Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden blasted his predecessor for spreading an “onslaught of lies” about how the federal government is handling the damage from Hurricane Helene as another hurricane, Milton, was on the verge of making landfall in Florida. Biden says, “Quite frankly, these lies are un-American.” Biden says that former President
Continue ReadingATLANTA (AP) — Georgia authorities say five people including an inmate connected to Atlanta rapper Young Thug are under arrest as part of an investigation into bribery and contraband circulating at the Fulton County detention center. One of the accused is a former guard at the facility. The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office told news outlets
Continue ReadingPHILADELPHIA (AP) — Twin brothers who were born conjoined recently celebrated their first birthday after undergoing successful separation surgery. Amari and Javar Ruffin, whose family lives in Philadelphia, were born via cesarean section on Sept. 29, 2023. The brothers — who shared part of their sternum, diaphragm, abdominal wall and liver — weighed a combined
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The Board of Directors for Bend-La Pine Schools will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, November 12 to interview finalists for the vacant Zone 6 seat on the board. The board selected three finalists from seven applicants at its regular meeting on Tuesday. The finalists are invited to be interviewed together in open session at
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Senior Center is providing visitors with more than just activities. It’s a community center for older adults to enjoy activities and friendships. On Wednesday, the center held a Wellness Fair. “They’ve taken me out of my shell,” member John Haller said. Redmond Senior Center Marketing Director James Morris said, “Our goal
Continue ReadingBy Fredreka Schouten and Edward-Isaac Dovere, CNN (CNN) — Vice President Kamala Harris’ political team has raised $1 billion since entering the presidential race in late July, two sources familiar with the figure told CNN – marking a massive fundraising milestone in her campaign against former President Donald Trump. Other presidential candidates, alongside their political
Continue ReadingBy Miya Shay Click here for updates on this story HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A jury has reached a decision on a 60-year sentence for Gerald Goines, convicted of murder in connection with the botched 2019 drug raid that killed two people. Goines, the former narcotics officer turned convicted murderer held his emotions in check
Continue ReadingKTRK By Miya Shay Click here for updates on this story HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A jury has reached a decision on a 60-year sentence for Gerald Goines, convicted of murder in connection with the botched 2019 drug raid that killed two people. Goines, the former narcotics officer turned convicted murderer held his emotions in
Continue ReadingBy Greta Goede Click here for updates on this story LA VISTA, Nebraska (KMTV) — One ball player rounded the bases for the last time after playing for 80 years. Jimmy Jackson has been playing the game ever since he was a kid, and he says it has kept him young. “We men still are
Continue ReadingKMTV By Greta Goede Click here for updates on this story LA VISTA, Nebraska (KMTV) — One ball player rounded the bases for the last time after playing for 80 years. Jimmy Jackson has been playing the game ever since he was a kid, and he says it has kept him young. “We men still
Continue ReadingAssociated Press BOSTON (AP) — Brown University has rejected a proposal to divest from 10 companies that protesters say were facilitating the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territory. The vote Tuesday by the Corporation of Brown follows a committee report recommending against divesting partly because the university has little investment in them and the amount it
Continue ReadingAssociated Press ATLANTA (AP) — At least for now, a federal judge won’t order the state of Georgia to reopen voter registration for November’s elections. U.S. District Judge Eleanor Ross says after a Wednesday hearing that three voting rights groups haven’t yet done enough to prove that disruptions from Hurricane Helene unfairly deprived people of
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Deschutes County sheriff’s candidate Sgt. Kent Vander Kamp went to court Wednesday, seeking a temporary restraining order to prevent the release of La Mesa, California Police Department personnel records from nearly 30 years ago sought by Oregon Public Broadcasting. But an error by his attorney made them available anyway.
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Milton is set to become the second hurricane to strike Florida in two weeks, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency is once again positioning supplies and personnel where they’re needed and coordinating with state and local officials. FEMA has faced rampant disinformation about its response to Hurricane Helene, which slammed
Continue ReadingBy Daniel Wine, CNN Editor’s Note: CNN’s 5 Things newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest headlines and fascinating stories to start and end your busy day. Sign up here. 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Floridians are anxiously watching a large and menacing Hurricane Milton as it approaches the state’s west coast. That includes
Continue ReadingKTNV, CNN By Daniel Wine, CNN Editor’s Note: CNN’s 5 Things newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest headlines and fascinating stories to start and end your busy day. Sign up here. 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Floridians are anxiously watching a large and menacing Hurricane Milton as it approaches the state’s west coast.
Continue ReadingAndrea Gomez (CNN Español) — La empresa taiwanesa Foxconn, fabricante y proveedor de productos electrónicos para empresas como Apple, instalará en Jalisco, en el oeste de México, una nueva planta de superchips, confirmó el gobernador del estado, Enrique Alfaro. Foxconn hizo el anuncio el martes en Taipei, donde Benjamin Ting, vicepresidente sénior de la compañía,
Continue ReadingAssociated Press RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina legislators have approved an initial $273 million relief package to help address Hurricane Helene’s devastation and recovery in the mountains. The unanimous House and Senate passage on Wednesday came less than two weeks after Helene’s historical rainfall caused catastrophic damage and loss of life. Repubilcan legislative leaders
Continue ReadingAP Health Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal officials are working to move IV bags out of the path of Hurricane Milton, which is threatening another manufacturer of IV fluids even as hospitals nationwide are still reeling from disruptions caused by flooding at a large factory in North Carolina. Medical manufacturer B. Braun Medical closed its
Continue ReadingBy Walter Perez Click here for updates on this story PLYMOUTH TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania (WPVI) — A suspect accused of damaging a Philadelphia police vehicle while wearing a banana costume during an illegal car meetup last month is now in custody. The Action Cam was in Plymouth Township on Wednesday morning as 18-year-old Shane Thomas was
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