with new music that mentions ICE raids

Tuesday, October 7 by ABC News

Zach Bryan recently sparked controversy after sharing a clip with new music that mentions U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids.The singer-songwriter made headlines over the weekend after sharing the clip on his official Instagram account Friday. The lyrics in the audio clip reference... Read More.

Asteroid just flew closer to Earth than many satellites, space agencies say

Tuesday, October 7 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- An asteroid just flew closer to Earth than many satellites, according to space agencies.The space object, named 2025 TF, zoomed over Antarctica at a distance of just 265 miles above the Earth's surface last Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 8:47 p.m. ET,... Read More.

Tyler, The Creator says he’s ‘beyond grateful’ for role in ‘Marty Supreme’

Tuesday, October 7 by ABC News

Tyler, The Creator attended the Marty Supreme screening at the New York Film Festival Monday night and expressed gratitude to director Josh Safdie.“Thank you to you, Josh. Please make the biggest noise for this man. I’m so grateful, beyond grateful," Tyler said in a clip... Read More.

‘Bottle Rockets’ sparks a Canadian first for Scotty McCreery

Tuesday, October 7 by ABC News

A week after topping the country charts in the U.S., Scotty McCreery is repeating the feat in the Great White North. “I’m thrilled to see ‘Bottle Rockets’ become my first No. 1 in Canada and happy to share that with one of my favorite bands... Read More.

On This Day, Oct. 7, 2016: The first and only Desert Trip festival kicked off in California

Tuesday, October 7 by ABC News

On This Day, Oct. 7, 2016 ...The first and only Desert Trip festival kicked off at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, the same location where the yearly Coachella Festival is held.Dubbed “Oldchella” by the public, the six-day event was split over two... Read More.

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J.I.D celebrates Atlanta roller skating culture in ‘Sk8’ music video

Maine officials address election security after 250 ballots found in Amazon delivery

Trial date set for former officer charged in failed response to Uvalde school shooting

Air traffic controllers working without pay begin to call out sick, leading to flight cancellations and delays nationwide

Original white label test pressing of ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ sells for over $12,000

Zach Bryan sparks controversy with new music that mentions ICE raids

Asteroid just flew closer to Earth than many satellites, space agencies say

Tyler, The Creator says he’s ‘beyond grateful’ for role in ‘Marty Supreme’

‘Bottle Rockets’ sparks a Canadian first for Scotty McCreery

On This Day, Oct. 7, 2016: The first and only Desert Trip festival kicked off in California

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