Sinking of stricken Sri Lanka cargo ship heightens fears of oil spill emergency
A smoldering container ship began to sink off the Sri Lankan coast Wednesday, officials said, heightening fears an oil and chemical spill could…
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Georgia governor suspends county sheriff indicted on federal civil rights charges
A Georgia county sheriff has been suspended following a review of his indictment on federal civil rights charges, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp’s…
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A 12-year-old boy and 14-year-old girl broke into a home, found weapons and opened fire on deputies, sheriff says
Deputies in Volusia County, Florida, shot a 14-year-old girl on Tuesday night after she and a 12-year-old boy fled a group home, broke into a house,…
Continue Reading Israeli opposition parties strike coalition deal, paving the way for Netanyahu’s exit
A coalition of Israeli political parties announced Wednesday night they had agreed ​to a deal to form a new government, paving the way for the exit…
Continue Reading Oakland police officers disciplined over excessive use of tear gas during George Floyd protests last year
Some Oakland police officers have been disciplined in response to the excessive use of tear gas during last year’s protests over the death of…
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Nike backs Naomi Osaka after she withdraws from French Open
Nike and other major sponsors have come out in support of tennis star Naomi Osaka following her decision to withdraw from the French Open. The sports…
Continue Reading A woman was arrested after the body of a child believed missing was found in a motel room in East Texas
A woman has been arrested after a child’s body was found in a motel room in East Texas, authorities said Wednesday. The body is believed to be…
Continue Reading Global inflation hasn’t been this high since 2008
Price are rising quickly across huge swaths of the developed world, with inflation in countries that belong to the Organization for Economic…
Continue Reading Virginia Tech football player charged with second-degree murder
A Virginia Tech football player has been arrested and charged with the murder of a Blacksburg resident, according to the Blacksburg Police Department…
Continue Reading Indiana state trooper allegedly fractured his K-9’s leg during a training session
An Indiana state trooper allegedly used “unreasonable discipline” and fractured his police K-9’s leg during a March training…
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The US is facing one of its biggest vaccination challenges yet, Surgeon General says
The road to vaccinating enough of the US to protect against COVID-19 may be an uphill battle from here on out, the US Surgeon General said Wednesday,…
Continue Reading China suspends all high-risk sports events after deadly mountain ultra-marathon
China has indefinitely suspended all ultra-marathons and trail-running events in the wake of a mountain race that saw 21 runners die in extreme…
Continue Reading Family of California man who died after he was restrained by police officers in April have filed a wrongful death claim
The family of Mario Gonzalez Arenales, a Northern California man who died after he was restrained by police officers in April, has filed a wrongful…
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Officer injured in Capitol riot warns Michael Flynn’s coup comments could ‘absolutely’ lead to more violence
A DC Metropolitan Police officer who was brutally assaulted while defending the US Capitol during the January 6 insurrection said Wednesday evening…
Continue Reading JBS will be back up and running Wednesday after its hack. But for some employees, that’s too late
Even as meat producer JBS resumed operations at many of its US beef plants nationwide Wednesday after a cyberattack shut down all beef production at…
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New York Times reports Trump administration secretly obtained its reporters’ phone records
The Trump administration’s Justice Department secretly seized months of phone records from four New York Times reporters as part of a leak…
Continue Reading A high school senior was accused of violating his graduation’s dress code with his shoes — so a teacher switched with him
With minutes to spare, a Hahnville High School teacher in Boutte, Louisiana, traded shoes with a senior so he could walk at his graduation after…
Continue Reading A tragedy high on a mountain was a wake-up call for China’s booming marathon industry
When Zhang Xiaotao set off last weekend on a 100-kilometer (62-mile) ultra-marathon through the jagged mountains of northwestern China, he…
Continue Reading Dogecoin surges after Coinbase says some users can trade it
Dogecoin is going to the moon again. The canine-themed digital currency soared more than 25% Wednesday to about 40 cents. Investors cheered the news…
Continue Reading Prosecutors request 30-year sentence for Derek Chauvin while defense argues for new trial
Prosecutors for the state of Minnesota are requesting a 30-year prison sentence for Derek Chauvin, the former officer convicted of the murder of…
Continue Reading A third climate activist is expected to be elected to Exxon’s board
ExxonMobil said it expects a third activist shareholder will be elected to its board of directors, following a contentious vote. Votes are still…
Continue Reading US announces new delayed tariffs against six countries in response to taxes targeting large tech companies
The US government announced new, suspended tariffs on Wednesday against six countries in response to those governments’ digital services taxes,…
Continue Reading What the JBS cyberattack means for meat supply
Some shoppers may want to brace themselves for yet another possible supply crunch — this time with meat. Major beef and pork producer JBS USA…
Continue Reading As bombs rain down on Myanmar’s hotbeds of rural resistance, tens of thousands flee to the jungle without food or water
In a remote part of Myanmar’s far west, where narrow roads zigzag through treacherous mountain passes and villages nestle on precipitous slopes…
Continue Reading Elephant herd razes 500-kilometer path of destruction after escape from China nature reserve
A herd of 15 elephants has wreaked havoc in China, trampling crops and causing more than a million dollars’ worth of damage, after the animals…
Continue Reading White House prepared to announce next steps in global vaccination effort after months of debate
President Joe Biden has finalized his plan to distribute millions of coronavirus vaccines worldwide after months of deliberation, according to…
Continue Reading Las Vegas man accused of killing his girlfriend’s 2-year-old son pleads not guilty
The man accused of killing his girlfriend’s 2-year-old son in Las Vegas pleaded not guilty Wednesday. Terrell Rhodes, 27, appeared in court,…
Continue Reading Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs launches gubernatorial campaign
Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs on Wednesday announced a campaign for governor, releasing a video in which she touts her role as a leading…
Continue Reading Duke basketball head coach Mike Krzyzewski to retire in 2022
Duke University’s Mike Krzyzewski, the all-time winningest coach in men’s Division I college basketball, is set to retire following the…
Continue Reading Rep. Mo Brooks is avoiding an insurrection lawsuit. Rep. Eric Swalwell hired a private investigator to find him.
Republican Rep. Mo Brooks is avoiding a lawsuit from his Democratic colleague Rep. Eric Swalwell that seeks to hold him accountable for the January 6…
Continue Reading George P. Bush launches run for Texas attorney general
Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced Wednesday night that he’s running for attorney general in Texas, setting up a GOP showdown…
Continue Reading San Jose shooting: Body-camera footage shows tense moments as officers approach gunman
Body-camera footage shows officers tensely closing in on the San Jose workplace shooter and apparently hearing his final gunshots — including…
Continue Reading A California firefighter is dead and another injured after police say a co-worker opened fire. It’s the second workplace shooting within a week
A firefighter is dead and another is hospitalized after an off-duty colleague fired gunshots in a Los Angeles County fire station before apparently…
Continue Reading Biden’s willingness to break conventional presidential wisdom on full display as he heads to the beach
Political wisdom might ordinarily dictate that a president in need of certain senators’ votes not publicly scold those lawmakers in public. It…
Continue Reading Talk of overturning the 2020 election on new social media platforms used by QAnon followers sparks fears of further violence
Online conversation among Trump supporters and QAnon followers on new and emerging social media platforms is creating concern on Capitol Hill that…
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Hot Temps, A Few Thunderstorms
A strong ridge of high pressure is settling in overhead. Highs for Thursday and Friday are expected to reach into the lower 90’s. Tonight, mild lows…
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Copa America: Brazilian senator calls on Neymar to not take to the field in ‘Championship of Death’
The surprise decision to award Brazil hosting rights for the Copa America, South America’s biggest international football tournament, with just…
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Conservatives more likely to believe false news, new study finds
Political conservatives are more likely to believe untrue news reports than liberals are, researchers reported Wednesday. It’s the latest in a…
Continue Reading Robert Mueller to help teach law school class on Trump-Russia investigation
Former special counsel Robert Mueller will help teach a University of Virginia Law School class on his investigation into Russian interference in the…
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CEI releases design concepts for Future Tech building
College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) has released the latest design concepts for its new Future Tech building.…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 173 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 173 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths…
Continue Reading Blinken says Russia has an ‘obligation’ to stop ransomware attacks
Secretary of State Antony Blinken told CNN Español Wednesday that Russia has an obligation to stop cyberattacks like those on the JBS meatpacking…
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Former Chief Justice Charles McDevitt dies at 89
Former Idaho Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles F. McDevitt has died. He was…
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TSA, Idaho Falls Airport officials prepare for busy travel season
Rick Cloutier, the Idaho Falls Regional Airport manager, says people are just ready to…
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Idaho Falls Parks and Rec unveils newsletter
The free publication offers information of community events such as movies in the park, sports team sign-ups, and more.…
Continue Reading Duke basketball head coach Mike Krzyzewski to retire in 2022, according to reports
Duke University’s Mike Krzyzewski, the all-time winningest coach in men’s Division I college basketball, is set to retire following the…
Continue Reading High school graduate flies plane for the first time
Click here for updates on this story Fairhope, Alabama (WALA) — A recent Davidson High School graduate had the…
Continue Reading President meets with GOP Sen. Shelley Moore Capito for ‘constructive and frank’ infrastructure talks
President Joe Biden met with Republican Sen. Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia at the White House on Wednesday as part of ongoing discussions…
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Matthew Perry and fiancée Molly Hurwitz split
It’s apparently over for Matthew Perry and Molly Hurwitz. People reports that the couple have ended their engagement. “Sometimes things…
Continue Reading Health officials turn to Black-owned barber shops and hair salons as possible Covid-19 vaccination sites
It’s an effort to expand access to coronavirus vaccines: provide shots at the barber shop. As part of a White House initiative, the National…
Continue Reading Sisters hope to qualify for Olympics
Click here for updates on this story NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WSMV) — Alex and Gretchen Walsh are hoping to turn their…
Continue Reading Justice Department makes first request to drop a Capitol riot case
The Justice Department on Tuesday asked to drop the Capitol riot case against defendant Christopher Kelly of New York, in one of the first moves to…
Continue Reading 15-year-old alerts family, neighbors of large fire that damages six homes
Click here for updates on this story CHEROKEE COUNTY, Georgia (WGCL) — 3 homes were destroyed and three others were…
Continue Reading Democratic lawmakers push for federal investigation into Ma’Khia Bryant’s foster care journey: ‘Ma’Khia should be alive today’
Three Democratic lawmakers are requesting a federal investigation into the foster care journey of Ma’Khia Bryant and the events leading up to…
Continue Reading Witness accuses boater of endangering dolphin pod off Kaua’i
Click here for updates on this story KAUAI, Hawaii (KITV) — While hiking on Saturday morning, Kapa’a resident…
Continue Reading Painting helped this self-taught artist find balance with bipolar disorder. Now, she’s helping others
A’Driane Nieves didn’t attend art school, and she never dreamed of becoming an abstract artist. “I knew I was a creative, but I…
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We might never reach herd immunity with COVID-19. But here’s how you can maximize our chances
If you think herd immunity is the finish line to this pandemic, it’s time for a reality check. Herd immunity with COVID-19 could come and go,…
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Liz Cheney spent $58K on security after impeachment vote
The Federal Elections Commission has released financial filings that show Wyoming U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney spent $58,500 on security from January to…
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Florida governor OKs limits on transgender student athletes
Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis is plunging Florida deeper into the national culture debate over transgender rights.…
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Idaho misses first coronavirus vaccine goal
As the country celebrated reaching 50% of American adults vaccinated, Idaho missed its first vaccination goal by just…
Continue Reading Florida becomes 8th state to enact anti-trans sports ban this year
Florida became the eighth state this year to ban transgender girls and women in public secondary schools and colleges from participating on…
Continue Reading Bob Baffert suspended from home of Kentucky Derby after Medina Spirit’s failed drug test confirmed
Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert has been suspended from the home of the Kentucky Derby for two years after Medina Spirit’s positive post-race…
Continue Reading House Administration Committee to hold hearing after Inspector General report on 1/6 insurrection
The House Administration Committee announced Wednesday it will hold a hearing to address a new report from the Inspector General of the US Capitol…
Continue Reading Pennsylvania lawmaker sponsors bill that would allow teenagers to get vaccines without parents’ consent
Click here for updates on this story PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — With more and more kids getting the coronavirus vaccine but…
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ISP issued 233 seat belt citations during last 2 weeks of May followed by tragic Memorial Day weekend
Idaho State Police Troopers wrote 233 citations to motorists for not wearing seat belts during the last two weeks in…
Continue Reading Why TikTok’s chaotic ‘kickbacks’ took off with young people starved for company
It was just supposed to be a kickback. That’s what a 17-year-old named Adrian and his friends were planning for his birthday — a…
Continue Reading Woman with Down syndrome given hero’s sendoff after beating COVID
Click here for updates on this story NEW YORK (WCBS) — A young woman who has battled the odds throughout her life most…
Continue Reading PETA petitions Ham Lake mayor to change city’s name to Yam Lake
Click here for updates on this story MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Animal rights group PETA is petitioning the mayor of Ham Lake…
Continue Reading 1 wolf shot, another struck by car after wildlife center escape
Click here for updates on this story MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — The Wildlife Science Center, located near Stacy in…
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A new series from the Obamas aims to teach civics through music
A delightful new trailer is here for “We the People,” an animated musical show set to air on Netflix, executive produced by former…
Continue Reading Maryland to end $300-a-week pandemic unemployment benefits in July
Maryland will stop paying jobless residents the $300-a-week federal boost and end two other pandemic unemployment benefits programs on July 3,…
Continue Reading $6 trillion stimulus: Here’s who got relief money so far
The federal government has pumped about $4 trillion into the US economy since the pandemic began in March 2020, sending cash directly to households,…
Continue Reading Couple creates thriving business offering tiki hut boat cruises
Click here for updates on this story SALEM, Massachusetts (WBZ) — Upon stepping aboard, it’s easy to forget you’re…
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AMC shares jump more than 120% to an all-time high
The hits keep coming. Shares of AMC — the largest movie theater chain in the world — surged more than 120% Wednesday to a new peak above $70…
Continue Reading Feeling trapped and vulnerable, shoppers question response to ‘active shooter’ scare
Click here for updates on this story DALLAS (KTVT) — The mass evacuation of NorthPark Center in response to reports of…
Continue Reading Top JAMA editor steps down after colleague questioned whether racism exists in health care
The top editor of the prestigious medical journal JAMA has resigned following outcry over comments made by another editor, questioning whether…
Continue Reading From kindergarten through high school, student completes 13 years of perfect attendance
Click here for updates on this story ARLINGTON, Texas (KTVT) — No sick days. No vacations, coronavirus pandemic-related…
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Bill Gates company to build reactor at Wyoming coal plant
Business and government officials say a next-generation small nuclear plant will be built at a soon-to-be retired coal-fired power plant in Wyoming…
Continue Reading Florida man attacked by gator in Myakka River
Click here for updates on this story MYAKKA RIVER, Florida (WBBH) — A man had only been in the Myakka River for one…
Continue Reading FDA says to avoid eating cicadas ‘if you’re allergic to seafood’
Cicadas might seem like a crispy, protein-packed snack, but people with seafood allergies should think twice about eating them, according to the US…
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Martha’s Vineyard ferry disrupted by ransomware attack
A ransomware attack has disrupted ferry services in Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. The region’s Steamship Authority announced…
Continue Reading Former alderman hosts mask-burning event at Milwaukee bar
Click here for updates on this story MILWAUKEE (WDJT) — A group at a south side Milwaukee bar celebrated the end of the…
Continue Reading Senate chamber trespasser pleads guilty and faces more than a year in prison
A man who wore goggles and carried a Trump flag into the Senate chamber on January 6 as the US Capitol was overrun with rioters became the second…
Continue Reading Concerns about crime have restaurant closing early
Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — A River North restaurant owner says he is closing earlier – not…
Continue Reading High school freshman creates scholarship to support students with learning differences
Click here for updates on this story TOWSON, Maryland (WJZ) — Scott Pawley looks like any other freshman walking…
Continue Reading Supreme Court spokeswoman to step down after more than 20 years
Supreme Court public information officer Kathy Arberg will step down on July 3 after some 22 years at the high court, the court announced Wednesday.…
Continue Reading Alleged Drug Kingpin, 6 Others Arrested; Feds Shut Down Major Fentanyl Distribution Pipeline In San Francisco Bay Area
Click here for updates on this story SAN FRANCISCO, California (KPIX) — The alleged kingpin and six of his associates…
Continue Reading Beach hotel closes owing customers money
Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — Last month, CBS 2 helped a couple get their money back from a…
Continue Reading Extreme Road Rage Case Includes Man Wielding Machete
Click here for updates on this story STOCKTON, California (KOVR) — It’s a case of extreme road rage…and a machete.…
Continue Reading US Army will not investigate Flynn’s comments about a coup after he appeared to endorse one
The US Army said Wednesday that it will not investigate former Gen. Michael Flynn for statements he recently made in which he appeared to endorse a…
Continue Reading ‘This Job Isn’t Working For Me’: Controversial Huntington Beach Mayor Pro Tem Tito Ortiz Resigns
Click here for updates on this story HUNTINGTON BEACH, California (KCAL, KCBS) — Huntington Beach Mayor Pro Tem Tito…
Continue Reading Colorado cheer family trying to uplift coaches who had moving truck stolen
Click here for updates on this story DENVER, Colorado (KCNC) — A man accused of leading police on a wild chase across…
Continue Reading The ‘iCarly’ reboot trailer is here
The trailer for the upcoming “iCarly” reboot has dropped. The Nickelodeon show first debuted in 2007 ran for five years. The show…
Continue Reading Newsrooms begin to welcome vaccinated staffers back to offices with ‘soft’ reopenings
A version of this article first appeared in the “Reliable Sources” newsletter. You can sign up for free right here. Tuesday was the first…
Continue Reading Biden announces ‘National Month of Action’ — that could include free beer — to get more Americans vaccinated by July 4
President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced a “National Month of Action” and outlined additional steps his administration is taking to get…
Continue Reading Biden will discuss recent cyber attack on meat producer with Putin in Geneva
The White House says President Joe Biden will address the recent ransomware attack on a meat producer and the increased threat of cyber attacks while…
Continue Reading Domestic (Intimate Partner) Violence Fast Facts
Here’s a look at information and statistics concerning domestic (intimate partner) violence. According to the Centers for Disease Control and…
Continue Reading Woman charged, accused of driving SUV to hit mother and infant on walk
Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KCTV) — A Kansas City mother is recovering after…
Continue Reading Former high school coach pleads guilty to eight sex counts
Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KCTV) — A former Northland high school coach has pleaded…
Continue Reading Man arrested after showing up to courthouse in stolen car, sheriff says
Click here for updates on this story FRANKLIN COUNTY, Missouri (KMOV) — A man was arrested after he allegedly showed up…
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