Associated Press So far, details about the man who authorities say tried to kill former President Donald Trump amount to little more than a stick-figure drawing: a politically enigmatic loner who worked in a nursing home. Still absent are the motivations behind the assassination attempt at Saturday’s rally in Pennsylvania. That’s not all. Investigators are
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By Ross Adams Click here for updates on this story JACKSON, Mississippi (WAPT) — People in a West Jackson neighborhood said they’ve been complaining for years about a big hole in the middle of a street. They said their calls to the city haven’t helped. Rashad Caston said he has fond memories growing up in
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By Matt Egan and Jordan Valinsky, CNN New York (CNN) — Google owner Alphabet is in advanced discussions to buy fast-growing cybersecurity startup Wiz for roughly $23 billion, a person familiar with the matter confirmed to CNN. A takeover of Wiz, which makes cybersecurity software for cloud computing, would represent a major bet by Google
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story July 15, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a significant move to bolster the recovery efforts following the devastating impact of Hurricane Beryl, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. has amended the Major Disaster Declaration for Texas. This amendment, signed on July 12, 2024, authorizes
Continue Reading By KCCI staff Click here for updates on this story GREENFIELD, Iowa (KCCI) — Cornstalks are growing all across Greenfield after May’s deadly tornado carried seed into town from nearby fields. This plant is known as volunteer corn, a type of weed that grows usually from leftover grain after a harvest. It can be damaging
Continue Reading By Julian Paras Click here for updates on this story OTERO COUNTY, New Mexico (KOAT) — On June 25 after 11 p.m., an Otero County sheriff’s deputy responded to a welfare check on 17-year-old Elijah Hadley. The deputy can be heard trying to ask Hadley what he is doing on Highway 70. As Hadley approaches
Continue Reading ISLAMABAD (AP) — A Taliban official says that a storm that brought heavy rainfall to eastern Afghanistan has killed at least 35 people. The official said that many others were injured across Nangarhar province on Monday. Among the dead were five members of the same family who were killed when the roof of their house
Continue Reading By Ariana Araiza Click here for updates on this story SANTA CRUZ, California (KSBW) — The abrupt end of salmon season, announced on April 10, has left commercial fishermen across the Central Coast grappling with economic fallout and seeking alternative income sources. “It’s frustrating to see, and I’m losing faith that we might ever even
Continue Reading By DESTINEE PATTERSON Click here for updates on this story RALEIGH, North Carolina (WRAL) — You can grab a cocktail to go. The Covid-era exception allowed you to order alcoholic drinks for carryout or delivery. This week – Gov. Roy Cooper signed a law making it permanent, as part of the ABC Omnibus Bill. So,
Continue Reading Associated Press PARIS (AP) — From the Louvre Museum to the Eiffel Tower, from Paris’ posh districts to working-class neighborhoods, hundreds of people have carried the Olympic torch through the French capital for two days of celebrations before the Summer Games kick off at the end of the month. Joyful crowds lined up along the
Continue Reading By Cheryl Fiandaca Click here for updates on this story MARION, Massachusetts (WBZ) — An 84-year-old Navy veteran paid a shop in Middleboro, Massachusetts thousands of dollars for a headstone. Two years later he still had nothing, until he reached out to WBZ’TVs Call For Action. Belmiro Barros spent 27 years in the military, served
Continue Reading By Kalé Searcy Click here for updates on this story OMAHA, Nebraska (KETV) — Summer wouldn’t be complete without a bike ride or two, and that’s what dozens of riders did Saturday, strapping on their helmets and lacing up their shoes. It’s all thanks to a local nonprofit helping visually impaired adults enjoy life without
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Former President Donald Trump is expected to announce his vice presidential pick in the next few hours, two sources familiar with the matter tell CNN. Trump told Fox News earlier Monday that he would make his pick today.
Continue Reading By Davon Taylor Click here for updates on this story GLENWOOD, Nebraska (KETV) — Sofia had the birthday party of her dreams, thanks to a heartfelt social media plea from her stepdad, Chase Stewart. “She didn’t have many friends, and we didn’t know any parents from her class this year,” Stewart said. What started with
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AP National Writer Simone Biles has spent the last three years moving past the Tokyo Olympics. The gymnastics superstar understands not everyone has. No matter how many national titles she wins or how times she stands atop the podium at the world championships, Biles knows she remains frozen in time to critics unwilling or unable
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Sol Amaya (CNN Español) — Cada cuatro años, los dos principales partidos políticos de Estados Unidos realizan una convención nacional para ratificar la elección de sus candidatos a presidente y vicepresidente. Los republicanos se reúnen en lo que se denomina la Convención Nacional Republicana, que este año se desarrolla de lunes a jueves en Milwaukee.
Continue Reading Associated Press BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — The European Commission says that the commission president and other top EU officials will boycott informal meetings hosted by Hungary while the country holds the EU’s rotating presidency. That move was announced after Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban held a series of meetings with foreign leaders that angered European
Continue Reading AP Health Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Celebrities and influencers are helping promote high-tech medical scans that companies claim can help catch deadly diseases, including cancer. Some experts warn the experimental approach may lead to extra worries and unnecessary treatment. The scans are being pitched to people who are willing to pay a premium to learn
Continue Reading By Leah Collins and Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — Search teams looking for missing British teenager Jay Slater on the Spanish island of Tenerife have found the body of a young man. “After 29 days of constant search the lifeless body of a young man has been found in the Masca area” in the Tenerife
Continue Reading AP Aerospace Writer CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Scientists have confirmed a cave on the moon, not far from where Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed 55 years ago, and suspect there are hundreds more that could house future astronauts. An Italian-led team reported Monday that there’s evidence for a sizable cave accessible from the
Continue Reading ST. LOUIS (AP) — The Federal Aviation Administration says two Delta Air Lines flights were diverted over the weekend because of mechanical issues. Delta flight 927 took off from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, on Saturday and was en route to Atlanta. The airline said in a statement that the flight was diverted to St. Louis just
Continue Reading AP Business Writer Trump Media surged in the first day of trading following an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Also on Monday, a federal judge presiding over the classified documents case of Trump in Florida has dismissed the prosecution because of concerns over the appointment of the special prosecutor who brought the case.
Continue Reading THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — A giant panda has given birth to a cub at a Dutch zoo, in a boost to the captive population of the vulnerable mammals. Ouwehands Dierenpark announced Friday’s birth on Monday, and released video of mom Wu Wen as she gave birth to her cub, whose gender has yet to
Continue Reading By Scottie Andrew, CNN (CNN) — If you could describe your overall vibe with two phrases, what would they be? “Five-foot-three and an attitude”? “Gen Z boss and a mini”? Maybe even “cargo shorts and a really cool mullet”? If you can think of two catchy descriptors that encapsulate your outfit and unique aura, you’ve
Continue ReadingBy Matt Stiles, Byron Manley, Tyler Ory, CNN (CNN) — Extreme heat is a growing threat across the US each summer, but the risk isn’t the same everywhere. Exceptionally high temperatures — and hot nights — affect public health, causing spikes in emergency room visits and hundreds of heat-related deaths each summer.🔥 Get your heat
Continue ReadingBy Matt Stiles, Curt Merrill, CNN (CNN) — More than 1,000 tornadoes roar across the United States in an average year, causing billions of dollars in damage and killing scores of Americans. The storms occur across the country throughout the year, but are most common during the spring and summer months in the Deep South
Continue Reading AP Baseball Writer ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Baseball can’t run away from its lack of runs. Batting averages are near half-century lows. Velocity is at an all-time high. “Run scoring, it’s not easy to do. It’s hard and it’s getting harder,” Minnesota manager Rocco Baldelli said. “Pitchers are getting better by the outing.” The major
Continue Reading RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Rio de Janeiro’s state government has launched a mega-operation with a force that includes nearly 2,000 military and civil officers across 10 low income neighborhoods to regain control of areas dominated by organized crime. The officers deployed Monday in Rio’s western zone, an area that has been the target of
Continue Reading TROON, Scotland (AP) — The final men’s major of the year is the oldest championship in golf. The British Open dates to 1860. The tournament returns to Royal Troon in Scotland for the 10th time. Billy Horschel has the 54-hole lead by one shot. Two dozen players are separated by six shots. NBC Sports is
Continue Reading Associated Press PLAINFIELD, Vt. (AP) — Vermont is seeking an assessment to determine whether last week’s flooding, which damaged homes, knocked down bridges and washed out roads, qualifies for a federal disaster declaration and aid. The flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Beryl happened a year after the state experienced catastrophic flooding that left some
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