Ex-politician testifies he’s innocent in the killing of a Las Vegas investigative reporter
Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — A former Democratic politician has told a Nevada jury that he didn’t kill a Las Vegas investigative…
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Judge rejects GOP call to give Wisconsin youth prison counselors more freedom to punish inmates
Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A federal judge has rejected Republican legislators’ calls to give counselors at Wisconsin’s…
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National fentanyl prevention and awareness day recognized by DEA
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is recognizes National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day on Wednesday, August…
Continue Reading Georgia counties urge state elections board to stop changing rules ahead of November
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia counties are asking the state’s Election Board to stop changing the rules ahead of the November election.…
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House Speaker Mike Johnson joins former Rep. Yvette Herrell in Las Cruces for NRCC ‘Battle Station’ grand opening
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson, along with former U.S. Representative Yvette Herrell, will be…
Continue Reading Tim Walz is still introducing himself to voters. Here are things to know about Harris’ VP pick
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kamala Harris’ running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, will face a national audience when he headlines the…
Continue Reading Babysitter pleads guilty to manslaughter for death of man she injured when he was a baby in 1984
Associated Press FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A former babysitter pleaded guilty to manslaughter Wednesday for the 2019 death of a man she was…
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Supreme Court’s ‘shadow docket’ returns with a vengeance
By John Fritze and Devan Cole, CNN (CNN) — Less than a month ago, Justice Elena Kagan suggested the Supreme Court consider dialing back its…
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US grouped with Mexico, Italy and Britain at Houston in 1st round of 2026 World Baseball Classic
NEW YORK (AP) — The United States will face Mexico, Italy and Britain in Group B of the first round of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, which be…
Continue Reading FAA sent 43 more cases of unruly airline passengers to the FBI for possible prosecution
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. officials say they referred 43 cases of unruly airline passengers to the FBI for possible prosecution in the last year. The…
Continue Reading Spider forces male fireflies to flash like females to set a lethal trap, scientists say
By Katie Hunt, CNN (CNN) — In the paddy fields and around the ponds of central China, a common species of orb-weaving spider builds new webs…
Continue Reading Shein sues Temu over copyright infringements as the legal feud between the two companies heats up
AP Business Writer Online fast-fashion giant Shein is suing its competitor Temu once again, accusing the China-founded shopping platform of stealing…
Continue Reading The UAE accepts credentials of Taliban ambassador in a major diplomatic win for Afghanistan’s rulers
ISLAMABAD (AP) — The United Arab Emirates has accepted the credentials of the Taliban’s ambassador to the oil-rich Gulf Arab country.…
Continue Reading Jacinda Ardern Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of Jacinda Ardern, former prime minister of New Zealand. Personal Birth date: July…
Continue Reading Tim Walz prepares to introduce himself, helped by football players, students and Amy Klobuchar
CNN By Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — Former football players coached by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will be on hand as his name is entered into…
Continue Reading Police target governor of northern Brazil state in probe of COVID-19 alleged fraud
Associated Press SAO PAULO (AP) — The governor of Brazil’s Tocantins northern state has denied any wrongdoing, hours after the country’s…
Continue Reading Tim Walz prepares to introduce himself, helped by football players, students and Amy Klobuchar
By Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — Former football players coached by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will be on hand as his name is entered into nomination…
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Juarez woman sentenced to 20 years for recruiting for Mexican Drug Trafficking Organization
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A 43-year-old Juarez woman was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for recruiting for a Mexican drug trafficking…
Continue Reading Government: US economy added 818,000 fewer jobs than first reported in year that ended in March
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy added 818,000 fewer jobs from April 2023 through March this year than were originally reported, the government…
Continue Reading What to watch on the Democratic National Convention’s third day in Chicago
Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — The Democratic National Convention heads into its third day on Wednesday. Democrats will hear from Gov. Tim Walz,…
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Covid tied to higher risk of depression, anxiety, PTSD and other conditions, with the unvaccinated most affected, study shows
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — Editor’s Note: If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters,…
Continue Reading Greek authorities rescued 147 migrants trying to reach the country in small boats
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Greek authorities say they have rescued nearly 150 migrants trying to reach the country by sea in small boats over a 24-hour…
Continue Reading NY appeals court to hear oral arguments on Trump’s $454 million civil fraud judgment next month
By Kara Scannell, CNN (CNN) — A New York appeals court will hear oral arguments on Donald Trump’s appeal of the $454 million civil judgment…
Continue Reading How well do you know the US Open? Try an AP quiz about the year’s last Grand Slam tennis tournament
AP Tennis Writer How well do you know the U.S. Open? The year’s last Grand Slam tennis tournament begins Monday on the hard courts of the USTA…
Continue Reading Putin meets China’s Premier Li as Moscow and Beijing deepen their relations
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin has met with Chinese premier Li Qiang at the Kremlin. He hailed growing trade relations as Moscow…
Continue Reading It’s not just IUDs. Gynecologists and patients are focused on making procedures less painful
AP Health Writers Federal officials affirmed this month that the pain people might feel when getting an IUD can be more than doctors’ promises…
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Alicia Silverstone is ‘alive and well’ after concern over her possibly poisonous snack
CNN By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — No need to worry about Alicia Silverstone, you guys. The “Clueless” star sparked concern after she…
Continue Reading Alicia Silverstone is ‘alive and well’ after concern over her possibly poisonous snack
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — No need to worry about Alicia Silverstone, you guys. The “Clueless” star sparked concern after she…
Continue Reading Takeaways from the second night of the Democratic National Convention
CNN By Eric Bradner and Arit John, CNN (CNN) — Barack and Michelle Obama electrified the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, delivering…
Continue Reading How to avoid the worst of jet lag and maximize your travel time
AP Medical Writer LONDON (AP) — Jet lag is a problem for many travelers but there are some easy ways to adjust your body clock. It might take…
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