Chicago Transit Authority Fast Facts
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at Alex Rodriguez, former New York Yankees infielder, who is in fifth place for the most career…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s some background information about the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), which serves 15.3…
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By Kareem Khadder, Lucas Lilieholm and Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN (CNN) — Hamas-led armed groups committed “numerous war crimes and crimes against…
Continue ReadingHikers and cyclists can now cross Vermont on New England’s longest rail trail, a year after floods
Associated Press HARDWICK, Vt. (AP) — The longest rail trail in New England is open this summer for bike riders, hikers, horseback riders and…
Continue ReadingIran rejects accusations it was involved in plots to assassinate Trump
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran has rejected accusations regarding plots to assassinate former U.S. President Donald Trump, while citing legal action for…
Continue Reading5 things to know for July 17: Trump, Supreme Court, Floods, Elon Musk, Copycat snacks
By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — It’s World Emoji Day, an unofficial holiday acknowledging the thousands of symbols and smileys we use to…
Continue ReadingTight budget? Edmunds highlights the least expensive cars and SUVs for 2024
Edmunds If new car prices look daunting, don’t worry, there are plenty of affordable models to choose from that won’t break the bank. Edmunds…
Continue ReadingInterpol arrests 300 people in a global crackdown on West African crime groups across 5 continents
Associated Press DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Interpol has announced the outcome of a global operation targeting West African organized crime groups…
Continue ReadingShiite Muslims in Lebanon and Iraq commemorate Ashoura, marking the death of Imam Hussein
Associated Press BEIRUT (AP) — Shiite Muslims in Lebanon and Iraq are commemorating Ashoura, marking the 7th-century death of Prophet Muhammad’s…
Continue ReadingA German court convicts a businessman of delivering components with military use to Russia
BERLIN (AP) — A German court has convicted a businessman of delivering electronic components to Russian firms associated with the production of…
Continue ReadingA progressive star known for guaranteed income program as young mayor runs for California office
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs says he’s running for lieutenant governor of California. Tubbs…
Continue ReadingSwedish police await forensic results to confirm 2 bodies found in burnt car are missing Britons
HELSINKI (AP) — Swedish police say the two bodies found in a burnt Danish-registered car in the city of Malmo during the weekend haven’t been…
Continue ReadingNorth Korean land mines could float into South Korea, South warns
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean land mines could be swept into South Korea by swelling rivers, South Korea’s military…
Continue ReadingFormer South African president Zuma faces expulsion from the ANC after joining a rival party
Associated Press CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Former South African President Jacob Zuma’s disciplinary hearing with the African National…
Continue ReadingAging bridges in 16 states will be improved or replaced with the help of $5B in federal funding
Associated Press Dozens of aging bridges in 16 states will be replaced or improved with the help of $5 billion in federal grants announced Wednesday…
Continue ReadingBiden cancels meeting with Latino civil rights organization after testing positive for coronavirus
Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — President Joe Biden has tested positive for the coronavirus while trying to shore up support among disenchanted…
Continue ReadingCyanide poisoning likely killed six found dead in luxury hotel, including two US citizens, Thai police say
By Helen Regan, Kocha Olarn, and Manveena Suri, CNN Bangkok, Thailand (CNN) — Six people, including two US citizens, who were found dead…
Continue ReadingStock market today: Asian shares mostly fall as dive for Big Tech stocks hits Wall St rally
AP Business Writer TOKYO (AP) — Asian shares were mostly lower Thursday, with Tokyo’s benchmark dipping more than 2%, after Wall Street’s…
Continue ReadingEuropean Commission didn’t provide enough information about COVID-19 vaccine deals, EU court says
Associated Press BRUSSELS (AP) — The EU general court says the European Commission did not allow the public enough access to information about…
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