Kitty Dukakis, wife of former governor and presidential candidate, dies at 88

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Kitty Dukakis dies at 88
Kitty Dukakis, the former first lady of Massachusetts and wife of presidential nominee Michael Dukakis, has died.CBS News - 7h -
Kitty Dukakis, Activist Wife of 1988 Presidential Nominee, Dies at 88
Married to Gov. Michael Dukakis of Massachusetts, she became a proponent of electroshock therapy after unsuccessful treatments for alcoholism and depression.The New York Times - 2d -
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Former Putin-appointed governor on trial for breaching UK sanctions
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Ex-Yankees OF Gardner's son, Miller, dies at 14
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Former Yankee Brett Gardner's son died on family vacation to Costa Rica: Officials
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Pamela Bach, actor and ex-wife of David Hasselhoff, dies at 62
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Gene Hackman died of heart disease, his wife died of hantavirus about 1 week prior, authorities say
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Pete Buttigieg won't seek Senate, governor jobs amid presidential bid speculation
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Pamela Bach, actor and ex-wife of 'Baywatch' icon David Hasselhoff, dies by suicide
Actor Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff, who appeared in several TV series and was the ex-wife of 'Baywatch' star David Hasselhoff, died of suicide this week. She was 62.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 6 -
What Is Hantavirus, the Disease That Killed Gene Hackman’s Wife?
Ms. Arakawa, the wife of the actor Gene Hackman, died from the effects of a disease often caused by contact with droppings from infected rodents.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
Police release new evidence in timeline of Hackman and his wife's death
Authorities say the actor's wife called for medical help a day after she was thought to have died.BBC News - 6d -
‘This woman destroyed my heart and soul’: After my wife died, her mother turned on me — and presented me with a secret will
“She flipped a switch and instantly my wife’s entire family hated me.”MarketWatch - 4d -
On eve of Olympic election, IOC presidential candidate Samaranch plays down emerging favorite status
With perception growing he can become the next IOC president Thursday, Juan Antonio Samaranch played down his possible status as favorite on the eve of voting. The most open presidential contest ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Former NFL receiver Paul Flatley dies at 84
Former NFL receiver Paul Flatley, the UPI's NFL offensive rookie of the year in 1963, has died.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Gene Hackman’s Wife Died at Least a Day Later Than Originally Thought
Betsy Arakawa made several calls to a medical clinic on Feb. 12, the day after the authorities initially believed that she died.The New York Times - 6d -
Gene Hackman's wife called medical concierge service before she died
Betsy Arakawa, who died from hantavirus, called a medical concierge service two weeks before she and Gene Hackman were found dead.CBS News - Mar. 17 -
Brett Gardner's Family: What to Know About the Former Yankee's Wife Jessica and Sons Miller and Hunter
Former Yankees player Brett Gardner and his wife Jessica announced the death of their 14-year-old son Miller on March 23Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Gene Hackman Lost His Wife and Caregiver, and Spent 7 Days Alone
The exact details may never be known, but Mr. Hackman, 95 with advanced Alzheimer’s, was alone for about a week after his wife and sole caregiver died.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
IOC candidate Samaranch sees diplomacy with Trump as key priority ahead of 2028 LA Olympics
One of the strong candidates to win the IOC's presidential election next week says meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump should be high on the winner's agendaABC News - Mar. 14 -
Erdogan rival arrested days before becoming presidential candidate
Protests erupt in the streets of Istanbul after the move, despite a four-day ban on demonstrations.BBC News - 5d -
Actor Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa died of natural causes one week apart
The 95-year-old actor's Alzheimer's means it is "quite possible" he was unaware of his wife's death, say officials.BBC News - Mar. 8 -
Nita Lowey, former New York representative, dies at 87
Former New York Rep. Nita Lowey (D) died on Saturday, her family confirmed in a statement sent to CBS News. “With great sadness, we announce that former Congresswoman Nita M. Lowey died peacefully ...The Hill - Mar. 16 -
Former MLB pitcher Art Schallock dies at 100
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Alan Simpson, former Wyoming senator, dies at 93
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Longtime Harris supporters torn on possible 2028 presidential run
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Garlin Gilchrist unveils bid to become Michigan’s first Black governor
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Sanders: 'These are the scariest times in my life'
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Trump's second win has some questioning women's electability. Mikie Sherrill says 'Watch me.'
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Harris widely favored to lead Dems in 2028, poll shows
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