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George Washington mural causing controversy in San Francisco

A mural portraying George Washington in a San Francisco high school could soon be painted over in response to complaints that it is demeaning in its depiction of slaves on Washington’s Mount Vernon estate and a dead Native American at the feet of settlers heading west. John Blackstone reports. Source

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New book details the battle between man and mosquitoes

It may be hard to believe, but the mosquito has wreaked havoc on the world, killing as many as 50 billion people over the course of human existence. It’s a startling number. And it’s had a huge impact on our history. It’s all detailed in the new book: “The Mosquito: A Human History of Our Deadliest Predator.” Michelle Miller reports. Source

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Police officer shooting at dog accidentally kills woman

The Dallas Morning News reports a police officer in Arlington, Texas has been placed on administrative leave after firing three shots at a dog and accidentally shooting and killing a woman nearby. The officer was checking up on a woman who was said to be passed out near a shopping center when the barking dog ran toward him. A police body camera caught the action. Source

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