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Suspect arrested in meth lab fire
By Kaitlyn Naples, Sharon Johnson, Ayah Galal Click here for updates on this story WILLIMANTIC, Connecticut (WFSB) — An apartment building in Willimantic was evacuated on Monday after a fire broke out in what was identified as a methamphetamine lab. A suspect was arrested; however, police have yet to identify him. The fire happened at
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McDonald’s finally announces when its new loyalty program will launch
By Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business McDonald’s will launch its first-ever nationwide loyalty program July 8. It’s aimed at expanding McDonald’s customer base and enticing existing patrons to be more loyal in the highly competitive world of fast food. The program, called MyMcDonald’s Rewards, is only available on its app and gives customers 100 points for
Continue ReadingEvent leaves city due to safety concerns
By Sarah Hurwitz Click here for updates on this story WEST LINN, Oregon (KPTV) — The Cambia Portland Classic which attracts some of the best players in the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) is moving to a new location outside of the city. Tournament Golf Foundation President Tom Maletis is citing health and safety concerns
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Low-income Americans can now register for expanded child tax credit
By Tami Luhby, CNN Low-income American families who don’t typically file tax returns can now register to receive the enhanced child tax credit, which will start going out next month. The Internal Revenue Service unveiled a sign-up tool on its website Monday that will allow users to provide the necessary information about their households and,
Continue ReadingBusiness owner installs AC unit for free for teen in hospice care
By Bridget Chavez Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — 13-year-old Viktoria Leen has an infectious smile and a beautiful spirit. However, in the last couple of weeks, her health has taken a turn. Her mom, Lea Leen, said she spent three nights in the hospital. “There’s nothing more they can
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Billie Eilish apologizes after video surfaces of singer mouthing racial slur
By Jack Guy, CNN Superstar singer Billie Eilish has apologized after a video surfaced of her apparently mouthing along to a song as an anti-Asian racial slur is used. Seven-time Grammy winner Eilish posted a statement on her Instagram Stories Monday addressing the edited compilation of videos, which was widely circulated earlier this month. In
Continue ReadingSe estima que 2.600 latinos murieron a manos de la policÃa o bajo custodia en los últimos 6 años en EE.UU., según un informe preliminar
Mariana Toro (CNN) — Si bien el alcance real del impacto de la brutalidad policial es difÃcil de cuantificar, un nuevo informe indica que más de 2.600 latinos murieron a manos de la policÃa o mientras estaban bajo custodia en los últimos años. El informe publicado el jueves por UnidosUS en asociación con un grupo
Continue ReadingResidents, business owners call on city leaders to stop overnight violence
By Michele Fiore Click here for updates on this story MILWAUKEE (WDJT) — As after-dark violence continues to escalate downtown, those who live and work along Water Street are making an urgent plea to police and to the mayor’s office. The subject lines of letters sent to Alderman Bauman say, “We are scared for our
Continue ReadingMuslim teacher creates summer reading list for families who want to fight Islamophobia
By Jeremiah Rodriguez, CTVNews.ca Writer Click here for updates on this story SASKATOON, Saskatchewan (CTV Network) — Rabia Khokhar remembers all of the summers she spent as a teenager with her nose in books thanks to reading challenges from the Toronto Public Library. Now, a resource teacher in the Greater Toronto Area, Khokhar sees those
Continue ReadingSummer travel demand so far focused on driving and family, say travel agents
By Cameron French, CTVNews.ca Writer Click here for updates on this story TORONTO, Ontario (CTV Network) — There’s an old adage in Ontario cottage country that God isn’t making any more waterfront. It’s a truth that’s particularly relevant in 2021 as demand for lakeside retreats has been understandably high. “People booked up very early because
Continue ReadingLa Gran Barrera de Coral está en «peligro», dice la ONU. Pero Australia no está de acuerdo
Melissa Velásquez Loaiza (CNN) — La Gran Barrera de Coral se ha deteriorado hasta tal punto que deberÃa figurar como un sitio del patrimonio mundial «en peligro», dijo el martes un comité de las Naciones Unidas, lo que provocó una reacción inmediata del gobierno de Australia. El Comité del Patrimonio Mundial de la Unesco recomendó
Continue Reading Steven Spielberg is partnering with Netflix
Steven Spielberg’s production company Amblin Partners signed a deal with Netflix to produce multiple new feature films per year. CNN’s Frank Pallotta reports.
Continue Reading Steven Spielberg’s production company signs a deal with Netflix
By Frank Pallotta, CNN Business Steven Spielberg is partnering with Netflix. Getting Hollywood’s premiere director represents a major coup for the streaming service. Amblin Partners, the film and TV production studio led by the blockbuster director, announced a partnership with the streaming company Monday that will include multiple new feature films per year for the
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Man seriously injured in Camden County crash
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A man from the state of California suffered serious injuries in a Camden County crash Monday night. According to Missouri State Highway Patrol crash reports, 32-year-old Christopher Sanetti was driving west on Route KK when his pickup truck started to skid and crossed over the center of the road. The vehicle then
Continue ReadingUna plaga de ratones obliga a prisión a evacuar al personal y a los presos
Juan Pablo Elverdin (CNN) — Una plaga de ratones en el estado de Nueva Gales del Sur, Australia, obligó a una prisión a evacuar al menos a 420 presos y 200 empleados, según las autoridades locales. La plaga de ratones en el Centro Correccional de Wellington rompió partes de la infraestructura del edificio de la
Continue ReadingAsà es como Lex Borrero se convirtió en uno de los empresarios más importantes de la música latina
Marysabel E. Huston-Crespo (CNN Español) – Quizás el nombre de Lex Borrero no sea familiar para los seguidores de la música latina. Junto al legendario productor Tainy formaron hace 2 años la incubadora de talento conocida como NEON 16. Por sus filas han pasado artistas como J Balvin, Bad Bunny, Selena Gómez o Kali Uchis.
Continue Reading Avril Lavigne partners with real-life ‘Sk8er boi’ Tony Hawk in TikTok debut
By Lianne Kolirin, CNN Avril Lavigne has joined forces with a true “Sk8er Boi” legend to mark her TikTok debut. In a video posted to her social media account Monday, the Canadian songstress is lip-syncing her way through the 2002 hit. Set against a sunny beach backdrop, Lavigne is dressed in black shorts and a
Continue Reading Government spending ‘fatigue’ is a risk worth watching
By Julia Horowitz, CNN Business As the global recovery takes hold, governments around the world will be increasingly tempted to stop throwing so much cash at the economy. Investors could see that as a big mistake. What’s happening: President Joe Biden’s infrastructure proposal — part of $4 trillion in potential spending — is a priority
Continue Reading A free Peloton membership could be your newest work benefit
By Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business Paid time off, retirement benefits and … a Peloton membership? That could be your newest work perk as the fitness company rolls out a corporate program that offers free app memberships that normally cost $12.99 per month. Peloton Corporate Wellness is aimed at “providing employees access to innovative mental and
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