Associated Press TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s governing party has picked former Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba as its leader, setting him up to become prime minister next week. The party’s leadership is a ticket to the top job because the Liberal Democratic Party’s governing coalition controls parliament. Considered a defense policy expert, Ishiba secured a come-from-behind
Continue ReadingBy Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN (CNN) — Pop star Demi Lovato met with Gavin Newsom in Los Angeles as the California governor signed two bills into law on Thursday that will provide financial protections for child stars in the digital age. The two new pieces of legislation aim to help protect young social media influencers and
Continue ReadingBy Rebekah Ludman Click here for updates on this story September 27, 2024 (LAPost.com) — Los Angeles Police Department detectives are searching for suspects Thursday involved in a South Los Angeles shooting that wounded five women and one man. Officers from LAPD’s 77th Street Community Police Station responded to reports of assault with a deadly
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And that’s a wrap on week 6 of the local high school football season. Check out the highlights, scores, reaction, and vote for our Play of the Week! FRIDAY 9/27 Yucca Valley – 42 at Desert Hot Springs – 14 Twentynine Palms – 24 at Desert Mirage – 8 Xavier Prep – 14 at Aquinas
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Associated Press/Report for America SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California will formally apologize for slavery and its lingering effects on Black Americans in the state under a new law Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Thursday. The legislation was part of a package of reparations bills introduced this year that seek to offer repair for decades of policies
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Some local students are being recognized with this month’s “Do the Right Thing” award which is a partnership between Palm Springs police and News Channel 3. Congratulations to Joseph Knudsen, Samuel Hathaway, Noel Castaneda, Christian Velez Reyes, and Aria Johnson. The students were chosen for their positive attitudes and contributions to the community. If you
Continue ReadingA Florida firm that had a 5.5% stake in Trump Media & Technology Group has disposed of most of their holdings in the company, which owns former president Donald Trump’s Truth Social platform. United Atlantic Ventures LLC, which owned around 7.53 million shares of common stock in TMTG, now owns only 100, according to a
Continue ReadingAP National Writer Three weeks after being asked to modify a $2.78 billion deal that would dramatically change college sports, attorneys excised the word “booster” from the mammoth plan in hopes of satisfying a judge’s concerns about the landmark settlement designed to pay players some of the money they help produce. As expected, the changes
Continue ReadingAP National Writer Three weeks after being asked to modify a $2.78 billion deal that would dramatically change college sports, attorneys excised the word “booster” from the mammoth plan in hopes of satisfying a judge’s concerns about the landmark settlement designed to pay players some of the money they help produce. As expected, the changes
Continue ReadingAssociated Press LAJAS BLANCAS, Panama (AP) — Venezuelans trekking across the Darien Gap – a rugged jungle passage between Colombia and Panama – say they’re making the perilous journey because they lost hope for change after a contentious presidential election handed victory to President Nicolás Maduro despite vote tallies released by the opposition showing that
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By Rex Hodge Click here for updates on this story HAYWOOD COUNTY, North Carolina (WLOS) — Heavy rains mean an uptick in business for local hardware stores as residents try to prepare for harsh weather conditions. The Ace Hardware in Haywood County is seeing a steady stream of customers preparing for the wet weather and
Continue ReadingBy Julie Sharp Click here for updates on this story LOS ANGELES (KCAL, KCBS) — A caped crusader who’s been around for more than 85 years got his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday. Batman is the first superhero to get a Hollywood star, with neighboring sidewalk stars belonging to television’s Batman,
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By Jennifer Emert Click here for updates on this story TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY, North Carolina (WLOS) — Floodwater covered portions of nearly a dozen roadways in Transylvania County by mid-afternoon on Thursday, Sept. 26. Urban Rescue Teams from Greensboro and Fayetteville, N.C., were brought in to assist after the National Weather Service informed emergency management on
Continue ReadingBy Michael Williams and Donald Judd, CNN (CNN) — President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris appeared at the White House together on Thursday for an event on curbing gun violence — an issue on which they are touting the administration’s success and slamming the GOP ticket. “Together, we’re making clear, if you want
Continue ReadingAP Sports Writer Seven Mountain West schools have agreed to remain in the league amid overtures by the Pac-12 to lure away at least one more of its teams, the conference announced Thursday. The move comes after the Pac-12, which was reduced to just two teams after last summer’s realignment, announced two weeks ago that
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By Reg Chapman Click here for updates on this story MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Teron Hess is living his best life. He believes he was called to drive for Metro Transit. “It’s the people, honestly. The customers, the community I serve, that’s the best part,” he said Hess strives to be the best resource he can
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WCCO By Reg Chapman Click here for updates on this story MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Teron Hess is living his best life. He believes he was called to drive for Metro Transit. “It’s the people, honestly. The customers, the community I serve, that’s the best part,” he said Hess strives to be the best resource he
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The Imperial Irrigation District finalized a landmark conservation agreement with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation that will build 10-12 feet of elevation at Lake Mead and conserve up to 700,000 acre-feet of water for the Colorado River. IID officials added that the agreement also unlocks a full federal investment of $250 million in Salton Sea
Continue ReadingBy Kevin Liptak and MJ Lee, CNN (CNN) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to the White House on Thursday may have been his final chance to convince a receptive American president of his country’s war aims. And just weeks before a US presidential election that could have a profound impact on his country’s future, Vice President
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By Bo Evans Click here for updates on this story FORT WORTH, Texas (KTVT) — The 31st annual Cowtown Ball is on Sept. 27, raising money for the American Cancer Society. One of their volunteers, Todd Kackley, reflected on his story of survival before the event. Sometimes cancer makes you miss the small things in
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