COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray said during a news conference Tuesday that he will seek the death penalty against Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old from Utah accused of killing Charlie Kirk with a single shot from a high-powered rifle. Charges include aggravated murder, obstruction of justice, witness tampering and committing a violent offense
Continue ReadingBy Alexandra Skores, CNN Washington (CNN) — The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating after a “green laser” targeted planes at Boston Logan International Airport Monday night. “Departure, American 4580. Just got lit up by a green laser off our right. It’s still going off,” the pilot of the American Airlines regional jet, operated by Republic
Continue ReadingBy Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Credit scores are falling at the fastest pace since the Great Recession, according to new data. Part of the reason? Americans are struggling to keep up with the high cost of living and the return of student debt payments. Here’s what else you might have
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By Matt Stiles and Gillian Roberts, CNN (CNN) — Charlie Kirk’s suspected killer, Tyler Robinson, allegedly texted his roommate the day of the shooting and discussed his rifle, possible motive and other details on the planning surrounding the event, according to charging documents released by Utah County officials on Tuesday. Robinson’s roommate told police about
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Each of Missouri’s U.S. senators is asking the Trump administration to make Fort Leonard Wood in Pulaski County an ICE training center. Sen. Josh Hawley sent a letter last week to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem highlighting the fort as a potential training spot for immigration agents. “To facilitate the swift and
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A man was charged on Tuesday after he allegedly led law enforcement on a chase throughout Columbia. Kyshawn Harris, 19, of Columbia, was charged with aggravated fleeing. He is being held at the Boone County Jail without bond, though a mugshot was not immediately available. A court date has not been set.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Two people were injured in a crash that led to traffic becoming blocked Tuesday afternoon on eastbound Interstate 70 outside of Columbia. The MoDOT Traveler’s Map lists eastbound I-70 near the Midway exit as closed due to a crash. Assistant Boone County Fire Protection District chief Gale Blomenkamp tells ABC 17 News
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By Michael Rios, Duarte Mendonca, CNN (CNN) — Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro was taken to hospital on Tuesday after feeling unwell, his eldest son, Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, said on X. The former leader was suffering a severe bout of hiccups, vomiting and low blood pressure, according to his son. “I ask for everyone’s prayers
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By Oren Liebermann, CNN Jerusalem (CNN) — Israel said it launched an expanded ground assault on Gaza City on Tuesday in defiance of international condemnation, as Palestinians fled the enclave’s largest urban area in waves amid escalating bombardment. The long-anticipated incursion began on the outskirts of the city, Israeli officials said, where Israel’s military has
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By Chris Boyette, Aditi Sangal, Michelle Watson, Tori B. Powell, Maureen Chowdhury PROVO, UTAH — Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, appeared virtually for his first court hearing since he was formally charged with aggravated murder on September 16. Judge Tony F. Graf said Tuesday that Tyler Robinson, the
Continue Reading CNN By Chris Boyette, Aditi Sangal, Michelle Watson, Tori B. Powell, Maureen Chowdhury PROVO, UTAH — Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, appeared virtually for his first court hearing since he was formally charged with aggravated murder on September 16. Judge Tony F. Graf said Tuesday that Tyler Robinson,
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of musician Taylor Swift. Personal Birth date: December 13, 1989 Birth place: West Reading, Pennsylvania Birth name: Taylor Alison Swift Father: Scott Swift, financial advisor Mother: Andrea Swift, marketing executive Other Facts Her fans are known as Swifties. She grew up on a Christmas
Continue ReadingBy Rafael Romo, CNN (CNN) — A Chilean woman whose twin daughters were stolen from her in 1979 has reunited with them for the first time in four-and-a-half decades. The emotional reunion between María Verónica Soto, 64, and her daughters Maria Beatrice and Adelia Rose Mereu Chessa took place in the Chilean city of Concepción,
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The 3-0 Missouri Tigers are getting ready to host South Carolina on Faurot Field on Saturday. The game kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Coach Eli Drinkwitz and key players took questions from reporters on Tuesday afternoon.
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Editor’s note: Language in this article have been clarified. COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A St. James man was charged Tuesday with child endangerment in a 2022 incident in a backyard swimming pool. The Phelps County prosecutor charged Carl E. Swanson on Tuesday with a single count of child endangerment resulting in serious injuries, a Class B
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Jefferson City man accused of murdering the mother of his child no longer wishes to represent himself in his criminal trial, he told a judge Tuesday. Sergio Sayles, 39, is charged with first-degree murder, armed criminal action, tampering with evidence and first-degree stalking in the 2023 death of Jasmine King.
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By Dakin Andone, Lauren del Valle, Kara Scannell, CNN (CNN) — The Manhattan district attorney’s terrorism case against Luigi Mangione fell apart on Tuesday, as a New York judge found the evidence had not established he committed a terroristic act by allegedly killing UnitedHealthcare’s CEO. The decision to dismiss the two top charges against Mangione
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) An 18-year-old Mexico man was seriously hurt after a crash in Audrain County, according to a crash report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The report states the man was driving a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado south on Highway 15 near Audrain Road 355 when he crossed the center line. A 66-year-old Mexico
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By Aaron Cooper, CNN Newark Liberty International Airport (CNN) — United Airlines has completed an “operational turnaround” at Newark Liberty International Airport after air traffic control problems and construction led to thousands of canceled flights earlier this year. “When the going gets tough, Newark gets going,” John Gooda, vice-president of the United Newark Hub, told
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