By Katie Guenthner, CNN (CNN) — With the success of Beyoncé’s newest album, “Cowboy Carter,” and the rise of artists like Nigerian American singer Shaboozey, Black country music is having a moment. Tapping into that energy is Dusty & Stones. Cousins Gazi “Dusty” Simelane and Linda “Stones” Msibi grew up working together on their grandparents’
Continue ReadingWARSAW, Poland (AP) — Poland’s budget proposal for 2025 includes record defense spending of 187 billion zlotys or $48.7 billion. Prime Minister Donald Tusk presented the main points of next year’s budget on Wednesday. Poland borders war-torn Ukraine and security concerns are high. Tusk described the budget proposal as “generous” and supporting further economic growth.
Continue ReadingBy Andrew Ramos Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — An update on the disturbing K9 death case that rocked Lake County, Indiana, last summer, launching an investigation as two men were charged in the case where nine dogs lost their lives, and officials said it could’ve been prevented. It was initially
Continue ReadingSofía Barruti (CNN) — Un grupo de derechos electorales latinos pidió este lunes una investigación federal después de que sus voluntarios dijeron que las autoridades de Texas allanaron sus casas y confiscaron teléfonos y computadoras como parte de una investigación del fiscal general republicano del estado sobre acusaciones de fraude electoral. No se han presentado
Continue ReadingBy Amy Woodyatt, CNN (CNN) — Paralympian turned astronaut John McFall could soon be the first disabled person to go to space – and he credits the Paralympics with helping to challenge preconceptions of what disabled people can achieve. Following a motorcycle accident that caused him to have his right leg amputated at the age
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IDYLLWILD, California (KESQ) – An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.3 rattled the Lake Hemet area Wednesday morning. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the initial quake struck at 5:43 a.m. and was centered 7 miles south of Idyllwild. It struck at a depth of
Continue ReadingBy Brandon Beyer, Tynisa Senior, Chantal Cook Click here for updates on this story MIAMI, Florida (WSVN) — Gov. Ron DeSantis’ proposed plan to develop golf courses, hotels, and other business ventures in Florida’s state parks is drawing controversy from environmental groups as they strongly oppose the development and advocate for the protection of wildlife
Continue ReadingSofía Benavides (CNN Español) — Puerto Rico podría enfrentar nuevas interrupciones del servicio de la red eléctrica debido a la gran demanda y a las altas temperaturas registradas recientemente en la isla, informó este martes Luma Energy, encargada de la transmisión y distribución de electricidad en la zona, en un comunicado de prensa. La empresa
Continue ReadingBy Amarachi Orie, CNN (CNN) — There’s dadcore, and then there’s Adam Sandler core. And while there is a family resemblance, the two should not be confused. Dadcore is a fashion trend that prioritizes functional, casual and gently tongue-in-cheek clothing pieces over overtly high-fashion garments. It’s Cole Sprouse in a JW Anderson baseball cap and
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By Kimberly King Click here for updates on this story BLACK MOUNTAIN, North Carolina (WLOS) — Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office received 30 calls to 911 over the past four years requesting law enforcement or emergency responders at the rural Black Mountain home where discovered Lori Pallinger deceased last week, allegedly killed by her adult daughter,
Continue ReadingBy Jeanne Sahadi, CNN New York (CNN) — On balance, 401(k) participants have had a good run over the past year. Especially those who have amassed a balance of at least $1 million. The number of so-called 401(k) ‘millionaires’ rose to a new record high in the second quarter, according to a new data analysis
Continue ReadingAP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Percival Everett’s “James,” a reworking of Mark Twain’s “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” from the enslaved Jim’s perspective, is among the fiction finalists for the 11th annual Kirkus Prize. Kirkus Reviews is a leading book review publication and announced finalists Wednesday in fiction, nonfiction and young reader’s literature.
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Highs have been running slightly above normal this week, 111 yesterday, so expect that trend to continue through the weekend. Northwesterly winds will gradually ease, and we’ll see more of Southeasterly flow, which could introduce a bit of humidity. Temperatures will remain a few degrees higher than normal through the Labor Day weekend, so plan
Continue ReadingBy Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Plenty of people can hail Aubrey Plaza’s performance as Harper on the second season of “The White Lotus,” but Plaza isn’t one of them. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Plaza said she hasn’t yet seen her work on the HBO series.” “To be honest, I
Continue ReadingAnalysis by Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN New York (CNN) — Inflation has cooled so much over the past year that even Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is pleased with the progress. But, in poll after poll, Americans have sent a clear message: They aren’t. That has created a prime opportunity for Vice President Kamala Harris to
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Tribal leaders, state legislators, and business owners are in Sacramento today, holding a press conference to urge President Biden to designate three new national monuments in the state. The three proposed monuments include Sàttítla National Monument, Kw’tsán National Monument, and Chuckwalla National Monument, which begins in the East Valley. Preservationist hope Biden will recognize Chuckwalla
Continue ReadingBy Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN (CNN) — Left-leaning Taylor Swift fans joined artists like Carole King and politicians, including Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, for a Zoom call organized by the group “Swifties for Kamala” in an effort to mobilize fans of the pop superstar to vote for Kamala Harris. Swift herself has no affiliation with
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CNN By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — Parents in the United States are overwhelmed and burned out with the “dizzying pace” of the world, and it’s a public health concern, according to a surgeon general’s advisory released Wednesday that calls for shifts in policy and cultural norms. “The work of parenting is essential not only
Continue ReadingAssociated Press SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean singer Taeil has left K-pop band NCT after being accused of an unspecified sexual crime, his label announced Wednesday. His agency, SM Entertainment, released a statement on X, saying the NCT member will depart from the boy band after learning he has been “accused in a
Continue ReadingValeria Ordóñez Ghio (CNN) — SpaceX ha retrasado una vez más el inicio de su última misión: una caminata audaz y arriesgada hacia los cinturones de radiación de Van Allen de la Tierra por parte de una tripulación de cuatro civiles que también tendrá como objetivo realizar la primera caminata espacial comercial. La misión, denominada Polaris
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