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By Celine Alkhaldi and Sophie Tanno, CNN Leading Iranian actor Taraneh Alidoosti posted a picture of herself on Instagram without the mandatory hijab to show support for ongoing anti-government protests that kicked off in Iran nearly two months ago. In the photo, Alidoosti holds a sign that reads “Women, Life, Freedom” in Kurdish, a popular
Continue ReadingBy Heather Leah Click here for updates on this story HARNETT COUNTY, North Carolina (WRAL) — A school bus was surrounded by live power lines, with a large tree blocking the roadway ahead and burning fire along the roadside in Harnett County around 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The school bus, which is numbered 226, was
Continue ReadingBy Jessica Patrick Click here for updates on this story FAYETTEVILLE, North Carolina (WRAL) — A man was arrested Thursday after throwing a woman from a third-floor balcony, police said. Around 1:15 a.m., officers with the Fayetteville Police Department responded to the 900 block of Stewarts Creek Drive, where they saw a man running away.
Continue ReadingBy Angus Watson, CNN A woman allegedly raped by a Sri Lankan World Cup cricketer in Sydney, Australia last week told police she feared for her life during the attack, according to court documents reported by CNN affiliate 7 News. Danushka Gunathilaka faces four charges of sexual intercourse without consent after being arrested by police
Continue ReadingBy Dan Merica and Gregory Krieg, CNN When John Fetterman’s team told him he was going to be Pennsylvania’s next senator late into Election Night, the Democrat laughed. He smirked. Then, struck by the emotional end of a campaign that included a near-fatal stroke just five months ago, Fetterman wept. Soon, he was standing up
Continue ReadingBy Tony Lopez Click here for updates on this story SACRAMENTO, California (KOVR) — A local nonprofit that helps animals is in need of some help after thieves went after their one-of-a-kind truck. That theft is turning out to be a crushing blow to the good work the Sacramento SPCA does because money that could’ve
Continue ReadingBy Carmyn Gutierrez Click here for updates on this story NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WSMV) — A teacher’s assistant has been charged with marijuana possession after police discovered 45 grams of it in his lunchbox. According to Metro Nashville Police Department, officers responded to Murrell School on 322 Cleveland Street for a disorderly student call. Police said
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By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The WNBA will allow coaches to challenge one play a game next season, and the league is also heightening the penalty for transition take fouls. The league announced the changes on Thursday. The league’s competition committee recommended the rules changes and the WNBA Board of
Continue Reading By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The WNBA will allow coaches to challenge one play a game next season, and the league is also heightening the penalty for transition take fouls. The league announced the changes on Thursday. The league’s competition committee recommended the rules changes and the WNBA Board of
Continue ReadingBy Danielle Jackson Click here for updates on this story NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WSMV) — More than a million Tennesseans voted in favor to amend the state constitution to remove language that allows the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a criminal punishment on Tuesday. The change is a victory for some, including Jeremy White,
Continue ReadingBy Melanie Johnson Click here for updates on this story ST. LOUIS, Missouri (KMOV) — A local nonprofit organization tells News 4 that despite numerous attempts to bring a mental health resource center to the St. Louis Public Schools, their attempts have been unsuccessful. “When we look at the trauma that’s going on right now
Continue ReadingBy Kevin Liptak, CNN The Biden administration will propose a rule this week requiring large federal contractors to develop carbon reduction targets and disclose their greenhouse gas emissions, leveraging the federal government’s purchasing power to combat climate change in the private sector and bolster vulnerable supply chains. President Joe Biden is expected to highlight the
Continue ReadingBy Jim Sciutto, Chief National Security Correspondent The US observed Russian naval vessels preparing for a possible test of a new nuclear-powered torpedo in recent weeks, a senior US official with direct knowledge told CNN. Among the vessels which took part in the preparations was the Belgorod, a cruise missile submarine modified for special operations
Continue ReadingBy Jenna Rae Click here for updates on this story PACIFIC, Missouri (KMOV) — We’re learning more about an ongoing drug problem inside prisons across Missouri. Last month, we told you about a new Missouri Department of Corrections initiative to stop drugs from getting into facilities. Advocacy groups argue those steps aren’t working. Now, DOC
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By MATT OTT AP Business Writer Wall Street looks set to jump Thursday after a government report showed inflation eased by even more than economists expected last month. Futures for U.S. stock indexes surged 2% or more, indicating a big increase once trading begins, while Treasury yields fell dramatically as bond markets relaxed. Even bitcoin
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By MATT OTT AP Business Writer Wall Street looks set to jump Thursday after a government report showed inflation eased by even more than economists expected last month. Futures for U.S. stock indexes surged 2% or more, indicating a big increase once trading begins, while Treasury yields fell dramatically as bond markets relaxed. Even bitcoin
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The 2022 Margaritaville USA Pickleball National Championships are underway at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. The event started on November 5th and ends on November 13th. A historic tournament this year, this is the largest combined men’s and women’s tournament in the world, including the very best the sport has to offer. New favorite athlete
Continue Reading DETROIT (AP) — General Motors is recalling nearly 340,000 big SUVs in the U.S. because their daytime running lights may not shut off when the regular headlights are on. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says in documents poste on its website Thursday that having both lights on at the same time could cause glare
Continue Reading DETROIT (AP) — General Motors is recalling nearly 340,000 big SUVs in the U.S. because their daytime running lights may not shut off when the regular headlights are on. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says in documents poste on its website Thursday that having both lights on at the same time could cause glare
Continue Reading By MATT OTT AP Business Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans applying for jobless benefits rose slightly last week, but the labor market remains healthy despite job cuts that have begun to spread across industries most affected by soaring interest rates, such as housing and technology. Unemployment claims for the week ending Nov.
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