Trip.com, Wynn Resorts rise; Nike, Enerpac fall
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that traded heavily or had substantial price changes Tuesday: Trip.com, Wynn Resorts rise; Nike, Enerpac fall.
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AP source: Celtics’ Hardy accepts offer to become Jazz coach
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer A person with knowledge of the negotiations says Boston Celtics assistant Will Hardy has accepted an offer to become the coach of the Utah Jazz. Hardy and the Jazz were in the process of finalizing contract language, according to the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition
Continue ReadingCal Fire’s summer camp inspires young women to become future of the fire service
By Melanie Wingo Click here for updates on this story SHASTA COUNTY, California (KCRA) — As California’s wildfire seasons grow increasingly fierce, there’s an urgency to build up the firefighting workforce of the future. Cal Fire, the state’s fire management agency, said it’s committed to bringing more women into its ranks. That’s why the agency
Continue ReadingOklahoma reaches opioid settlement with 3 drug companies
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma officials say they’ve reached an opioid settlement with three drug companies that would bring more than $250 million to finance efforts to battle opioid addiction. In a statement Monday, state Attorney General John O’Connor announced the state had reached a deal with McKesson, Cardinal and AmerisourceBergen to settle its lawsuit
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80-foot eucalyptus tree crashes into Aptos condo
By Phil Gomez Click here for updates on this story APTOS, California (KSBW) — On Monday, crews removed an 80-foot-long eucalyptus tree that came crashing down on two condominium units Sunday night. It happened on the 2600 block of Willowbrook Lane in Aptos at about 7 p.m. No one was injured in the tree crash
Continue ReadingDeadly Bay City shooting leaves business community in disbelief
By TREVOR SOCHOCKI and RAYVIN BLEU Click here for updates on this story BAY CITY, Michgan (WNEM) — A shooting on Columbus Avenue in Bay City on Sunday has left the business community in disbelief. “I was shocked and I was worried for everyone around here,” said Amy Arnold, bartender at Bell Bar. The shooting,
Continue ReadingWoman who allegedly had her 13-year-old son help hide her sister’s body in custody, records say
By CHARLY EDSITTY Click here for updates on this story HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A woman charged with murdering her sister and dumping her body back in April is in custody, officials said. Carmen White has been charged with capital murder for the alleged shooting death of her sister Cynthia Cervantes. White was arrested back
Continue ReadingAP sources: Commanders, McLaurin agree on 3-year extension
By STEPHEN WHYNO AP Sports Writer Two people with knowledge of the move tell The Associated Press the Washington Commanders have agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension with star wide receiver Terry McLaurin. One person confirmed the new deal is worth up to $71 million with roughly $53 million guaranteed and a $28
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Jersey Mike’s Subs pays nearly $25K in fines for federal child labor law violations at 10 locations, 2 in Bend
A federal investigation at 10 Jersey Mike’s Subs locations, including two in Bend, found the popular chain of sandwich shops allowed 14- and 15-year-old employees to work beyond and outside hours permitted by child labor laws. The company has paid a nearly $25,000 fine as a result.
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Butler receives $1 million for Esports Park
By AMANI Gates Click here for updates on this story INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana (WISH) — Butler University has received a $1 million donation from an anonymous graduate to be used for the construction of Esports Park. Located between Hinkle Fieldhouse and Clowes Hall, the 7,230-square-foot building will be used by the school’s esports club and varsity
Continue ReadingAnimal Humane Society receives $6 million donation from volunteers’ estate, largest in organization’s history
By KIRSTEN MITCHELL Click here for updates on this story GOLDEN VALLEY, Minnesota (WCCO) — The estate of two beloved volunteers donated $6 million to the Animal Humane Society — it’s biggest donation in its 144-year history. The gift comes from the estate of Steve Nordberg and Betsy McDonald, who were longtime volunteers before their
Continue ReadingTCU student finishes first semester in ICU following paralyzing accident
By J.D. Miles Click here for updates on this story FORT WORTH, Texas (KTVT) — A TCU student moved into a new home near campus this month. It’s a bigger deal than it may sound when you hear about how much he has overcome ever since a terrible accident attributed to fraternity hazing. Joe Radanovich
Continue Reading2 teens, 9-year-old killed after car bursts into flames in North County crash
By KELSEE WARD Click here for updates on this story ST. LOUIS, Missouri (KMOV) — Two 13-year-old boys and a 9-year-old boy were killed in a crash that occurred in Florissant early Monday morning. The crash happened in the 100 block of South New Florissant Road at about 1:45 a.m. Police said a car caught
Continue Reading7 takeaways from Tuesday’s shocking January 6 hearing
By Marshall Cohen, Zachary Cohen and Alex Rogers, CNN The House select committee investigating the January 6, 2021, Capitol Hill insurrection reconvened Tuesday for a hastily scheduled hearing, featuring blockbuster testimony from Trump White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson. Hutchinson has cooperated extensively with the investigation, having sat for four closed-door depositions. She revealed how then-President
Continue ReadingNew documentary explores little-known KC neighborhood originally developed exclusively for lesbians
By DONNA PITMAN Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KMBC) — A Kansas City neighborhood filled with 100-year-old homes and towering trees is full of history extending far beyond the houses themselves. Nearly 30 years ago, between Longfellow and Midtown, Kansas City was home to a community developed exclusively for lesbians.
Continue ReadingCommunity Lighthouse Project solar power initiative launching Monday
By HEATH ALLEN Click here for updates on this story NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana (WDSU) — The city of New Orleans alongside churches and nonprofits will launch a new solar power initiative called the Community Lighthouse Project on Tuesday. The project has groups come together before the storm to make sure there is power after a
Continue ReadingFamily of 92-year-old woman fight to keep her home in Ponca City
By ZACH RAEL Click here for updates on this story PONCA CITY, Oklahoma (KOCO) — The family of a 92-year-old woman is fighting to keep her in her home in Ponca City. The Ponca City Board of Education wants her property to build the district’s new indoor and outdoor athletic facilities. The district is now
Continue ReadingMajorities disapprove of Roe v. Wade reversal and Democrats are motivated, polls show
By Ariel Edwards-Levy, CNN Multiple polls conducted since the Supreme Court’s ruling overturning Roe v. Wade find that broad majorities of the public disapprove and suggest that in the immediate aftermath of the ruling, the decision could be more motivational for Democrats than Republicans. In a new Monmouth University survey released on Tuesday, 60% of
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UC board votes to remove Charles McMicken’s name from all buildings, spaces
By Web Staff Click here for updates on this story CINCINNATI, Ohio (WLWT) — The University of Cincinnati Board of Trustees has unanimously approved a motion calling for the name Charles McMicken to be removed from buildings and digital displays on campus. The motion was filed by UC President Neville Pinto who called for the
Continue ReadingCTE diagnosed in ex-MLS player Vermillion, a 1st for league
By JIMMY GOLEN AP Sports Writer BOSTON (AP) — Researchers have diagnosed chronic traumatic encephalopathy in a Major League Soccer player for the first time. The Boston University CTE Center says defender Scott Vermillion suffered from the degenerative brain disease that has been linked to repeated blows to the head. Vermillion died of an accidental
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