Chemical treatment to be deployed against invasive fish in Colorado River
PAGE, Ariz. (AP) — The National Park Service will renew efforts to rid an area of the Colorado River in northern Arizona of invasive fish with a…
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Sign up, and update: Deschutes Alerts provides vital evacuation, other info in case of wildfires, other emergencies
At the peak of wildfire season, it’s more important than ever to stay informed. In the event of a fire or other emergency, there’s a way to be…
Continue ReadingRussia bars 54 British journalists and ministers from entering country
By Katharina Krebs and Lauren Kent, CNN (CNN) — Russia has barred 54 more British citizens from entering the country, in response to the UK’s…
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How much is too much? ‘Tipping fatigue’ affecting both C.O. customers and workers
Tipping culture around the country has been scrutinized by many. Some feel that asking for a tip is too much, and others feel we’re not tipping…
Continue ReadingPilot accused of destroying parking barrier at Denver airport with an ax says he hit breaking point
DENVER (AP) — A United Airlines pilot has been charged with criminal mischief for allegedly using an ax to destroy a barrier gate at an employee…
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‘26,000 may be affected’: St. Charles’ possible Medicare Advantage withdrawal prompts questions, concerns
Citing concerns related to patient care, access and affordability, St. Charles Health System says it may withdraw its participation in all Medicare…
Continue ReadingSchool board votes to fire teacher who read book on gender identity to Georgia fifth-graders
CNN, WSB By Jamiel Lynch, CNN (CNN) — A suburban Atlanta school board has voted to terminate the contract of a teacher who read a book about…
Continue ReadingDominican officials say plastics company to blame for explosion that killed 31 people
By MARTÍN ADAMES ALCÁNTARA and DÁNICA COTO Associated Press SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) — Dominican authorities say they are pursuing…
Continue ReadingConnecticut man convicted of killing roommate with samurai-like sword after rent quarrel
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Prosecutors say a Connecticut man has been convicted of killing his roommate with a samurai-style sword after a dispute over…
Continue ReadingThousands under evacuation orders and some homes burn as wildfires race through Washington state
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Fast-moving wildfires raced through Washington state on Friday, burning some homes and prompting evacuation orders for…
Continue ReadingFederal judges rule against provisions of GOP-backed voting laws in Georgia and Texas
By NICHOLAS RICCARDI, KATE BRUMBACK and ACACIA CORONADO Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Federal judges in Georgia and Texas are putting on…
Continue ReadingOfficials identify IRS agent who was fatally shot during training exercise at Phoenix firing range
PHOENIX (AP) — The Internal Revenue Service has released the name of an agent shot and killed during a routine training exercise in North Phoenix.…
Continue ReadingBiden stays mum on Justice Dept. decision to name special counsel in Hunter Biden probe
Associated Press CAMP DAVID, Md. (AP) — President Joe Biden is keeping mum about Attorney General Merrick Garland’s decision to name a special…
Continue ReadingNo death penalty for a Utah mom accused of killing her husband, then writing a kid book about death
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Prosecutors say they will not seek the death penalty against a Utah mother who’s accused of killing her husband, then…
Continue ReadingMichael Jackson sexual abuse lawsuits revived by appeals court
By ANDREW DALTON AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — A California appeals court on Friday revived lawsuits from two men who allege Michael…
Continue ReadingLolita the orca dies at Miami Seaquarium after half-century in captivity
MIAMI (AP) — Lolita, an orca whale held captive for more than a half-century, died Friday at the Miami Seaquarium as caregivers prepared to move…
Continue ReadingLolita the orca dies at Miami Seaquarium after half-century in captivity
MIAMI (AP) — Lolita, an orca whale held captive for more than a half-century, died Friday at the Miami Seaquarium as caregivers prepared to move…
Continue ReadingNatural history museum closes because of chemicals in taxidermy collection
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — A South Dakota museum is closing after almost 40 years over concerns that the chemicals in its taxidermy collection could…
Continue ReadingMan injured in shooting that killed rapper Takeoff, member of the group Migos, alleges Houston venue failed to provide adequate security
By Eli Masket, CNN (CNN) — A man who says he was injured during a November 2022 shooting that killed rapper Takeoff in Houston, Texas, is suing…
Continue ReadingBernard Kerik Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of former New York police commissioner, Bernard Kerik, who served time in prison for…
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