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In the DOJ’s aborted investigation of Southern Coal, prosecutors and federal agents had begun to gather evidence, scrutinizing testimony in the Justices’ various civil trials, and had approached former employees seeking information.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

The pursuit had begun in South Los Angeles and ended near Marietta and Garnet streets at about 2:15 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The stock has already begun to rebound, closing up 3.8% on Monday and extending those gains into Tuesday.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

It added that it had already begun selling tickets but can no longer provide them to fans, some of whom have already made travel arrangements.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

In 1799, New York had begun the gradual process of abolishing slavery.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock