CNN By Evan Perez, CNN Justice Correspondent Attorney General Merrick Garland on Wednesday directed federal prosecutors to prioritize cases involving violence on flights amid a sharp increase in assaults and disruptions of airline workers. Garland issued a memo that cites dozens of cases referred by the Federal Aviation Administration to the FBI for investigations of
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By RAMI MUSA Associated Press BENGHAZI, Libya (AP) — Libya’s top electoral body has disqualified the son and onetime heir apparent of the late dictator Moammar Gadhafi from running for president next month, citing his previous convictions. Seif al-Islam Gadhafi’s name appeared on a list of ineligible candidates published Wednesday. He can appeal the decision
Continue ReadingBy Josh Furlong Click here for updates on this story CLEARFIELD, Utah (KSL) — First-year head football coach Don Eck has been fired from Clearfield High following an investigation into an angry voicemail he allegedly left for one of his players. Eck, who also was a physical education teacher at the school, was fired Tuesday
Continue ReadingBy Amanda Becker Click here for updates on this story WAUKESHA, Wisconsin (WDJT) — According to Waukesha County sheriff deputies, people lined up to get their hands on plush K-9 dogs at the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department Tuesday, Nov. 23. Within just six hours, the department sold out of more than 900 dogs. “We’ve had
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LONDON (AP) — The Rugby World Cup appears set to be heading back to Australia in 2027 and the United States is likely next in line for 2031. Australia has been awarded “preferred candidate” status by World Rugby. Australia co-hosted the inaugural Rugby World Cup with New Zealand in 1987 and hosted again in 2003.
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Sol Amaya (CNN) — Keanu Reeves y Winona Ryder pueden ser uno de los “matrimonios” más antiguos de Hollywood. Reeves ha vuelto a hablar de que él y Ryder en realidad están casados, gracias a sacerdotes reales que oficiaron la escena de la boda realizada en Rumania para la película “Drácula de Bram Stoker” de
Continue ReadingBy Web staff Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) — Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney targeted the Pennsylvania legislature Wednesday morning as he and leaders from across the city and state discussed the citywide gun violence issue. The mayor read from a script but got candid before he turned it over. As he
Continue ReadingBy Diane Ako Click here for updates on this story HONOLULU (KITV) — The saying goes, everyone will have experience with caregiving. We either were, are, will be, or will need caregiving at some point in our lives. That’s why a Honolulu woman founded a nonprofit Gimme a Break, whose goal is to care for
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Stocks that traded heavily or had substantial price changes Wednesday: Gap, Nordstrom fall; Deere, Pure Storage rise.
Continue Reading INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — An Indiana appeals court has ruled that a lawsuit filed by a teacher who was fired from his job at a Catholic high school in Indianapolis for being in a same-sex marriage can proceed. An appeals court panel ruled unanimously Tuesday that a Marion County court erred in dismissing Joshua Payne-Elliott’s lawsuit
Continue ReadingBy Tammy Watford Click here for updates on this story WEAVERVILLE, North Carolina (WLOS) — Wrigley, a certified therapy dog, and his owner and Title I assistant Emily McCullough visit North Buncombe Elementary School often. They work with reluctant readers who need more practice and encouragement. McCullough said it’s a great way for students to
Continue Reading By MICHEL SPINGLER and SYLVIA HUI Associated Press CALAIS, France (AP) — At least 31 migrants bound for Britain died when their boat sank in the English Channel, in what France’s interior minister called the biggest tragedy involving migrants on the dangerous crossing to date. Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin said 34 people were believed to
Continue Reading ESTERO, Fla. (AP) — Ben Shungu posted 17 points and hit a deep 3-pointer at the buzzer as Vermont beat Appalachian State 65-63 in the Gulf Coast Showcase. Adrian Delph’s 3-pointer for Appalachian State tied the game at 63 with 16 seconds to play. Following a Mountaineers’ timeout, Shungu dribbled the floor at the top
Continue Reading By DAMIAN J. TROISE and ALEX VEIGA AP Business Writers Stocks ended with scant gains after another wobbly day of trading on Wall Street Wednesday as the market remained unsettled ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. The S&P 500 edged up 0.2%, even as slightly more stocks fell than rose. The index, which set a record
Continue Reading By DAMIAN J. TROISE and ALEX VEIGA AP Business Writers Stocks ended with scant gains after another wobbly day of trading on Wall Street Wednesday as the market remained unsettled ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. The S&P 500 edged up 0.2%, even as slightly more stocks fell than rose. The index, which set a record
Continue ReadingBy Jennifer McLogan Click here for updates on this story BABYLON, New York (WCBS) — New York Attorney General Letitia James is launching an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse at a Long Island high school. As CBS2’s Jennifer McLogan reports, a lawyer, a police officer and a PhD candidate are the latest among multiple
Continue Reading By MICHAEL BALSAMO Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General Merrick Garland is directing U.S. attorneys across the nation to swiftly prioritize prosecution of federal crimes that happen on commercial flights. The directive comes as federal officials face a historic number of investigations into passenger behavior. The Federal Aviation Administration said earlier this month that
Continue Reading By MICHAEL BALSAMO Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General Merrick Garland is directing U.S. attorneys across the nation to swiftly prioritize prosecution of federal crimes that happen on commercial flights. The directive comes as federal officials face a historic number of investigations into passenger behavior. The Federal Aviation Administration said earlier this month that
Continue Reading Alexandra Ferguson (CNN) — Edwina Brocklesby, de 78 años, es una persona que, una vez que la conoces, no la olvidas, y no es por su cabello pelirrojo ni por sus uñas de colores. Apodada la “IronGran”, Brocklesby es la mujer británica de más edad en completar un Ironman: el reto de triatlón más duro
Continue Reading By BRIAN HALL Associated Press EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have sent psychologists to the home of defensive end Everson Griffen. They’ve been working with police on guiding Griffen through an alarming mental health situation. The 12th-year player has been refusing to come out of his house because he feared intruders, according to
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