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By STEVE PEOPLES AP National Political Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) — Memories of the tumultuous 2016 Republican primary hung over the Las Vegas ballroom this weekend during the first major gathering of the party’s potential contenders for the 2024 nomination. No fewer than 10 White House prospects stepped onto the stage to pitch their plans
Continue Reading By TRAVIS LOLLER Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee death row inmate Henry Hodges’ fellow prisoner Jon Hall warned long ago that he was at risk due to severe neglect by prison authorities, having spent three decades in solitary confinement with very little human contact or interaction. In a federal lawsuit Hall filed in
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Leaders across Coachella Valley are reacting to the tragic news many of us woke up to learn: an overnight mass shooting at a gay nightclub has killed at least five and left 18 others hurt in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Sunday morning, leaders throughout the desert area are responding on social media. My heart is with
Continue ReadingBy SUSAN-ELIZABETH LITTLEFIELD Click here for updates on this story MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Imagine going to school, getting a professional degree, then not being able to use that degree because it actually pays too much money. That’s what some Minnesotans with physical disabilities say is their reality. To understand their stories, you have to understand
Continue ReadingBy Radina Gigova and Joshua Berlinger, CNN Powerful explosions rocked the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine this weekend, renewing concerns that fighting so close to the facility could cause a nuclear accident. The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, said that whoever was responsible for the attacks was “playing with
Continue ReadingCNN By Sam Fossum and Sarah Fortinsky, CNN GOP Rep. Adam Kinzinger of Illinois lambasted House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy on Sunday, saying he does not think the California Republican will last long if he’s elected House speaker next year. “I think he has cut so many deals with bad people to get to this
Continue ReadingBy Sam Fossum and Sarah Fortinsky, CNN GOP Rep. Adam Kinzinger of Illinois lambasted House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy on Sunday, saying he does not think the California Republican will last long if he’s elected House speaker next year. “I think he has cut so many deals with bad people to get to this position
Continue ReadingBy SHARDAA GRAY Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — Thanksgiving is just days away, and churches and other organizations are helping fight food insecurity as food costs rise this holiday season. A line at the corner of Marquette and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive extended several blocks as people waited
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By JOHN LEICESTER and HANNA ARHIROVA Associated Press KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Powerful explosions from shelling shook Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region, the site of Europe’s largest nuclear power plant, the global nuclear watchdog said Sunday, calling for “urgent measures to help prevent a nuclear accident” in the Russian-occupied facility. Rafael Mariano Grossi, the director general of
Continue ReadingBy Web Staff Click here for updates on this story DENVER (KCNC) — The Denver Indian Family Resource Center is searching for assistance from the community after its van was stolen and totaled, which was used to serve the community. The organization was targeted by auto thieves as the van was used for non-profit purposes,
Continue ReadingBy Daniella Diaz and Devan Cole, CNN New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, who is poised to succeed Nancy Pelosi as the next Democratic leader in the House, said Sunday that he hasn’t “recently” had a conversation with GOP leader Kevin McCarthy, who is in line to lead the Republican-controlled chamber next year. “I haven’t had
Continue ReadingCNN By Daniella Diaz and Devan Cole, CNN New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, who is poised to succeed Nancy Pelosi as the next Democratic leader in the House, said Sunday that he hasn’t “recently” had a conversation with GOP leader Kevin McCarthy, who is in line to lead the Republican-controlled chamber next year. “I haven’t
Continue ReadingBy Oren Liebermann, CNN China and Russia are driving the US to develop hypersonic weapons faster as the Pentagon seeks to increase the pace of testing and research and avoid falling behind, a senior Navy admiral responsible for US efforts said. “Up until just recently, there hasn’t been a real driver for us to take
Continue ReadingCHANDLER, Ariz. (AP) — Two children are hospitalized after being shot by their father, who then killed himself, Chandler police said Sunday. Police didn’t immediately release the name of the deceased dad or the names and ages of the wounded juveniles who are in stable condition and expected to survive. A police spokesman said the
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By RONALD BLUM AP Sports Writer DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Gareth Bale thought about the significance of Wales reaching the World Cup for the first time since 1958. “Schools are going to stop to watch our games,” he said, beaming. “Kids are going to miss school — fortunately for them. So it’s just one of
Continue ReadingBy Chris Isidore, CNN Business For travelers getting ready to make their first holiday trips since before the pandemic: prepare for sticker shock. Airfares are way up. US gas prices are higher than they’ve ever been at this time of year. Rates for hotel rooms and rental cars have jumped 12% and 46% respectively from
Continue ReadingBy Sandra Gonzalez, CNN The 50th American Music Awards will take place Sunday night. The event celebrates some of the year’s best music and performances, and the winners are voted on by fans. The host Actor, producer and musician Wayne Brady will bring his talents to the stage to helm the event. Performers Viewers can
Continue Reading By THOMAS PEIPERT and JESSE BEDAYN Associated Press COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — A 22-year-old gunman opened fire inside a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs, killing five people and leaving 25 injured before he was subdued by “heroic” patrons and arrested by police who arrived within minutes, authorities said Sunday. Two firearms, including a “long
Continue Reading By JILL LAWLESS Associated Press LONDON (AP) — The British government on Sunday denied a report that it is seeking a “Swiss-style” relationship with the European Union that would remove many of the economic barriers erected by Brexit — even as it tries to improve ties with the bloc after years of acrimony. Health Secretary
Continue Reading By JILL LAWLESS Associated Press LONDON (AP) — The British government on Sunday denied a report that it is seeking a “Swiss-style” relationship with the European Union that would remove many of the economic barriers erected by Brexit — even as it tries to improve ties with the bloc after years of acrimony. Health Secretary
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