Paula Abdul accuses ‘American Idol’ producer Nigel Lythgoe of sexual assault in lawsuit
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Paula Abdul has accused former “American Idol” producer Nigel Lythgoe of sexually assaulting her in the early 2000s when she…
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Mexico and Venezuela restart repatriation flights amid pressure to curb soaring migration to U.S.
By MEGAN JANETSKY Associated Press MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico and Venezuela announced Saturday that they have restarted repatriation flights of…
Continue ReadingMaine state official who removed Trump from ballot was targeted in swatting call at her home
By MARK THIESSEN Associated Press A fake emergency call to police resulted in officers responding Friday night to the home of Maine Secretary of…
Continue ReadingIn a crisis-ridden world, Germany’s chancellor uses his New Year’s speech to convey confidence
By KIRSTEN GRIESHABER Associated Press BERLIN (AP) — Germany’s chancellor used his New Year’s speech to call on his country’s…
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Sisters Ranger District’s Jeremy Fields named Forest Service NW Region Employee of the Year
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The USDA Forest Service honored employees and partners for exemplary work, dedication and commitment during the Pacific…
Continue ReadingBulgaria and Romania join Schengen area for maritime and air passengers
Pierre Meilhan and Al Goodman, CNN (CNN) — The European Council has decided to enlarge the border-free Schengen area to include Bulgaria and…
Continue ReadingFamily of 4 found dead in apparent murder-suicide by New York police sergeant
By JAKE OFFENHARTZ Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — A husband and wife and their two sons, ages 10 and 12, were found dead in a suburban New York…
Continue ReadingVenezuela says troops will stay deployed until British military vessel leaves waters off Guyana
MEGAN JANETSKY Associated Press MEXICO CITY (AP) — Venezuela said Saturday it will continue to deploy nearly 6,000 troops until a British military…
Continue ReadingMore than a billion people will head to the polls across South Asia in 2024
By Rhea Mogul, CNN (CNN) — An election boycotted by the main opposition as the world’s longest serving female prime minister looks set to…
Continue ReadingEx-Florida QB Jalen Kitna is headed to UAB after serving probation
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Former Florida quarterback Jalen Kitna is heading to UAB in an attempt to resurrect his football career. Kitna has been…
Continue ReadingProsecutors urge appeals court to reject Trump’s immunity claims in election subversion case
By ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Special counsel Jack Smith urged a federal appeals court Saturday to reject former President…
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Oregon Court of Appeals blocks Multnomah County Jan. 1 ban on flavored tobacco products
PORTLAND, Ore. (KGW/KTVZ) — The Oregon Court of Appeals has temporary halted Multnomah County’s ban on flavored tobacco products, which was set to…
Continue ReadingCargo ship carrying burning lithium-ion batteries reaches Alaska, but kept offshore for safety
By MARK THIESSEN Associated Press ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The U.S. Coast Guard said a large cargo ship with an active fire in its hold is being…
Continue ReadingPresidential candidate Haley cheers on Iowa hoops star Caitlin Clark in between campaign stops
By HANNAH FINGERHUT Associated Press IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley finally got her wish to see Iowa…
Continue ReadingIndianapolis Colts TE Drew Ogletree arrested on domestic violence charges
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Court records show that Indianapolis Colts tight end Drew Ogletree was arrested Friday on domestic violence…
Continue ReadingChina to ease visa requirements for U.S. travelers in latest bid to boost tourism
China will soon ease visa restrictions for people visiting from the United States. Starting Jan. 1, American tourists can visit the country without…
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Many new Oregon consumer protection laws take effect Jan. 1: Here’s a list, and what they do
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – When the clock strikes midnight on Jan. 1, 2024, many new Oregon laws take effect. The Oregon Division of Financial…
Continue ReadingMan wielding 2 knives shot and wounded by Baltimore police, officials say
BALTIMORE (AP) — Baltimore police say officers shot a man in the leg Saturday morning after he charged at them with a machete-like weapon and…
Continue ReadingIsraeli-French hostage recounts harrowing experience in captivity
JERUSALEM (AP) — An Israeli woman who recently returned from captivity in the Gaza Strip says she was groped by her Palestinian kidnapper and lived…
Continue ReadingBonded by loss, Liberty rides a strong connection into Fiesta Bowl against Oregon
By JOHN MARSHALL AP Sports Writer PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz. (AP) — Liberty’s quick rise has culminated with the best season in the…
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