Coal mine explosion in China kills 90 people

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A gas explosion at a coal mine in China’s northern Shanxi province killed at least 90 people, state media said on Saturday, in the country’s deadliest mining accident in recent years. Official news agency Xinhua said the accident at Changzhi city’s Liushenyu coal mine happened on Friday evening. Around 247 workers were on duty at the time. Nine miners were still unaccounted for as of Saturday afternoon, Xinhua said, and more than 120 people were hospitalized. The cause of the explosion was under investigation, Xinhua reported, and rescue work is pressing on with hundreds of rescuers and medical personnel sent to the site. Among the injured, many were hurt by toxic gas, according to state media CCTV. Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for an all-out effort to rescue the missing, reported Xinhua. Xi also called for the “proper handling of the aftermath of the accident and urged a thorough investigation into its cause, with accountability pursued in accordance wi...
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FOX 2 In You Neighborhood: Alton, Illinois

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ALTON, Ill. - FOX 2 is in your neighborhood, Alton!

We explored so much of what the city has to offer, from historical sites and haunted tours to great entertainment this weekend.

'Fast Eddie's' is one of the most popular spots on the riverfront. The Bon Air brings in visitors from all around the world with its cold beer and $4 hamburgers. They claim to be the celebration spot for 7,000 21st birthdays every year.

Right across the street is the 'Argosy Casino.' It's one of the smallest casinos in the area, but it was also the first. Also, don't forget to check out 'Old Bakery Beer Company,' where every year they celebrate Robert Wadlow's birthday.

You can also learn about Alton's haunted past by taking the Odyssey bus or walking tour. There's beer involved in that as well.

The Alton High School Dance Team showed us their moves, and we had a great chat with Mayor David Goins, the first African American mayor in Alton. 



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