Month: December 2023
Kenyan cult leader sentenced to 18 months for film violations but still not charged over mass graves
By EMMANUEL IGUNZA Associated Press NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The leader of a doomsday cult in Kenya has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for the illegal distribution of films and operating a film studio without licenses. The senior magistrate in the city of Malindi, handed down the sentence for Paul Mackenzie, who had
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Indio Mayor Oscar Ortiz plans challenge to Rep. Raul Ruiz in 2024
Federal Election Commission filings obtained by News Channel 3 show Oscar Ortiz of Indio intends to run for United States Congress next year, in a direct challenge with fellow Democrat and incumbent Congressmember Dr. Raul Ruiz. Ortiz told News Channel 3 Friday morning that he believes people in California’s District 25 are “ready for new
Continue ReadingChargers linebacker Khalil Mack more focused on winning than having a career year
By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Khalil Mack is on pace for a career year and on the verge of reaching 100 career sacks. It hardly matters for the Los Angeles Chargers outside linebacker. “I’m just trying to win some games. That’s the only thing I can focus on and
Continue ReadingFlu is on the rise while RSV infections may be peaking, US health officials say
By MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Flu is picking up steam while RSV lung infections that can hit kids and older people hard may be peaking, U.S. health officials said Friday. COVID-19, though, continues to cause the most hospitalizations and deaths among respiratory illnesses — about 15,000 hospitalizations and about 1,000
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Estos minirobots vivos fabricados con células humanas sorprenden a los científicos
Valeria Ordóñez (CNN) — Un grupo de científicos creó robots vivos en miniatura a partir de células humanas que pueden moverse en una placa de laboratorio y, algún día, podrían ayudar a curar heridas o tejidos dañados, según señaló un nuevo estudio. Un equipo de la Universidad de Tufts y del Instituto Wyss de la
Continue ReadingFormer incarcerated man behind ‘Batson vs Kentucky’ ruling shares message to JCPS students
By Shaquille Lord Click here for updates on this story LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (WLKY) — Students at Central High School on Thursday learned how one Louisville man’s criminal case changed how juries would be selected in cases across the country. James Batson can be seen preaching to the younger generation the importance of staying on the
Continue ReadingEmployees carjacked in hospital parking lot in two separate incidents
By Khiree Stewart Click here for updates on this story BALTIMORE, Maryland (WBAL) — Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital is increasing security after two employees were carjacked within hours of each other outside the building. Hospital officials confirmed Thursday that the incidents took place in the parking lot. One happened Thursday morning, the other Wednesday evening.
Continue ReadingSouth Korea launches its first spy satellite after rival North Korea does the same
VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. (AP) — South Korea launched its first military spy satellite into space Friday, a little over a week after North Korea claimed to put its own spy satellite into orbit for the first time as tensions rise between the rivals. Launched from California’s Vandenberg Space Force Base using SpaceX’s Falcon
Continue ReadingNew US rules, aimed at curbing China, could make it harder for EV buyers to claim a full tax credit
By MATTHEW DALY Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans could have a harder time finding electric vehicles that qualify for a full $7,500 federal tax credit under new rules being proposed. The Treasury and Energy Departments unveiled the rules Friday. They limit electric vehicle buyers from claiming the full tax credit if they purchase cars
Continue ReadingNew York’s College of Saint Rose will close in May 2024 amid financial woes
By KAREN MATTHEWS Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York, will close in May 2024 after years of financial struggles. Officials at the century-old Roman Catholic college announced the decision to close on Friday. Board of Trustees Chair Jeffrey D. Stone said the board determined that the
Continue ReadingDead longhorn found on Oklahoma State fraternity lawn the day before championship game with Texas
By KEN MILLER Associated Press Police say a dead longhorn cow was found on the lawn of an Oklahoma State University fraternity in Stillwater. The discovery of the dead animal on Friday on the lawn of the FarmHouse fraternity comes the day before the school’s football team plays the University of Texas Longhorns in the
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La Quinta is showing off their plans to monitor traffic during Ironman 70.3
The City of La Quinta is preparing for thousands of athletes to hit its roads on Sunday for the Ironman 70.3 Indian Wells-La Quinta. City officials take News Channel 3 inside the traffic control center to give us a preview of how they plan to monitor the roads during the race. La Quinta plans to
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Bestselling authors join Penguin Random House lawsuit over Iowa’s new book ban law
By Paradise Afshar and Jay Croft, CNN (CNN) — Penguin Random House, one of the country’s largest publishers, filed a federal lawsuit Thursday challenging an Iowa state law that bans books in schools and limits what can be taught on sexual orientation and gender identity. Four bestselling authors – including John Green and Jodi Picoult – who
Continue ReadingMore than 30 people are trapped under rubble after collapse at a mine in Zambia, minister says
LUSAKA, Zambia (AP) — A government minister says more than 30 people are trapped under rubble at an open-pit mine in Zambia after part of a waste pile was thought to have collapsed on them. Home Affairs and Internal Security Minister Jack Mwiimbu said Friday that it happened in the city of Chingola, in Zambia’s
Continue ReadingFresno State football coach Jeff Tedford stepping away for health reasons
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — Fresno State football coach Jeff Tedford is stepping away from the program because of health concerns. The school’s athletic director, Terry Tumey, announced Tedford’s status on Friday. Assistant head coach and linebacker coach Tim Skipper will serve as head coach through the Bulldogs’ bowl game, which will be determined Sunday. “The
Continue ReadingEuropean gymnastics federation rejects return of athletes from Russia and Belarus to competition
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — The governing body of gymnastics in Europe voted against allowing Russian and Belarusian gymnasts to return to international competitions, calling into question how they could qualify for next year’s Olympics. The International Gymnastics Federation is allowing Russians and Belarusians to return as “individual neutral athletes” without national symbols from Jan. 1,
Continue ReadingTony winner Audra McDonald to serve as grand marshal of 2024 Rose Parade
By BETH HARRIS Associated Press PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — Audra McDonald will serve as grand marshal of the 135th Rose Parade next year. The 53-year-old actor and singer was introduced Friday on the lawn of Tournament House in Pasadena. “As a California kid raised in Fresno — very proud to be from Fresno — the
Continue ReadingTony winner Audra McDonald to serve as grand marshal of 2024 Rose Parade
By BETH HARRIS Associated Press PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — Audra McDonald will serve as grand marshal of the 135th Rose Parade next year. The 53-year-old actor and singer was introduced Friday on the lawn of Tournament House in Pasadena. “As a California kid raised in Fresno — very proud to be from Fresno — the
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