October 2024

Florida is threatening to prosecute TV stations over an abortion rights ad. The FCC chief calls it ‘dangerous’

October 8, 2024 4:35 pm CNN Newsource

By Brian Stelter and Liam Reilly, CNN (CNN) — In a move that critics are calling a flagrant abuse of power, Florida’s Department of Health is threatening to bring criminal charges against local TV stations airing a campaign ad to overturn the state’s six-week abortion ban signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis. The unusual warning from the Republican-controlled state agency prompted the Democratic chair of

Florida hospitals and health care facilities in Hurricane Milton’s path prepare for the worst

October 8, 2024 4:23 pm The Associated Press

AP Health Writers Hospitals and other health care facilities on Florida’s Gulf Coast — still reeling from Hurricane Helene — are now revving up for Hurricane Milton. The system, which is shaping up to be one of the most powerful to hit the region in years, is projected to make landfall a bit south of

Georgia university leaders ask NCAA to ban transgender women from sports

October 8, 2024 4:21 pm The Associated Press

Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — The regents who govern Georgia’s public universities and colleges want the NCAA to ban transgender women from participating in women’s sports. The unanimous vote came after Republican Lt. Gov. Burt Jones vowed in August to pass legislation banning transgender women from athletic events at public colleges. The regents asked the

Judge declines bid by New Hampshire parents to protest transgender players at school soccer games

October 8, 2024 4:19 pm The Associated Press

Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A federal judge has declined to grant an immediate order sought by some New Hampshire parents to allow them to wear pink wristbands with “XX” on them at girls high school soccer games to protest transgender girls playing. But the judge did rule that one father who had been

As FEMA prepares for Hurricane Milton, it battles rumors surrounding Helene recovery

October 8, 2024 4:18 pm The Associated Press

Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The rumors surrounding Hurricane Helene are many. There are false claims that people taking federal relief money could see their land seized. Or that $750 is the most they will ever get to rebuild. Or that the agency’s director — on the ground since the storm hit — was beaten

Man charged with terroristic threats after saying he would ‘shoot up’ a synagogue

October 8, 2024 4:18 pm The Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota man has been charged with making terroristic threats for allegedly saying he would “shoot up” a Minneapolis synagogue. The 21 year old on Monday was charged with misdemeanor assault and three felony counts of threatening violence. Temple Israel and police say they do not believe he was motivated by antisemitism.

ANÁLISIS | Cómo Harris podría asegurar un récord de victorias para los demócratas, y aún así perder las elecciones

October 8, 2024 4:16 pm CNN Newsource

Alexandra Ferguson (CNN) — Si Kamala Harris gana el voto popular en noviembre, los demócratas lograrán lo que ningún partido ha logrado desde la formación del sistema de partidos moderno hace casi dos siglos. Pero eso podría no beneficiarles mucho a la hora de gobernar. Si la vicepresidenta obtiene más votos que el expresidente Donald Trump,

Texas Southern University Triumphs with Homecoming 2024: A Celebration of Legacy, Community, and Unstoppable Partnerships

October 8, 2024 4:11 pm CNN Newsource

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story October 8, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — As the dust settles from the remarkable Texas Southern University (TSU) Homecoming 2024 festivities, it’s clear that this year’s event wasn’t just about the celebration—it was about honoring traditions, strengthening community ties, and driving forward the legacy

USC star JuJu Watkins agrees to extension of her sneaker endorsement deal with Nike

October 8, 2024 4:00 pm The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES (AP) — JuJu Watkins has agreed to a multiyear contract extension with Nike that will give the Southern California star one of women’s basketball’s biggest sneaker endorsement deals. A first-team All-American after a record-setting freshman season, the guard from Los Angeles is one of the biggest stars in the sport and last month

After coming to Chicago for treatment, injured Gaza boy bonds with UFC champ’s family

October 8, 2024 3:59 pm CNN Newsource

By Sabrina Franza, Vicky Baftiri Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — In the days following October 7th, Israel responded by launching a bombing campaign in Gaza, which has killed 42,000 Palestinians, according to the Gaza health ministry. The U.N. called Gaza a “graveyard” for children. Amid the uncertainty and chaos, the

Couple hits jackpots within minutes of each other at casino

October 8, 2024 3:54 pm CNN Newsource

By Madeline Bartos Click here for updates on this story HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — A Pennsylvania couple had love and luck on their side when they hit the jackpot not once but twice at the Live! Casino in Westmoreland County. The casino says Randall and Theresa Davidson of Mahaffey, Clearfield County, were having a

Celine Dion moved to tears by Kelly Clarkson’s epic cover of ‘My Heart Will Go On’

October 8, 2024 3:54 pm CNN Newsource

By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Celine Dion’s heart will always go on for Kelly Clarkson. The Canadian vocal powerhouse posted an emotional video to her X page on Tuesday with a special message for Clarkson, who performed a cover of Dion’s famed “Titanic” movie theme song “My Heart Will Go On” during a recent

How will Hurricane Milton stack up against other major recent storms?

October 8, 2024 3:51 pm The Associated Press

Associated Press Ferocious Hurricane Milton is charging its way across the Gulf Coast with Tampa and St. Petersburg, Florida, in its sights. It approaches less than two weeks after Hurricane Helene battered the state, debris from which still lines some streets. Milton is expected to be an extremely dangerous hurricane when it comes ashore. It

Disney World and other major Florida tourist attractions closing ahead of Milton

October 8, 2024 3:51 pm CNN Newsource

By Michelle Watson and Forrest Brown, CNN (CNN) — Hurricane Milton is prompting closure of some of Florida’s biggest and most beloved tourist attractions, including all four of the main theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort. Though it’s located southwest of Orlando in inland Florida, Milton’s expected path across central Florida is forcing the

Panera Bread reaches settlement in wrongful death lawsuit filed by family of former Penn student

October 8, 2024 3:49 pm CNN Newsource

By Liz Crawford Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) — Panera Bread reached a settlement in the wrongful death lawsuit involving former Penn student, Sarah Katz. The attorney representing Katz’s family told CBS News Philadelphia the matter has been resolved and she could not provide any other details. Earlier this year, Katz’s

Lisa Marie Presley conservó el cuerpo de su hijo muerto en su casa durante dos meses, según su autobiografía

October 8, 2024 3:48 pm CNN Newsource

Belén Liotti (CNN) –– Lisa Marie Presley quedó devastada cuando su único hijo, Benjamin Keough, murió los 27 años en 2020. Ahora sabemos lo mucho que sufrió. En “From Here to the Great Unknown”, una nueva autobiografía de la fallecida Presley, que terminó su hija Riley Keough, la dupla escribió que Presley mantuvo a su

Ranked choice voting could decide which party controls the US House. How does it work?

October 8, 2024 3:48 pm The Associated Press

Associated Press PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — An uncommon system of voting could be central to which party controls the House. In Maine and Alaska, voters in competitive congressional districts will elect a winner this fall using ranked choice voting. In this system, voters don’t cast just one vote for their preferred candidate. Voters instead rank

Philly AIDS Thrift at Giovanni’s Room providing LGBTQ+ literature a voice to people worldwide

October 8, 2024 3:45 pm CNN Newsource

By Wakisha Bailey Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) — You’ve walked by it, and you may have even peaked through the window of Giovanni’s Room. Once you step inside the eclectic building at the corner of South 12th and Pine streets, you’ll discover why it’s unique. “This is the first queer

Parents accused of beating their 5-month-old baby, letting her die over 4 days

October 8, 2024 3:43 pm CNN Newsource

By Alex Bozarjian Click here for updates on this story HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Brutal child abuse allegations said to have taken place over a four-day period landed a Houston couple behind bars. The 5-month-old victim was allegedly brain dead when she was hospitalized on Sept. 29. The child ultimately succumbed to her injuries on

A police union director who was fired after an opioid smuggling arrest pleads guilty

October 8, 2024 3:34 pm The Associated Press

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — The former executive director of a Northern California police union has pleaded guilty to federal charges that she illegally imported synthetic opioid pills from India and other countries. Joanne Marian Segovia was the executive director of the San Jose Police Officers’ Association. She was charged last year with unlawfully importing

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