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Construction comes back to popular Rexburg intersection
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of former US House speaker and presidential candidate Newt Gingrich. Personal Birth…
Continue Reading Watchdog report finds former Pentagon official created a toxic work environment
By Haley Britzky, CNN (CNN) — A newly released Defense Department inspector general investigation found that a former senior Pentagon leader…
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Campaigners want fossil fuel firms to pay into climate calamity fund; diplomats dubious
By FRANK JORDANS Associated Press BONN, Germany (AP) — Environmental campaigners are calling for fossil fuel producers to contribute to a new fund…
Continue Reading Bronze statue of noted American author Willa Cather unveiled in US Capitol
WASHINGTON (AP) — A bronze statue of renowned American author Willa Cather has been unveiled in the National Statuary Hall of the U.S. Capitol.…
Continue Reading Serbia’s president promises early election amid large protests against his populist rule
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Continue Reading Man convicted in 2018 California state park killing sentenced to life in prison
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A man convicted last month in the shooting death of a father who was camping with his daughters at a California park was…
Continue Reading Missouri governor signs ban on transgender health care, school sports
By SUMMER BALLENTINE Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Transgender minors and some adults soon will be limited from accessing puberty…
Continue Reading The US Senate is working to get up to speed on AI basics ahead of any legislation
By Brian Fung, CNN Washington (CNN) — The US Senate is inching forward on a plan to regulate artificial intelligence, after months of seeing…
Continue Reading The US Senate is working to get up to speed on AI basics ahead of any legislation
By Brian Fung, CNN Washington (CNN) — The US Senate is inching forward on a plan to regulate artificial intelligence, after months of seeing…
Continue Reading With Saudi-PGA deal, once-shunned crown prince makes dramatic move to extend kingdom’s influence
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Continue Reading MLB, WNBA postpone games due to smoke from Canadian wildfires
By MIKE FITZPATRICK AP Baseball Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball has postponed games in New York and Philadelphia on Wednesday night…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at Watergate, the 1970s political scandal that led to the resignation of President Richard…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at some US citizens who have been convicted of spying against the United States. Aldrich Ames…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of Mohamed ElBaradei, former director general of the IAEA and Nobel Peace Prize…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Democratic US Senator and 2020 presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren. Personal…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Oscar-winning actress Meryl Streep. Personal Birth date: June 22, 1949 Birth…
Continue Reading What kind of surgery did Pope Francis have, and why?
By MARIA CHENG AP Medical Writer LONDON (AP) — Pope Francis emerged from a three-hour abdominal surgery at a Rome hospital on Wednesday evening,…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of Tommy Franks, retired four-star Army General. Personal Birth date: June 17, 1945…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the Korean War. Although hostilities ceased in 1953, there has been no formal end to the war.…
Continue Reading MAP: Track the air quality across the US
By Byron Manley, Curt Merrill and Renée Rigdon, CNN (CNN) — Millions of people across the Northeast, Midwest and mid-Atlantic are under air…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of convicted spy Robert Hanssen. Personal Birth date: April 18, 1944 Death date:…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of Edward Snowden, who admitted to leaking information about US surveillance programs…
Continue Reading The Iron Sheik, charismatic former pro wrestling villain and Twitter personality, dies at 81
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Continue Reading Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund just reshaped pro golf. It’s not stopping there
By Chris Isidore, CNN New York (CNN) — Saudi Arabia’s mountain of cash has upended the world of professional golf. But that is only a small…
Continue Reading Veteran fights to keep disability benefits as VA threatens recoupment
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Billy Joel. Personal Birth date: May…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the Wimbledon tennis championships. July 3-16, 2023 – Wimbledon takes place in London.…
Continue Reading Shannen Doherty habla de su batalla contra el cáncer y dice que hizo metástasis en su cerebro: “Mi miedo es obvio”
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Continue Reading Three people were arrested outside a California school board meeting after fights between pro- and anti-LGBTQ protesters
By Alisha Ebrahimji and Cheri Mossburg, CNN (CNN) — While administrators discussed the differences in opinion over the district’s LGBTQ+…
Continue Reading Three people were arrested outside a California school board meeting after fights between pro- and anti-LGBTQ protesters
By Alisha Ebrahimji and Cheri Mossburg, CNN (CNN) — While administrators discussed the differences in opinion over the district’s LGBTQ+…
Continue Reading Alert level lowered for Hawaii’s erupting Kilauea volcano as thousands watch the dazzling display
By Nouran Salahieh and Paradise Afshar, CNN (CNN) — US officials lowered the warning level for Hawaii’s erupting Kīlauea volcano on…
Continue Reading Asamblea Legislativa de El Salvador aprueba reducir número de diputados de 84 a 60 para 2024
Sol Amaya (CNN Español)– La Asamblea Legislativa de El Salvador, de mayoría oficialista, aprobó este miércoles reducir de 84 a 60 el…
Continue Reading Kentucky chemical weapons disposal program nearly done as US eliminates final stockpiles
By DYLAN LOVAN Associated Press RICHMOND, Ky. (AP) — A Kentucky facility built to dispose of deadly Cold War-era chemical weapons is nearing the…
Continue Reading Kuwait’s election brings little change to parliament or hope of overcoming years of gridlock
By NICK EL HAJJ Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Voters in Kuwait have returned most of their lawmakers to parliament in the…
Continue Reading Why Republicans are clashing with the FBI over a confidential Biden document
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Continue Reading What happens to papal power when a pope is unconscious? Nothing
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Continue Reading Costa Rica intensifica vigilancia sobre el volcán Rincón de la Vieja por constantes erupciones
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Boise gas prices top $4 mark, Pocatello and state average not far behind
Drivers in the Treasure Valley are noticing an unpleasant change at the pump Wednesday…
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Falcons lose top punt returner Avery Williams to season-ending knee injury
By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Atlanta Falcons running back and return specialist Avery Williams is expected to miss…
Continue Reading The story behind Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
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Continue Reading Former Trump White House aide Alyssa Farah Griffin interviewed by federal prosecutors in Jan. 6 probe
By Zachary Cohen and Paula Reid, CNN (CNN) — Alyssa Farah Griffin, a former White House communications director during the Trump administration…
Continue Reading Ship collision caused by distracted watch officer who was texting on his phone, NTSB finds
By Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business New York (CNN) — A distracted ship operator was texting on his phone instead of doing his lookout duty when…
Continue Reading El volcán Kilauea entra en erupción en Hawai y se eleva el nivel de alerta
Juan Pablo Elverdin (CNN) — El volcán Kilauea de Hawai entró en erupción durante la mañana de este miércoles, informó el Observatorio…
Continue Reading Minibus crash kills 25 people, including nine children, in northern Afghanistan
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — An Afghan police spokesman says 25 people, including nine children, have died in a minibus accident in the…
Continue Reading Rory McIlroy a strong anti-Saudi voice that now feels like ‘sacrificial lamb’ amid LIV Golf merger
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Continue Reading A look at Pope Francis’ health over the years
By The Associated Press Pope Francis has had three hospitalizations since he was elected pope in 2013, and underwent major surgery as a young man to…
Continue Reading ‘Vanderpump’ star Lala Kent on Scandoval, ex Randall Emmett and building ‘a freaking empire’
By ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press Lala Kent would like to thank her “Vanderpump Rules” co-stars Tom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss. Since their…
Continue Reading ‘Vanderpump’ star Lala Kent on Scandoval, ex Randall Emmett and building ‘a freaking empire’
By ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press Lala Kent would like to thank her “Vanderpump Rules” co-stars Tom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss. Since their…
Continue Reading Vanderbilt visiting White House to celebrate national bowling title
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Vanderbilt will be celebrating its latest national bowling championship at the White House on Monday. The Commodores…
Continue Reading Senators call on TikTok CEO to explain ‘inaccurate’ statements about how company manages US data
By HALELUYA HADERO AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Two U.S. senators are asking TikTok to explain what they called “misleading or…
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How English-language learner education has changed since the 1950s
HeyTutor compiled a list of changes in federal and state attitudes and policies toward English learners in schools from government records,…
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How US K-12 spending compares to other countries
HeyTutor used data from the Organization for Economic Cooperation Development to explore how education spending in the U.S. compares to other…
Continue Reading This country has the best wines in the world for 2023
By Maureen O’Hare, CNN (CNN) — When the golden light of the evening sun slants long across a vineyard’s even green rows and dances upon…
Continue Reading Lionel Messi says he’s going to MLS club Inter Miami
By David Close and Ray Sanchez, CNN (CNN) — Argentine superstar Lionel Messi said Wednesday he’s going to join the Major League Soccer club…
Continue Reading Russian-speaking cyber gang claims credit for hack of BBC and British Airways employee data
By Sean Lyngaas, CNN (CNN) — A group of Russian-speaking cyber criminals has claimed credit for a sweeping hack that has compromised employee…
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Crews to conduct nighttime roadway striping beginning Thursday
Crews will be striping traffic markings on WYO 390 Village Road and US 89/189/191 for the next couple weeks, weather…
Continue Reading FBI agents arrive in Peru for transfer of Joran van der Sloot, suspect in Natalee Holloway case
By Florencia Trucco, Jimena de la Quintana, Claudia Rebaza and Josh Campbell, CNN (CNN) — FBI special agents arrived in Peru on Wednesday for…
Continue Reading Cheerleaders blindsided after cheer program put on ‘pause’
By Soyoung Kim Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — Portland State University says it’s…
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Idaho Falls Power to conduct routine inspection of power poles
Idaho Falls Power will begin a routine process to test the structural integrity of its power poles in the City of Idaho Falls this…
Continue Reading Prosecutor: Deputy could have stopped Parkland school shooting but chose to take cover
By TERRY SPENCER Associated Press FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Opening statements are underway in the trial of a former Florida sheriff’s…
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Pocatello, Chubbuck join 4th annual Support Local Gems Initiative
Idahoans are encouraged to support Idaho small businesses Friday, June 9,…
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EIRMC nurses recognized for excellence in clinical care
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center nurses were recently recognized with the HCA Healthcare Unit of Distinction Award for driving excellence in…
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Fred Meyer now accepts EBT payment for SNAP online grocery orders
Fred Meyer announced Wednesday it will now accept EBT payment for all online grocery…
Continue Reading Harvard women’s hockey coach retires amid allegations she verbally abused, hazed players
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — One of the most decorated coaches in women’s hockey history has stepped down after nearly 30 years leading Harvard’s…
Continue Reading Greek island temple complex reveals ‘countless’ offerings left by ancient worshippers
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Archaeologists excavating a hilltop sanctuary on the Aegean Sea island of Kythnos have discovered “countless” pottery…
Continue Reading Having a tough month? How to prioritize your bills when you can’t pay them all
By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN New York (CNN) — If you’ve ever faced a situation where you realize you won’t have enough money to pay all your…
Continue Reading Harrison Ford makes his Marvel debut on set of newly named ‘Captain America: Brave New World’
By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Harrison Ford is officially in Marvel mode. On Tuesday, actor Anthony Mackie, who stars as Captain America in…
Continue Reading Move to electric vehicles could save nearly 90,000 lives in US by 2050, study says
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — If gas guzzlers disappeared from US car lots by 2035 and were replaced by zero-emissions vehicles –…
Continue Reading More kids are anxious but fewer are getting the right help, study shows
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — More kids, teens and young adults are experiencing anxiety — but fewer are getting the appropriate…
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As post-pandemic enrollment lags, schools compete for fewer students
The 74 analyzed declining enrollment in schools based on figures from Burbio and additional data from the nation’s 20 largest school…
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Top 10 colleges with the most students enrolled in popular STEM programs
EDsmart has developed a list of 10 schools with the largest share of students enrolled in STEM programs, using 2020 College Scorecard enrollment…
Continue Reading Inside the cave where a nonhuman species carved mysterious symbols
By Ashley Strickland, CNN (CNN) — Discoveries within the Cradle of Humankind’s limestone caves in South Africa are changing the way…
Continue Reading Simon Cowell hits golden buzzer for blind singer on ‘America’s Got Talent’
By Marianne Garvey (CNN) — Simon Cowell hit the golden buzzer for a very special contestant on “America’s Got Talent.” Seventeen-year-old…
Continue Reading Newborn deaths prompt federal warning over recalled Boppy baby loungers
By Parija Kavilanz, CNN New York (CNN) — The US Consumer Product Safety Commission on Tuesday urged parents and caregivers to stop using Boppy…
Continue Reading Fight hot flashes with these expert-approved methods
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Like lava rising from a volcano, the heat streams across your body, reddening your face and quickening your…
Continue Reading First mission to ‘touch’ the sun catches the solar wind
By Ashley Strickland, CNN (CNN) — A solar mission that has been spiraling closer to the sun to unravel its secrets has flown near enough to our…
Continue Reading Messi dice que irá al Inter de Miami de la MLS: “Decidimos continuar el camino ahí”
urielblanco (CNN Español) — Lionel Messi reveló este miércoles su futuro en el fútbol y dijo que irá al Inter de Miami de la Major League…
Continue Reading Authorities raise alert level as Kilauea volcano erupts
By Mitchell McCluskey, CNN (CNN) — Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano began erupting on Wednesday morning, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported.…
Continue Reading Authorities raise alert level as Kilauea volcano erupts
By Mitchell McCluskey, CNN (CNN) — Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano began erupting on Wednesday morning, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported.…
Continue Reading Friends, family, and local businesses are raising funds to remember Eriya
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Continue Reading “No-E3 2023”: días, horarios y cómo ver el Xbox Showcase y el resto de conferencias de videojuegos en junio
Sergio Gomez (CNN Español) — Los meses de junio y julio acostumbran a ser una época del año cargado de eventos y conferencias de videojuegos…
Continue Reading ¿Quién es Javier Milei? El precandidato presidencial de derecha que irrumpió en la política argentina
Sol Amaya (CNN Español) — Javier Milei llegó a la política argentina y rompió los esquemas. El economista —según se define— “liberal…
Continue Reading Exasesor de Trump llega a una corte de Miami para comparecer ante un jurado investigador en el caso sobre documentos clasificados
Melissa Velásquez Loaiza (CNN) — Taylor Budowich, quien trabajó como portavoz de Donald Trump, llegó a una corte federal de Miami para…
Continue Reading Woman charged after toddler overdoses on fentanyl
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Continue Reading Gobierno de México investiga video que muestra aparente ejecución extrajudicial por parte de militares en Nuevo Laredo
Juan Pablo Elverdin (CNN Español) — Se abrió una investigación en México sobre lo que el presidente Andrés Manuel López Obrador…
Continue Reading Air quality in parts of Canada among the worst in the world due to wildfires
By Michael Lee Click here for updates on this story Toronto (CTV Network) — Wildfire smoke continues to make air…
Continue Reading Canadians spending 30 per cent more on travel compared to pre-pandemic levels
By Alexandra Mae Jones Click here for updates on this story Toronto (CTV Network) — Canadians are continuing to spend…
Continue Reading Woman’s ‘momma bear’ photos, videos show decade of cubs
By Janice Limon Click here for updates on this story PICKENS COUNTY, South Carolina (WYFF) — A South Carolina woman is…
Continue Reading Stray kitten undergoes life-saving limb amputation surgery
By WCVB Staff Click here for updates on this story BOSTON, Massachusetts (WCVB) — An injured stray kitten will now live…
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Pedestrian improvements project on South 5th Avenue and Jason Avenue
The project will install a raised median, a crosswalk, a rectangular rapid flashing beacon at the crosswalk, sidewalks and improved…
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Fatal crash northeast of Sun Valley
The passenger succumbed to her injuries at the…
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Idaho State Police Forensic Services receive Foresight Maximus Award
The Idaho State Police Forensic Services (ISPFS) has been awarded the Foresight Maximus Award which is presented by The American Society of Crime…
Continue Reading Coca-Cola presenta su nuevo sabor para los “gamers”
Melissa Velásquez Loaiza (CNN) — Coca-Cola lanzó un nuevo sabor de edición limitada para “gamers”, un grupo demográfico cada…
Continue Reading CNN Chairman and CEO Chris Licht is out after a brief and tumultuous tenure
By Oliver Darcy, CNN Business New York (CNN) — Chris Licht, the embattled chief executive and chairman of CNN, whose brief one-year tenure at…
Continue Reading Missouri prosecutor Wesley Bell vies for GOP Sen. Hawley’s seat
By SUMMER BALLENTINE Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A Black prosecutor who stepped into leadership during protests over the fatal…
Continue Reading Prince Harry to tabloid newspaper’s lawyer: ‘Nobody wants to be phone hacked’
By BRIAN MELLEY Associated Press LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry has rejected a suggestion that a lack of evidence meant his phone wasn’t hacked by…
Continue Reading Coco Gauff is 0-7 against No. 1 Iga Swiatek after losing to her in the French Open quarterfinals
By HOWARD FENDRICH AP Tennis Writer PARIS (AP) — Coco Gauff has lost in the French Open quarterfinals to two-time champion Iga Swiatek in a rematch…
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