First probable monkeypox cases reported in Missouri, Indiana
By Andy Rose and Ralph Ellis, CNN Two more states announced their first probable cases of monkeypox Saturday. The Missouri Department of Health and…
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This Colorado town might change its name to ‘Kush’ to celebrate its growing cannabis industry
By Zoe Sottile, CNN The cannabis industry has had a major impact on the tiny town of Moffat, Colorado — so much that the town is now…
Continue ReadingThese children lost young parents to Covid-19. Here’s what they want other kids — and adults — to know
CNN, KGO, WWNY, SPECTRUM NEWS NY1 By Holly Yan, CNN A 5-year-old had just finished his first day of kindergarten when he watched his young mother…
Continue ReadingWoman accused of attacking 4 people with pepper-spray and making anti-Asian remarks faces assault as a hate crime charges
By Liam Reilly and Dakin Andone, CNN The woman accused of pepper-spraying several women while making anti-Asian comments in New York earlier this…
Continue ReadingYellowstone National Park south loop to reopen Wednesday, but only certain visitors will be allowed in each day
CNN, KULR, KFBB Bu Holly Yan and Raja Razek, CNN After a week of epic flooding, Yellowstone National Park’s south loop will reopen to the…
Continue ReadingStart your week smart: Covid-19, Ukraine, Flight cancellations, Bitcoin, North Korea
By Andrew Torgan, CNN Happy Juneteenth! Today marks the anniversary of June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved…
Continue ReadingThese children lost young parents to Covid-19. Here’s what they want other kids — and adults — to know
By Holly Yan, CNN A 5-year-old had just finished his first day of kindergarten when he watched his young mother collapse and take her final breaths.…
Continue ReadingHe’s a ‘proud dad’ to 3 million people
By Faith Karimi, CNN Summer Clayton may not have children in real life, but he’s a “proud dad” to 2.8 million people on TikTok.…
Continue ReadingThe New York Public Library is giving away 500,000 books this summer
By Yenny Sanchez, CNN New Yorkers of all ages can now treat their shelves to a new book. The New York Public Library (NYPL) has announced that it…
Continue ReadingLouisville police arrest man accused of punching the mayor
By Andy Rose, Mirna Alsharif and Amir Vera, CNN Police in Louisville, Kentucky, arrested a man Tuesday who is accused of punching the city’s…
Continue ReadingUS Marshals nab 24 violent fugitives in Oregon operation
By Emma Tucker, CNN US Marshals arrested 24 violent fugitives earlier this month during a five-day operation that involved multiple law enforcement…
Continue ReadingMontana couple reunited with old family photos after floodwaters sent their furniture floating down the street
By Sara Smart, CNN The floodwaters that overran Red Lodge, Montana, left streets full of debris and many homes damaged. Community members are now…
Continue ReadingTennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett arrested for DUI after leaving Bonnaroo festival
By Paradise Afshar, CNN Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett was arrested for driving under the influence on Friday night, after leaving the…
Continue ReadingThe Southwest’s unchecked thirst for Colorado River water could prove devastating upstream
CNN, KPIX By Bill Weir, CNN Chief Climate Correspondent Among those who love to chase trout with flies made of feathers, just the mention of a…
Continue ReadingFor the first time, a sea turtle has laid its eggs on this Texas beach
By Zoe Sottile, CNN For the first time, the world’s rarest species of sea turtle has laid eggs on Magnolia Beach in Texas, experts say. On…
Continue ReadingAuthorities in California seize $60,000 worth of meth hidden in child booster seats
By Emma Tucker, CNN US Customs and Border Protection officers have seized $60,000 worth of methamphetamine hidden in child booster seats at a…
Continue ReadingTwo bodies recovered, 10 people rescued after boat collision in Florida’s Biscayne Bay
By Rebekah Riess, CNN Two bodies were recovered and 10 people rescued after two boats collided in Florida’s Biscayne Bay Friday night, the US…
Continue ReadingA Philadelphia firefighter died in a building that collapsed after a fire, and 5 other people rescued
CNN, WPVI By Jason Hanna and Rebekah Riess, CNN A Philadelphia firefighter died early Saturday, when a building collapsed soon after a fire there was…
Continue ReadingThis New Jersey family plans to tour the East Coast and give out free books to promote childhood literacy
By Zoe Sottile, CNN A New Jersey family plans to distribute free books along the East Coast this summer from a custom-renovated…
Continue ReadingHere’s how to watch this year’s Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
By Zoe Sottile, CNN Labradors, poodles and terriers — oh, my. Those dog breeds and more will be on showcase starting Saturday as part of the…
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