Texas woman who traveled to DC arrested for allegedly making threats against Trump
By Adrienne Winston, CNN (CNN) — The Metropolitan Police Department said it arrested a Texas woman who traveled to Washington, DC, for…
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U.S. fencing’s ‘Wreck-It Ralfs’ reflect on team bond, future after historic women’s team foil victory
The stars of Team USA’s women’s foil team reflect on how their team bond was their secret weapon in winning the U.S.’s first gold medal in any team…
Continue ReadingNorth Korean leader accuses South Korea of a smear campaign over floods and hints at rejecting aid
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un accused South Korean media of tarnishing the North’s image. Kim…
Continue ReadingDozens arrested in violent UK protests over Southport stabbings
By Niamh Kennedy, Duarte Mendonca, Chris Lau, Maija Ehlinger, Sophie Tanno and Sahar Akbarzai, CNN (CNN) — Police and protesters squared off in…
Continue ReadingDeath toll from bridge collapse in China’s Shaanxi province raised to 38. Two dozen still missing
BEIJING (AP) — The death toll has risen to 38 from the partial collapse of a highway bridge that plunged two dozen vehicles into a rushing river…
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Isolated dry lightning over the weekend, hot with increased fire danger
The month of August is picking up where July left off, record heat. There were some record high temperatures tied yesterday (Redmond, Madras) and a…
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Students learn with AI tutors as schools seek to use platforms 'for the good'
Chalkbeat reports on schools in Indiana that participated in a $2 million artificial intelligence pilot program grant that allowed districts to…
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'I can't wait to be sued': Louisiana Ten Commandments law not just about schools
The74 reports on the four things to know about a new skirmish in a religious right fight to reverse a 44-year-old legal precedent on the separation…
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Extreme heat can be dangerous for runners, cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts: 6 tips for staying safe
The Conversation explains what everyone should think about before spending time outside in a heat wave and how to stay…
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Texas conservatives want to end countywide voting. The costs could be high.
Votebeat reports that 83% of registered voters in Texas can cast their ballot anywhere in their counties on election day and scrapping that option…
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Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles embracing the Olympic moment
Maria Taylor sits down with Team USA gymnasts Suni Lee and Jordan Chiles to share how their growth from Tokyo to Paris has helped them overcome…
Continue ReadingPlaintiffs in Maui wildfire case reach $4 billion settlement against Hawaiian Electric and others
By Luciana Lopez and Ramishah Maruf, CNN (CNN) — The governor of Hawaii on Friday announced a $4 billion settlement to resolve lawsuits…
Continue ReadingDefense secretary abruptly revokes plea deal with alleged 9/11 mastermind KSM, co-conspirators
CNN By Oren Liebermann and Evan Perez, CNN (CNN) — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin abruptly revoked a plea deal for the alleged mastermind of…
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Prineville woman accused of driving on wheel rim, sparking 10-acre brush fire, refuses to appear in court on 13 charges
A Prineville woman who allegedly sped east on Highway 126 Friday evening, dragging a tire and driving on a wheel rim that threw sparks and caused a…
Continue ReadingDenied a spot in Paris by Dutch Olympic committee, Dewi Weber leads Portland Classic after a 62
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Denied a spot in Paris because the Dutch Olympic committee didn’t think she was good enough to contend, Dewi Weber shot…
Continue ReadingParties in lawsuits seeking damages for Maui fires reach $4B global settlement, court filings say
Associated Press HONOLULU (AP) — The parties in lawsuits seeking damages for last year’s Maui wildfires have reached a $4 billion global…
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Beamon opens track and field competition with coup de baton
1968 Olympic long jump champion Bob Beamon officially opened the Paris 2024 track and field competition with the French tradition of “coup de baton”…
Continue ReadingSome Yankee Stadium bleachers fans chant `U-S-A!’ during `O Canada’ before game against Blue Jays
NEW YORK (AP) — A segment of fans in Yankee Stadium’s right field bleachers chanted “U-S-A! “U-S-A!” during the playing of “O Canada”…
Continue ReadingHarris’ economic stance in spotlight as jobs data stirs concerns
By Kayla Tausche, CNN (CNN) — For years, as Americans have expressed frustration about the economy and the cost of living, the Biden-Harris…
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South Sudan’s Lucia Moris falls during women’s 100m heat
Lucia Moris of South Sudan fell during a women’s 100m heat at Stade de France and was unable to…
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