Wednesday’s UV index and pollen tracker
The UV index tomorrow will be very high behind storms, but we’ll have a break from high pollen levels.
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Tracking storms overnight, more comfortable next few days
TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers and storms likely. Lows in the mid-upper 60s. TOMORROW: Clouds gradually decrease with highs in the lower 80s. EXTENDED: Rain and storms return to Mid-Missouri late tonight ahead of a cold front, likely after 10:00 p.m. A few of these storms could produce high rainfall rates and 40-50 mph
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Trump asks judge to terminate gag order in hush money case
By Kara Scannell, CNN (CNN) — Lawyers for Donald Trump asked the judge overseeing his criminal hush money case to terminate the gag order against the former president, saying it’s no longer justified since the trial is over. “Now that the trial is concluded, the concerns articulated by the government and the Court do not
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How does being transgender affect your personal and family finances?
By Bryan Mena, CNN Washington (CNN) — From extreme poverty to discrimination at the workplace, surveys and studies show that transgender people deal with a bevy of economic struggles. A joint report from the National Center for Transgender Equality and the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force found that transgender Americans were “nearly four times
Continue ReadingMissouri court changes date of vote on Kansas City police funding to August
By SUMMER BALLENTINE Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri voters in August will weigh in on a constitutional amendment requiring Kansas City to spend more money on its police force. The Missouri Supreme Court on Tuesday changed the date of the special election from November to the Aug. 6 primary. It had previously
Continue ReadingMissouri court changes date of vote on Kansas City police funding to August
By SUMMER BALLENTINE Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri voters in August will weigh in on a constitutional amendment requiring Kansas City to spend more money on its police force. The Missouri Supreme Court on Tuesday changed the date of the special election from November to the Aug. 6 primary. It had previously
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More space debris? Resident suspects object that crashed into house came from above
WLOS, X, @PLANET4589, CNN, X/@planet4589 By Justin Berger Click here for updates on this story FRANKLIN, North Carolina (WLOS) — A May 23, News 13 report showcasing a large piece of debris, possibly from space, found along a remote trail in Canton caused a stir on social media. This debris was thought to just be
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More space debris? Resident suspects object that crashed into house came from above
By Justin Berger Click here for updates on this story FRANKLIN, North Carolina (WLOS) — A May 23, News 13 report showcasing a large piece of debris, possibly from space, found along a remote trail in Canton caused a stir on social media. This debris was thought to just be a mystery in the mountains
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Ohio senior graduates with college degree before getting high school diploma
By Katie Ussin Click here for updates on this story SHAKER HEIGHTS, Ohio (WEWS) — Shaker Heights senior Dallas Burns already has a college diploma before her high school graduation Wednesday. I spoke with her and her family Monday to learn how that could happen and discover the special motivation that’s been cheering her on.
Continue ReadingStolen classic car restored by Make-A-Wish Foundation is recovered in Michigan
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Authorities in Michigan say they have recovered a stolen classic car that was restored years ago by the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Police got a tip and discovered the 1968 Ford Galaxie in a yard in Ingham County. Joshua Agnello has cystic fibrosis. He says he restored the Galaxie about 18 years ago
Continue ReadingLos CEO ganan casi 200 veces más que sus trabajadores
Belén Liotti (CNN) — Los CEO ganan grandes paquetes salariales a medida que el mercado de valores estadounidense crece. Los patrones siempre ganaron más dinero que los trabajadores. Pero la brecha entre los CEO y los empleados no para de crecer. El CEO promedio del S&P 500 se ganó 196 veces más que el empleado
Continue ReadingNo fowl play! Missing pet bird ends up in the perfect nest
By Darienne DeBrule Click here for updates on this story MILLCREEK, Utah (KSTU) — Everyone’s used to seeing birds hanging out on power lines, but when Colleen Strabala saw one on a power line in her Millcreek backyard Sunday, she knew it wasn’t just your regular pigeon. “We were whistling to it, talking to it,
Continue ReadingExecution date set for Missouri inmate, even as he awaits hearing on claim of actual innocence
By JIM SALTER Associated Press The Missouri Supreme Court has set a Sept. 24 execution date for Marcellus Williams, even as the inmate awaits a court hearing on his innocence claim. The order on Tuesday came hours after it ruled that Gov. Mike Parson was within his rights last year when he dissolved a board
Continue ReadingExecution date set for Missouri inmate, even as he awaits hearing on claim of actual innocence
By JIM SALTER Associated Press The Missouri Supreme Court has set a Sept. 24 execution date for Marcellus Williams, even as the inmate awaits a court hearing on his innocence claim. The order on Tuesday came hours after it ruled that Gov. Mike Parson was within his rights last year when he dissolved a board
Continue ReadingWashington warns of danger from China in remembering the 1989 Tiananmen crackdown
By DIDI TANG Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Members of the U.S. Congress say the ruling Chinese Communist Party that sent in tanks against peaceful student protesters 35 years ago in the heart of Beijing is as ruthless and suppressive today as it was in 1989. It’s a stark warning as lawmakers commemorated the anniversary
Continue ReadingNew Orleans plans to spiff up as host of next year’s Super Bowl
By KEVIN McGILL Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans hosts its 11th Super Bowl next year. And the preparations involve showcasing the city’s heralded architecture, music, food and celebratory culture while addressing its myriad challenges, including crime, homelessness and an antiquated drainage system. Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry joined Mayor LaToya Cantrell and a
Continue ReadingUtah wife, mom shares positive side of federal prison
By April Baker Click here for updates on this story SALT LAKE CITY (KSTU) — On a sunny, spring day in May, Portia Louder of Saratoga Springs revisits a landmark in Salt Lake City that changed the trajectory of her life more than nine years ago. “The last time I was here, I felt very
Continue ReadingIllinois Supreme Court suspends attorney after multiple arrests
By WTHI staff Click here for updates on this story OLNEY, Illinois (WTHI) — The Illinois Supreme Court has suspended a local attorney from practicing law – at least for now. It’s an interim decision while disciplinary proceedings continue. Paul Bishop II is an attorney in Olney, Illinois. A court has questioned Bishop’s fitness to
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Man arrested after five-hour standoff
By Kymmi Amato Click here for updates on this story HUNTINGTON, Indiana (WFFT) — Huntington police arrested a man after a five-hour standoff Monday night. At 9:35 p.m., police received a call about a man with outstanding arrest warrants out of Allen County had been located at a residence on Roche Street. Police went to
Continue ReadingCommunity members shave their heads to raise money for cancer research
By Ashlyn Wright Click here for updates on this story INDIANAPOLIS (WRTV) — Community members of all ages shaved their head on Saturday to show support for the children who lose their hair during cancer treatment. The Broad Ripple Haverford Little League hosted the St. Baldrick’s Foundation head-shaving event with a goal of raising $120,000.
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