Why face-to-face gatherings still matter
After more than a year of meeting on Zoom every month, the members of Amy Ettinger’s book club recently tried something radical: They got…
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El Salvador will adopt bitcoin as legal tender, president says
El Salvador could become the first country to adopt bitcoin as a legal tender, Salvadorian President Nayib Bukele announced in a video recording…
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Cities, towns open cooling centers
Click here for updates on this story Connecticut, USA (WFSB) — As temperatures soared into the 90s and humidity added…
Continue Reading Sheriff says Deputy Bill Smith died a “true hero” while saving lives
Click here for updates on this story GULF SHORES, Alabama (WALA) — Baldwin County Sheriff Huey “Hoss” Mack…
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Miley Cyrus performing for vaccinated Nashville residents tonight
Click here for updates on this story NASHVILLE, TN (WSMV) — Miley Cyrus took to Twitter to announce she will be…
Continue Reading Murdered kitchen manager remembered for dedication, kindness
Click here for updates on this story NASHVILLE, TN (WSMV) — A downtown kitchen manager tragically killed in a shooting…
Continue Reading $1K reward offered for tips on shootings of 2 eagles in Portland
Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, OR (KPTV) — In the month of April, two eagles were shot in the Portland…
Continue Reading Oregon Republicans calling on Rep. Nearman to resign after new video surfaces
Click here for updates on this story SALEM, OR (KPTV) — Republicans in the Oregon House of Representatives are calling…
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Senate report reveals new details about security failures ahead of January 6 attack but omits Trump’s role
A new Senate report reveals previously unknown details about the stunning security breakdowns ahead of the January 6 US Capitol attack, including a…
Continue Reading Muslim community reacts in horror after 4 killed in what police call ‘premeditated’ hit-and-run
Click here for updates on this story TORONTO, Ontario (CTV Network) — The Muslim community reacted in horror and shock…
Continue Reading Renewed calls to cancel Canada Day in wake of residential school gravesite discovery
Click here for updates on this story OTTAWA, Ontario (CTV Network) — There are renewed calls to cancel the Canada Day…
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Ellie Kemper apologizes for participating in controversial pageant as a teen
Actress Ellie Kemper is apologizing for her involvement in a debutante ball as a teenager that has come under recent criticism for the…
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The stock market after-party is in Europe
US stock indices remain in record territory. But in recent weeks, they’ve been stuck in a holding pattern as investors hunt for the next big…
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How do you navigate risk in the pandemic? Top poker player tells all
Will it be a royal house or full house or maybe four of a kind? Maria Konnikova is used to thinking about risk tolerance. The…
Continue Reading 5 things to know for June 8: Covid-19, immigration, SCOTUS, Giuliani, Alzheimer’s
US investigators have recovered millions in cryptocurrency ransom they say was paid to hackers whose attack prompted last month’s Colonial…
Continue Reading Dr. Gupta: How to assess risk when going mask-free
For more than a year now, many of us have followed the standard drill: wash our hands, stay 6 feet apart, choose outdoor activities over indoors, and…
Continue Reading Expert says we need to redouble vaccination efforts to hit President’s July 4 goal
Despite signs of normalcy returning across America, from in-person graduations to maskless Memorial Day celebrations, experts warn the country needs…
Continue Reading What’s in the China competitiveness bill?
A sweeping piece of legislation countering China’s growing economic influence is expected to pass the Senate this week with bipartisan support…
Continue Reading Biden task force prepares to reunite 29 migrant families separated at border under Trump
The Biden administration is preparing to reunite 29 migrant families who were separated at the US-Mexico border under then-President Donald…
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READ: Bipartisan Senate report investigating January 6 Capitol attack
A Senate report released Tuesday reveals previously unknown details about the stunning security breakdowns ahead of the January 6 US Capitol attack,…
Continue Reading Virginia Democrats to decide direction of party with gubernatorial nominee pick in Tuesday’s primary
Virginia Democrats will help answer a key question about the power of progressives am this timeid a Joe Biden administration on Tuesday when they…
Continue Reading New Jersey Republicans weigh loyalty to Trump in Tuesday’s gubernatorial primary
Republicans in New Jersey will choose Tuesday between an establishment-backed candidate for governor who would prefer to avoid the topic of former…
Continue Reading Florida police investigating whether 3 teens accused of a highway shooting were to blame for graduation party attack
Police are investigating whether three teens who were arrested for a shooting that left one person injured were also involved in a deadly shooting…
Continue Reading First on CNN: US recovers millions in cryptocurrency paid to Colonial Pipeline ransomware hackers
US investigators have recovered millions in cryptocurrency they say was paid in ransom to hackers whose attack prompted the shutdown of the key East…
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Have a minute? Try a mindful breathing meditation to improve your day
Are you feeling frazzled? That’s relatable. These days, stress and anxiety are soaring across the globe. If you have a minute to spare, you can…
Continue Reading CDC study finds coronavirus vaccines lead to milder disease in rare breakthrough infections
People who have been vaccinated against coronavirus, if they do become infected, have milder COVID-19 illness than unvaccinated people, a new US…
Continue Reading The US may get away with slow vaccination rates for now, expert says. But it leaves us vulnerable for later
Despite signs of normalcy returning across America, from in-person graduations to maskless Memorial Day celebrations, experts warn the country needs…
Continue Reading First on CNN Business: Asia’s fake pork titan sets its sights on the next ‘big’ thing
OmniFoods, the Hong Kong startup best known for its fake pork product “OmniPork,” is jumping on what it sees as the next phenomenon:…
Continue Reading Thailand begins mass Covid-19 vaccine rollout using shots made by royal-owned company
Thailand began its mass Covid vaccination program Monday, following criticism of delays and concerns over health authorities relying on AstraZeneca…
Continue Reading Harris faces first major diplomatic test
Vice President Kamala Harris is facing the first major diplomatic test of her vice presidency as she looks to tackle the root causes of migration…
Continue Reading Wall Street Journal: Prosecutors subpoena material related to Gov. Cuomo’s pandemic leadership book
Federal prosecutors have subpoenaed material related to New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s book about leadership during the Covid-19 pandemic, people…
Continue Reading DOJ ends policy that prohibited federal officers from using body-worn cameras
The Justice Department will require federal agents to wear and activate cameras whenever encountering the public “during pre-planned law…
Continue Reading DOJ argues it should substitute for Trump as defendant in E. Jean Carroll lawsuit
The Justice Department argued in a brief filed Monday that it should be permitted to substitute itself for former President Donald Trump as defendant…
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Brian Dripps sentenced to life in prison in cold-case murder and rape
The man who pleaded guilty to killing Angie Dodge is scheduled to hear his sentence Tuesday morning, nearly 25 years after she was found…
Continue Reading Family of 8-year-old girl slain during Rayshard Brooks protests sues Atlanta leaders and Wendy’s
The family of Secoriea Turner, the 8-year-old fatally shot during summer protests in Atlanta last year, is suing the city, alleging the mayor, police…
Continue Reading Former Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid pleads not guilty to DWI charge after crash that hospitalized 5-year-old girl
Former Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid pleaded not guilty to a driving while intoxicated charge Monday, months after he was involved in…
Continue Reading Jeff Bezos is going to space on first crewed flight of rocket
Jeff Bezos will be flying to space on the first crewed flight of the New Shepard, the rocket ship made by his space company, Blue Origin. The flight…
Continue Reading Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid pleads not guilty to DWI charge after crash that hospitalized 5-year-old girl
Former Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid pleaded not guilty to a driving while intoxicated charge Monday, months after he was involved in…
Continue Reading Obama criticizes Republicans for embracing 2020 falsehoods
Former President Barack Obama said Republicans have been “cowed into accepting” a series of positions that “would be unrecognizable…
Continue Reading Biden invites Ukrainian President to White House in July
President Joe Biden has invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to visit the White House this summer, national security adviser Jake Sullivan…
Continue Reading Senate Democrats scramble after Manchin upends key progressive priorities
Senate Democrats are openly frustrated with the immovable man in their caucus — Sen. Joe Manchin — and are now resigned to the likelihood…
Continue Reading Boston mayor fires city police commissioner after investigation into domestic violence allegations
Boston Mayor Kim Janey announced Monday that she has fired Dennis White as commissioner of the Boston Police Department, effective immediately. The…
Continue Reading Obama reflects on Becoming a Man program: ‘I understood what it means to be’ an outsider
Former President Barack Obama said his struggles early in life were “similar” to those of the young men he mentors in Chicago while…
Continue Reading Woman accused of using eyedrops to kill woman, stealing thousands from victim
Click here for updates on this story WAUKESHA COUNTY, Wisconsin (WDJT) — A Franklin woman accused of using eyedrops to…
Continue Reading 2 people have been arrested in the suspected road rage shooting death of a 6-year-old boy in California
Two people were arrested in a fatal suspected road rage shooting in Orange County, California, that killed a 6-year-old boy last month. Aiden Leos…
Continue Reading Beach rental attendant tried to help stranded swimmers; praised as ‘hero’
Click here for updates on this story FORT MORGAN, Alabama (WALA) — Dante Reed, who operates a beach rental stand in…
Continue Reading Democrat calls Manchin ‘the new Mitch McConnell’ and says he is working to thwart Biden’s agenda
New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman on Monday compared fellow Democrat Sen. Joe Manchin to Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and said he is trying to…
Continue Reading Gun violence leaves fatalities in Chicago, Portland, Miami-Dade and other cities
Mass shootings and gun violence took the lives of at least 16 people with multiple people wounded across the United States last weekend. Five people…
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Washington: Marijuana stores can offer joints for vaccines
Officials in Washington state say licensed marijuana stores can offer free joints to promote on-site COVID-19 vaccine clinics.…
Continue Reading Are you a night owl or morning lark? One may protect you from depression, study says
Do you bounce out of bed early in the morning full of zest and ready to go? Or do you slap the snooze alarm until the last possible second and drag…
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Wyoming man gets life in prison in death of Green River boy
A judge has sentenced a Wyoming man to life in prison without parole on first-degree murder charges in the death of a 5-year-old boy in his care.…
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Utah university should ditch ‘Dixie’ name, committee says
A committee created to consider a name change for a university in Utah voted Monday against weighing options that include the word Dixie.…
Continue Reading Blinken says administration is ‘considering every option’ to assist Afghans who helped US but lawmakers are ‘frustrated’
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Monday that the Biden administration is looking “at every possible contingency” to help thousands…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 235 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 5 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 235 new COVID-19 cases and 5 new deaths over the…
Continue Reading TikTok is abuzz after beekeeping influencer is accused of not practicing correct safety protocols
A typical video for the woman behind the popular TikTok account texasbeeworks shows her wearing dark clothing — jeans, a black shirt, a denim…
Continue Reading White House defends Biden-Putin summit, calling it ‘vital’ for defending American interests
The White House is defending President Joe Biden’s upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Geneva next week, saying…
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Police: 4 people fatally shot in home in Portland, Oregon
Police in Portland, Oregon, said four people were fatally shot at a home in the city over the weekend.…
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INL microreactor project out for comment
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced Monday the start of a 31-day public review period on a Final Environmental Assessment for a proposal to…
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Famous Jackson Hole Fourth of July Parade returns
The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce announced Monday the annual Fourth of July Parade will return for 2021.…
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EIRMC named a “50 Top Cardiovascular Hospital” for second year in a row
For the second year in a row, IBM Watson Health named Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center a “50 Top Cardiovascular…
Continue Reading Norwegian police identify body of toddler who died crossing the English Channel
The body of a toddler that washed up on Karmøy Island earlier this year has been identified by Norwegian police as that of Artin Irannezhad from…
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New Emergency Broadband Benefit program to assist nearly one-third of Idahoans
Nearly one-third of Idahoans may be eligible to receive discounted broadband internet service through a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC)…
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EIRMC modifies visitor policy
As community COVID-19 rates continue to decline, Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center has adjusted its visitor…
Continue Reading Man arrested in connection with brother’s death at upscale hotel
Click here for updates on this story ATLANTA (WGCL) — Police are investigating a shooting at the Intercontinental Hotel…
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First rabid bats of the season found in Bonneville, Payette counties
Idaho public health officials are reporting two bats have tested positive for rabies in Bonneville and Payette counties.…
Continue Reading More than 100,000 acres have burned in Arizona wildfires
Two growing wildfires in eastern Arizona have burned more than 109,000 acres as of Monday afternoon, according to officials at the interagency…
Continue Reading County makes Juneteenth paid holiday for staff
Click here for updates on this story JACKSON COUNTY, Missouri (KCTV KSMO) — On Monday, Jackson County designated…
Continue Reading Police: Teen, child shot in Milwaukee’s south side
Click here for updates on this story MILWAUKEE (WISN) — The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating two shootings…
Continue Reading Loved ones suspect foul play in death of mom
Click here for updates on this story MOBILE, Alabama (WALA) — One day after Joanna Ryals’ body was found on the…
Continue Reading Massachusetts State Police trooper to face assault charges after arrest
Click here for updates on this story WRENTHAM, Massachusetts (WCVB) — A Massachusetts State Police trooper is on…
Continue Reading Prayer vigil held as residents try to bring attention to rising homicides
Click here for updates on this story JACKSON, Mississippi (WAPT) — A number of shootings in the metro area have brought…
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Windy and warm for Tuesday
A slow moving area of low pressure in the Northwest, will keep us warm and breezy. That area of low pressure, will get overhead by Thursday. Tuesday:…
Continue Reading Uganda reimposes COVID-19 restrictions as cases surge in second wave
More restrictions will be reinforced in Uganda to curb the spread of a second wave of COVID-19 amid a sharp rise in cases, President Yoweri Museveni…
Continue Reading FBI analyzing video in autistic boy’s disappearance
Click here for updates on this story LA VISTA, Nebraska (KETV) — Monday marks three weeks since 11-year-old Ryan Larsen…
Continue Reading 8-yo dies in swimming pond
Click here for updates on this story WEST BEND, Wisconsin (WDJT) — A trip to a local beach turned tragic this weekend,…
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Prosecutor no longer disputes Lori Vallow-Daybell’s competencey
In court documents filed Friday, Special Prosecutor Rob Wood says the State is no longer contesting findings last month that Lori Vallow-Daybell is…
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Fort Hall Police arrest wanted person
Fort Hall Police responded to a tribal residence on the Fort Hall Reservation around 2:30 a.m. on May 31 after hearing what sounded like gunshots in…
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Missing teen found safe
The Idaho State Police on behalf of the Teton County Sheriff’s Office is issuing an Endangered Missing Person Alert.…
Continue Reading Police believe house fire was set intentionally
Click here for updates on this story BENTONVILLE, Arkansas (KHBS, KHOG) — Police believe a Bentonville house fire in…
Continue Reading Burger King trolls Chick-fil-A with LGBTQ+ donations
Burger King is making a statement during pride month: It’s trying to get a leg up in the chicken sandwich wars by taking a not-so-subtle dig at…
Continue Reading Apple unveils iOS 15 with new features for post-pandemic life
Apple kicked off its annual developers conference on Monday by unveiling new features on iOS 15 that cater to our lives as the world begins to emerge…
Continue Reading While DC haggles over infrastructure package, backlogged bridge repairs cost drivers
Truck driver Clifton Hughey heard talk all his life about a potential third highway bridge to cross the Mississippi River near Memphis. But with one…
Continue Reading Stormy Daniels says she would ‘love’ to testify in Trump Organization probe
Stormy Daniels said Monday that she has not yet testified in a New York criminal probe into the Trump Organization but that she would “love…
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Alaska Airlines employee alleges the uniform policy discriminates against non-binary and gender non-conforming employees
An Alaska Airlines employee is alleging the airline’s uniform policy discriminates against employees whose gender does not fall within the…
Continue Reading Bruce Springsteen is reviving his Broadway show and audiences must be fully vaccinated to rock
The Boss is returning to Broadway. Bruce Springsteen is reviving his solo show, “Springsteen on Broadway,” later this month. To get a…
Continue Reading These AMC insiders sold $8 million of stock during last week’s boom
A half-dozen AMC leaders are cashing in on the “meme stock” madness. Four AMC executives and a pair of directors unloaded more than $8…
Continue Reading Amazon driver arrested after alleged assault on woman
Click here for updates on this story CASTRO VALLEY (KPIX) — Alameda County authorities on Friday confirmed the arrest…
Continue Reading Black business owner target of Sacramento hate crime
Click here for updates on this story SACRAMENTO (KOVR) — Sacramento police are investigating a business break-in as a…
Continue Reading Mayor: ‘Cowardly, horrible human being’ who killed 10-yo will be caught
Click here for updates on this story QUEENS, New York (WABC) — Mayor Bill de Blasio on Monday vowed that the…
Continue Reading Dog rescued by firefighters, credited for alerting man to house fire
Click here for updates on this story NEW CASTLE (KDKA) — A dog in New Castle is getting some extra love this morning…
Continue Reading Mother feels she’s ‘hit rock bottom’ after spending 3 years trying to fix IRS mix-up declaring her dead
Click here for updates on this story DARIEN, Connecticut (WCBS) — A Connecticut mother says she is considered dead to…
Continue Reading For 4th straight night, protests over Winston Smith’s shooting death
Click here for updates on this story MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — As the weekend drew to a close, there was another standoff…
Continue Reading 3 dead, at least 5 hurt when gunmen open fire on graduation party
Click here for updates on this story MIAMI (WFOR) — Three people are dead, including a state corrections officer, and…
Continue Reading Mass shootings leave fatalities in Chicago, Portland, Miami-Dade and other cities
Mass shootings were reported across the United States last weekend, leaving five people dead in Chicago, four in Oregon, two in South Florida, two in…
Continue Reading Process to replace Netanyahu drags out as Israeli security chief warns violence could follow
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his allies are dragging out the political process, seeking to undermine a new government set to remove him from…
Continue Reading Aiden Leos, 6-year-old victim of 55 freeway road rage shooting in orange, laid to rest
Click here for updates on this story YORBA LINDA (KCAL, KCBS) — Family members, loved ones, local dignitaries, law…
Continue Reading Girl Scouts buy pet oxygen masks for fire crews
When disaster strikes, having an evacuation plan is…
Continue Reading High school student killed and another injured in shooting near their New Jersey school, official says
One teenager was killed and another was injured in a shooting near a New Jersey school on Sunday night, according to Ronald Taylor, the…
Continue Reading Civilian ‘ped patrol’ confronts online predators
Click here for updates on this story BROOMFIELD, Colorado (KCNC) — Thomas Fellows, 39, of Westminster, owns a window…
Continue Reading Texas mom arrested after posing as student
Click here for updates on this story EL PASO, Texas (KTVT) — A 30-year-old Texas mother has been arrested and charged…
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