By Jack Suntrup Click here for updates on this story JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri (St. Louis Post-Dispatch) — A state senator from western Missouri said Wednesday he was “appalled” and “personally offended” to find out a Capitol exhibit featuring the gay rights movement in Kansas City had been removed. Sen. Greg Razer, a Kansas City Democrat
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By PAUL J. WEBER and DAVID A. LIEB Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The Supreme Court allowing a new Texas law that bans most abortions has Republicans eager to pass identical measures across the country. Lawmakers in Arkansas and Mississippi on Thursday are among those who say they will consider pushing similar bills after
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By The Associated Press The Aggies feel like they have unfinished business this season after being left out of the College Football Playoff last year despite going 9-1 with their only loss coming to Alabama in Week 2. With a loaded defense and top talent returning at running back, Texas A&M aims to topple Alabama
Continue ReadingBy Jessica Patrick Click here for updates on this story FARMINGTON, Connecticut (WRAL) — A small plane en route to Manteo in North Carolina’s Outer Banks crashed into a building shortly after takeoff. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, four people were on board the Cessna Citation 560X business jet, which left the Robertson Field
Continue Reading By RONALD BLUM AP Sports Writer SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador (AP) — In a soccer world increasingly embracing technology to make sure referees’ on-field decisions are correct, CONCACAF appears content to live with blown calls in its most important games. While the Union of European Football Associations started using Video Assistant Referees in all World
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By Jackie Wattles, CNN Business The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed late Wednesday it is investigating Richard Branson’s flight to space, saying the rocket-powered plane operated by his company, Virgin Galactic, veered off course during its descent. The FAA’s statement came not long after the New Yorker’s Nicholas Schmidle reported that warning lights had shown up
Continue Reading By Jackie Wattles, CNN Business The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed late Wednesday it is investigating Richard Branson’s flight to space, saying the rocket-powered plane operated by his company, Virgin Galactic, veered off course during its descent. The FAA’s statement came not long after the New Yorker’s Nicholas Schmidle reported that warning lights had shown up
Continue ReadingBy Kathy Hanrahan Click here for updates on this story MURPHY, North Carolina (WRAL) — A 9-year-old North Carolina boy has put his tree house on Airbnb. Eli Sylvester and his mom, Rachel, recently listed his tree house for rent on the popular travel website. It has since become a popular place for families looking
Continue Reading By TERRY TANG and MARCELA ISAZA Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — It’s Simu Liu’s time to take out baddies and be the hero as the titular “Shang-Chi” in Marvel Studios’ first Asian-led superhero flick. “Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings,” which opens Friday, has all the bells and whistles of a Marvel
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research Here’s a look at the life of Michael Skakel, the nephew of Ethel Kennedy. Skakel was convicted in 2002 of the 1975 murder of his neighbor, Martha Moxley. Skakel ‘s conviction was vacated by the Connecticut Supreme Court in 2018. In October 2020, the Connecticut State’s Attorney announced they will not retry
Continue Reading By The Associated Press No. 3 Clemson and fifth-ranked Georgia open the season against an opponent each may see at the end. The two top-five programs are both considered strong contenders to make the College Football Playoff, even with a loss in this crucial first game. The Tigers show off a revamped offense with D.J.
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By Joan Biskupic, CNN legal analyst & Supreme Court biographer The Supreme Court’s dramatic 5-4 action leaving a Texas abortion ban in place at midnight Wednesday establishes that the Roberts Court no longer is Roberts’ Court. Chief Justice John Roberts dissented with three liberal justices in what could be regarded as the least considered but
Continue Reading By Joan Biskupic, CNN legal analyst & Supreme Court biographer The Supreme Court’s dramatic 5-4 action leaving a Texas abortion ban in place at midnight Wednesday establishes that the Roberts Court no longer is Roberts’ Court. Chief Justice John Roberts dissented with three liberal justices in what could be regarded as the least considered but
Continue ReadingBy Rob Hayes Click here for updates on this story BEVERLY HILLS, California (KABC) — Civil rights attorney Ben Crump has filed a racial profiling lawsuit against the city of Beverly Hills. Crump is representing a Black couple from Philadelphia arrested last year for riding a scooter on the sidewalk and resisting arrest. “It was
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research Here is a look at notable terror attacks with fatalities on US soil since 1980. 1978-1995 – Three people die and 23 others are wounded after a string of mail bombings carried out by Ted Kaczynski. “The Unabomber,” as he is also known, is serving eight life sentences for murder. He was
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CNN Editorial Research Here’s a look at what you need to know about the Camp David Accords. On September 17, 1978, Egyptian President Anwar Sadat, Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin and US President Jimmy Carter signed the Camp David Accords in Washington. The Details of the Camp David Accords Called for a formal peace treaty
Continue Reading By ANDREW DAMPF AP Sports Writer GUIDONIA, Italy (AP) — Just a mention of that unbeatable “Moliwood” team with Francesco Molinari still brings out the emotions in Tommy Fleetwood. The pair were back playing together in the first round of the Italian Open on Thursday after leading Europe to the Ryder Cup title three years
Continue ReadingBy Josh Haskell Click here for updates on this story LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Two months since LAPD’s botched fireworks detonation rocked a South Los Angeles neighborhood, frustrated neighbors say not enough is being done to fix the damage done to their homes. Resident Maria Velasquez says don’t let the new paint job on the
Continue Reading Associated Press WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — For the first time, an organization in South Florida is distributing “trauma kits” to Jewish houses of worship that help treat life-threatening injuries before first responders can arrive. The kits being distributed this week by the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County contain bandages, gloves, burn-care gel,
Continue Reading By The Associated Press No. 2 Oklahoma has its highest preseason ranking since 2011 and seeks its first national title since 2000. The Sooners feature preseason All-America quarterback Spencer Rattler, who is expected to be among the front-runners for the Heisman Trophy. The Sooners want to establish their defense as an effective balance to their
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