2 more Mexican soldiers killed by an improvised landmine, after 2 died earlier this week
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Two more members of Mexico’s armed forces have been killed by an improvised landmine, just days after two soldiers died in…
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What to know about the debt ceiling debate as a government shutdown looms in Washington
Associated Press A debate over the debt ceiling is at the center of a dispute over funding that is pushing Washington to the brink of a federal…
Continue ReadingIsrael and Hamas appear close to a ceasefire deal. These are the sticking points
Associated Press CAIRO (AP) — Israeli and Hamas appear close to reaching a ceasefire deal to wind down the war in Gaza. But disagreements remain…
Continue ReadingWhat’s at risk if Congress doesn’t fund the government by Friday night
By Tami Luhby, Katie Lobosco and Betsy Klein, CNN (CNN) — The federal government could shut down in a matter of hours if Congress does not…
Continue ReadingPentagon says it doubled the number of US troops in Syria before Assad’s fall
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon says the United States doubled the number of forces in Syria to fight the Islamic State group…
Continue ReadingMusk ascends as a political force beyond his wealth by tanking budget deal
Associated Press In the first major flex of his influence since Donald Trump was elected, Elon Musk brought to a sudden halt a bipartisan budget…
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‘Increased seismicity’ likely at Newberry volcano as geothermal exploration work resumes, USGS advises public
VANCOUVER, Wash. (KTVZ) — “Increased rates of seismicity” are likely at the Newberry volcano south of Bend as a private exploration company conducts…
Continue ReadingFarmers, business owners, fire survivors face uncertainty after $100B in disaster relief flounders
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — American farmers, small business owners and wildfire survivors are among those who will suffer if Congress…
Continue ReadingFBI agents search home of Los Angeles deputy mayor over City Hall bomb threat
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Officials say FBI agents searched the home of a Los Angeles deputy mayor this week as part of an investigation into whether he…
Continue ReadingNew House GOP budget proposal revives Farm Bill extension and aid money but drops ethanol provision
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — American farmers are hoping that aid to agriculture will be revived as Congress struggles to avert a looming…
Continue ReadingNew York governor announces temporary ban on flights over ‘critical infrastructure’ amid drone sightings
By Alexandra Skores and Pete Muntean, CNN (CNN) — Federal authorities plan to temporarily ban flights over critical infrastructure sites in New…
Continue ReadingVirginia’s largest high school cancels 2 days of classes after fights
Associated Press ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — Northern Virginia’s largest high school has canceled the final two days of classes in 2024 after…
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New partnership seeking ‘bold solutions’ to C. Oregon’s housing crisis grows to 20 members, plans Jan. 13 workshop
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Partners for Affordable Housing announced Thursday that it has expanded its diverse coalition membership, with “20 members…
Continue ReadingMillions of people may get expanded Social Security benefits. Who are they and how would it happen?
Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Nearly 3 million people could receive a boost in Social Security payments under legislation that’s set for a…
Continue ReadingDC leaders, NBA commissioner celebrate the start of an $800M downtown arena renovation
AP Sports Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington Capitals and Wizards owner Ted Leonsis, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, District of Columbia Mayor…
Continue ReadingQuestlove readies new documentary spotlighting ‘Saturday Night Live’ music performances
AP Music Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Who works harder than Questlove? The Academy Award winner has teamed up with Emmy winner Oz Rodriguez and NBC for a…
Continue ReadingCanada’s Trudeau to shuffle his Cabinet Friday amid resignation calls and rising discontent
Associated Press TORONTO (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will shuffle his Cabinet on Friday. The prime minister’s office says…
Continue ReadingImmigration drives US population growth to highest rate in 23 years as residents pass 340 million
Associated Press Immigration in 2024 drove U.S. population growth to its fastest rate in 23 years as the nation surpassed 340 million residents, the…
Continue ReadingFormer Assad security forces hand in weapons to new Syrian government
By Pauline Lockwood, Mostafa Salem and Lauren Kent, CNN (CNN) — Former Syrian regime security forces have been handing in their weapons to the…
Continue ReadingFormer Virginia sheriff convicted of bribery in cash-for-badges scheme
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — A former Virginia sheriff has been convicted on federal bribery charges for deputizing individuals in exchange for cash…
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