Tropical Storm Milton has formed in the Gulf of Mexico
MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Milton has formed in the Gulf of Mexico.
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Helene death toll rises to at least 232 across 6 states
By Joe Sutton, Raja Razek, Rebekah Riess, Holly Yan, Ashley R. Williams, Samantha Waldenberg and Sarah Dewberry, CNN (CNN) — The death toll from Helene has risen to at least 232 people across six states, according to CNN’s tally, after more deaths were announced over the weekend in North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. Helene
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Employee sentenced in murder of Pizza Hut manager
By Tajma Hall Click here for updates on this story MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin (WDJT) — A sentence has been handed down to the employee charged with killing a Pizza Hut manager in South Milwaukee. Kavonn Ingram was sentenced to 40 years after he pleaded guilty to first degree reckless homicide. He entered the guilty plea back
Continue Reading 105-year-old former army nurse during WWII shares her story
By Michele Fiore Click here for updates on this story WAUWATOSA, Wisconsin (WDJT) — Sixteen million Americans served in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II. Survivors are well over 90 years old now, and there are just 66,000 left. Among them, a woman who grew up in Milwaukee. Marjorie Jothen is 105 and
Continue Reading Cowboys WR Brandin Cooks will miss at least 4 games because of infection in knee
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys placed Brandin Cooks on injured reserve Saturday with a knee issue, sidelining their No. 2 receiver behind All-Pro CeeDee Lamb for at least four games. Cooks was already out for a visit to Pittsburgh on Sunday night but now will miss at least three more games. The 31-year-old
Continue Reading Raptor Center sees increase in entanglement injuries with birds and soccer nets
By Ubah Ali Click here for updates on this story ST. PAUL, Minnesota (WCCO) — We’re “owl” all in this together — that’s the message experts at the Raptor Center are pushing after five raptors got caught in soccer nets while on the hunt. One red-tailed hawk and four great horned owls got themselves into
Continue Reading Raptor Center sees increase in entanglement injuries with birds and soccer nets
WCCO, THE RAPTOR CENTER, CNN By Ubah Ali Click here for updates on this story ST. PAUL, Minnesota (WCCO) — We’re “owl” all in this together — that’s the message experts at the Raptor Center are pushing after five raptors got caught in soccer nets while on the hunt. One red-tailed hawk and four great
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The jobs number surpassed everyone’s expectations. Cue the complaints about the Fed
By Bryan Mena, CNN Washington (CNN) — Last month, the Federal Reserve slashed interest rates by a supersized half point in a bid to maintain the job market’s strength, Chair Jerome Powell explained in a news conference after the decision was announced. But when fresh data this Friday showed the job market is more robust
Continue Reading Former New York Gov. David Paterson and stepson attacked after argument
By Paradise Afshar and Michelle Watson, CNN (CNN) — Former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson were attacked Friday night while walking near their home in New York City, according to a spokesperson for Paterson. When officers arrived at the scene at about 8:30 p.m. ET on Second Avenue near East 96th Street, they
Continue Reading Football player saved by AED after going into cardiac arrest
By Ubah Ali Click here for updates on this story STILLWATER, Minnesota (WCCO) — The gridiron is where winners are crowned and incredible comebacks happen. Stillwater High School Sophomore Keegan Hawke has one great comeback story. On Sept. 24, Hawke went into cardiac arrest and collapsed during football practice. “All I remember is him saying
Continue Reading Entire Chicago Board of Education to resign amid dispute with mayor over CPS CEO’s future
By Todd Feurer, Jermont Terry, Sabrina Franza Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — The entire Chicago Board of Education is expected to resign later this month, amid a dispute with Mayor Brandon Johnson over the fate of Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez, Johnson’s office and the board confirmed Friday afternoon.
Continue Reading Scenic Blue Ridge Parkway remains closed after suffering catastrophic impacts from Helene
By Raja Razek and Joe Sutton, CNN (CNN) — The famed Blue Ridge Parkway – spanning more than 400 miles – remains closed with no reopening date, according to the National Park Service. “The entire length of the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina and Virginia is closed as crews continue their assessment of the damage from Hurricane
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‘Magical’ flotilla of hot air balloons take flight at international fiesta amid warm temperatures
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A flotilla of hot air balloons ascended into a clear desert sky on Saturday to kick off a colorful mass ascension at the 52nd annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The nine-day gathering draws hundreds of thousands of spectators and pilots to New Mexico each fall for the rare opportunity
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‘Magical’ flotilla of hot air balloons take flight at international fiesta amid warm temperatures
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A flotilla of hot air balloons ascended into a clear desert sky on Saturday to kick off a colorful mass ascension at the 52nd annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The nine-day gathering draws hundreds of thousands of spectators and pilots to New Mexico each fall for the rare opportunity
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Protect your lungs this National Healthy Lung Month
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Even if you think you have healthy lungs, a local doctor warns you could be compromised. Dr. Fahad Omar, a pulmonologist with Del Sol Medical Center, is urging you to check in with your doctor regularly, especially during October, which is National Healthy Lung Month. “Cancer is one of the
Continue Reading N.C. Wildlife Commission offers tips to reduce human-bear interactions after Helene
By Zola Sigmon Click here for updates on this story BUNCOMBE COUNTY, North Carolina (WLOS) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is receiving reports of an increase in human-black bear interactions in Asheville and Buncombe County, according to a release. The release said impacts from Hurricane Helene on local government services and infrastructure are leading
Continue ReadingLess than 10 days after Helene made landfall, Florida braces for another hurricane, potentially a Category 3
CNN By Allison Chinchar and Elisa Raffa, CNN (CNN) — Less than 10 days after Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida, the state is bracing for another potentially devastating blow from a hurricane in the Gulf of Mexico, this one a potential Category 3 storm. Tropical Storm Milton formed in the western Gulf on Saturday
Continue Reading New drone images show extensive damage to Asheville’s water system by Helene
By Marc Liverman Click here for updates on this story ASHEVILLE, North Carolina (WLOS) — News 13 got an up-close look at some of the progress made to rebuild a big part of Asheville’s water system. Thanks to Hurricane Helene, tens of thousands are now going more than a week without running water. City officials
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Biden administration won’t extend legal status for certain migrants from four countries
By Priscilla Alvarez, CNN (CNN) — The Biden administration won’t extend legal permissions for certain migrants from Nicaragua, Cuba, Venezuela and Haiti provided through a temporary humanitarian program designed to curb illegal border crossings, requiring them to seek other legal means to remain in the United States, according to the Department of Homeland Security. The
Continue Reading County wants to buy a boat to clear abandoned cars, boats from river
KOVR By KOVR Staff Click here for updates on this story SACRAMENTO (KOVR) — The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office is trying to buy a new boat worth more than a million dollars, but this is no luxury yacht. The department estimates there are currently more than 100 sunken cars and boats on the bottom of
Continue Reading County wants to buy a boat to clear abandoned cars, boats from river
By KOVR Staff Click here for updates on this story SACRAMENTO (KOVR) — The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office is trying to buy a new boat worth more than a million dollars, but this is no luxury yacht. The department estimates there are currently more than 100 sunken cars and boats on the bottom of the
Continue Reading Drug 100 times stronger than fentanyl seized for 1st time
By Jennifer McLogan Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK (WCBS/WLNY) — Carfentanil, a synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl, has been seized on Long Island for the first time. A seven-month narcotics investigation just led to a seizure of the deadly drug, typically used to tranquilize large mammals, in Suffolk
Continue Reading Drug 100 times stronger than fentanyl seized for 1st time
WCBS, DEA, CAROLE TROTTERE, CNN By Jennifer McLogan Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK (WCBS/WLNY) — Carfentanil, a synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl, has been seized on Long Island for the first time. A seven-month narcotics investigation just led to a seizure of the deadly drug, typically used to
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El Gobierno de Biden no extenderá el estatus legal para ciertos inmigrantes de Nicaragua, Cuba, Venezuela y Haití
Andrea Saint Martin (CNN) — El Gobierno de Joe Biden no extenderá los permisos legales para ciertos inmigrantes de Nicaragua, Cuba, Venezuela y Haití proporcionados a través de un programa humanitario temporal diseñado para frenar los cruces ilegales de fronteras, requiriendo que busquen otros medios legales para permanecer en Estados Unidos, de acuerdo con el
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The cooking method you need to learn to get excited about vegetables this fall, expert says
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — When you think of a meal, are vegetables the forgettable side character or the villain? What if they could be the star of the show? “Eat more vegetables,” doctors and dietitians say over and over. But for many people, it’s hard to do, because they aren’t excited about veggies
Continue Reading Ohio court refers case brought by citizens’ group against Trump, Vance to prosecutors
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio court has referred to county prosecutors a criminal case brought by a citizens’ group against the Republican presidential and vice presidential candidates over their comments about Haitian immigrants. Springfield officials said in a statement Saturday that the Clark County municipal court found no probable cause to issue warrants or
Continue Reading Keanu Reeves spins out at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in pro auto racing debut
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Hollywood star Keanu Reeves made his professional auto racing debut on Saturday in an event in which “The Matrix” star spun out at famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Reeves spun into the grass without a collision on the exit of Turn 9 a little more than halfway through the 45-minute race. He re-entered
Continue Reading Se forma la tormenta tropical Milton en el golfo de México y se prevé una “marejada ciclónica potencialmente mortal” en Florida
Gonzalo Zegarra (CNN) — La depresión tropical 14 se convirtió en la tormenta tropical Milton, de acuerdo con una actualización especial del Centro Nacional de Huracanes de EE.UU. (NHC, por sus siglas en inglés). La tormenta tropical Milton tiene vientos sostenidos de 40 millas por hora (64,3 km/h) en su centro. Se encuentra a 220
Continue Reading Hungarians protest state media ‘propaganda factory’ and demand unbiased press
Associated Press BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Thousands of protesters have gathered outside the headquarters of Hungary’s public media corporation to demonstrate against what they say is an entrenched, taxpayer-funded propaganda network operated by the nationalist government. The Saturday protest was organized by Hungary’s most prominent opposition figure, Péter Magyar, and his upstart TISZA party. It
Continue Reading Attempts to cross the English Channel on small boats leave 4 migrants, including a child, dead
PARIS (AP) — French authorities say four migrants, including a 2-year-old child, have died in two separate incidents as they were attempting to cross the English Channel toward Britain. France’s Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau deplored a “terrible tragedy” on X, saying that the child “was trampled to death in a boat.” In a news conference,
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