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Associated Press A humpback whale that is missing its tail and was spotted in Washington state’s inland waters likely lost its iconic flukes after becoming entangled, possibly in some kind of line or fishing gear, experts say. That loss of the flukes, used for propulsion, would appear to be a death sentence for the creature,
Continue ReadingAssociated Press A humpback whale that is missing its tail and was spotted in Washington state’s inland waters likely lost its iconic flukes after becoming entangled, possibly in some kind of line or fishing gear, experts say. That loss of the flukes, used for propulsion, would appear to be a death sentence for the creature,
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris is interviewing a half-dozen potential running mates this weekend ahead of a formal announcement and a battleground tour with her new No. 2 next week. Her interview list includes Govs. Andy Beshear of Kentucky, J.B. Pritzker of Illinois, Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania and Tim Walz of
Continue ReadingBy Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — With her trademark red lipstick and a killer right arm that easily sweeps her opponents out of her way, US women’s rugby center Ilona Maher ran Team USA toward its first bronze this week at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. But her reaction to hecklers who call her masculine and criticize
Continue ReadingBy Barry Pintar Click here for updates on this story DONEGAL TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — The mother of the 10-year-old boy police say was fatally stabbed by his 13-year-old friend in Westmoreland County is speaking out. She’s talking about the relationship of the two boys after her son was stabbed multiple times during a sleepover
Continue ReadingKDKA By Barry Pintar Click here for updates on this story DONEGAL TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — The mother of the 10-year-old boy police say was fatally stabbed by his 13-year-old friend in Westmoreland County is speaking out. She’s talking about the relationship of the two boys after her son was stabbed multiple times during a
Continue ReadingBy Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — It’s the end of an era for the iconic rock band responsible for hits like “Dream On,” “Love in an Elevator” and “Janie’s Got a Gun.” In an announcement on their official Instagram as well as X social media accounts on Friday, the band Aerosmith informed fans and followers
Continue ReadingAP Auto Writer DETROIT (AP) — The head of the United Auto Workers union says putting Vice President Kamala Harris at the top of the Democratic ticket increases the Democrats’ chance of winning Michigan and keeping the White House in November. In an interview Friday with The Associated Press, Shawn Fain also said former President
Continue ReadingAssociated Press OXNARD, Calif. (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys remain in contact with wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, who is holding out of training camp while seeking a new contract, owner Jerry Jones said Friday. “I don’t think that’s anything I would comment on as far as proximity on meeting of minds, but we’re all talking,”
Continue ReadingBy Madeline Bartos Click here for updates on this story WEST VIEW, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — A dog helped save his owner who went over a hillside and hurt his hip in the North Hills on Thursday, rescue crews said. Ross/West View EMSA said the man’s dog alerted neighbors that help was needed and refused to
Continue ReadingINDIANAPOLIS (AP) — An Indianapolis man has been ordered to spend 145 years in prison in the fatal shootings of three adults and a 7-year-old girl following an argument with his former girlfriend over her federal COVID-19 relief money. The Marion County prosecutor’s office says 28-year-old Malik Halfacre was sentenced Friday. He pleaded guilty in
Continue ReadingWASHINGTON (AP) — ABC’s “This Week” — Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla.; White House deputy national security adviser Jon Finer; Almar Latour, publisher of The Wall Street Journal. ___ NBC’s “Meet the Press” — Preempted by coverage of the Olympics. ___ CBS’ “Face the Nation” — Finer; Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark.; United Auto Workers President Shawn
Continue ReadingBy Kelly Doty Click here for updates on this story CHEROKEE, North Carolina (WLOS) — A date is set for when the public can buy recreational marijuana in Cherokee. The Great Smoky Cannabis Company announced on social media that adult-use sales for anyone over 21 years old will begin on Saturday, Sept. 7, at 10
Continue ReadingWLOS By Kelly Doty Click here for updates on this story CHEROKEE, North Carolina (WLOS) — A date is set for when the public can buy recreational marijuana in Cherokee. The Great Smoky Cannabis Company announced on social media that adult-use sales for anyone over 21 years old will begin on Saturday, Sept. 7, at
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Alexandra Ferguson (CNN) — La vicepresidenta Kamala Harris obtuvo suficientes votos de los delegados demócratas para ganar la candidatura del partido a la presidencia, anunció el viernes el presidente de la Comisión Nacional Demócrata, Jaime Harrison. Harris se convertirá en la primera mujer negra y la primera estadounidense de origen asiático en encabezar la candidatura
Continue Reading Sofía Benavides (CNN Español) — La abogada Caryslia Beatriz Rodríguez encabeza el máximo tribunal de Venezuela. Es la presidenta del Tribunal Supremo de Justicia (TSJ) desde enero de 2024 y dirige la Sala Electoral del Tribunal. Ante esa Sala el presidente Nicolás Maduro presentó el miércoles un recurso contencioso electoral para que haga un peritaje
Continue Reading urielblanco (CNN Español) — La Leagues Cup 2024 arrancó el viernes 26 de julio y el Inter Miami llega como el actual campeón de la competición. Así como en 2023 —año en que el Inter Miami se coronó contra Nashville—, la edición 2024 de la League Cup también constará de 47 equipos: 29 de la
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By Ivana Kottasová and Anna Chernova CNN (CNN) — American journalist Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan were among the 24 detainees released as part of a complex prisoner swap between Russia, the US and other Western nations. A host of Russian dissidents were also freed while in return Moscow got a former
Continue ReadingBy Ashley Sharp Click here for updates on this story WEST SACRAMENTO, California (KOVR) — The Sacramento River Cats pitched a popular social media trend with its “brat night” theme Thursday while hosting the Reno Aces. The themed night was a huge success. The team says its social media engagement has been busier than ever
Continue ReadingTALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A federal judge has ruled that Florida’s transgender health care ban discriminates against state employees and violates their civil rights. Chief U.S. District Judge Mark Walker ruled Thursday that the state’s ban violated Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which protects employees and job applicants from employment discrimination
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