Month: September 2023
Outrage intensifies over New Mexico governor’s temporary gun ban as sheriff vows not to enforce it
By SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Federal lawsuits, cries for impeachment and outside protests. Democratic New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said she would welcome a fight after announcing an emergency order to suspend the right to carry firearms in most public places around Albuquerque. That’s exactly what she’s getting. Since
Continue ReadingAaron Rodgers hurts ankle in first series for Jets, is carted off sideline and ruled out of game
By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. AP Pro Football Writer EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers’ debut with the New York Jets lasted just four snaps. And now the four-time MVP and a shell-shocked fanbase will have to see how long he might be sidelined. Rodgers injured his left ankle when he was sacked by Buffalo’s
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Gina Nestande’s double duty: Palm Desert councilwoman juggles roles in two states
New questions are being raised about Palm Desert city councilmember Gina Nestande’s role as a realtor in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and whether she is breaking any rules splitting time between the Sunshine State and the Golden State. A Facebook page created in April of this year identifies Gina Nestande as a “South Florida realtor” affiliated
Continue ReadingUAW president says auto strike would hurt mostly ‘billionaire class’
By Chris Isidore, CNN New York (CNN) — United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain denied Monday the broad economy will be hurt if his union goes on strike against the nation’s three unionized automakers as soon as this week, saying the only ones that will be hurt by a work stoppage is are the “billionaire
Continue ReadingAutoworkers strike deadline nears as negotiators rush to avoid historic walkout
CNN By Chris Isidore and Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Detroit (CNN) — With less than a day to go before labor contracts expire at General Motors, Ford and Stellantis, the only certainty is that all 145,000 United Auto Workers at those companies will not strike on Friday. But there’s a good chance at least some of
Continue ReadingFlooding in Libya leaves 2,000 people feared dead and more missing after storm collapsed dams
By SAMY MAGDY Associated Press CAIRO (AP) — Mediterranean storm Daniel caused devastating floods in Libya that broke dams and swept away entire neighborhoods in multiple coastal towns in the east of the North African nation. As many as 2,000 people were feared dead, one of the country’s leaders said Monday. The destruction appeared greatest
Continue ReadingWhat to know about the successful rescue of a US researcher who was trapped in a deep Turkish cave
By SUZAN FRASER Associated Press ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — A major rescue operation in Turkey’s Taurus Mountains succeeded in bringing out an American researcher who fell seriously ill nine days ago at a depth of some 1,000 meters (3,000 feet) from the entrance of one of the world’s deepest caves. An experienced cave rescuer himself,
Continue ReadingAaron Rodgers carted from sideline after suffering ankle injury in his first series for Jets
By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. AP Pro Football Writer EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers was injured on his fourth snap in his debut with the New York Jets, needing to be carted from the sideline with an ankle injury Monday night. Rodgers was sacked by Buffalo’s Leonard Floyd and sat on the MetLife Stadium
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US Open: Novak Djokovic supera a Daniil Medvedev en tres sets y reclama un histórico título 24 de Grand Slam
Luis Ernesto Quintana Barney (CNN) — El tenista No. 2 del mundo, Novak Djokovic, se consolida aún más como uno de los mejores tenistas de todos los tiempos después de lograr el domingo el título número 24 de Grand Slam de su carrera, igualando el récord de Margaret Court. En una revancha de la final
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Hurricane Lee’s size continues to increase in the Atlantic ahead of pivotal turn
CNN By Eric Zerkel, Robert Shackelford and Jason Hanna, CNN (CNN) — Hurricane Lee increased in size late Monday in the Atlantic and still is expected to grow significantly this week, forecasters say – growth that will help determine the extent of its impact on the US Northeast, Bermuda and Canada. Lee, a Category 3
Continue ReadingSarah Burton, who designed Kate’s royal wedding dress, to step down from Alexander McQueen
LONDON (AP) — The fashion designer who created the wedding dress of Kate, the Princess of Wales, is stepping down as creative director at Alexander McQueen after two decades at the brand, luxury group Kering said Monday. Designer Sarah Burton had led the fashion house since 2010 and previously worked with the brand’s founder, Lee
Continue ReadingEarthquake robbed Moroccan villagers of almost everything — loved ones, homes and possessions
By SAM METZ and MOSA’AB ELSHAMY Associated Press TAFEGHAGHTE, Morocco (AP) — His dead relatives have been dug out and buried, but the remnants of Musa Bouissirfane’s former life are still trapped under rubble and dust in the ruins of the mud-brick Moroccan village of Tafeghaghte. “It’s incredibly challenging to lose your entire family and
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FIND Food Bank hosting Emergency Mobile Market Distribution at Panorama Park for residents impacted by Hilary
The FIND Food Bank will be having an Emergency Mobile Market Distribution for those who were affected by Tropical Storm Hilary. The non-profit will be distributing dry goods and water support for locals who have been without power. Distribution Information : Location: Panorama ParkAddress: 28905 Avenida Maravilla, Cathedral City, CA 92234Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023Time:
Continue ReadingTrump asks judge to dismiss Georgia election subversion charges against him
By Katelyn Polantz, Senior Reporter, Crime and Justice (CNN) — Former President Donald Trump is asking a court to dismiss several criminal charges against him in the Georgia 2020 election interference case. His filings on Monday are Trump’s opening salvo of legal arguments to challenge the state-level charges. The filings indicate Trump wants to adopt
Continue Reading Rescatan a 29 pasajeros que naufragaron en Galápagos
macamilarincon (CNN Español) –– Miembros de las Fuerzas Armadas de Ecuador rescataron en las islas Galápagos a 29 personas que naufragaron en altamar este lunes, informó en un comunicado el Servicio Integrado de Seguridad ECU 911. La entidad dijo a CNN que, según la información preliminar, entre los pasajeros había turistas y habitantes locales. La
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Julio Urías’ locker has been removed from Dodger Stadium, and murals featuring the pitcher are gone
By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Julio Urías’ locker has been removed from the Los Angeles Dodgers’ clubhouse, and two murals featuring the World Series-winning pitcher have been covered up at Dodger Stadium ahead of the team’s homestand this week. Urías is on indefinite administrative leave after he was arrested Sept.
Continue ReadingEvidence insufficient to charge BTK killer in Oklahoma cold case, prosecutor says
PAWNEE, Okla. (AP) — An Oklahoma prosecutor says there’s insufficient evidence to charge the BTK serial killer in the 1976 disappearance of a 16-year-old girl despite statements from law enforcement officials calling him a prime suspect. District Attorney Mike Fisher said Monday he’s not at a point where he could file charges against Dennis Rader
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California lawmakers vote to end travel ban to states with anti-LGBTQ+ laws
By TRÂN NGUYỄN Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California may soon lift a ban on state-funded travel to states with anti-LGBTQ+ laws and instead focus on an advertising campaign to bring anti-discrimination messages to red states. California started banning official travel to states with laws it deemed discriminatory against LGBTQ+ people in 2017, starting
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