Click here for updates on this story WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (WNEP) — More than 50 people came to hear messages of love, unity, and remembrance in Brandon Park. The non-violent protest comes just one day after Neo-Nazis from the National Socialist Movement (NSM) illegally demonstrated there. The NSM openly supports the oppression of minority groups. “We
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The Bahamian government is banning travelers from the US and other countries where coronavirus cases are surging in an effort to prevent further spread of the virus in the Caribbean nation. All international commercial flights are banned from entering the Bahamas, effective Wednesday, July 22. The only exemptions are visitors from the United Kingdom, European
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In case this was on your 2020 list of worries, the Earth’s magnetic field is not about to reverse itself. Strange behavior in the South Atlantic magnetic field can be traced back as far as 11 million years ago, and it’s unlikely to be linked to any impending reversal of the Earth’s magnetic field, researchers
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America’s poor diet isn’t just bad for us. It’s now considered a threat to national security. Diet-related illnesses are a growing burden on the United States economy, worsening health disparities and impacting national security, according to a white paper published Monday in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Poor nutrition is the leading cause of
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The US Attorney for the Oregon District on Friday requested an investigation into the masked, camouflaged federal authorities without identification badges who are arresting protesters in Portland. The request is aimed specifically at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) personnel who have been captured on various videos arresting protesters and putting them in unmarked SUVs.
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ATLANTA (AP) – Georgia Democrats have selected state Sen. Nikema Williams, chair of the state party, to replace Rep. John Lewis on the ballot in November. The executive committee of the Democratic Party of Georgia voted overwhelmingly on Monday for Williams to take Lewis’ spot on the ballot for the Atlanta-area 5th Congressional District after
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story St. Louis, MO (KMOV) — A 15-year-old boy was charged after a 6-year-old was killed in an accidental shooting in South City Wednesday. The shooting was reported in the 5000 block of South Broadway around 3:15 p.m. Police initially said they received a call saying the young boy
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story HONOLULU, HI (KITV) — Though Hawaii still has its 14-day quarantine mandate in effect for all out-of-state travelers, thousands continue to travel to the Aloha State. However, the Hawaii COVID-19 Joint Information Center says not all travelers have followed the rules. To track everyone, JIC says it’s a
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story GWINNETT COUNTY, GA (WGCL ) — Gwinnett County Public Schools will open the 2020-21 school year on August 12 with all students receiving digital instruction due to increasing coronavirus cases, the district announced Monday. “There is no replacement for face-to-face instruction, and that was our preferred model for
Continue Reading During the coronavirus pandemic, essential workers have been putting their lives at risk to keep our hospitals, grocery stores and public transportation running. So Pennsylvania is providing a bit of help to help them through these difficult times. Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf announced last week that $50 million of the state’s federal CARES funding would
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story VEYO, UT (KSL) — A 5-year-old boy is alive thanks to a quick-thinking lifeguard in Southern Utah, and the community is repaying him for his heroic efforts. A day filled with summer fun quickly took a frightening turn for a family swimming at the Veyo Pool and Resort.
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A weekend sidewalk chalk art event just wasn’t the same with the global pandemic to blame. The 24th annual “Chalk it Up” in Hendersonville had to be downsized this year with no competition at all. But the creator and sponsor of the event, Barbara
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WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald Trump is refusing to publicly commit to accepting the results of the upcoming White House election, recalling a similar threat he made weeks before the 2016 vote, as he scoffs at polls showing him lagging behind Democrat Joe Biden. Trump says it’s too early to make such an ironclad guarantee.
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story LELAND, UT (KSL) — If you’ve never heard of Leland, you’re not alone. In order to learn about it, you’d have to talk with someone like Rex Larsen who’s lived there his entire life and spends his days fighting to keep a little piece of Leland above water.
Continue Reading Savannah Guthrie is undergoing yet another eye surgery. The “Today” co-host, made the announcement during Monday’s broadcast and revealed that the surgery is in fact, today. “Remember when my retina was detached because Charley threw the train at my eye?” Guthrie said. “Well, guys it’s not over. So apparently after you have that retina reattachment
Continue Reading History was made on this day more than half a century ago when two American astronauts walked on the moon. A mission many doubted was possible became reality for Neil Armstrong — the first man to walk on the moon — and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, who joined him 19 minutes later. Here are some facts
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story LANCASTER, PA (WNEP) — A Lancaster man is wanted after he allegedly threatened a woman and threw her two-year-old child onto the shoulder of a highway. Tyree Berry, 34, is facing endangering the welfare of children, simple assault, and terroristic threats charges for his role in the incident.
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WASHINGTON, DC — The desperate race to corral the coronavirus pandemic took on even greater urgency Monday as a burgeoning economic crisis collided with political turmoil. Even as the latest experimental vaccine appeared to show promise, politicians in Washington seemed far apart in finding a way to bring financial relief to Americans. President Donald Trump
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A version of this article first appeared in the “Reliable Sources” newsletter. You can sign up for free right here. When I saw Sean Hannity leading his show with “MORE VIOLENCE GRIPS PORTLAND” and scary video from the streets, I knew something was up. Right-wing media ramped up its coverage of scattered unrest in Portland,
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story BURLINGTON, VT (WPTZ) — Just six days after Burlington’s City Council approved the resolution for a Black Lives Matter mural, hundreds of community members gathered on Main street to take part in painting those three words. The resolution to paint the mural passed unanimously last Monday. And last
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story Boston, MA (WCVB) — As temperatures reach the 90s, the Animal Rescue League of Boston is reminding pet owners of the dangers of leaving animals in hot cars. ARL on Monday is launching its annual safety campaign, Too Hot for Spot. Officials worry they will see more instances
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WASHINGTON, DC — A major source of income for roughly 30 million unemployed people is set to end, threatening their ability to meet rent and pay bills and potentially undercutting the fragile economic recovery. In March, Congress approved an extra $600 in weekly unemployment benefits as part of its $2 trillion relief package aimed at
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story ALBUQUERQUE, NM (KOAT) — Reports of domestic violence started surging in New Mexico in April, once stay-at-home orders were in full effect. Safe House New Mexico, the largest domestic violence shelter in the state, says this pandemic is challenging for people who live in homes that are not
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CROWNPOINT, New Mexico — A top administrator at New Mexico State University’s American Indian Program is rallying help from around the Borderland and beyond to help a community in need that is currently struggling in rural New Mexico. The Navajo Nation community of Crownpoint is located five hours from Las Cruces and despite a population
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story Omaha, NE (KETV) — he women say they met him on different dating sites. “He told me his name was Jay Clarkson, and I met him on Bumble,” said one woman. “This particular site I found John Clark was Facebook dating.” said another. His real name is Jonathan
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story FOREST CITY, Pa. (WNEP) — Aaron Winans loved science, skiing, and playing the saxophone. The 14-year-old was an 8th grader at Forest City Regional Middle School, a member of the Cub Scouts, and wanted to be a surgeon when he grew up. Aaron died in a tragic accident
Continue Reading Bruce Lee, the martial arts icon, was being interviewed by a Hong Kong talk show host when the man asked Lee if he saw himself as Chinese or an American. “Neither,” Lee said. “I think of myself as a human being.” Forty-three years after his sudden death in July of 1973, more people are starting
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) — The state’s Department of Public Health reported a flaw in one of its COVID-19 testing systems that caused false positive results. The flaw, which was reported to both the test manufacturer and the Food and Drug Administration, led to 90 of 144 people tested
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story Oklahoma City, OK ( KFOR) — Owners of a local restaurant say a 300-pound statue that disappeared from their property earlier this month has returned. A giant statue of a Dinosaur named Jake Gyllenhall stands guard outside Guyutes Restaurant. Equipped with a mask and cleaning supplies, he’s taking
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, KS (WDAF) — Gunfire interrupted a quiet Sunday morning in a Kansas City, Kansas neighborhood. Now, police and the victim’s family are looking to find the killer and bring him to justice. Police said Chris Ingram, 43, was shot and killed while working in his garage
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