Month: May 2023
Georgia GOP chairman says he was just following orders from Trump lawyers
By Zachary Cohen and Sara Murray, CNN Lawyers representing David Shafer, the embattled chairman of the Georgia Republican Party, are arguing their client should not be charged with any crimes for his actions following the 2020 election because he was following advice provided by attorneys working for former President Donald Trump, according to a letter
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Oakland 2nd California diocese to seek bankruptcy over abuse
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — The Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland filed for bankruptcy Monday due to hundreds of new child sex abuse claims, becoming the second diocese in California to do so. The San Francisco Bay Area diocese faces more than 330 lawsuits brought under a California law allowing claims that would have otherwise expired,
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Gabby Petito’s parents allege Brian Laundrie’s mother wrote about ‘baking a cake with a shiv in it’ should he go to prison, in court filing
By Jean Casarez and Zoe Sottile, CNN Gabby Petito’s parents are continuing to ask a Florida judge to order Brian Laundrie’s mother to turn over an undated letter she wrote to her son that was in his backpack when his body was found, alleging it references “baking a cake with a shiv in it should
Continue Reading Barbara Kingsolver, Hernan Diaz win fiction Pulitzer Prizes
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The Pulitzer Prize for fiction was awarded Monday to two class-conscious novels: “Demon Copperhead,” Barbara Kingsolver’s modern recasting of the Dickens classic “David Copperfield,” and Hernan Diaz’s “Trust,” an innovative narrative of wealth and deceit set in 1920s New York. It’s the first time the
Continue Reading Arizona governor frustrated with feds as Title 42 end looms
By TERRY TANG Associated Press PHOENIX (AP) — With pandemic-related asylum restrictions set to end later this week, the federal government has failed to deliver a satisfactory plan to address an anticipated influx of migrants, Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs said Monday as she called on the White House to deliver more funds for border communities.
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Denver police launch “Project 529” to help bicycle owners get back stolen property
By CBS Colorado Staff Click here for updates on this story DENVER (KCNC) — Denver police are launching “Project 529” which is a program to help bicycle owners get back their stolen property. Last year, more than 400 bicycles recovered in Denver were not claimed by their owners. Police say it’s because they weren’t registered
Continue Reading Barbara Kingsolver, Hernan Diaz share fiction Pulitzer Prize
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The Pulitzer Prize for fiction was awarded Monday to two class-conscious novels: “Demon Copperhead,” Barbara Kingsolver’s modern recasting of the Dickens classic “David Copperfield,” and Hernan Diaz’s “Trust,” an innovative narrative of wealth and deceit set in 1920s New York. Beverly Gage’s “G-Man,” her widely
Continue ReadingDark moments on Golden Gate Bridge led to life transforming medical procedure
By Sara Donchey and Molly McCrea Click here for updates on this story SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX) — You never know what life is going to throw in your path. Just ask Debbie Menzies. Four years ago, Menzies found herself at the Golden Gate Bridge, intending to die by suicide, but what happened next was totally
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Teachers earn $67K on average. Is push for raises too late?
By MARC LEVY Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — As schools across the country struggle to find teachers to hire, more governors are pushing for pay increases, bonuses and other perks for the beleaguered profession — with some vowing to beat out other states competing for educators. Already in 2023, governors in Georgia and Arkansas
Continue Reading Maybe investors shouldn’t worry about Buffett’s successor
By JOSH FUNK AP Business Writer OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Many investors worry about the future of Berkshire Hathaway after its legendary CEO Warren Buffett is gone, but most of the conglomerate’s companies have already made the transition to reporting to the man who will eventually replace the 92-year-old. Buffett himself and executives at Berkshire
Continue Reading Disney updates lawsuit against DeSantis to add new events
By MIKE SCHNEIDER Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Disney on Monday amended its free speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis to add recent developments in the tit-for-tat fight between the entertainment giant and the Florida governor, such as a new law granting the state unprecedented authority to inspect a monorail system at Disney World.
Continue Reading Disney updates lawsuit against DeSantis to add new events
By MIKE SCHNEIDER Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Disney on Monday amended its free speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis to add recent developments in the tit-for-tat fight between the entertainment giant and the Florida governor, such as a new law granting the state unprecedented authority to inspect a monorail system at Disney World.
Continue ReadingIraq War veteran graduates from college after battling PTSD, addiction and homelessness
By Jenna Bree Click here for updates on this story SALT LAKE CITY (KSTU) — Choice Kinchen was among the first U.S. soldiers to cross the border into Iraq in March of 2003. “I’m sure most people would remember the statute of Saddam when he came down,” he said. “I was actually around the corner.
Continue ReadingWife of Utah truck accident victim learns she’s pregnant with 3rd child after husband’s tragic death
By Spencer Burt , Chris Arnold Click here for updates on this story SANTAQUIN, Utah (KSTU) — In an unexpected twist to a tragic incident, the wife of a Utah man who died Saturday learned that she’s pregnant with their third child. Saturday afternoon in Santaquin, a man and a woman were run over by
Continue Reading Banks report tougher credit standards in wake of failures
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — A Federal Reserve report shows that banks raised their lending standards for business and consumer loans in the aftermath of three large bank failures. It’s a trend that could slow the economy in coming months. The report, known as the senior loan officers survey, asked banks
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Banks report tougher credit standards in wake of failures
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — A Federal Reserve report shows that banks raised their lending standards for business and consumer loans in the aftermath of three large bank failures. It’s a trend that could slow the economy in coming months. The report, known as the senior loan officers survey, asked banks
Continue Reading Banco Itau: Q1 Earnings Snapshot
SAO PAULO — Banco Itau: Q1 Earnings Snapshot
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