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Chanelle Chandler
Chanelle Chandler, a Willingboro, N.J. native, is a producer and writer for Yahoo News. Before joining the team in 2018, she served as a writer and producer for Fox News Edge and as a producer and on-air talent for Rap Entertainment Television. Chanelle eventually chased the sun, relocating to Los Angeles in 2014. When she is not telling stories, she and her husband love to read them to their two daughters.
Yahoo NewsA rare 'devil comet' will reach peak brightness this weekend. Here's how you can see it.
On Sunday, the rare devil comet will reach its closest point to the sun, creating an illuminating sky show. Here is how skygazers can watch it.
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1 dead in Mississippi as tornadoes, flash flooding and large hail wreak havoc across Southern U.S.
Gulf coast states, including Louisiana, are getting hit hard with heavy rainfall, tornadoes, hail and flooding. Here's how bad it is.
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Arizona’s Supreme Court ruled that a 160-year-old abortion ban can be enforced. Here's what the ruling means.
The Arizona Supreme Court has upheld a Civil War-era law banning abortions with one exception. Here's what that means for women in the state.
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The Biden administration revises race and ethnicity categories for the census. Here's what that means.
The White House revised the race and ethnicity category to better serve an increasingly diverse America, it says. Here's what that means.
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Beauty influencer Jessica Pettway died of cervical cancer after being misdiagnosed with fibroids. Experts explain how that could happen — and what women should know.
Social media influencer Jessica Pettway died from cervical cancer after doctors said she just had fibroids. Experts explain how this misdiagnosis can happen and how women can advocate for themselves if something doesn't seem right.
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Riley Strain: Body of missing student found in Nashville's Cumberland River
Riley Strain, a 22-year-old finance student who was set to graduate in May, was drinking with friends at Luke’s 32 Bridge on March 8.
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More people are getting abortions, new study says. This Arizona lawmaker is going to have one too.
Arizona state Sen. Eva Burch announced that she was getting an abortion at the end of a legislative session, representing a growing number of people getting abortions, according to a new study.
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Chicago has started evicting migrants from shelters
Chicago has started evicting migrants — who were granted 60 days to find a permanent location under a resettlement policy — from its shelters
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Haiti prepares for a transition of power as deadly violence escalates
Haiti is preparing for a transition of power, with the help of the U.S., after weeks of the country being overrun by deadly gang violence.
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Ryan Gainer, a Black 15-year-old with autism, was fatally shot by California deputies. Here's what we know.
Ryan Gainer, a Black autistic teen, was shot and killed by California deputies after a mental health episode at his family home. While police say they followed protocol, his family said they should have deescalated the situation.
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Florida students and teachers can now 'say gay' in classrooms again. Here's what it actually means for teachers and schools.
Florida educators and students have reached a settlement with Florida education officials to provide clarity on the state's "Don't Say Gay" bill. A legal expert breaks down what that means and outstanding questions the deal leaves.
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The U.S. Embassy in Haiti is urging American citizens to depart the country amid gang violence and unrest. What's going on?
The U.S. is urging Americans to leave Haiti immediately after a surge in deadly gang violence due to political opposition threatens the safety of the country.
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Wendy's says it won't use surge pricing for burgers after announcing 'dynamic pricing.' What's the difference between the 2?
Wendy's is accused of price gouging after announcing new plans to test dynamic pricing in their menu items. But Wendy's said their announcement was misconstrued.
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Texas Panhandle wildfires: Smokehouse Creek Fire has burned more than 1 million acres, making it the largest in state history
Multiple wildfires have torn across the Texas Panhandle, leaving at least one person dead.
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2024 is a leap year. Here's what that means — and why we still have them.
Leap years, with an extra day added to February, happen almost every four years. Here's more about what they are and why we need them.
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Nex Benedict, the nonbinary teen who died in Oklahoma, was reportedly bullied at school. Advocates say anti-LGBTQ laws, rhetoric perpetuate a 'cycle of hate.'
Nex Benedict, a nonbinary student has died a day after being physically assaulted by a group of students. LGBTQ+ advocates point to a 'cycle of hate' in school and legislation
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Why legendary South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn wants young voters to 'be selfish' this election
Rep. Jim Clyburn told Yahoo News that young and Black voters could decide the 2024 presidential election as young voters start to lean less on Biden as their favored candidate.
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Kansas City shooting full coverage: Police say 'dispute between several people' led to gunfire at Chiefs Super Bowl parade
The shooting erupted outside Union Station Wednesday at the conclusion of the Super Bowl victory parade for the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Why are so many Chinese crossing the southern border?
An influx of Chinese migrants, facing China's economic uncertainty, are crossing the U.S.'s southern border.
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How to stay safe during trips to Jamaica and Bahamas after State Department travel advisories
The State Department has issued travel advisories for the island destinations of Jamaica and the Bahamas.