Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — After a tumultuous and unproductive session of Congress, nearly 50 House members decided either to not seek reelection or to run for a higher office this year, leaving Democratic vacancies in several tight races that could tilt control of the House to either party. Both Republicans and Democrats have had
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The future was once dazzling for IronNet. Founded by a former director of the National Security Agency and stacked with elite members of the U.S. intelligence establishment, IronNet promised it was going to revolutionize the way governments and corporations combat cyberattacks. Its pitch — combining the prowess of ex-government hackers
Continue ReadingBy Steve Contorno and Fredreka Schouten, CNN (CNN) — When absentee ballots first landed on doorsteps in Michigan last month, so did Paul Hudson, a Grand Rapids lawyer and a Republican running to represent the area in Congress. Armed with an app that told him where likely voters lived and which houses might be swayed,
Continue ReadingAssociated Presse LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ten years ago, Alley Bean joined 3.7 million Californians in voting for a measure that downgraded many nonviolent felony crimes to misdemeanors, such as petty shoplifting and drug use, hoping it would lead to a more equitable criminal justice system and help end mass incarceration. Since then she has
Continue ReadingAssociated Presse LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ten years ago, Alley Bean joined 3.7 million Californians in voting for a measure that downgraded many nonviolent felony crimes to misdemeanors, such as petty shoplifting and drug use, hoping it would lead to a more equitable criminal justice system and help end mass incarceration. Since then she has
Continue ReadingAP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — America’s employers added a surprisingly strong 254,000 jobs in September, easing concerns about a weakening labor market and suggesting that the pace of hiring is still solid enough to support a growing economy. Last month’s gain was far more than economists had expected, and it was up sharply from
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Friends, family and community members gathered Thursday night to honor the life of James Silva, a local veteran who passed away. The vigil, held at Dominguez Park, served not only as a tribute to his memory but also as a call to action for mental health support for veterans. Oscar Ortiz, Indio council member, said
Continue ReadingAP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rallied Friday after a surprisingly strong report on the U.S. job market raised optimism about the economy. The S&P 500 climbed 0.9% and got close to its all-time high set on Monday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 341 points, or 0.8%, to set its own
Continue ReadingAP Soccer Writer Angel City FC has been fined $200,000 and docked three points from the current league standings by the National Women’s Soccer League for violating terms of the salary cap. The NWSL announced the sanctions on Thursday after determining that Angel City exceeded the salary cap by $50,000 for four weeks in 2024.
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The New Zealand city of Dunedin is cut off by road due to flooding after recording its wettest day in more than a century. Local authorities in the South Island city said more than 80 people who lived in low-lying areas spent the night in emergency shelters after
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The two local Massage Envy locations that shut down last week will reopen. Members were notified that the Massage Envy locations in Palm Desert and La Quinta will reopen later this month. An e-mail notification says the locations were acquired by a franchise group that operates other Inland Empire locations. They also confirm that most
Continue ReadingLIMA, Peru (AP) — Peru is celebrating two decades since the creation of a genetically modified breed of guinea pig, a rodent whose meat has formed a part of the diet of people in the Andean nation for thousands of years. The genetically modified breed of guinea pig is called “Peru.” It was created in
Continue ReadingAP Sports Writer EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — LeBron James and Anthony Davis will play at some point during the Los Angeles Lakers ‘ first two preseason games this weekend, getting the two superstars back to work quickly after a busy summer that included Olympic gold. James and Davis could play in one or both
Continue ReadingAssociated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Outside of a chance to bring the whole family together, Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur isn’t flustered knowing his brother, Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur, will be on the opposing sideline Sunday. Mike LaFleur’s bigger concern this week is trying to get the Rams’ floundering red
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City and business leaders in Blythe are upset as they begin to deal with the consequences of their second largest employer being closed. The state has removed all inmates from Chuckawalla Valley State Prison an is in the process of locking it up for good. The move is already being felt by local businesses and
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We’re just 32 days away from the presidential election, and it’s already affecting the housing market. In the Coachella Valley, the busy season typically brings a wave of snowbirds and tourists, but this year might be unique. The overall median home price in the Valley has increased by 5%, while interest rates nationwide are higher
Continue ReadingCNN Analysis by Stephen Collinson, CNN (CNN) — Donald Trump’s attempt to unravel American democracy to stay in power four years ago is suddenly back at the epicenter of another election — weeks before the ex-president could pull off a stunning White House comeback. Special counsel Jack Smith and former Rep. Liz Cheney have thrust
Continue ReadingAssociated Press GUATEMALA CITY (AP) — Guatemala’s Congress has selected the 13 new justices of the Supreme Court in a closely observed process that critics say still failed to rid the court of the influence of powerful interests. The disappointing result was nearly assured even before lawmakers’ decision, because the selection committees submitted a list
Continue ReadingAssociated Press Two U.S. senators have asked the Department of Justice to take tougher action against Boeing executives for safety issues that have impacted its airplanes. In a letter, Sens. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut urged the department to “hold criminally accountable” executives who disregarded passenger safety in violation of federal
Continue ReadingAssociated Press UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations peacekeeping chief says U.N. peacekeepers are staying in their positions on Lebanon’s southern border despite Israel’s request to vacate some areas before it launched its ground operation. Jean-Pierre LaCroix told reporters Thursday that the commander and liaison officers from the U.N. force also are in constant
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