China’s newest nuclear-powered submarine sank earlier this year, US officials say
By Oren Liebermann and Paul P. Murphy, CNN (CNN) — China’s newest nuclear-powered submarine sank pierside in the spring and the Chinese Navy…
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Israeli offensive in Lebanon rekindles Democratic tension in Michigan
Associated Press DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) — Members of Michigan’s large Lebanese American community showed up at a rally in metro Detroit to show…
Continue ReadingPhiladelphia’s district attorney scores legal win against GOP impeachment effort
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania state lawmakers who tried to impeach Philadelphia’s elected progressive prosecutor improperly tried to…
Continue ReadingArgentina’s poverty rate spikes in first 6 months of President Milei’s shock therapy
Associated Press BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — The Argentinian government statistics agency says the official poverty rate in Argentina jumped to…
Continue ReadingFamily and rights groups urge Egypt to free imprisoned activist as his 5-year sentence ends
LONDON (AP) — Rights groups and the family of Egyptian activist Alaa Abdel-Fattah have urged authorities to release him when his five-year prison…
Continue ReadingGunfire erupts near Guinea’s presidential palace and the military locks down the area
Associated Press DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Shots have been fired near the presidential palace in Guinea’s capital Conakry, and the army briefly…
Continue ReadingUS lawmakers’ concerns about mail ballots are fueled by other issues with mail service
Associated Press A contentious congressional hearing has shown that lawmakers are uneasy about the U.S. Postal Service’s readiness for a crush…
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Above normal temperatures into the weekend, plenty of sunshine
The cool conditions today have helped in the continuing efforts to suppress any fire activity in the area. The breezy pattern is not very helpful,…
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‘She deserved better’: Friends call for closure of Bend nonprofit DAWNS House following woman’s tragic death
A tragic death at a DAWNS House residence is bringing to light a list of alleged harassment and…
Continue ReadingThe US is giving Ukraine billions more in weapons. Here’s how they will help
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration has announced its latest infusion of more than $2.7 billion in weapons for Ukraine and…
Continue ReadingNew Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank during construction, US defense official says
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — A senior U.S. defense official says satellite imagery shows that China’s newest nuclear submarine sank…
Continue ReadingHawaii Supreme Court agrees to weigh in on issues holding up $4B wildfire settlement
Associated Press HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii’s Supreme Court will consider questions about issues that threaten to thwart a $4 billion settlement in…
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Little Lava Fire lines hold, Bachelor Complex 50% contained; FS Road 40 reopening; emergency closure area reduced
Update: Emergency closure area reduced) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crews were pulled off the Little Lava Fire on Wednesday before a windy cold front moved…
Continue ReadingMemphis man gets life sentence for killing rapper Young Dolph
Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Justin Johnson was found guilty of murder in the death of rapper Young Dolph on Thursday after the jury…
Continue ReadingA new mystery firm enters Trump’s orbit, rekindling criticism of his presidential campaign spending
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Launchpad Strategies, incorporated less than a year ago, has received $15 million from Donald Trump’s election…
Continue ReadingA Pennsylvania woman is convicted of killing her 2 young children in 2019
READING, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania woman has been convicted of killing her two young children, who were found hanging in the basement of their home…
Continue ReadingIsland Park area seeing more bear attacks this year
By Seth Ratliff Click here for updates on this story ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI) — The Caribou-Targhee National Forest…
Continue ReadingColiseum concession workers say they won’t get severance, health insurance after last A’s game
By Tim Johns Click here for updates on this story OAKLAND, California (KGO) — For Kenyetta Gentry, the Oakland…
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Merkley introduces ‘Car Privacy Rights Act’ in bid to protect drivers’ data
 WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley announced Thursday the introduction of new legislation to protect consumers’ privacy from…
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Dog left on apartment balcony in Pleasanton dies from heat stroke
KGO By Lauren Martinez Click here for updates on this story PLEASANTON, California (KGO) — A dog died on a Pleasanton…
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