By DICK SCANLON Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Franz Wagner scored 24 points, Orlando had a franchise-record 50 points in the first quarter and the Magic beat the Atlanta Hawks 135-124 on Wednesday night for their fourth straight victory. Cole Anthony finished the first period with two free throws to make it 50-22, the
Continue Reading BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. — Led by DQ Nicholas’ 18 points, the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs defeated the Carolina University Bruins 120-44 on Wednesday night. The Runnin’ Bulldogs moved to 3-7 with the win and the Bruins dropped to 0-2.
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Rocío Muñoz-Ledo (CNN Español) — Una legisladora de la oposición de México se presentó este miércoles en el pleno del Senado disfrazada de dinosaurio e interrumpió por unos minutos la sesión, según muestran imágenes que difundió el Canal del Congreso. Además del disfraz, la senadora Xóchitl Gálvez portaba un cartel en el que se leía
Continue Reading ALBANY, N.Y. — Led by Jonathan Beagle’s 17 points, the Albany (NY) Great Danes defeated the Long Island Sharks 76-59 on Wednesday night. The Great Danes improved to 4-8 with the victory and the Sharks fell to 1-9.
Continue Reading macamilarincon (CNN) –– La convulsión política en Perú ya cumple una semana, en medio de protestas, un estado de emergencia, proyectos para elecciones anticipadas, una nueva gobernante, y el expresidente Pedro Castillo detenido. Desde que el exmandatario fue destituido y arrestado, luego de que anunciara sus planes de disolver el Congreso ante la inminente votación
Continue Reading TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Kowacie Reeves scored a season-high 20 points off the bench, Kyle Lofton added 15 points, and Florida routed Ohio 82-48 at Amalie Arena, home of the NHL’s Tampa Bay Lightning. Reeves hit on 7 of 11 shots, made a career-high four 3-pointers and grabbed six rebounds. Lofton added seven assists. Alex
Continue Reading HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. — Led by Xavier Rhodes’ 19 points, the Northern Kentucky Norse defeated the Eastern Kentucky Colonels 64-61 on Wednesday night. The Norse improved to 6-5 with the victory and the Colonels fell to 5-6.
Continue Reading BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — KJ Buffen scored a career-high 25 points, Jordan “Jelly” Walker hit five 3-pointers and had 22 points and UAB beat South Carolina 84-70. Eric Gaines also had a career night with 19 points for the nation’s sixth-best scoring offense (87.9). UAB and South Carolina were close in shooting percentage but the
Continue Reading CHARLESTON, S.C. — Led by Dalton Bolon’s 16 points, the Charleston (SC) Cougars defeated the Stetson Hatters 65-60 on Wednesday night. The Cougars are now 11-1 on the season, while the Hatters fell to 5-4.
Continue Reading BOCA RATON, Fla. — Alijah Martin scored 18 points off of the bench to lead the Florida Atlantic Owls past the Saint Thomas (FL) Bobcats 97-74 on Wednesday night. The Owls moved to 9-1 with the win.
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By Brian Fung, CNN Two Democratic lawmakers on Wednesday urged Meta to maintain Donald Trump’s suspension from its platforms when it revisits the matter in January, arguing that the former president’s recent posts on his own social media platform suggest he is likely to violate the social media giant’s policies if given a chance. The
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By Kristin Wilson and Jack Forrest, CNN House Speaker Nancy Pelosi‘s official portrait was unveiled in a ceremony Wednesday at the US Capitol, with speeches from old allies and political sparring-mates who reminisced on her historic tenure. The painting, which depicts Pelosi standing before the speaker’s chair in the House chamber and holding a gavel,
Continue Reading Alexandra Ferguson (CNN) — El covid-19 prolongado deja a algunas personas con síntomas a largo plazo, pero también puede ser mortal. Según un nuevo informe, el covid-19 prolongado fue responsable de al menos 3.544 muertes en Estados Unidos durante los primeros 30 meses de la pandemia. El informe representa el primer intento oficial del Centro
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By FARNOUSH AMIRI Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The House has passed bipartisan legislation that would empower law enforcement agencies to adopt de-escalation training when encountering individuals with mental health issues. It is part of an effort to reduce the number of officer-involved fatalities. The bill passed 264-162 with Republican support. It capped off a
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Our Sermon Service and Electric Athlete of the Week already knows she’ll playing basketball at a power five school in college just part of the way through her junior season. Our Athlete of the Week is Rigby’s Kambree Barber.
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By JENNIFER SINCO KELLEHER Associated Press HONOLULU (AP) — The average profile of a missing child in Hawaii: 15 years old, female, from the island of Oahu and Native Hawaiian. That’s according to a report released Wednesday that says much more disaggregated racial and gender data is needed to combat the scourge of missing and
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Stacker compiled the highest paying computer and engineering jobs in Boise, ID using data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Continue Reading By Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN An Ohio man who allegedly threatened to kill an Arizona state election official during the 2022 midterm election season is now facing federal charges, the Justice Department announced Wednesday. Joshua Russell, 44, allegedly left voicemails for an unnamed election official who worked for the Arizona secretary of state’s office in the
Continue Reading By KEVIN FREKING Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Democratic-led House has passed a short-term spending bill to keep government agencies funded at current levels through Dec. 23. The effort is designed to give lawmakers more time to craft a roughly $1.7 trillion appropriations package that would cover the full fiscal year. Congress faces a
Continue Reading By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA has cleared a major hurdle toward joining the Big Ten Conference in 2024, getting approval for the move from the University of California Board of Regents. The regents voted 11-5 to affirm the Bruins’ move during a special meeting on the university’s Westwood campus.
Continue Reading By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA has cleared a major hurdle toward joining the Big Ten Conference in 2024, getting approval for the move from the University of California Board of Regents. The regents voted 11-5 to affirm the Bruins’ move during a special meeting on the university’s Westwood campus.
Continue Reading BUIES CREEK, N.C. — Led by Devon Dunn’s 19 points, the Campbell Fighting Camels defeated the William Peace Pacers 97-58 on Wednesday night. The Fighting Camels are now 5-5 on the season.
Continue Reading By KEVIN FREKING Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The bust of a U.S. Supreme Court justice who wrote an infamous decision on slavery could soon be leaving the Capitol. The House approved a bill Wednesday that calls for removing the bust of Roger Taney, the nation’s fifth chief justice. Taney wrote the infamous 1857 Dred
Continue Reading By Melissa Bell, Saskya Vandoorne and Christina Maxouris, CNN The woman who hosted an American college student studying in France before he went missing told CNN she thinks he may have left voluntarily — a claim echoed by a French prosecutor. But the young man’s parents don’t believe that’s the case and on Wednesday, the
Continue Reading By EDITH M. LEDERER Associated Press UNITED NATIONS (AP) — A key U.N. committee has again blocked Myanmar’s military junta from taking the country’s seat at the United Nations, two well-informed U.N. diplomats said Wednesday. The General Assembly’s credentials committee met Monday and deferred action on the junta’s request, the diplomats said, speaking on condition
Continue Reading By JOHN WAWROW AP Sports Writer ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Tremaine Edmunds has the size and Matt Milano brings the speed to the Buffalo Bills defense. Together, they form a starting linebacker tandem which has anchored one of the NFL’s top defenses over the past five seasons. Both use their distinct skillsets to complement
Continue Reading By Jake Tapper, Anchor and Chief Washington Correspondent A group of retired ambassadors, all of whom served as chief of mission at the US Embassy in Afghanistan, have written a letter to congressional leaders pushing them to include the Afghan Adjustment Act in the omnibus spending bill. The legislation “keeps our deep and binding commitments
Continue Reading By Stella Chan, CNN The man accused of attacking House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband, Paul, said there was “evil in Washington” and had also planned to target President Joe Biden’s son Hunter, California Gov. Gavin Newsom and actor Tom Hanks, a San Francisco Police Department official testified Wednesday. “There is evil in Washington, what they
Continue Reading By DAN GREENSPAN Associated Press COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers had wide receivers Mike Williams and Keenan Allen back on the field together in their 23-17 win over the Miami Dolphins. If the pair remains healthy, that would be a huge help to the Chargers as they push to reach the
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Gov. Brad Little issued an executive order Wednesday banning TikTok on state-issued devices and networks to protect Idahoans from security threats posed by the communist Chinese government.
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After breaking ground in April, the new Idaho Falls Police Station is well underway and making progress.
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By JOSH FUNK AP Business Writer OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Federal regulators and shippers are questioning Union Pacific’s decision to temporarily limit some businesses’ shipments as part of its effort to clear up congestion across the railroad. The head of the U.S. Surface Transportation Board said Wednesday he’s concerned about the railroad’s increasing use of
Continue Reading Alejandra Ramos (CNN Español) — Perú atraviesa una crisis política tras la destitución del expresidente Pedro Castillo, quien después de intentar disolver el Congreso —antes de enfrentar una moción de vacancia en su contra— fue destituido de su cargo y arrestado la semana pasada, acusado de los delitos de rebelión y conspiración. Tras una semana en
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A segment of Grant Street near the intersection of Fore Road adjacent to Centennial Park will be closed Dec. 16 and Dec. 17.
Continue Reading By MATT O’BRIEN AP Technology Writer Twitter on Wednesday suspended an account that used publicly available flight data to track Elon Musk’s private jet, despite a pledge by the social media platform’s new owner to keep it up because of his free speech principles. Then, hours later, Musk brought back the jet-tracking account after imposing
Continue Reading By MARK ANDERSON AP Sports Writer HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Las Vegas Raiders coach Josh McDaniels was an assistant under New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick for 18 years. McDaniels was New England’s offensive coordinator for 13 years. He’s now in his first season as the Raiders’ coach. The Raiders and Patriots play each other
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The Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation says that our current conditions are ripe for an avalanche to occur.
Continue Reading By LISA MASCARO AP Congressional Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — Outgoing Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s portrait was unveiled at the U.S. Capitol, a traditional honor bestowed on a tradition-breaking leader. Pelosi is not just the first woman to hold the gavel but among the most consequential House speakers in American history. The ceremony at the ornate Statuary
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Long-time friends and teammates Azia Martinez and Amaya Luna made their next steps official on Wednesday together, signing their letters of intent to play softball at Treasure Valley Community College.
Continue Reading YPSILANTI, Mich. (AP) — Eastern Michigan basketball star Emoni Bates has been sentenced to 18 months of probation after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor gun charge. The Detroit News reports the conviction will be expunged from Bates’ record if he completes probation successfully. Washtenaw County Circuit Judge Patrick Conlin waived a fine during Wednesday’s sentencing.
Continue Reading YPSILANTI, Mich. (AP) — Eastern Michigan basketball star Emoni Bates has been sentenced to 18 months of probation after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor gun charge. The Detroit News reports the conviction will be expunged from Bates’ record if he completes probation successfully. Washtenaw County Circuit Judge Patrick Conlin waived a fine during Wednesday’s sentencing.
Continue Reading Alexandra Ferguson Beijing (CNN) — Calles vacías, centros comerciales desiertos y residentes que se mantienen alejados unos de otros son la nueva normalidad en Beijing, pero no porque la ciudad, como muchas otras chinas antes que ella, esté bajo un bloqueo por las restricciones de la política de “cero covid”. Esta vez se debe a
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has named a new El Paso district attorney after the previous one resigned under mounting pressure over the handling of the 2019 Walmart attack that has yet to go to trial. Abbott said Wednesday that Abbott said former judge Bill Hicks would “restore confidence” in El
Continue Reading By JOSH FUNK AP Business Writer OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Federal regulators and shippers are questioning Union Pacific’s decision to temporarily limit some businesses’ shipments as part of its effort to clear up congestion across the railroad. The head of the U.S. Surface Transportation Board said Wednesday he’s concerned about the railroad’s increasing use of
Continue Reading By TOM CANAVAN AP Sports Writer EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — There is no secret to the New York Giants’ success this season. When the Giants can run the ball effectively, the result has been positive. When the Giants can run the ball effectively, the result has been positive. The team has topped 100 yards
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By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN Ellen DeGeneres fought back tears in her first public video statement since the death of beloved talk show personality and her friend Stephen “tWitch” Boss. “Hey everybody. I just wanted to say the past 11 days have been really tough for everyone,” DeGeneres said in a video posted to her social
Continue Reading By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Pro Football Writer EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The calmness and optimism Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Ed Donatell pours into the job has not publicly wavered amid persistent struggles for his group. The pass defense hasn’t held up nearly that well. The Vikings have allowed 1,678 yards through the air over the
Continue Reading Alejandra Ramos (CNN Español) — La Cámara de Senadores de México discute y vota este miércoles el “Plan B” de la iniciativa de reforma electoral impulsada por el presidente Andrés Manuel López Obrador, y que de acuerdo con la oposición, busca eliminar al Instituto Nacional Electoral (INE), la instancia encargada de organizar las elecciones en
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Scattered snow showers tonight, as a system moves down along the jet stream. A chance of snow with areas of Patchy freezing fog. Cloudy, with a low around 12°. Winds around 5 mph and new snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible. Thursday, more areas of patchy freezing fog, then gradually becoming sunny.
Continue Reading SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Alissa Pili scored 25 points, Gianna Kneepkens had 17 points, six rebounds and five assists and No. 13 Utah beat Colorado 85-58 on Wednesday night in a Pac-12 opener for both teams. Pili scored 20-plus for the fourth straight game, including back-to-back 28-point performances. She was 10 of 14 from
Continue Reading SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Alissa Pili scored 25 points, Gianna Kneepkens had 17 points, six rebounds and five assists and No. 13 Utah beat Colorado 85-58 on Wednesday night in a Pac-12 opener for both teams. Pili scored 20-plus for the fourth straight game, including back-to-back 28-point performances. She was 10 of 14 from
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Idaho officials reported 1,329 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths in the last week.
Continue Reading By PAT GRAHAM AP Sports Writer ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson stretched and tossed some passes on the field before team drills at practice Wednesday. Wilson is in the concussion protocol after getting knocked out of Denver’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs last weekend. If Wilson can’t play Sunday it will
Continue Reading By DAVID KLEPPER Associated Press New research finds that TikTok’s powerful algorithms are promoting videos about self-harm and eating disorders to teens. The findings come from the Center for Countering Digital Hate, which created TikTok accounts for fictitious young people living in the U.S., Britain, Canada and Australia. The researchers found that accounts who liked
Continue Reading By DAVID KLEPPER Associated Press New research finds that TikTok’s powerful algorithms are promoting videos about self-harm and eating disorders to teens. The findings come from the Center for Countering Digital Hate, which created TikTok accounts for fictitious young people living in the U.S., Britain, Canada and Australia. The researchers found that accounts who liked
Continue Reading By SUMMER BALLENTINE and JOHN D. HANNA Associated Press COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — The first openly transgender woman set to be executed in the U.S. is asking Missouri’s governor for mercy. Lawyers for 49-year-old Amber McLaughlin on Monday asked Republican Gov. Mike Parson to spare her. Her lawyers are citing childhood abuse and mental health
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A local favorite destination is once again preparing to open its doors for another year.
Continue Reading By BETH HARRIS AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that pitcher Noah Syndergaard and the Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to a deal. It’s worth $13 million for one year. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the agreement hasn’t been announced.
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By Kristen Rogers, CNN Suicide is a leading cause of death among children and adults, but spotting risk factors and warning signs isn’t easy. Nearly 46,000 people in the United States died by suicide in 2020, which is about one death every 11 minutes, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Worldwide,
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A local teacher got not only one but multiple pies in the face on Wednesday.
Continue Reading Rocío Muñoz-Ledo (CNN Español) — Un jurado del sur de la Florida encontró este martes culpable de delitos relacionados con lavado de dinero a Claudia Patricia Díaz Guillén, quien fuera directora de la Oficina Nacional del Tesoro de Venezuela durante el gobierno del fallecido presidente Hugo Chávez, según documentos judiciales obtenidos este miércoles por CNN.
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In the nation’s time honored tradition, the fallen heroes who sacrificed so much for our nation’s freedoms will be honored on Saturday.
Continue Reading By Jacqueline Howard, CNN A small proportion — 14.1% — of all diagnosed cancers in the United States are detected by screening with a recommended screening test, according to a new report. The remaining diagnosed cancers tend to be found when someone has symptoms or seeks imaging or medical care for other reasons, suggests the
Continue Reading By AMANDA SEITZ Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration has proposed a ban on misleading ads for Medicare Advantage plans that have targeted older Americans and, in some cases, convinced them to sign up for plans that don’t cover their doctors or prescriptions. The rule was proposed by the Centers for Medicare and
Continue Reading KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — All-America wide receiver Jalin Hyatt will watch his sixth-ranked Tennessee Volunteers play No. 10 Clemson in the Orange Bowl from the sideline after announcing Wednesday he is leaving after his junior season for the NFL draft. Hyatt thanked his teammates, coaches and fans for what he called “an amazing ride” in
Continue Reading CNNEspañol sjv (CNN Español) — El 20 de junio de 2018 se vivió uno de los partidos más apasionantes del Mundial de Rusia 2018. Francia y Argentina se encontraron en octavos de final en un duelo entre uno de los favoritos al título y el entonces subcampeón del mundo. Lionel Messi llegaba a Rusia ya
Continue Reading PHOENIX (AP) — An Ohio man has been charged in federal court for making a series of threats to an Arizona state election official. The U.S. Justice Department says a grand jury in Phoenix on Wednesday indicted 44-year-old Joshua Russell of Bucyrus. He is charged with three counts each of making a threatening interstate communication
Continue Reading MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired infielder Owen Miller from the Cleveland Guardians for a player to be named and cash. The 26-yeara-old Miller batted .243 with six homers, 51 RBIs, a .301 on-base percentage and .351 slugging percentage in 130 games with the Guardians last season. He primarily played first base but
Continue Reading By JAMES ROBSON AP Soccer Writer AL KHOR, Qatar (AP) — Yassine Bounou stretched out his arm with everything he had trying to get something in the way of the ball. It was no use. France substitute Randal Kolo Muani had come on only seconds earlier and with his first touch assured the defending champions
Continue Reading By Chandelis Duster, CNN A conservative legal group led by former top Trump aide Stephen Miller has emerged as a frequent opponent to several Biden administration initiatives by mounting court challenges, succeeding in blocking policies they say are examples of reverse discrimination. Miller touts America First Legal as “the long-awaited answer to the (American Civil
Continue Reading By Jen Christensen, CNN More than 55% of people involved in serious or fatal road accidents tested positive for drugs or alcohol, according to a new study. Impaired driving is one of the leading causes of fatal crashes in the United States. Alcohol and drugs can impair a person’s reaction time, thinking and physical ability
Continue Reading By Jeremy Diamond, CNN Matt Hill, a longtime communications aide to President Joe Biden, is leaving the White House for the Department of Commerce to steer communications for the implementation of the administration’s multi-billion-dollar investment in the semiconductor industry. Hill will serve as the communications director for the newly established CHIPS program office, which is
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Bannock County is seeking public comment on a planned grant application to the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) administered by the Idaho Parks and Recreation Department.
Continue Reading AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Records obtained by The Washington Post show the office of Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton this summer sought data on how many people had changed the gender information on their driver’s license. Records obtained by the newspaper do not indicate why Paxton’s office made the request to the Texas Department
Continue Reading By Sarah Fortinsky, CNN Survivors of the Club Q mass shooting directly tied Republicans’ rhetoric to the massacre at the Colorado LGBTQ nightclub and detailed their experiences on the night of the shooting, in prepared testimony read before the House Oversight and Reform committee Wednesday. “To the politicians and activists who accuse LGBTQ people of
Continue Reading By TERESA M. WALKER AP Pro Football Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans have a serious problem once they come out of the locker room after halftime. They simply can’t stay on the field offensively. The Titans have started the third quarter in 10 of 13 games by going three-and-out. They rank last
Continue Reading BATTLE CREEK, Mich. (AP) — A man who pleaded guilty to killing two women in Pennsylvania has been extradited to Michigan to face a first-degree murder charge in the slaying of a pregnant woman who disappeared more than 17 years ago. Harold David Haulman III was charged Wednesday in Calhoun County District Court in the
Continue Reading CNNEspañol sjv (CNN Español) — Cinco goles. Dos delanteros del PSG. El líder de Argentina y el líder de Francia. Lionel Messi y Kylian Mbappé se enfrentarán en la final del Mundial de Qatar 2022 siendo los goleadores del torneo. Es un duelo entre el veterano astro argentino, el mejor del mundo por años y
Continue Reading By Chandelis Duster, CNN A conservative legal group led by former top Trump aide Stephen Miller has emerged as a frequent opponent to several Biden administration initiatives by mounting court challenges, succeeding in blocking policies they say are examples of reverse discrimination. Miller touts America First Legal as “the long-awaited answer to the (American Civil
Continue Reading LOS ANGELES (AP) — The mother of a 15-year-old girl who died of a suspected fentanyl overdose in a high school restroom has filed a negligence and wrongful-death lawsuit against the Los Angeles Unified School District. Elena Perez seeks a wide range of damages but the lawsuit does not specify a dollar amount. Perez’s daughter,
Continue Reading By The Associated Press The San Francisco 49ers can wrap up the NFC West title with a win over the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night. San Francisco is the hottest team in the league having won six straight games. The 49ers are banged up and have uncertainty at quarterback with Brock Purdy dealing with an
Continue Reading Alexandra Ferguson (CNN) — Jay Leno habló por primera vez sobre el accidente que le causó graves quemaduras en la cara y el cuerpo. En una entrevista con Hoda Kotb de “Today”, la primera que concede desde el incidente el pasado 12 de noviembre, el comediante, de 72 años, dijo que trabajaba debajo de un
Continue Reading Rocío Muñoz-Ledo (CNN Español) — El cierre de año viene acompañado de un sinfín de resúmenes que los usuarios de distintas plataformas comparten en sus redes sociales, mostrando sus estadísticas de escucha o las horas que pasaron viendo transmisiones en directo. ¿Quieres tener una radiografía de tu actividad en Twitch? Aquí te decimos, paso a
Continue Reading BY DREW COSTLEY AP Science Writer A California law that prohibits new oil and gas wells from being drilled near homes, schools and hospitals could face a referendum in the 2024 election. Stop the Energy Shutdown, a campaign organized by oil and gas industry groups, said Tuesday it has collected enough signatures for a referendum
Continue Reading TACOMA, Wash. (AP) — A jury acquitted a Washington county sheriff Wednesday in a case involving his confrontation with a Black newspaper carrier. The six-member male and nearly all-white jury found Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer not guilty on misdemeanor false-reporting charges, The Seattle Times reported. The jury deliberated much of Wednesday before returning the
Continue Reading By GRAHAM DUNBAR AP Sports Writer AL KHOR, Qatar (AP) — Darting runs. Key tackles. Timely interceptions. Calming passes. Antoine Griezmann did it all for France and now he’s going to his second World Cup final. Griezmann had exceptional moments in both penalty areas to help France beat an impressive Morocco 2-0 in the semifinals
Continue Reading By Sooji Nam Click here for updates on this story JUPITER, Florida (WPBF) — Little Smiles, a nonprofit organization in Jupiter, has purchased hundreds of more toys Tuesday afternoon for the holidays. “We had a tremendous experience shopping today, spending I believe close to $7,000 for toys that will go out to families in need
Continue Reading By Janice Limon Click here for updates on this story ASHEVILLE, North Carolina (WYFF) — A woman who heard a “sad whimper” while sitting on her back porch got a big surprise when she went to investigate: A full-grown bear had made a den in her backyard. Casey Vandergrift, who lives in Asheville, North Carolina,
Continue Reading By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons will have more on the line than retaining hope in the weak NFC South race as rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder makes his debut as the starter this weekend at New Orleans. Sunday’s game is the start of a four-week audition for
Continue Reading By WYFF Staff Click here for updates on this story ANDERSON, South Carolina (WYFF) — When an Anderson man spotted his dad’s car at a local convenience store and stopped in to say hi, he didn’t know he was in for a surprise, too. At the MD Food Mart on Concord Road in Anderson, the
Continue Reading By KATE BRUMBACK Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Rapper Gunna, who was arrested earlier this year along with fellow rapper Young Thug and more than two dozen other people, on Wednesday pleaded guilty in Atlanta to a racketeering conspiracy charge, according to a statement released by his attorneys. Fulton County prosecutors in May obtained the
Continue Reading By NICOLE WINFIELD Associated Press ROME (AP) — The head of Pope Francis’ Jesuit religious order admitted Wednesday that a famous Jesuit priest had been convicted of one of the most serious crimes in the Catholic Church some two years before the Vatican decided to shelve another case against him for allegedly abusing other adult
Continue Reading By FRANK BAJAK AP Technology Writer BOSTON (AP) — A hacker claims to have posed as the CEO of a financial institution to obtain access to the more than 80,000-member database of InfraGard. That’s an FBI-run outreach program that shares sensitive information on national security and cybersecurity threats with public officials and private sector individuals
Continue Reading By Christian Balderas Click here for updates on this story SALINAS, California (KSBW) — A man that was struck and then dragged by a car in front of Salinas High School is in stable condition, according to the Salinas Police Department. According to investigators, the hit-and-run followed a fight that broke out between two men
Continue Reading By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Deshaun Watson knows he’s got a long way to go in his comeback. Cleveland’s quarterback played much better in his second game last week in Cincinnati after a dreadful debut in Houston. Watson looked much more like a franchise quarterback and he’s intent on improving
Continue Reading By KMBC 9 News Staff Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KMBC) — One of the newest members of Chiefs Kingdom gave the gift of Christmas to more than 50 families at a special event on Monday. Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster was behind a holiday surprise for more
Continue Reading Alejandra Ramos (CNN Español) — En medio de los diálogos de paz entre el Gobierno del presidente Gustavo Petro y la guerrilla del Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN), cuyo primer ciclo terminó el pasado lunes en Caracas, un frente de ese grupo armado que opera en el departamento del Chocó anunció mediante un comunicado que
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A local Secret Santa program is setting out to make a difference this holiday season with your help.
Continue Reading BOSTON (AP) — A Berklee College of Music student and citizen of China has been arrested for allegedly threatening an individual who posted a flyer in support of democracy in China. Federal investigators say 25-year-old Xiaolei Wu was charged with one count of stalking. Investigators say an individual posted a flyer on Oct. 22 near
Continue Reading WASHINGTON (AP) — First baseman Matt Adams has returned to the Washington Nationals via a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training after being out of baseball since July 2021. Adams has not been a full-time player in the majors since 2019, when he hit 20 homers for the Nationals during the regular
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