Opinion by Roy Cooper (CNN) — As the country grapples with former President Donald Trump being indicted over election interference, the nationwide Republican war on democracy is raging fiercely in North Carolina. Right-wing Republicans in our state are responding with an attack on free elections. Using the “big lie” of election fraud as cover, Republicans in North Carolina
Continue ReadingBy Cori Duke Click here for updates on this story TULSA, Oklahoma (KJRH) — Several Oklahomans will light up Times Square in New York City with their electric smiles this weekend. It’s all a part of promoting the value, acceptance, and inclusion of people with down syndrome. “He’s no different than any other child,” Brett
Continue ReadingBy Web staff Click here for updates on this story OAK BLUFFS, Massachusetts (WBZ) — Signs with the website of a white supremacist group were posted outside two Black-owned businesses on Martha’s Vineyard. Cape and Islands District Attorney Robert Galibois said his office has been made aware of the signs in Oak Bluffs, which include
Continue ReadingBRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union’s Commission is reshuffling more of its top management because antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager of Denmark is seeking to become the president of the European Investment Bank. Vestager is the second Commission vice president in as many months to seek a new professional challenge. EU climate chief Frans Timmermans left
Continue ReadingBy The Associated Press Fall is coming, and so are the movies. OK, not all the movies. Some of them, like “Dune: Part Two,” have been postponed until next year due to the ongoing actors and writers strikes. But most of the film calendar has stayed intact — for now. Just like summer, there are
Continue ReadingBy Ali Hoxie Click here for updates on this story Michigan (WXYZ) — There are so many ways in which a man’s best friend is used. You can find dogs at police departments, hospitals, and schools to name few places. But, have you ever heard of a dog on a construction site? There’s one special
Continue ReadingBy Web staff Click here for updates on this story WHITE PLAINS, New York (WABC) — The last time Leonard Mack walked into the Westchester County Courthouse he was in handcuffs, about to be sentenced to prison for rape. Tuesday, was different. “After 48 years, I’m finally going to get closure to this and clear
Continue ReadingBy WXYZ Staff Click here for updates on this story Michigan (WXYZ) — A federal judge has dismissed Warren Mayor Jim Fouts’ lawsuit against city council in what was likely his last effort to get on the 2023 ballot. Last month, Fouts sued the city council claiming his civil rights were violated after his name
Continue ReadingTALLINN, Estonia (AP) — Belarus’ authoritarian president banned citizens from renewing their passports while staying abroad, which could force those who fled the country amid growing repression to return to maintain their travel documents. The decree on Tuesday stated that a Belarusian passport can only be renewed where the holder was a registered resident before
Continue ReadingBy Ashley Zavala Click here for updates on this story SACRAMENTO, California (KCRA) — As California’s Democratic Party-led Legislature continues to be divided on establishing more punishment for illegal fentanyl dealers, a group of Republican lawmakers and a group of parents who have lost loved ones to fentanyl are planning on launching separate efforts Tuesday
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By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — While Maya Hawke is certainly proud of her dad Ethan Hawke for his iconic career and for being nominated for multiple Oscars, it was Ethan’s viral moment sitting next to Rihanna at the 2015 NBA All Star game that really stands out for the “Stranger Things” actor. “I’ve been
Continue ReadingBy Drew Gardner Click here for updates on this story LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (WLKY) — The Honor Flight Bluegrass is preparing to take off on another trip to the nation’s capital and they need your help welcoming the veterans back home after landing in Louisville. Each year, the organization flies local veterans on an all-expenses paid
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CNN By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — First lady Jill Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 and is experiencing mild symptoms, the White House has reported, just as coronavirus cases and hospitalizations are increasing. President Joe Biden has tested negative thus far. Jill Biden’s diagnosis comes as a new variant, BA.2.86, has also raised concerns
Continue ReadingMADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Milwaukee suburb is finally set to start pulling millions of gallons of water a day from Lake Michigan after years of seeking approval. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced Tuesday that the city of Waukesha in September will begin diverting up to 8.2 million gallons of lake water per
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CNN By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — It would be hard to imagine a bigger or better birthday celebration than Beyoncé’s on Monday. During the singer’s “Renaissance World Tour” concert in Los Angeles, Diana Ross surprised the crowd when she stepped on stage to serenade Bey with a rendition of “Happy Birthday.” “I’m here to
Continue ReadingBy Alice Kang Click here for updates on this story FAIRFAX, Vermont (WPTZ) — A man apologized for causing a fire in the woods behind a home on Main Street in Fairfax. The fire chief said they got multiple calls about an explosion. The homeowner posted on social media apologizing to the community for shooting
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Mizzou football coach Eli Drinkwitz said that his team will be moving forward with St. Louis-native Brady Cook as the starting quarterback for the 2023 season. He added that backup quarterback Sam Horn will still get opportunities for growth. Drinkwitz said not much will change in the quarterback room, as Cook had
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CNN By Ethan Cohen and Fredreka Schouten, CNN (CNN) — A federal court blocked a newly drawn Alabama congressional map on Tuesday because it didn’t create a second majority-Black district as the Supreme Court had ordered earlier this year. In a unanimous decision from a three-judge panel, which had overseen the case before it reached
Continue Reading By Jacqui Palumbo, CNN (CNN) — Linda Evangelista has revealed that she’s been secretly treated for breast cancer over the past year — and that it’s the second time she’s been diagnosed with the illness. The supermodel told the Wall Street Journal that she first underwent a bilateral mastectomy after an annual mammogram detected the
Continue ReadingBy Sean MacKinnon Click here for updates on this story OMAHA, Nebraska (KETV) — The woman who hit and killed a motorcyclist after spending hours at an Omaha bar is facing, at max, three years in prison. The family of the man she killed, Gary Mangiameli, cannot believe she got a plea deal. Lorena Lara-Diaz
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