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Children's sensory swing recalled after multiple injuries, including concussions

Harkla said they got at least 29 reports of the swing's ceiling hook separating which resulted in 14 injuries, including a broken arm, bruises and two concussions.

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Alaska Airlines to lay off about 200 employees, citing 'challenging operating environment'

The employees' last day is expected to be Nov. 13, Alaska Airlines confirmed.

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Gabby Williams leads Valkyries to WNBA championship in second season, beating Dream 68-63 in Game 7

Gabby Williams scored her team's final 11 points of the third quarter and dazzled through the fourth on the way to 30 points, and the Golden State Valkyries captured a championship in just their second season by beating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in a sensational first WNBA Finals Game 7 Saturday...

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Paycheck into purpose: The Arc Jacksonville aims to create job opportunities for people with IDDs

A local nonprofit is shining a light on a workforce gap that affects millions of Americans — and one Jacksonville woman is helping close it, one load of laundry at a time.The Arc Jacksonville is among the organizations leading the charge in creating employment opportunities for people with...

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Georgia-Florida game in Atlanta this weekend | What to know

On Saturday, Downtown Atlanta gets a little firsthand taste of the Cocktail Party.

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Once Upon a Farm recalls bars over potentially fatal choking hazard for toddlers

Once Upon a Farm is recalling its Tractor Wheels soft-baked bars due to potential choking hazard for toddlers.

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Supplement sold at Whole Foods and Amazon recalled over salmonella concerns

Ashwagandha capsules sold under the 365 Whole Foods Market brand have been recalled because they could be contaminated with salmonella.

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Astros hire Randy Flores as general manager. Former pitcher had been assistant GM with Cardinals

The Houston Astros hired St. Louis Cardinals executive Randy Flores as general manager Friday.Flores replaces Dana Brown, who was let go in August with his contract set to expire at the end of the season. The Astros also need to hire a manager this offseason — Joe Espada's contract was not renewed...

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