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Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose songwriting, distinctive voice, acting career and philanthropy made her one of the most recognizable entertainers in the world, has died at age 80, NBC reported Tuesday.

A former Maryland political aide wanted on corruption charges died Monday after he was wounded while being confronted by law enforcement agents, his lawyer said, following a manhunt that was launched when the man failed to appear for trial.

Attorney Joseph Murtha said the FBI confirmed Roy McGrath’s death to him. He added that it was not immediately clear if McGrath’s wound was self-inflicted or came during an exchange of gunfire with agents.

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Delaware Governor John Carney has also ordered both the U.S. and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities be flown at half-staff until sunset on March 31, 2023.