Is broadband essential, like water or electricity? New net neutrality effort makes the case
Associated Press Landmark net neutrality rules rescinded under former President Donald Trump could return under a new push by U.S. Federal…
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Target to close 9 stores, including 3 in the San Francisco Bay Area, citing safety concerns
By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP Retail Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Target said Tuesday that it will close nine stores in four states, including one in New…
Continue ReadingThe husband of the owner of the drug-filled Bronx day care was arrested in Mexico, sources say
By John Miller and Mark Morales, CNN (CNN) — The husband of the owner and operator of the Bronx day care where a 1-year-child died of suspected…
Continue ReadingAnti-abortion groups demand liberal Wisconsin prosecutors charge abortion providers despite ruling
By TODD RICHMOND Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A coalition of anti-abortion organizations is urging two Wisconsin prosecutors to pursue…
Continue ReadingMandela’s granddaughter Zoleka dies at 43. Her life was full of tragedy but she embraced his legacy
By GERALD IMRAY Associated Press CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Zoleka Mandela, a granddaughter of Nelson Mandela whose life was tangled up in…
Continue ReadingReport: Teen driver held in Vegas bicyclist hit-and-run killing case expected ‘slap on the wrist’
By KEN RITTER Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — A teenager accused of intentionally driving a stolen vehicle into a bicyclist in Las Vegas, killing…
Continue ReadingSerena Williams Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of professional tennis player Serena Williams. Personal Birth date: September 26,…
Continue ReadingMemphis officer won’t be charged in Black man’s shooting after attempted traffic stop
By ADRIAN SAINZ Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The top state prosecutor in Memphis says no criminal charges will be brought against a…
Continue ReadingExasperated residents flee Nagorno-Karabakh after Azerbaijan seizes control of breakaway region
By GAIANE YENOKIAN Associated Press GORIS, Armenia (AP) — Thousands of Nagorno-Karabakh residents are fleeing their homes after Azerbaijan’s…
Continue ReadingTarget to close 9 stores, including 3 in the San Francisco Bay Area, citing safety concerns
By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP Retail Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Target said Tuesday that it will close nine stores in four states, including one in New…
Continue ReadingTheresa May Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Theresa May, former prime minister of the United Kingdom. Personal Birth date:…
Continue ReadingRalph Lauren Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of American fashion designer and philanthropist Ralph Lauren. Personal Birth date:…
Continue ReadingPaul Simon Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of singer-songwriter Paul Simon. Personal Birth date: October 13, 1941 Birth place:…
Continue ReadingCarlos the Jackal Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Carlos the Jackal, once one of the world’s most wanted terrorists. Personal…
Continue ReadingTanker crew member falls overboard, prompting frantic search, trip to shore for medical care
BOSTON (AP) — Officials say the crew of a commercial fishing boat recovered a man who fell overboard from a tanker and began CPR while rushing him…
Continue ReadingBrazil’s Amazon rainforest faces a severe drought that may affect around 500,000 people
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Officials say the Amazon rainforest in Brazil is facing a severe drought that may affect around 500,000 people by the end of…
Continue ReadingA new battery recycling facility will deepen Kentucky’s ties to the electric vehicle sector
By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press A recycling facility will be built in Kentucky to shred electric vehicle batteries in a $65 million venture. The…
Continue ReadingCapitol rioter who trained for a ‘firefight’ with paintball gets over four years in prison
By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN Associated Press A California man whom prosecutors say was fixated on arresting Democratic leaders and training for combat with…
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Oregon sets 2024 rent increase cap at 10%; new NeighborImpact, city of Bend program offers rent, mortgage help
The Oregon Department of Administrative Services this week published the annual maximum rent increase allowed by statute for calendar year 2024. The…
Continue ReadingCanada House Speaker resigns after celebrating Ukrainian veteran who fought for Nazi unit in World War II
By Paula Newton, CNN Ottawa (CNN) — Speaker of the Canadian House of Commons Anthony Rota resigned his post Tuesday, days after he praised a…
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