By Christopher Hickey and Alberto Mier, CNN Rep. Mike Johnson on Wednesday landed the job of House speaker without losing any Republican votes – a feat that until now seemed out of reach. It’s been more than three weeks since the House voted to oust Rep. Kevin McCarthy as speaker. And despite the threat of
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A blast of Arctic air is descending on the Pacific Northwest with snow showers tapering off. The snow is ending but the cold bite of winter has moved into Central Oregon. The wintry pattern is due to a deep area of low pressure that has migrated into the region from the northwest. This low is
Continue ReadingBy REGINA GARCIA CANO Associated Press CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela’s chief prosecutor has announced a criminal investigation into organizers of a presidential primary election held over the weekend. Sunday’s contest was meant to allow voters to choose an opposition candidate to run against President Nicolás Maduro next year. Attorney General Tarek William Saab says
Continue Readingurielblanco (CNN Español) — El presidente de México, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, le dio vía libre al nombramiento de Teresa Guadalupe Reyes Sahagún como la nueva presidenta de la Comisión Nacional de Búsqueda. La designación de Reyes se anunció este lunes en un comunicado de la Secretaría de Gobernación, que señala que fue elegida por
Continue ReadingBy Fredreka Schouten and Dianne Gallagher, CNN (CNN) — Republicans who control the North Carolina legislature on Wednesday approved a new congressional map that could help their party pick up at least three US House seats in next year’s elections. The map, approved a week after it was first unveiled, could help Republicans retain –
Continue ReadingBy Nick Catlin Click here for updates on this story ROSWELL, New Mexico (KOAT) — A Roswell teenager was charged with second-degree murder following a complete autopsy report by the medical examiner. Ivan Gonzalez, 19, was arrested for battery against a household member on Aug. 27. The alleged assault ended with the death of 44-year-old
Continue ReadingBy Viviana Lopez Click here for updates on this story JUPITER, Florida (WESH) — The Jupiter Police Department announced Monday afternoon one adult was killed and four others were injured after an electric shock within the fountain area at Harbourside Place Sunday afternoon. Three children and two adults were sent to area hospitals after the
Continue ReadingBy Viviana Lopez Click here for updates on this story JUPITER, Florida (WESH) — The Jupiter Police Department announced Monday afternoon one adult was killed and four others were injured after an electric shock within the fountain area at Harbourside Place Sunday afternoon. Three children and two adults were sent to area hospitals after the
Continue ReadingBy Hayley Crombleholme Click here for updates on this story BREVARD COUNTY, Florida (WESH) — A Brevard County woman is accused of running over her husband while the two were trying to look for their lost dog. It was Friday night in Palm Bay when police got a call saying there was a man lying
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nonprofit organizations in Central Oregon transform hopes into action every day by showing up to care for their neighbors and the environment. The Pacific Power Foundation is supporting this important work with a new round of grants to local organizations that are committed to fostering resilient cities, towns and natural areas
Continue ReadingATLANTA (AP) — Dwight Howard has denied accusations by a Georgia man who says he was sexually assaulted by the former NBA star and another person. Stephen Harper filed a state civil lawsuit against Howard in July, alleging assault and battery, false imprisonment and intentional infliction of emotional distress. No criminal charges have been filed
Continue ReadingBy Breana Ross Click here for updates on this story BALTIMORE (WBAL) — A Baltimore artist is receiving national recognition for her work by a major snack brand. Megan Lewis was born and raised in West Baltimore and has been an artist for as long as she can remember. When you walk into Lewis’ Baltimore
Continue ReadingBy Zachary Cohen, Nick Valencia and Jason Morris, CNN (CNN) – Fulton County prosecutors have discussed potential plea deals with at least six additional co-defendants charged alongside Donald Trump for attempting to subvert the 2020 presidential election, multiple sources tell CNN. The strategy by District Attorney Fani Willis’ office is clear: get as many co-defendants
Continue ReadingBy Crystal Tisme Click here for updates on this story JACKSON, Mississippi (WAPT) — A Jackson family is seeking help after sewer damage wrecked their home. The family said it started April 2, after raw sewage backed up into their home in the 200 block of Smith Robinson Street. Since then, Pamela and Jimmy Kelly
Continue ReadingBy Andy Rose, CNN (CNN) — A Minnesota doctor who has worked as a poison specialist is accused of killing his estranged wife by poisoning her, police said. Connor Bowman, 30, of Rochester, was arrested Friday, jail records show, and charged with second-degree murder in the death of Betty Bowman, 32. The Rochester Police Department said in a
Continue ReadingBy Josie Heart Click here for updates on this story MODESTO, California (KCRA) — The Diocese of Stockton is warning churchgoers after reports alleging that two men posing as bishops may be scamming people out of thousands of dollars. “It’s upsetting. It’s horrible. It’s frustrating. It’s criminal,” said Erin Haight, a spokesperson for the diocese
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care reminds families that the Employment Related Day Care program will open a waitlist next week. The ERDC program helps families pay for child care through state and federal funds. The ERDC waitlist, announced last month, will open after an unprecedented increase in demand and limited
Continue ReadingNEW YORK (AP) — Bud Light is set to return as the official beer of the UFC in the U.S. next year as the brand tries to recover from a conservative backlash to a promotion with a transgender influencer. Under a new multiyear marketing deal between the promoter of mixed martial arts fights and Bud
Continue ReadingBy Samantha Murphy Kelly, CNN (CNN) — Apple is once again increasing the price of its TV+ streaming platform. A monthly Apple TV+ subscription will now cost $9.99, up from $6.99, which equates to an overall $36 bump for the year. A year ago, in October 2022, Apple hiked the price for an Apple TV+
Continue ReadingBy DARLENE SUPERVILLE and FATIMA HUSSEIN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House turned down the pizazz for Wednesday’s state dinner, but more than 300 guests from politics, business, government and beyond turned out to celebrate close U.S. ties to ally Australia while striking a measured tone in a time of death and suffering
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