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Texas Southern University Triumphs with Homecoming 2024: A Celebration of Legacy, Community, and Unstoppable Partnerships

October 8, 2024 5:11 PM CNN Newsource

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story October 8, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — As the dust settles from the remarkable Texas Southern University (TSU) Homecoming 2024 festivities, it’s clear that this year’s event wasn’t just about the celebration—it was about honoring traditions, strengthening community ties, and driving forward the legacy

After coming to Chicago for treatment, injured Gaza boy bonds with UFC champ’s family

October 8, 2024 4:59 PM CNN Newsource

By Sabrina Franza, Vicky Baftiri Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — In the days following October 7th, Israel responded by launching a bombing campaign in Gaza, which has killed 42,000 Palestinians, according to the Gaza health ministry. The U.N. called Gaza a “graveyard” for children. Amid the uncertainty and chaos, the

Couple hits jackpots within minutes of each other at casino

October 8, 2024 4:54 PM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Bartos Click here for updates on this story HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — A Pennsylvania couple had love and luck on their side when they hit the jackpot not once but twice at the Live! Casino in Westmoreland County. The casino says Randall and Theresa Davidson of Mahaffey, Clearfield County, were having a

Celine Dion moved to tears by Kelly Clarkson’s epic cover of ‘My Heart Will Go On’

October 8, 2024 4:54 PM CNN Newsource

By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Celine Dion’s heart will always go on for Kelly Clarkson. The Canadian vocal powerhouse posted an emotional video to her X page on Tuesday with a special message for Clarkson, who performed a cover of Dion’s famed “Titanic” movie theme song “My Heart Will Go On” during a recent

How will Hurricane Milton stack up against other major recent storms?

October 8, 2024 4:51 PM Associated Press

Associated Press As a ferocious Hurricane Milton charges its way across the Gulf Coast with Tampa and St. Petersburg in its sights, thousands flee the area for safer ground, leaving behind debris from Hurricane Helene’s destruction less that two weeks ago. While Milton’s classification has fluctuated several times between a Category 4 and 5, the

How will Hurricane Milton stack up against other major recent storms?

October 8, 2024 4:51 PM Associated Press

Associated Press As a ferocious Hurricane Milton charges its way across the Gulf Coast with Tampa and St. Petersburg in its sights, thousands flee the area for safer ground, leaving behind debris from Hurricane Helene’s destruction less that two weeks ago. While Milton’s classification has fluctuated several times between a Category 4 and 5, the

Disney World and other major Florida tourist attractions closing ahead of Milton

October 8, 2024 4:51 PM CNN Newsource

By Michelle Watson and Forrest Brown, CNN (CNN) — Hurricane Milton is prompting closure of some of Florida’s biggest and most beloved tourist attractions, including all four of the main theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort. Though it’s located southwest of Orlando in inland Florida, Milton’s expected path across central Florida is forcing the

Panera Bread reaches settlement in wrongful death lawsuit filed by family of former Penn student

October 8, 2024 4:49 PM CNN Newsource

By Liz Crawford Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) — Panera Bread reached a settlement in the wrongful death lawsuit involving former Penn student, Sarah Katz. The attorney representing Katz’s family told CBS News Philadelphia the matter has been resolved and she could not provide any other details. Earlier this year, Katz’s

Lisa Marie Presley conservó el cuerpo de su hijo muerto en su casa durante dos meses, según su autobiografía

October 8, 2024 4:48 PM CNN Newsource

Belén Liotti (CNN) –– Lisa Marie Presley quedó devastada cuando su único hijo, Benjamin Keough, murió los 27 años en 2020. Ahora sabemos lo mucho que sufrió. En “From Here to the Great Unknown”, una nueva autobiografía de la fallecida Presley, que terminó su hija Riley Keough, la dupla escribió que Presley mantuvo a su

Ranked choice voting could decide which party controls the US House. How does it work?

October 8, 2024 4:48 PM Associated Press

Associated Press PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — An uncommon system of voting could be central to which party controls the House. In Maine and Alaska, voters in competitive congressional districts will elect a winner this fall using ranked choice voting. In this system, voters don’t cast just one vote for their preferred candidate. Voters instead rank

Philly AIDS Thrift at Giovanni’s Room providing LGBTQ+ literature a voice to people worldwide

October 8, 2024 4:45 PM CNN Newsource

By Wakisha Bailey Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) — You’ve walked by it, and you may have even peaked through the window of Giovanni’s Room. Once you step inside the eclectic building at the corner of South 12th and Pine streets, you’ll discover why it’s unique. “This is the first queer

Parents accused of beating their 5-month-old baby, letting her die over 4 days

October 8, 2024 4:43 PM CNN Newsource

By Alex Bozarjian Click here for updates on this story HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Brutal child abuse allegations said to have taken place over a four-day period landed a Houston couple behind bars. The 5-month-old victim was allegedly brain dead when she was hospitalized on Sept. 29. The child ultimately succumbed to her injuries on

A police union director who was fired after an opioid smuggling arrest pleads guilty

October 8, 2024 4:34 PM Associated Press

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — The former executive director of a Northern California police union has pleaded guilty to federal charges that she illegally imported synthetic opioid pills from India and other countries. Joanne Marian Segovia was the executive director of the San Jose Police Officers’ Association. She was charged last year with unlawfully importing

Minnesota men convicted of gang charges connected to federal crackdown

October 8, 2024 4:34 PM Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota jury has convicted three alleged members of a Minneapolis street gang of charges stemming from what prosecutors said was a yearslong pattern of violence and murder. The charges are part of a federal gang crackdown authorities announced in 2023 that ensnared dozens of members or associates of two major Minneapolis

Teen brings joy of music to underprivileged children through community initiative

October 8, 2024 4:33 PM CNN Newsource

By Marybel Rodriguez Click here for updates on this story MIAMI (WFOR) — It’s the sound of music that inspires one South Florida teen to give back. In this week’s Miami Proud, we introduce Daniel Barrera, who is bringing the joy of music to underprivileged children. Daniel Barrera, 17, has always had a passion for

Tamarac resident says 103 family members killed in Gaza

October 8, 2024 4:29 PM CNN Newsource

By Chelsea Jones Click here for updates on this story TAMARAC, Florida (WFOR) — Gaza’s Hamas-run Health Ministry says more than 40,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war, which began one year ago on Oct. 7. Ibrahim Dremali told CBS News Miami, 103 of those killed are members of his family. He said

Florida hospitals and health care facilities in Hurricane Milton’s path prepare for the worst

October 8, 2024 4:26 PM Associated Press

AP Health Writers Hospitals and other health care facilities on Florida’s Gulf Coast — still reeling from Hurricane Helene — are now revving up for Hurricane Milton. The system, which is shaping up to be one of the most powerful to hit the region in years, is projected to make landfall a bit south of

Jessica Campbell makes history and becomes first ever female assistant coach in the NHL

October 8, 2024 4:24 PM CNN Newsource

By Thomas Schlachter, CNN (CNN) — Jessica Campbell made history on the opening night of the National Hockey League (NHL) season by becoming the first ever female assistant coach in the league. Campbell was behind the bench as the Seattle Kraken took on the St. Louis Blues at the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle on

Woman believes drink was spiked at Legal Sea Foods

October 8, 2024 4:23 PM CNN Newsource

By Kristina Rex Click here for updates on this story BOSTON (WBZ) — Massachusetts State Police are investigating after a woman believes her drink was spiked at a popular Boston restaurant. Jamie Brotsky tells WBZ she was at Legal Harborside, the Seaport branch of Legal Sea Foods, when she started to feel symptoms. Brotsky had

FBI arrests Afghan man who officials say planned Election Day attack in the US

October 8, 2024 4:20 PM Associated Press

Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI has arrested an Afghan man who officials say was inspired by the Islamic State militant organization and was plotting an Election Day attack targeting large crowds in the U.S., the Justice Department said Tuesday. Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, 27, of Oklahoma City told investigators after his arrest Monday that

Man charged with murder from mass shooting near motorcycle club

October 8, 2024 4:19 PM CNN Newsource

By Adam Thompson Click here for updates on this story BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A man was arrested for a shooting that left a man dead and seven other people injured in August near a motorcycle club in East Baltimore. Eric Kibler, 43, was taken into custody on Monday and is facing first-degree murder charges in

Hatchet-wielding man allegedly attacked neighbor, police say

October 8, 2024 4:17 PM CNN Newsource

By Caroline Foreback Click here for updates on this story BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A hatchet-wielding Anne Arundel County man is accused of attacking his neighbor. Officers responded around 10:50 a.m. last Friday to Stoney Point Way in Pasadena after receiving reports of the neighbors fighting. James Gulley, 68, allegedly left the initial dispute and returned

El Tribunal Supremo de Brasil autoriza que X reanude sus operaciones en el país

October 8, 2024 4:12 PM CNN Newsource

Mauricio Torres (CNN Español) — El Tribunal Supremo Federal de Brasil (STF) autorizó este martes que la red social X (antes Twitter) reanude sus operaciones en el país de forma inmediata, tras la suspensión en la que se encontraban desde el 30 de agosto. La autorización fue emitida por el juez Alexandre de Moraes, quien

Democrats hope the latest court rulings restricting abortion energize voters as election nears

October 8, 2024 4:09 PM Associated Press

Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — Two court rulings this week have delivered major blows to reproductive rights in Texas and Georgia but, during a crucial time in the election cycle, Democrats are seizing on them in an attempt to energize voters who support abortion access. Advocates hope the rulings will serve as reminders about what’s

Trump calls Maine Gov. Janet Mills a man in a mistake-riddled call to supporters, newspaper reports

October 8, 2024 4:07 PM Associated Press

BANGOR, Maine (AP) — Republican Donald Trump mixed up Democratic Gov. Janet Mills’ gender on a phone call with supporters in Maine. The Bangor Daily News obtained a recording of the call in which Trump referred to the state’s first female governor as “he” several times Monday evening while attacking Mills on immigration. Mills referred

Afghan national charged with Election Day terrorist plot in US

October 8, 2024 4:05 PM CNN Newsource

By Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN (CNN) — The Justice Department announced charges Tuesday against an Afghan national who was allegedly plotting a terrorist attack in support of ISIS on Election Day in the United States. The FBI arrested 27-year-old Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi in Oklahoma on Monday after he purchased rifles and ammunition from an undercover law enforcement officer. He

Want to follow election results like a pro? Here’s what to watch in key states

October 8, 2024 3:50 PM Associated Press

Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Election night in the United States is a bit like a jigsaw puzzle, except that only one piece appears at a time, and you don’t get to look at the picture on the box. As thousands of counties and towns report vote totals, it can be hard to figure out

Baby Boomers’ health problems, french fry crisis, job interview tips: Catch up on the day’s stories

October 8, 2024 3:48 PM CNN Newsource

By Daniel Wine, CNN Editor’s Note: CNN’s 5 Things newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest headlines and fascinating stories to start and end your busy day. Sign up here. 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Hurricane Helene caused billions of dollars in property damage across several states, and now a powerful and dangerous Hurricane

El Consejo Nacional Electoral de Colombia abre investigación y formula cargos contra la campaña presidencial de Gustavo Petro

October 8, 2024 3:44 PM CNN Newsource

Mauricio Torres (CNN Español) — Por siete votos a favor y dos abstenciones, la Sala Plena del Consejo Nacional Electoral de Colombia (CNE) aprobó este martes abrir una investigación y formular cargos contra el presidente Gustavo Petro y otras tres personas por la presunta vulneración del régimen de financiación de las campañas electorales. Al rechazar

Airlines say they’re capping fares in the hurricane’s path as Biden warns against price gouging

October 8, 2024 3:44 PM Associated Press

AP Airlines Writer President Joe Biden is warning airlines and other companies not to overcharge people who are trying to get out of the path of Hurricane Milton. Biden said Tuesday he’s calling on the airlines to help people evacuate. The storm is bearing down on the west coast of Florida, causing airlines to cancel

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