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Minneapolis air quality ranks worst in world as wildfires continue

Minneapolis, Minnesota’s air quality ranked worst in the world among major cities Thursday due to thick smoke from wildfires burning in the northern part of the state.

Democrats urge DHS to shut down Dilley immigration detention center

Rep. Joaquin Castro and other congressional Democrats have sent a letter to DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin urging the shutdown of the Dilley immigration detention center.

Teleprompter operator made more than $100K betting on Trump's speeches: Sources

President Trump's longtime teleprompter operator is believed to have made tens of thousands of dollars by placing bets on the contents of Trump's speeches, sources say.

US weekly unemployment claims fall to 208,000, fewest in 10 weeks

Filings for unemployment benefits fell last week to the lowest level in 10 weeks as U.S. layoffs remain historically low

WATCH: Bear dashes off with golfer's clubs

While the golfers return their cart at Golden Eagle Gold Club in British Columbia, a bear seemed awfully fond of their clubs and makes a dash for them.

Blue Angels conducting review after jet flies over Florida beachgoers

Officials with the U.S. Navy's elite Blue Angels said they're conducting a review after social media footage showed a jet flying low over a crowd of beachgoers.

WATCH: Crowd chaos at Yosemite National Park

Overcrowding at one of the nation's national parks is raising safety concerns as hikers are seen squeezing past each other down a steep and packed cliffside at a popular trail.

Dangerous wildfire smoke continues with air quality alerts in at least 17 states

Detroit and Minneapolis rank among the top major cities with poor air quality.

Sam Neill's cause of death revealed

Sam Neill, known for his roles in the "Jurassic Park" films, died from pneumonia, a representative for the actor said in a statement on Wednesday.

The World Cup final is set and Argentina facing Spain for the title on Sunday

The World Cup final is set for Sunday in East Rutherford, New Jersey, featuring a clash between Argentina and Spain

WATCH: Woman with autism goes viral for love of gardening

ABC News' Danny New talks to Sarah Alday, a 24-year-old woman with autism who has amassed millions of fans on social media by sharing her passion for gardening.

Federal panel reviews fencing plan, screening center to improve White House security

Proposals from the Trump administration to improve security around the White House are up for review by the federal agency with oversight over the design

Iran live updates: Jordan intercepts 8 Iranian missiles, state media says

President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.

Trump is taking longer to approve disaster aid, denying Democratic states more

Americans are waiting longer for disaster aid under President Donald Trump, with delays often lasting weeks or months

Democrats fight to win back Latino voters who are key to flipping the House

With conflict overseas and high costs, Democrats are eyeing key House races that have significant Latino populations that are essential for a House majority.