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Michael Cohen cashing in on Trump trial with TikTok livestreams

Cohen has been doing nightly livestreams on TikTok that appear to be earning him money through viewers' donations, according to hours of his streams viewed by ABC News.
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VIDEO: Michael Cohen cashing in on Trump trial with TikTok livestreams
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Judge rules that prosecutors have met burden for most gag order violations

Donald Trump was fined $9,000 for violating nine cases brought on by the prosecution.
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VIDEO: Judge rules that prosecutors have met burden for most Trump gag order violations
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Stranger Than Fiction: The Murder of Angie Dodge

After relentless interrogation, a man confesses to murder, but the victim's mother becomes convinced of his innocence after watching recordings of his questioning.
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VIDEO: Stranger Than Fiction: The Murder of Angie Dodge
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National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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Columbia University's Hamilton Hall is no stranger to protest occupation

From civil rights protesters in 1968 to South African apartheid protesters in 1985, the occupation of Hamilton Hall over the war in Gaza is only the latest in a long history of protest occupations.
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VIDEO: Columbia University's Hamilton Hall is no stranger to protest occupation
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2-year-old boy dies after bounce house carried away by wind gusts

The boy, who currently remains unnamed, was transported to a local hospital where he died while the other child was found to have non-life-threatening injuries.
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The boy, who currently remains unnamed, was transported to a local hospital where he died while the other child was found to have non-life-threatening injuries.
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Hunter Biden threatens to sue Fox News for airing 'revenge porn'

ABC News obtained a letter his attorneys sent to the network last week.
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Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, listens as his attorney Abbe Lowell makes a statement to the press following a closed-door deposition before the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and House Judiciary Committee in the O'Neill House Office Building on February 28, 2024 in Washington, DC.
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'Tragic loss': Charlotte officials mourn 4 law enforcement officials killed

Mayor Lyles asked for Charlotte to join in "uplifting the grieving families."
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Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles gets choked up as she speaks at a press conference regarding a shooting in Charlotte, N.C., Monday, April 29, 2024.
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Man under influence of alcohol injured after kicking bison in the leg at Yellowstone

A 40-year-old who allegedly kicked a bison in the leg while under the influence of alcohol at Yellowstone National Park, was injured by the animal and arrested.
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A 40-year-old who allegedly kicked a bison in the leg while under the influence of alcohol at Yellowstone National Park, was injured by the animal and arrested.
April 30

2 giant pandas from China coming to San Diego Zoo

The China Wildlife and Conservation Association has transported pandas to U.S. facilities since 1972.
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The China Wildlife and Conservation Association has transported pandas to U.S. facilities since 1972.
April 30

Michael Cohen is cashing in on the Trump trial with TikTok livestreams

As he waits to testify in Donald Trump's hush money trial, Michael Cohen is discussing the proceedings on TikTok - which some experts say could hurt him in the courtroom.
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As he waits to testify in Donald Trump's hush money trial, Michael Cohen is discussing the proceedings on TikTok - which some experts say could hurt him in the courtroom.
April 30

'No one should be left behind': WNBA's Griner reflects on freedom from Russian prison

The athlete spoke out in an exclusive interview with ABC News' Robin Roberts.
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Brittney Griner speaks with Robin Roberts during an interview with ABC News.
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Texas tornado critically injures police lieutenant, department says

James Waller, a 22-year veteran of the force, was hospitalized, police said.
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Police tape at a crime scene.
April 30

Man under influence of alcohol injured after kicking bison in the leg at Yellowstone

The man now faces a series of possible fines and jail time after the incident.
April 30
A 40-year-old man who allegedly kicked a bison in the leg while under the influence of alcohol at Yellowstone National Park, was injured by the animal and arrested, officials say.
April 30

2-year-old boy dies after bounce house carried away by wind gusts

Police say that the incident appears to be a “tragic accident.”
April 30
April 29

4 law enforcement officials killed, 4 injured in Charlotte, while serving warrants

Authorities have identified three of the slain officers.
April 29
Numerous law enforcement officers struck by gunfire in active situation in the 5000 block of Galway Drive, Charlotte, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
April 29

Semitruck slams into oncoming vehicle in Nebraska as strong storms hit heartland

A storm chaser captured the moment a semitruck slammed into his vehicle on Friday as strong storms hit southeastern Nebraska.
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VIDEO: Semitruck slams into oncoming vehicle in Nebraska as strong storms hit heartland
April 29

4 takeaways from the 1st week of testimony in Trump’s hush money trial

Prosecutors laid the groundwork of their case against the former president.
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Former President Donald Trump sits in the courtroom at Manhattan criminal court in New York, April 26, 2024.
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ABC News Live Prime: Monday, April 29, 2024

Three U.S. Marshals task force members killed, 5 officers shot in NC; how the Pentagon is combatting potentially toxic PFAS; Rock legend Billy Idol on celebrating 40 years of "Rebel Yell."
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Monday, April 29, 2024
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Inside Pentagon's effort to clean up 'forever chemicals'

ABC News' Devin Dwyer has an exclusive look at what the Pentagon is doing to combat PFAS and what's at stake in the Michigan community considered ground zero for the potentially toxic problem.
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VIDEO: Inside Pentagon's effort to clean up 'forever chemicals'
April 29

By The Numbers: Tornadoes

A look at the numbers behind the devastating costs of tornadoes.
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VIDEO: By The Numbers: Tornadoes
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ABC News Live Rundown: Monday, April 29, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Monday, April 29, 2024
April 29

Fraught US-China relations analyzed in 'World on the Brink'

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with national security expert and CrowdStrike co-founder Dmitri Alperovitch about his book, "World on the Brink," and rising tensions between the U.S., China and Taiwan.
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VIDEO: Fraught US-China relations analyzed in 'World on the Brink'
April 29

3 members of US Marshals Fugitive Task Force killed in North Carolina: Police

Three law enforcement officers were killed and five more were wounded in a shooting incident in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Monday afternoon, authorities say.
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VIDEO: 3 members of US Marshals Fugitive Task Force killed in North Carolina: Police
April 29

College students nationwide protesting over Israel-Hamas war

Our panel answers how campuses can manage student safety while preserving students’ rights.
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VIDEO: College students nationwide protesting over Israel-Hamas war
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Protests rage on college campuses nationwide

Moshe Lavi, whose brother-in law Omri Miran has been held in captivity for more than 200 days, joins the show. Also, renewed hostage and cease-fire negotiations take place in Cairo Monday.
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The storied history of the Manhattan courthouse where Trump now stands trial

100 Centre Street has been the site of numerous famed trials over the years.
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In this Jan. 25, 2013, file photo, the Manhattan Criminal Court building is shown at 100 Centre St., in New York.
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Pecker said Trump stories were 'Enquirer gold.' He said he killed them to help Trump

The tabloid publisher was the first witness in Trump's hush money trial.
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David Pecker is cross examined by Emil Bove during former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in Manhattan state court in New York City, April 26, 2024 in this courtroom sketch.
April 29

State prosecutors won't retry Arizona rancher accused of fatally shooting migrant

The defense has requested to dismiss the case with prejudice.
April 29
George Alan Kelly enters court for his preliminary hearing in Nogales Justice Court in Nogales, Ariz., Feb. 22, 2023.
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Numerous law enforcement officers shot in Charlotte: Police

Law enforcement officers were trying to serve a warrant in a residential neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina, and were met with gunfire.
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VIDEO: Numerous law enforcement officers shot in Charlotte: Police
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77-year-old great-grandmother who stopped a robbery is running for City Council

Faye Taylor wants to reduce crime in the city where she was born and raised.
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Faye Taylor is running for council woman in District 3.
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Oregon Lottery announces 3 winners of $1.326 billion Powerball ticket

The ticket was the fourth-largest Powerball jackpot in history.
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The ticket was the fourth-largest Powerball jackpot in history.
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Immigrant battling cancer among trio who won $1.326 billion Powerball ticket

The ticket was the fourth-largest Powerball jackpot in history.
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Powerball lottery tickets pictured inside a store in Homestead, Florida July 19, 2023.
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Who is Karen McDougal and how is she connected to Trump's hush money case?

The former Playboy model may testify at Trump's hush money trial.
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In this undate file photo, Playboy Playmate of the Year Karen McDougal poses with her new Shelby series Mustang which she received at ceremonies held at the Playboy Mansion in Beverly Hills, Calif.
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Politicians divided over student protests on college campuses

ABC News' political director Rick Klein reports on the elected officials who have chimed in to either support or speak out against the student protests being staged on college campuses.
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VIDEO: Politicians divided over student protests on college campuses
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Who is Hope Hicks and how is she connected to Trump's hush money case?

Hicks is expected to testify in Trump's Manhattan criminal trial.
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Hope Hicks smiles at President Donald Trump during a Make America Great Again rally, Nov. 1, 2020, in Dubuque, Iowa.
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2 giant pandas from China to arrive at San Diego Zoo under conservation partnership

The giant pandas are named Yun Chuan and Xin Bao.
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In this handout image from the Zooilogical Society of San Diego, A giant panda cub Mei Sheng celebrates his second birthday by diving right into his birthday cake on August 19, 2005 in San Diego, California.
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AI making it easier to carry out chemical, biological, nuclear attacks: DHS

A new report cites a lack of regulations in chemical and biological enforcement.
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A new report cites a lack of regulations in chemical and biological enforcement.
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Sen. McConnell, Speaker Johnson honor Medal of Honor recipient Col. Ralph Puckett Jr.

Col. Ralph Puckett Jr.'s cremated remains will lie in honor at the U.S. Capitol rotunda on Monday.
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Col. Ralph Puckett Jr.'s cremated remains will lie in honor at the U.S. Capitol rotunda on Monday.
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Testimony in Trump hush money trial to resume Tuesday

The jury will hear from banker Gary Farro, who allegedly helped former President Donald Trump's fixer Michael Cohen set up a fake company to wire money to Stormy Daniels.
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VIDEO: Testimony in Trump hush money trial to resume Tuesday
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Michael Cohen is cashing in on the Trump trial with TikTok livestreams

"Trump 2024? More like Trump 20-24 years," Cohen said on a recent stream.
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Michael Cohen, Donald Trump's former attorney, appears on a series of TikTok live streams in April, 2024.
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OnlyFans giving celebrities new revenue stream, minus the hard-core content

The site saved "Sopranos" actress from losing her home during COVID-19.
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The OnlyFans logo is being displayed on a smartphone screen and on a computer screen.
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Banker who says helped Michael Cohen set up hush money payment to continue testimony

Gary Farro testified how he set up an account in October 2016 for Michael Cohen to funnel money to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
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VIDEO: Banker who says helped Michael Cohen set up hush money payment to continue testimony
April 29

Lawsuit filed against Columbia University for allegedly violating safety protocols

The lawsuit alleges that Columbia violated its own safety protocols in allowing extremist protestors to push Jewish students off campus.
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VIDEO: Lawsuit filed against Columbia University for allegedly violating safety protocols
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Mother who went missing on bike ride died by homicide, autopsy shows

Husband Barry Morphew was charged in her death, but those were later dropped.
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Suzanne Morphew is seen in this undated photo released by Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office via Facebook on May 11, 2020, when she went missing.
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Millions under threat of severe weather in Midwest

ABC's Melissa Adan reports from Oklahoma City as the heartland is still under threat of more severe weather.
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VIDEO: Millions under threat of severe weather in Midwest
April 29

Columbia University tells protesters they must leave encampment by Monday afternoon

The university said negotiations with the protesters broke down and that those in the encampments have until 2 p.m. Monday to leave.
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VIDEO: Columbia University tells protestors they must leave campus today
April 29

3 police officers shot and suspect dead after standoff: Officials

The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.
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The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.
April 29

Tracking the storms slamming the Midwest

ABC meteorologist Somara Theodore has the latest on the storms' track and timing.
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VIDEO: Tracking the storms slamming the Midwest
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Millions under threat of severe weather

Millions of Americans are still under threat of severe weather after multiple tornadoes tore through Texas, Iowa, Nebraska, and Oklahoma over the weekend.
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VIDEO: Millions under threat of severe weather