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- USSacramento Bee
Pelicans return to breed on island in Utah for the first time since 1943. Why?
The large birds ditched their nesting colony on another island last year, wildlife officials said.
2 min read - USBaltimore Sun
Advocates, historians urge rethinking Key Bridge name ‘for generations yet unborn’
BALTIMORE — The future rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge will create an opportunity for Maryland to rethink what it stands for, some advocates, legislators and historians say. Local, state and federal officials have already vowed to rebuild the steel structure that once spanned the Baltimore skyline and collapsed March 26 when the cargo ship Dali crashed into it in the early morning ...
7 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Maddow Blog | Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 5.7.24
Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.
2 min read - USAlbert Lea Tribune, Minn.
Vehicle broken into and other reports
May 7—Police received a report at 7:53 p.m. Monday of a vehicle that was broken into sometime between 4:45 and 5:45 p.m. in the public parking lot at St. Mary Avenue and William Street. 1 arrested on A&D hold Deputies arrested Eh Wah Htoo, 19, on an arrest and detain hold at 10 a.m. Monday at 411 S. Broadway for an alleged probation violation. 1 arrested on restraining order violation Police ...
2 min read - USCBS News
Drake's security guard injured in shooting at rapper's home, police say
The shooting comes amid a rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, but police said they could not speak to a motive at this stage of the investigation.
1 min read - USHilton Head Island Packet
Fact Check: Can Daufuskie ferry operator ban island residents from riding? Has it happened?
Lowcountry Ferry, which Beaufort County contracts to run the ferry service between Daufuskie and Hilton Head Islands, embarks from a public dock on Pinckney Island.
3 min read - USCharlotte Observer
Public invited to line procession route for officer killed in Charlotte shooting
The funeral service for Alden Elliott will be private, but his family invited the public to pay their respects during U.S. 70 procession.
1 min read - USLexington Herald-Leader
Buy a Powerball ticket lately? 3 sold in Kentucky for Saturday drawing are worth $50K
Retailers in three cities sold tickets worth $50,000 each.
2 min read - USKansas City Star
13-year-old boys caught stealing two cars in a single day, Illinois police say
The teens were arrested, police said.
1 min read - USFort Worth Star-Telegram
3rd student charged in connection to ‘violent’ attack plan at North Texas middle school
An armed security guard will be on campus at Wilson Middle School for the remainder of the school year.
2 min read - LifestyleFort Worth Star-Telegram
Whataburger debuts new milkshake, but it won’t stick around. When can you get it?
Here’s when the hand-spun treat hits menus.
- PoliticsPolitico
Foxx renews calls for Cardona’s resignation
The education secretary’s appeared before the House education committee on Tuesday.
2 min read - CelebrityPolitico
From porn star to prosecution’s key witness: The evolution of Stormy Daniels
Trump, in a now deleted social media post, appeared furious that she was taking the stand.
4 min read - OpinionThe New Republic
Top New York Times Editor Offers Stunning Defense of Coverage of Trump
Why asking our media to get it right on Trump’s threat to democracy is not remotely the same as being in the tank for Biden
10 min read - USSouth Florida Sun Sentinel
‘I feel like I’m working for Mrs. Stranahan’: Why the 84-year-old groundskeeper of Fort Lauderdale’s oldest house refuses to retire
FORT LAUDERDALE — Along the busy Riverwalk sits a piece of Fort Lauderdale’s history in the shadow of high-rises, and inside of it, the 84-year-old caretaker who keeps it alive. On any given day the dog walkers and tourists, yacht partiers and lawyers can see him on the old house’s balcony, varnishing a door, or in the garden, trimming a bougainvillea. If they try to talk to John Della-Cerra, ...
12 min read - BusinessThe Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Settlement over Liquor Commission lawsuit is rejected
May 7—Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? to continue reading. Get unlimited access From as low as $12.95 /mo. An offer by the city to settle a 2021 federal lawsuit alleging anti-gay discrimination by investigators working for the Honolulu Liquor Commission has been rejected. James D. DiPasquale, the attorney ...
5 min read - USWFTV
FHP: Orlando man killed in fiery crash on Florida’s Turnpike
An Orlando man was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Florida’s Turnpike late Monday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
1 min read - WorldReuters
US probe finds widespread sexual misconduct at FDIC, sources say
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation must make sweeping changes to address widespread sexual harassment and other misconduct, an independent report commissioned by the top bank regulator found, according to two sources familiar with the matter. More than 500 individuals reported instances of misconduct at the agency, most of them current FDIC employees, according to the people who have seen the report, which was authored by law firm Cleary Gottlieb following a five-month investigation. Cl
2 min read - USThe Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Notices of Maui homeless sweep lacking information cited by state Supreme Court
May 7—1/2 Swipe or click to see more COURTESY DLNR The state Department of Land and Natural Resources continues to sweep a homeless encampment of about 50 people at Maui's Kahului Boat Harbor, resulting in the arrest of one of the occupants. 2/2 Swipe or click to see more COURTESY DLNR The state Department of Land and Natural Resources continues to sweep a homeless encampment of about 50 ...
5 min read - BusinessTallahassee Democrat
FAMU donor, CEO speaks out after skepticism around record $237 million donation
As excitement ran into online disbelief regarding a recent record $237 million gift to Florida A&M University, donor and CEO Gregory Gerami says he doesn't understand the doubt.
11 min read - USThe Elkhart Truth, Ind.
12 months probation for violating probation in murder case
GOSHEN — A Goshen woman received a 12-month suspended sentence after admitting to a probation violation while serving time for a murder conviction. Stacy Orue, 53, was convicted in 2005 for her involvement in the fatal robbery of Gwendolyn Hunt on May 19, 2003. Co-defendants Kelly Thomas and Kevin Taylor were also found guilty and received 65-year prison terms. Orue is serving time on ...
2 min read - USThe Elkhart Truth, Ind.
County appropriates $1.8M for sewer project
GOSHEN — County officials voted to draw on state funding to help pay for a sewer collection system north of Nappanee. The Elkhart County Board of Commissioners on Monday approved a $1.875 million appropriation toward the cost of the Foraker-Southwest wastewater project. The allocation of State Water Infrastructure Funds helps cover the $10.8 million construction bid that was received in ...
2 min read - PoliticsSalon
"You remind me of my daughter": Stormy Daniels testifies that Trump compared her to Ivanka
Trump also assured Daniels that he and Melania didn't “even sleep in the same room," she testified
2 min read - USAlamogordo Daily News
One mobile home burned in the Oakmont Fire; Blaze now down to 65 acres
The Oakmont Fire is now contained to 65 acres and is 30% contained.
1 min read - USBradenton Herald
Myakka City’s Dakin Dairy Farms sells to new owners. It’s ‘good news’ for the family
“We are excited and the community has been super excited,” one of the new owners said.
3 min read - USMaine Morning Star
Sec. of State reminds Mainers that REAL ID enforcement begins in one year
Starting a year from today, U.S. travelers boarding domestic flights will need to provide a REAL ID, a valid passport or passport card, or another federally-issued form of identification, the Maine Secretary of State’s Office said Tuesday. The requirement is due to the REAL ID Act, which was signed into law back in 2005 in […] The post Sec. of State reminds Mainers that REAL ID enforcement begins in one year appeared first on Maine Morning Star.
3 min read - USWHIO
Woman accused of causing crash that killed local father, injured his wife and children indicted
A woman accused of causing a crash that killed a Yellow Springs father and injured his wife and children has been formally charged.
1 min read - BusinessMiami Herald
Recalled candy sold at Walmart, Target, Dollar General and Hy-Vee might have salmonella
At least 17 states are involved in this recall, which could be the first of many as the potential problem comes from an ingredient supplier.
2 min read - USThe Courier & Press
NWS updates severe weather forecast for Tuesday, Wednesday
Severe weather is looking like a good bet Tuesday and Wednesday in the Tri-State.
2 min read - USThe Abilene Reporter-News
Missing infant found in Abilene after man wanted by FBI arrested in the city
A manhunt has ended after Abilene police arrested a man wanted in connection with a double homicide and kidnapping in New Mexico.
4 min read - USDeseret News
Attempted church shooting caught on camera during livestream of worship service
The Rev. Glenn Germany of Jesus’ Dwelling Place Church has credited God with saving his life.
2 min read - USLubbock Avalanche-Journal
Seth Herman of Midland named sole finalist for Lubbock police chief
On Tuesday, the City of Lubbock announced Midland Police Chief Seth Herman was chosen as the sole finalist for Lubbock police chief after Chief Floyd Mitchell resigned in September.
1 min read - WorldAFP
Misleading post uses old pictures to claim Nigerian state government failed to renovate school
A supporter of Nigerian opposition leader Peter Obi recently shared photos he alleges show the current state of a public school in Nigeria’s economic capital, Lagos. But AFP Fact Check found that the claim is misleading as the photos were taken in 2017 and 2019. The school mentioned in the claim has since been renovated by the state government. Moreover, one of the images used in the misleading post depicts an unrelated building.
4 min read - USSacramento Bee
Hiker spotted dehydrated dog’s ‘bright eyes’ in Arizona dirt. Now she needs a home
“At 2 years old, I’ve mastered the art of tail wagging and giving sloppy kisses.”
2 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Arrest made in connection to death of 15-year-old girl who passed out at Dunwoody High School
Her sister said that she recently learned that her sister had been buying Percocet from an unidentified classmate.
1 min read - USStar News
Cape Fear Memorial Bridge project concludes ahead of schedule, reopens this week
North Carolina Department of Transportation officials announced Tuesday the bridge will reopen Wednesday.
2 min read - USNC Newsline
At urging of NC Chamber, some environmental commission members want to delay PFAS rules
At least two members of the state Environmental Management Commission are stalling proposed rules that would limit the amount of toxic PFAS in groundwater, according to a letter from the Secretary of the Environment Elizabeth Biser. And their objections mirror those of the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce, which is also opposing the standards, not […] The post At urging of NC Chamber, some environmental commission members want to delay PFAS rules appeared first on NC Newsline.
5 min read - USThe Des Moines Register
Minor river flooding closing some Des Moines streets, parks
The Raccoon and Des Moines rivers are expected to overflow their banks Tuesday before receding starting on Wednesday.
2 min read - BusinessOdessa American, Texas
Emphasis on safety earns TXOGA Workers' Compensation Safety Group members $3.84 million dividend from Texas Mutual
May 7—AUSTIN — The Texas Oil and Gas Association's Workers' Compensation Safety Group announced Tuesday that member companies collectively earned $3.84 million in dividends from Texas Mutual Insurance Company for prioritizing workplace safety and keeping the group's loss ratio low. Texas Mutual is a policyholder-owned company that recognizes policyholders' successful safety records through ...
2 min read - USTampa Bay Times, St. Petersburg, Fla.
St Petersburg YMCA could be transformed into mixed-use development
Retail, apartments and more could be added to the site of the Jim & Heather Gills YMCA in St. Petersburg if the city approves a plan to redevelop the more than 4.5-acre property. The project, dubbed “Whitney Village”, will be headed up by local firm, Blake Investment Partners, and South Carolina-based Greystar Real Estate Partners, according to a Monday news release from the YMCA of Greater ...
2 min read - USBelleville News-Democrat
What can homeowners associations enforce in Illinois? Here’s what state law allows
Feel like you’ve been unfairly fined by your HOA? These are your next steps.
3 min read - USOdessa American, Texas
TxDOT issues I-20 traffic alert
May 7—The Texas Department of Transportation issued a traffic alert Tuesday for I-20 in Midland County. The westbound right lane on I-20 between Midland Drive and Loop 250 will be closed Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The construction team is removing concrete barrier. Watch for slow moving traffic in this work zone. Expect delays or use an alternate route if possible. Know Before You Go: Use ...
- LifestyleOdessa American, Texas
UTPB undergoing academic 'transformation'
May 7—University of Texas Permian Basin is undergoing an academic transformation to promote more collaboration and cooperation between academic areas. Raj Dakshinamurthy, Provost/Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, said the plan has been approved by the faculty and President Sandra Woodley. This will include adding programs into existing colleges, such as the College of Health Sciences ...
2 min read - ScienceNBC News
Boeing forced to scrub first crewed Starliner launch to the space station
Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft blasted off with NASA astronauts onboard for the first time on Monday, kicking off a high-stakes test flight to the space station.
2 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Stormy Daniels set to testify in Trump's hush money cover-up trial
Stormy Daniels is set to testify Tuesday in Donald Trump’s New York criminal case, NBC News reports.
2 min read - USThe News Leader
News Leader reporters recognized at Virginia Press Association's annual awards celebration
Reporters took home multiple awards from the Virginia Press Association's annual awards banquet.
5 min read - USKansas City Star
Lottery winner thought he was dreaming after checking numbers at 2:30 a.m. It was real
“It really was hard to know if I was dreaming or if I had really won big because it was the middle of the night,” he told Michigan officials.
1 min read - USMiami Herald
15-year-old forced into ‘servitude’ escapes accused sex traffickers, Georgia cops say
The teen had been missing for more than two months, Atlanta police said.
2 min read - USWHIO
Coroner ID’s person who fell from stands at Ohio Stadium during commencement ceremony
The person killed after falling at Ohio Stadium during the university’s spring commencement ceremony Sunday afternoon has been identified.
1 min read - WorldThe Progress-Index
Petersburg chooses Illinois firm to steer search for next school superintendent
BWP Associates will outline the process at the next School Board meeting May 15. Applications will be accepted through June 16.
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