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Federal and local governments have poured more than $5 billion into buying tens of thousands of private properties over the past few decades to try to diminish the long-term costs of repeated floods. (May 28)

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Hundreds of men across the U.S. are signing up with lawyers to sue the Boy Scouts for damages related to sex abuse they claim to have suffered at the hands of scout leaders. The wave of litigation poses a financial threat to the Boy Scouts. (May 28)

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An Indiana town was heavily damaged by storms late Monday, including reports of two tornadoes. Emergency officials say about 4,000 people lost power and dozens of homes were damaged. (May 28)

Here’s the latest for Tuesday May 28th: ‘Large and dangerous’ tornado hits Dayton, Ohio area; Severe storm in Indiana; Stabbing attack in Tokyo; President Trump ends Japan trip.

Soaked areas of Arkansas and Oklahoma are forecast to receive more rain, increasing flooding concerns along the already swollen Arkansas River. Fort Smith, Arkansas, officials say flooding has already closed roads and flooded buildings. (May 28)

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Britney Spears wants extended restaining order against former associate; Kate Mara and Jamie Bell announce baby girl; Actor Jim Carter promises “bigger” and “grander” “Downton Abbey” movie. (May 28)

St. Louis Blues fan Jon Hamm shares his excitement and anxiety about his team playing in the Stanley Cup finals. (May 28)

Tony-winner Chuck Cooper, currently on stage in “Choir Boy,” cheers on his Tony-nominee daughter, Lilli, recognized for her work in “Tootsie.” This is the third time they’ve been on Broadway in the same season. (May 28)

In 1998, “Saturday Night Live” star Phil Hartman was shot to death by his wife. (May 28)

Dayton, Ohio Fire Chief Jeffrey Payne says two tornadoes hit the area late Monday night. He also says no fatalities have been found, and only three minor injuries are reported. (May 28)