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1. Brian Laundrie's movements, decisions during disappearance questioned
The FBI has confirmed the remains found at a wildlife reserve in southwest Florida are those of Brian Laundrie. Now, investigators are seeking to piece together more about how he and Gabby Petito both died.
2. Sheriff: Alec Baldwin fired prop gun on movie set, killing woman
Actor Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun on the set of his new film "Rust" in New Mexico that killed the movie's director of photography.
3. School board members believe ongoing threats, harassment part of organized effort
Florida school board members harassed and bullied reveal the extent of the threats they've received and why, they believe, this harassment represents a much bigger problem.
4. CDC director signs off on Johnson & Johnson, Moderna boosters
Centers for Disease Control Director Dr. Rachelle Walensky signed off on a recommendation to offer COVID-19 booster shots from Johnson & Johnson and Moderna. Certain people who received Pfizer vaccinations months ago are already eligible for a booster.
5. FAU launches campaigns to prevent domestic violence
Police at Florida Atlantic University are asking students and faculty members who may be victims of domestic violence to come forward.
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On This Day In History
President John F. Kennedy alerted Americans to the Cuban missile crisis on Oct. 22, 1962, declaring a naval blockade to prevent further missile shipments to the island country.
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