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Cop kills Costco worker who ‘frightened’ her boss with knife

Loudoun County Sheriff Michael Chapman briefs reporters on an officer-involved shooting at a local Costco. Screenshot via NBC Washington.

Police in Loudoun County, Virginia shot and killed a Costco worker on Wednesday who allegedly “frightened” her boss with a knife and threatened employees, then refused to comply when officers arrived. Police claim that they tried to use non-lethal force on 38-year-old Mhai Scott, from Sterling, Va. during the encounter,…

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Fat cat swims for weight loss

Holly the swimming cat

At a “pet resort” in Loudoun County, Virginia, a roundish, domestic medium-haired cat named Holly swims to take off the extra pounds. On Thursday morning, CBS News showed Olde Towne Pet Resort staff member Dani Lawhorne, who brings Holly to the pool, which is mainly used for dogs, because other…

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Skeleton-Santa crucifix defaced in front of courthouse

A skeleton dressed as Santa Clause, hanging on a crucifix. Image: Screenshot via WJLA.com.

During a debate about public decorations at a courthouse in Loudoun County, Virginia, someone decided to set up an odd holiday display: A skeleton dressed as Santa Clause, hanging on a cross. But even before it could spark much attention, someone knocked it down and the owner came and took…

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