By Katelyn Polantz, CNN Reporter, Crime and Justice A pastor who felt called by God to pray on the US Capitol grounds on the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks won’t be able to, a federal judge decided on Thursday, because the security concerns around the building are still too great. The
Continue ReadingMarysabel E. Huston-Crespo (CNN Español) — Si pensamos en los ataques terroristas del 11 de septiembre de 2001 en Estados Unidos, conocidos también como 11S, quizás la música no sea uno de los factores que se te vengan a la mente. Este ataque se recuerda como uno que cambió la historia moderna. Se piensa en
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By Jacqueline Howard, CNN The US Food and Drug Administration said on Thursday it will need more time to decide whether the biggest-selling e-cigarette products may remain on the market — a delay that infuriated pediatricians and anti-tobacco advocates. The FDA said it has taken action on about 93% of the submitted applications, something it
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By BEN FOX Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Transportation Security Administration is increasing the penalty for people who violate the mandate to wear masks on planes, trains and other forms of transportation to help stop the spread of COVID-19. President Joe Biden warns that violators should “be prepared to pay.” First-time offenders would face
Continue ReadingBy Alisha Ebrahimji and Lauren M. Johnson, CNN Police are investigating after some American flags placed at a 9/11 memorial in Boston were knocked over or damaged overnight. The Boston Police Department (BPD) told CNN they were called to the Public Garden on Thursday for a report of vandalism at the memorial set up for
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Missouri was the first state to create an Office of Homeland Security following the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Though it continues to protect Missourians in 2021, its budget has dropped from nearly $47 million in 2005 to less than $8 million in FY 2020.
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research Here is a look at the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season. Past coverage of the 2020 and 2019 hurricane season and the latest weather news can also be found on CNN. Follow the storm tracker for the path and forecasts of the latest storm. Facts The 2021 Atlantic hurricane season runs from June
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research Here’s a look at the life of best-selling author Stephen King, who has written more than 50 books. He is best known for his works in the horror and fantasy genres, many of which have been adapted into films and television programs. Personal Birth date: September 21, 1947 Birth place: Portland, Maine
Continue Reading By BRENDAN FARRINGTON Associated Press TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A former city commissioner who once ran the Florida Democratic Party will serve prison time for taking money from Uber and undercover FBI agents in exchange for his influence. A federal judge sentenced former Tallahassee Commissioner Scott Maddox to five years in prison on corruption charges.
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By BEN ROSS Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Sean Manaea struck out nine in seven dominant innings, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago White Sox 3-1. Manaea allowed one run and five hits in his first win since July 28. The left-hander went 0-3 with an 8.00 ERA in his previous six starts.
Continue Reading By DÁNICA COTO Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s Supreme Court has ruled that not guilty verdicts in criminal cases must be unanimous, marking a significant change in how jury trials are conducted in the U.S. territory. For nearly seven decades, Puerto Rico’s constitution has allowed a minimum of nine jurors
Continue Reading By SEAN MURPHY The Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma’s Supreme Court has agreed to hear a prosecutor’s request that two members of the state’s Pardon and Parole Board should not be allowed to vote on a high-profile death row inmate’s commutation hearing. Oklahoma County District Attorney David Prater wants the high court to
Continue Reading By SEAN MURPHY The Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma’s Supreme Court has agreed to hear a prosecutor’s request that two members of the state’s Pardon and Parole Board should not be allowed to vote on a high-profile death row inmate’s commutation hearing. Oklahoma County District Attorney David Prater wants the high court to
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By Kate Sullivan and Gregory Wallace, CNN President Joe Biden on Thursday blasted travelers who harass flight attendants because they don’t want to wear a face mask and announced fines would double for those who don’t comply with the US federal transportation mask mandate. “If you break the rules, be prepared to pay,” Biden said, speaking
Continue Reading By TIM BOOTH AP Sports Writer SEATTLE (AP) — The NHL’s newest franchise is set to open its $80 million training facility to the public this weekend. The Seattle Kraken Community IcePlex includes three sheets of ice along with the business and hockey operations offices for the franchise. The team expects the building to be
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By Ashley Strickland, CNN Russian cosmonauts Oleg Novitskiy and Pyotr Dubrov conducted their second spacewalk in less than a week as they continue configurations for the new Nauka module for operations on the International Space Station. The spacewalk began Thursday at 10:51 a.m. and ended at 6:16 p.m. ET, lasting for seven hours and 25
Continue Reading By Ashley Strickland, CNN Russian cosmonauts Oleg Novitskiy and Pyotr Dubrov conducted their second spacewalk in less than a week as they continue configurations for the new Nauka module for operations on the International Space Station. The spacewalk began Thursday at 10:51 a.m. and ended at 6:16 p.m. ET, lasting for seven hours and 25
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By DAVID PITT Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — An Iowa district court judge is considering whether to halt enforcement of a state law that prohibits school boards from imposing mask requirements. Attorneys argued Thursday over whether the Republican legislature and governor violated the constitutional rights of Frances Parr and her two sons when
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By Paul LeBlanc and Gregory Wallace, CNN The Biden administration on Thursday announced it’s taking new steps to protect the waters of Bristol Bay, Alaska, another considerable blow to a massive gold and copper mine project that has long drawn controversy in the area. Calling the bay an “Alaskan treasure,” the Environmental Protection Agency said
Continue Reading By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have made outside linebacker T.J. Watt the highest-paid defensive player in the league. A person with knowledge of the agreement tells The Associated Press that Watt has signed a four-year extension worth $112 million. Watt was set to enter the final season of
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