Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s territorial status will be on the ballot in the U.S. territory’s general elections this November, marking the first time that the island’s current status as a U.S. territory will not be an option in the plebiscite. Gov. Pedro Pierluisi on Monday announced that voters on
Continue ReadingWELLFLEET, Mass. (AP) — Animal rescuers have been able to coax more than 100 dolphins away from shallow waters around Cape Cod over the weekend after about 125 of the Atlantic white-sided dolphins became stranded. The International Fund for Animal Welfare estimated that 13 dolphins died and one had to be euthanized. The nonprofit helped
Continue ReadingBy Scott McLean and Isil Sariyuce, CNN Istanbul (CNN) — Allegations of sexual abuse against a child by a Syrian man in Kayseri, Turkey, have sparked overnight riots that targeted Syrian businesses and cars in the city. According to Turkish state news agency Anadolu, a Syrian man was arrested on allegations that he sexually abused
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Just in time for Fourth of July holiday week travelers, the Redmond Municipal Airport announced Monday the immediate implementation of complimentary parking for the first 30 minutes in the main parking lot to reduce road and curbside congestion. “This complimentary parking provides convenient options for pick-up and drop-off of passengers and
Continue ReadingAssociated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Four former Missouri guards have pleaded not guilty to murder in the December death of a Black man in prison, and a fifth has pleaded not guilty to accessory to involuntary manslaughter. Thirty-eight-year-old Othel Moore Jr. died on Dec. 8 in the Jefferson City Correctional Center. A criminal
Continue ReadingAssociated Press/Report for America SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a budget that includes up to $12 million for reparations legislation. The funding marks a milestone in the state’s efforts to atone for a legacy of racism and discrimination against Black Californians. The budget does not specify what programs the money
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States is going to pay for flights and offer other help to Panama to remove migrants. The agreement was signed Monday during an official visit to Panama by Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for the inauguration of the Central American country’s new president. José Raúl Mulino has vowed
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office again warned residents Monday of a recurring warrant scam hitting the area. Sergeant Jason Wall said the sheriff’s office has taken reports recently that community members have been contacted by subject(s) requesting money for not responding to a subpoena. The caller(s) demanded the money be sent
Continue ReadingHOUSTON (AP) — Jury selection has begun in the murder trial of a former Houston police officer who took part in a 2019 drug raid that led to the death of a couple and revealed systemic corruption within the police department’s narcotics unit. Gerald Goines faces two felony murder counts for the January 2019 deaths of a married
Continue ReadingBy Chandelis Duster, CNN (CNN) — Both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump boasted about their record of support for historically Black colleges and universities at CNN’s presidential debate last week. During the debate, Trump said he “got (HBCUs) all funded.” CNN determined that this claim was exaggerated. Biden also touted his investments for HBCUs,
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The Redmond School Board voted unanimously last week to place a renewal bond measure before voters on the Nov. 5 general election ballot. It represents the second phase of a two-part construction program to make long-term repairs and improve student opportunities in the Redmond School District without raising taxes.
Continue ReadingBy Zachary Cohen and Annie Grayer, CNN (CNN) — GOP Rep. Victoria Spartz was charged on Friday with a weapons violation at Washington Dulles International Airport, a spokesperson for the Metropolitan Airports Authority told CNN. Spartz, a Republican from Indiana, was charged with violating a section of Virginia law that prohibits carrying any gun, explosive
Continue ReadingBOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Colombian police have arrested one of the founders of Tren de Aragua, a transnational gang that was founded in a Venezuelan prison and is now involved in multiple criminal enterprises throughout Latin America. Larry Álvarez was arrested near the town of Circasia in central Colombia, according to a statement released Monday
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Last week, Governor Tina Kotek and First Lady Aimee Kotek Wilson visited the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. The visit is part of Governor Kotek’s commitment to visit all of Oregon’s nine federally recognized sovereign Tribal nations in 2024.“The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs were very gracious hosts last week,
Continue ReadingBy Ben Morse, CNN (CNN) — Portugal advanced to the quarterfinals of Euro 2024 after beating Slovenia in a penalty shootout on Monday in a game where Cristiano Ronaldo was reduced to tears after missing a spot-kick in extra-time. Ronaldo had his penalty superbly saved by Jan Oblak after a frustrating evening for the striker.
Continue ReadingBelén Liotti (CNN Español) — El exintendente del departamento de Canelones, Yamandú Orsi (57 años), y el exsecretario de Presidencia, Álvaro Delgado (55 años), ganaron sus respectivas elecciones internas este domingo en Uruguay y serán los candidatos de sus partidos a la Presidencia en las elecciones de octubre, según datos oficiales de la Corte Electoral.
Continue ReadingAP Airlines Writer Federal prosecutors and victims’ families are waiting for Boeing to decide whether to accept a plea deal that would settle a criminal fraud charge. The charge is based on the aerospace giant misleading regulators who approved the 737 Max jetliner before two of the planes crashed. Relatives of some of the 346
Continue ReadingAssociated Press BOSTON (AP) — Subway riders in Boston are playing their own game of “Where’s Waldo?” But instead of searching for a cartoon character with a red and white striped top, they’re on the lookout for subway trains with googly eyes decals. The head of transit service said the whimsical decals are attached to
Continue ReadingAssociated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The sister of Sen. Bob Menendez has come to her brother’s defense as the first witness called by his lawyers in the bribery case against him and two New Jersey businessmen. Caridad Gonzalez testified Monday, three days after prosecutors rested. She called it a “Cuban thing” to store cash
Continue ReadingAssociated Press ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta City Council has approved the payment of a settlement of $2 million to two college students who were shocked with Tasers and pulled from a car while they were stuck in downtown traffic caused by protests over George Floyd’s killing. The young lady and young man were students
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