Tennessee Prison Chief Was Hired Despite a Trail of Troubled Executions

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3 October 2026 at 01:48

By: Eduardo Medina， Jack Healy and Emily Cochrane

The failed execution of Christa Pike has prompted new scrutiny of Frank Strada, the state’s top prison official, and his past role overseeing executions in Arizona.

Frank Strada speaks at Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville after an execution in August.

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Not All National Parks Remain Open in the Shutdown. Here’s What to Know.
5 October 2025 at 09:01

Not All National Parks Remain Open in the Shutdown. Here’s What to Know.

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5 October 2025 at 09:01

By: Chris Hippensteel

Some underground attractions are closed, and many outdoor sites have reduced their services.

Grand Canyon National Park will remain open to the public during the shutdown.

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At Least 72 Deaths in U.S. Are Connected to Severe Winter Weather
22 January 2024 at 01:15

At Least 72 Deaths in U.S. Are Connected to Severe Winter Weather

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22 January 2024 at 01:15

By: Jacey Fortin and Colbi Edmonds

The number from officials and news reports is likely to rise as authorities assess the fallout from the extreme conditions in many parts of the country.