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Top WPRI 12 News

US Crime · Memphis

Memphis police officers found not guilty of all state charges in Tyre Nichols beating death

65% Center coverage: 284 sources

A Tennessee jury on Wednesday cleared three former Memphis police officers of all state charges stemming from the fatal beating of a Black motorist that sparked protests across the nation two years ago. See the Story

Air Travel · United States

Real ID Act Enforcement Begins for Domestic Air Travel

60% Center coverage: 274 sources

Starting May 7, 2025, passengers must present a REAL ID or alternative TSA-approved identification to board domestic flights, with noncompliant travelers facing additional screening.See the Story

Catholic Church · Vatican City

Black smoke over Vatican signals no pope chosen on first day of conclave

45% Center coverage: 256 sources

Black smoke has emerged from the chimney at the Sistine Chapel, signalling the College of Cardinals has not yet elected a new pope. More than 100 cardinals sequestered themselves in the chapel on Wednesday to elect a new head of the Catholic Church following Pope Francis’ death on Easter Monday. He was 88.See the Story

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