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AP Technology Writer Cruise’s trouble-ridden robotaxis are joining Uber’s ride-hailing service next year as part of a multiyear partnership bringing together two companies that once appeared poised to compete for passengers. The alliance is the latest change in direction for Cruise since its California license to provide driverless rides was suspended in October 2023 after
Continue ReadingCHICAGO (AP) — Mealworms may have sickened at least one person at a Chicago hotel event earlier this week during the Democratic National Convention, the city’s police superintendent said Thursday. While the investigation by Chicago police and the FBI continues, Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling said clues point toward people putting mealworms on tables. “I’m
Continue ReadingAP Soccer Writer The National Women’s Soccer League has traditionally experienced increased interest following a successful U.S. run in a major international tournament. NWSL teams are poised to capitalize again as the regular season resumes this weekend in the wake of the reinvigorated U.S. team’s gold medal run at the Paris Olympics. “These international tournaments
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By Michael Rios, CNN (CNN) — Panama will deport over 100 people from China, India, Ecuador and Colombia, in a widening crackdown on the number of migrants traveling north through Central America, President Jose Mulino announced on Thursday. The deportation flights are part of Panama’s partnership with the US that aims to discourage irregular migration
Continue Reading By Shawn Nottingham and Nick Valencia, CNN (CNN) — A second former Memphis police officer charged in the violent arrest and beating death of Tyre Nichols intends to change his plea to guilty, according to federal court documents. Former Memphis Police Officer Emmitt Martin III had previously pleaded not guilty to charges related to the
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Rocío Muñoz-Ledo (CNN) — Panamá deportará a más de 100 migrantes de China, India, Ecuador y Colombia, en una nueva ofensiva contra el número de personas que viajan hacia el norte a través de Centroamérica, anunció este jueves el presidente José Mulino. Estas deportaciones forman parte del memorando de cooperación de Panamá con Estados Unidos
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration will send about $125 million in new military aid to Ukraine, U.S. officials said Thursday, even as Washington works to get a better understanding of Kyiv’s incursion into Russia and how it advances the broader battlefield goals more than two years into the war. U.S. officials said
Continue ReadingBy Chris Bovia Click here for updates on this story CLARENDON TOWNSHIP, Michigan (WXMI) — A pilot from Moab, Utah landed in a field near Clarendon Township, Michigan Wednesday afternoon, telling deputies the engine in his newly-bought plane had failed. The pilot was heading from where he purchased the 1958 Mooney aircraft to a landing
Continue ReadingBy James Howell Jr. Click here for updates on this story INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana (WRTV) — Three teenagers were taken into custody overnight after a police chase on the northeast side of Indianapolis. According to IMPD officers at the scene, three teens were taken into custody following a pursuit in the area of 30th Street and
Continue ReadingBy WXMI News Staff Click here for updates on this story BERLIN TOWNSHIP, Michigan (WXMI) — One driver is hurt after two semitrucks collided on I-96 in Berlin Township Wednesday morning. The crash happened in the westbound lanes at Jordan Lake Road before 9:15 a.m., according to the Ionia County Sheriff’s Office (ICSO). We’re told
Continue ReadingBy Matt Witkos Click here for updates on this story GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan (WXMI) — Homelessness continues to be an issue many are trying to solve in Grand Rapids. A new report, though, shows a solution. One person says it’s saving lives, including his own. “I can’t thank them enough,” Community Rebuilders consumer Patrick Burnett
Continue ReadingBy Jack Caron Click here for updates on this story HAMILTON, Michigan (WXMI) — As many school districts are still facing bus driver shortages to start the new school year, leaders at Hamilton Community Schools are stepping in to make sure kids are getting to class. “My hope is to be able to help just
Continue ReadingSAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Cruise and Uber announce partnership to deploy robotaxis in some U.S. markets next year.
Continue ReadingBy Tiarra Braddock Click here for updates on this story COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, Michigan (WXYZ) — A 14-year-old boy who has autism is now reunited with his family after being rescued near Proud Lake in Commerce Township. The 14-year-old boy is from Farmington Hills. He was a part of a church group that was camping at
Continue Reading Ángela Reyes Haczek (CNN Español) — El expresidente Donald Trump dijo el jueves que se reunirá con familiares de personas que fueron atacadas o asesinadas por inmigrantes indocumentados durante su visita a la frontera entre México y Estados Unidos. Durante su campaña, Trump ha reiterado falsos vínculos entre la inmigración y el crimen. “Hoy voy
Continue ReadingBy Jasmin Barmore Click here for updates on this story DETROIT, Michigan (WXYZ) — “Turn yourself in…cuz I’m scared” is the message that 8-year-old Isaiah Watson has for whoever is responsible for shooting him. Watson was grazed in the head by a bullet early Monday morning during a drive-by shooting. His mom says she is
Continue ReadingBy WXYZ News Staff Click here for updates on this story CENTER LINE, Michigan (WXYZ) — We heard your voice, and in response, the community stepped up. We first told you about a hoarding situation in Center Line on Friday, and by Wednesday the city estimates 80% of the garbage has been cleaned up. All
Continue ReadingBy Margaret Cahill Click here for updates on this story FOND DU LAC, Wisconsin (WGBA) — As children in our neighborhoods prepare to go back to school, the Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office is warning parents about drugs in deceptive packaging. The Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office is warning about products that are
Continue Reading Alexandra Ferguson (CNN) — Algunos padres están ocultando a sus hijos a las autoridades locales para evitar la evacuación obligatoria en la ciudad de Pokrovsk, en el oriente de Ucrania, en medio de advertencias de que las fuerzas rusas están avanzando rápidamente. Las comunidades de Pokrovsk y sus alrededores, en el este de Ucrania, están
Continue ReadingBy Erin Christy Click here for updates on this story WETUMKA, Oklahoma (KJRH) — Brent McGee is in the Seminole County jail, facing charges of child sex abuse and engaging in a pattern of criminal offenses. For some alleged victims, this moment is decades in the making. Casey Yochum has been publicly airing his sexual
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