Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — A Massachusetts man has been sentenced to two life terms for the killing of a police officer and a bystander six years ago. Emanuel Lopes was found guilty earlier this year of multiple charges, including murder. It was the second trial for Lopes after Norfolk Superior Court Judge Beverly Cannone
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By Erika Tulfo, CNN (CNN) — It’s a summer for single-digit dollar deals as IHOP and Denny’s join other big-name food chains in offering value menu options. The two companies are the latest restaurants trying to appeal to consumers being more selective with their dollars in the wake of price increases. IHOP announced this week
Continue Reading By Chris Isidore and Matt Stiles, CNN (CNN) — Boeing once had a reputation for unmatched safety and quality, an economic giant and a shining example of American industrial prowess. No longer. Since late 2018, a series of setbacks has besieged the company, including two fatal crashes that grounded its best-selling jet and an incident
Continue Reading By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN New York (CNN) — The Federal Reserve on Wednesday did not lower its key interest rate, which has been sitting at a 23-year high for the last 12 months. But officials continue to signal that the central bank may do so soon — most likely in September. And the market expects
Continue Reading CNN By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN New York (CNN) — The Federal Reserve on Wednesday did not lower its key interest rate, which has been sitting at a 23-year high for the last 12 months. But officials continue to signal that the central bank may do so soon — most likely in September. And the market
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CNN Analysis by Gregory Krieg, CNN (CNN) — Meet the new Donald Trump, same as the old Donald Trump. The former president’s rant about likely Democratic nominee Kamala Harris’ racial identity, headlined by the false and offensive claim that the first Black woman elected vice president “happened to turn Black” only recently, as an act of political expedience,
Continue Reading Associated Press Rudy Giuliani has agreed to a last-minute deal to end his personal bankruptcy case and pay about $400,000 to a financial adviser hired by his creditors. The agreement was filed Wednesday in federal Bankruptcy Court in White Plains, New York. A federal judge threw out Giuliani’s bankruptcy case earlier this month, saying the
Continue Reading By Eric Bradner and Aaron Pellish, CNN (CNN) — Former President Donald Trump falsely claimed Wednesday that his 2024 Democratic rival, Vice President Kamala Harris, “happened to turn Black” a few years ago, saying that “all of a sudden, she made a turn” in her identity. Trump’s comments at a gathering of Black journalists in
Continue Reading Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — The United Auto Workers is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for president, giving her union firepower for the likely contest this November against Republican Donald Trump. UAW President Shawn Fain says the union’s “job” in this year’s election is to defeat Trump. The union has more than a million active
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By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Ryan Reynolds knows that having kids can get a little bit wild at times. But the “Deadpool & Wolverine” star is offering some sound advice to parents far and wide. Reynolds, who shares four children with actress Blake Lively, appeared on this week’s episode of the “Not Skinny but
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Guillermo del Toro, if you are listening, Blair Underwood really wants to work with you. The “Pan’s Labyrinth” director made Underwood’s day not long ago when he responded to a post on X that hailed Underwood’s work in the hit horror film “Longlegs.” “I think he is the
Continue Reading Associated Press RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) — Two Al-Jazeera reporters were killed in an Israeli strike in northern Gaza on Wednesday, the satellite news network said, the latest Palestinian journalists working with the Qatari network to be killed in the war-torn enclave. Correspondent Ismail al-Ghoul, 27, cameraman Rami al-Rifi and a child who was not
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By Kayla Guo, The Texas Tribune July 30, 2024 “Texas’ floating barrier in the Rio Grande can stay for now, appeals court says” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for
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By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story July 31, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Raise your hand if you’ve ever been on a diet. Go ahead, I am raising my hand with you. The battle of the bulge drives people to the gym in January, leads them to try all kinds of
Continue Reading By Burt Levine Click here for updates on this story July 31, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — When Kamala Harris, America’s Vice President and presumptive nominee for President of the United States, visited Houston last week, her schedule was packed with significant engagements. From providing a Hurricane Beryl relief update to addressing the American Federation
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Update (December 10, 2024): Officers found and arrested Crawford on November 25, 2024. He was sentenced to 24 years today. Courtesy: Third Judicial District Attorney Several of Crawford’s family members spoke and pleaded with the judge for leniency. Prosecutors argued that Crawford’s criminal history and flight from his trial “indicated his absence of remorse and
Continue Reading By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story July 31, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Houston, prepare to cheer as one of our own, Dr. Shawn E. Simmons, embarks on an inspiring new journey of leadership. In a momentous ceremony before more than 20,000 sorority members and guests, Dr. Simmons was installed as
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story July 31, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Calling all performing arts aficionados and those curious about the magic of live theater! Get ready for an exceptional week of unrivaled access to Houston’s vibrant performing arts scene with the third annual Houston Theater Week, taking
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story July 31, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a fervent display of unity and determination, U.S. Senate hopeful Colin Allred, accompanied by his wife Aly Eber, joined Texas Democrats at White Oak Music Hall to launch their groundbreaking initiative, “Texas Offense.” This bold campaign
Continue Reading AP Auto Writer DETROIT (AP) — U.S. auto safety regulators say they stand by a conclusion that more than 50 million air bag inflators are dangerous and should not be in use, taking another step toward a massive recall. The decision Wednesday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration involves inflators made by ARC Automotive
Continue Reading Associated Press MISSION, Kan. (AP) — A woman denied an abortion at a Kansas hospital after suffering a pregnancy complication that her attorneys say put her at risk of sepsis has filed a federal lawsuit. Mylissa Farmer, of Joplin, Missouri, filed suit Tuesday against the University of Kansas Health System and its public oversight body.
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story July 31, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Iowa Colony Mayor Pro Tem Marquette Greene-Scott recently kicked off her “We Deserve Better” campaign to unseat Republican incumbent Troy Nehls in Texas’s Congressional District 22. With over 100 supporters, including top Fort Bend County officials like
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story July 31, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — The National Urban League Conference in New Orleans has come to a close, leaving attendees inspired and motivated to continue the fight for civil rights and urban advocacy. Held in the vibrant hometown of our President &
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story July 31, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a remarkable display of community spirit and commitment to education, the Houston Texans and Xfinity hosted a Digital Literacy Workshop for families at the Jim & Barbara Morefield Boys & Girls Club. The event, held on
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By Leah Dolan, CNN (CNN) — Two suits, two women, one message: “Hotties for Harris.” At least that was the phrase scrawled across banners at Kamala Harris’ campaign rally in Atlanta Tuesday night. The event — part of Harris’s bid to secure the Democratic presidential nomination — was headlined with a performance from rapper Megan
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Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — A Manhattan software developer was arrested and charged Tuesday with damaging the license plates on two SUVs that belonged to a Secret Service detail assigned to protect Vice President Kamala Harris’ stepdaughter. The man who was arrested, Harry Heymann, appeared to be a supporter of a small group of
Continue Reading By Pheben Kassahun Click here for updates on this story GETZVILLE, New York (WKBW) — A Sanborn mother recently experienced something she never thought would happen, finding blood on her order from Burger King. The incident occurred at the Burger King location at Millersport Highway in Getzville. Tiffany Floyd posted a TikTok video of the
Continue Reading WKBW, TIFFANY FLOYD, CNN By Pheben Kassahun Click here for updates on this story GETZVILLE, New York (WKBW) — A Sanborn mother recently experienced something she never thought would happen, finding blood on her order from Burger King. The incident occurred at the Burger King location at Millersport Highway in Getzville. Tiffany Floyd posted a
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By Scottie Andrew, CNN (CNN) — We met Simone Biles on the mat, Sha’Carri Richardson on the track and Katie Ledecky in the pool. Their achievements are so groundbreaking that they’ve become household names. But there are thousands of Olympians in Paris for the Summer Games, and most of them entered the Games relatively unknown
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Sofía Benavides (CNN Español) — El presidente de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, presentó este miércoles un recurso contencioso electoral ante la Sala Electoral del Tribunal Supremo de Justicia para que haga un peritaje y certifique los resultados de las elecciones presidenciales del domingo. Maduro, quien según el Consejo Nacional Electoral obtuvo el triunfo con el 51,2%
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