macamilarincon (CNN) –– Un jurado absolvió de todos los cargos a Scot Peterson, el exagente de recursos escolares de Parkland que se quedó afuera de la escuela Marjory Stoneman Douglas durante el tiroteo masivo ocurrido en febrero de 2018 en Florida. Peterson, de 60 años, se quitó las gafas y sollozó mientras el juez leía
Continue ReadingBy Devon M. Sayers and Justin Gamble, CNN (CNN) — Christine King Farris, the eldest sister of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., died Thursday, according to a Twitter post by her niece, Rev. Bernice King. “I love you and will miss you, Aunt Christine,” Rev. King wrote. She was 95, the King Center
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WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05) joined Reps. Val Hoyle (OR-04), Earl Blumenauer (OR-03), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Andrea Salinas (OR-06), and Cliff Bentz (OR-02) as well as Sens. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) on Thursday in urging the U.S. Department of State to continue working to address the passport backlog for Oregonians
Continue ReadingBy Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — “Yellowjackets” star Melanie Lynskey is mourning her friend, British actor Julian Sands, who was found dead in the Southern California mountains earlier this week after going missing in January. Lynskey shared a post on her Instagram page on Wednesday, including a sepia-toned photo of the pair and reminiscing about
Continue ReadingBy Burt Levine Click here for updates on this story June 28, 2023 (Houston Style Magazine) — As the deadline approaches for filing for ballot space in the upcoming Houston elections, the city’s council races are being influenced by its diverse demographics. Houston stands out among America’s and Texas’ largest cities with its combination of
Continue ReadingBy Reginald Dominique Click here for updates on this story May 9, 2023 (Houston Style Magazine) — Nestled on the eastern edge of Wisconsin, Door County is a hidden gem that captivates visitors with its breathtaking natural beauty, quaint villages, and vibrant arts scene. Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or simply a relaxing
Continue ReadingBy Brian Barefield Click here for updates on this story June 29, 2023 (Houston Style Magazine) — It has been three years since the Houston Rockets have been labeled as “winners” regarding things on and off the court. In order to bring some relevance back to the team, the organization has a three-phase plan in
Continue ReadingBy GRAHAM DUNBAR AP Sports Writer GENEVA (AP) — IOC president Thomas Bach has been quizzed by a Ukrainian Olympic athlete at his headquarters about needing to keep Russians out of the 2024 Paris Games. He then went to see the high jump event in Swiss city Lausanne of another Ukrainian who had criticized him
Continue ReadingBy Karen Zatkulak Click here for updates on this story WAYNESVILLE, North Carolina (WLOS) — Disputes between neighbors are common. But, a man in Waynesville called the News 13 Help Desk saying the person next door to him put his property underwater on purpose. Joe Cook claims his neighbor flooded his barn and caused hundreds
Continue ReadingBy DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports Writer The six riders from the U.S. that will start the Tour de France on Saturday give the Americans perhaps their strongest contingent in the grand tour in years. None of them necessarily have overall ambitions, but each is capable of winning a stage, and all of them will be
Continue ReadingCNN By Dakin Andone, Denise Royal and Carlos Suarez, CNN Fort Lauderdale, Florida (CNN) — A jury has acquitted on all counts the former school resource officer who stayed outside during the February 2018 massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida – absolving him of wrongdoing in the rare trial of a
Continue ReadingJEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A judge has ordered the Missouri attorney general’s office to pay $242,000 in legal fees for violations of the open records law that occurred when current U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley served in the office. Hawley, a Republican, was accused of withholding documents from the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee while he
Continue ReadingBy JONEL ALECCIA AP Health Writer Federal health officials will start formally tracking infections caused by the rare but potentially deadly germ that sickened babies and triggered a nationwide shortage of infant formula last year. A group that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention voted Thursday to add cronobacter infection to the watchlist
Continue ReadingBy Jacqui Palumbo, CNN (CNN) — Naomi Campbell announced the birth of her second child Thursday, nearly two years after she welcomed a daughter. “My little darling, know that you are cherished beyond measure and surrounded by love from the moment you graced us with your presence. A True Gift from God,” the 53-year-old supermodel
Continue ReadingBy KONSTANTIN TESTORIDES Associated Press SKOPJE, North Macedonia (AP) — Thousands of people have gathered outside the cathedral in North Macedonia’s capital during a protest called by the country’s Orthodox Church against proposed draft laws on gender equality and gender identity. It says they threaten family values. The Church leader addressed Thursday’s gathering by saying
Continue ReadingBy TERRY SPENCER Associated Press FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A Florida sheriff’s deputy was acquitted Thursday of felony child neglect and other charges for failing to act during the 2018 Parkland school massacre, concluding the first trial in U.S. history of a law enforcement officer for conduct during an on-campus shooting. Former Broward County
Continue ReadingBy MARGERY A. BECK Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A Nebraska lawmaker is suing a conservative political action committee for defamation, saying the group targeted her with online attacks that led to violent threats against her and her transgender child. Omaha Sen. Megan Hunt is suing the Nebraska Freedom Coalition and three of its
Continue ReadingNEW YORK (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers infielder Luis Urías was demoted to the minor leagues. The Brewers have optioned Urías to Triple-A Nashville and have recalled second baseman Brice Turang. Urías has batted .145 with a .299 on-base percentage, .236 slugging percentage, one homer and five RBIs in 20 games since returning from a hamstring
Continue ReadingZAGREB, Croatia (AP) — Real Madrid’s Luka Modric and former Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren have been charged in Croatia with allegedly giving false testimony about financial deals they had with a former soccer official who has been sentenced for embezzlement and tax fraud. Zdravko Mamic was found guilty in 2018 on charges that included making
Continue ReadingZAGREB, Croatia (AP) — Real Madrid’s Luka Modric and former Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren have been charged in Croatia with allegedly giving false testimony about financial deals they had with a former soccer official who has been sentenced for embezzlement and tax fraud. Zdravko Mamic was found guilty in 2018 on charges that included making
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