FDA updates the definition of ‘healthy’ foods
AP Health Writer Packaged foods in the U.S. must follow new rules in order to call themselves “healthy.” That’s according to changes…
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Scandals, some changes in public perception highlighted the year for sports betting
AP Sports Writer Sports bettors in the U.S. are expected to set another record in 2024 for the amount of money wagered legally. That coincides with…
Continue ReadingIn Florida, a race is on to save the Everglades and protect a key source of drinking water
Associated Press EVERGLADES, Fla. (AP) — In a region of Florida known as the River of Grass, John Kominoski plops into hip-deep waters. Blobs of…
Continue ReadingUtah mom killed with 3 kids was a refugee who fled violence in Myanmar
Associated Press A Utah woman who police believe was shot and killed by her husband along with three of their children was a refugee who fled…
Continue ReadingEnvironmental groups sue over California support for polluting biofuels
Associated Press/Report for America SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Several environmental groups are suing California air regulators over their…
Continue ReadingDecline of the dinner party, relief for severe depression, online dating revolution: Catch up on the day’s stories
CNN By Daniel Wine, CNN Editor’s Note: CNN’s 5 Things newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest headlines and fascinating stories to start…
Continue ReadingDecline of the dinner party, relief for severe depression, online dating revolution: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Daniel Wine, CNN Editor’s Note: CNN’s 5 Things newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest headlines and fascinating stories to start and…
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Oregon PUC cuts Pacific Power’s Jan. 1 rate hike request by nearly half – but residential rates still set to jump nearly 10%
SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Public Utility Commission ruled Thursday in rate hike request by Pacific Power, approving an overall increase for all…
Continue ReadingImmigration agency deports highest numbers since 2014, aided by more flights
Associated Press McALLEN, Texas (AP) — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement deported more than 270,000 people to 192 countries over a recent…
Continue ReadingKentucky attorney general finds no requirement to use tax dollars to pay for inmate gender surgeries
Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky’s attorney general says the state is under no legal requirement to use taxpayer money to…
Continue ReadingAmazon workers are striking at multiple facilities. Here’s what you should know
AP Business Writer Amazon workers affiliated with the Teamsters union are on strike for a second day at seven of the company’s delivery hubs just…
Continue ReadingNew Jersey Supreme Court temporarily leaves attorney general in charge of Paterson police
Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey’s top court has agreed to temporarily pause a lower court decision that determined the attorney…
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Which foods are ‘healthy’? FDA has new requirements for food labels
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — The US Food and Drug Administration has finalized new standards that foods must meet before they can be…
Continue ReadingMax Muhleman, who revolutionized seat licensing and helped bring pro sports to Charlotte, dies at 88
AP Sports Writer CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Sports marketer Max Muhleman, who was credited with the concept of developing the permanent seat license in…
Continue ReadingPentagon warns that a government shutdown will cost troops their pay over the holidays
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon is warning that Republicans’ decision to abandon a congressional spending plan will cost more…
Continue ReadingPortland, Oregon, swears in new government and mayor who campaigned to end homelessness
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A businessman with no experience in public office is taking over as mayor of Oregon’s biggest city as it…
Continue ReadingPortland, Oregon, swears in new government and mayor who campaigned to end homelessness
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A businessman with no experience in public office is taking over as mayor of Oregon’s biggest city as it…
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Embattled Crook County Schools Superintendent Dr. Melissa Skinner issues first statement amid athletic director furor
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County School Superintendent Dr. Melissa Skinner spoke out Thursday for the first time since she became the focus of…
Continue ReadingVeteran Labour politician Peter Mandelson set to be named UK ambassador to the US
Associated Press LONDON (AP) — Veteran U.K. Labour Party politician Peter Mandelson will be Britain’s next ambassador to Washington. Mandelson,…
Continue ReadingFamily of painter Thomas Hart Benton alleges bank undersold artwork; judge disagrees
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — A Missouri judge has rejected arguments that a bank mismanaged painter Thomas Hart Benton’s estate by selling his artwork…
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