By Jeff Winter and Eric Levenson, CNN (CNN) — A 36-year-old man accused of stabbing two teenage girls in New York’s Grand Central Terminal on Christmas morning and making derogatory comments about White people has been charged with several hate crimes, according to a criminal complaint. The teens, 14 and 16, were attacked in Grand
Continue ReadingSTONINGTON, Conn. (AP) — A man wanted in a 2022 shooting had a pistol as he attempted to flee from Connecticut State Police troopers and other officers serving a warrant. That is according to a preliminary report released Wednesday by the Office of Inspector General into the fatal shooting that left the suspect and a
Continue ReadingBy LOLITA C. BALDOR Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. on Wednesday announced what officials say could be the final package of military aid to Ukraine unless Congress approves supplemental funding legislation that is stalled on Capitol Hill. The weapons, worth up to $250 million, include an array of air munitions and other missiles,
Continue ReadingBy SOPHIA TAREEN Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — The mayors of Chicago, New York City and Denver renewed pleas Wednesday for more federal help and coordination with Texas over the growing number of asylum-seekers arriving in their cities by bus and plane. The mayors’ requests come as U.S. cities have struggled to manage the increasing
Continue ReadingDELANO, Calif. (AP) — “That ’70s Show” actor Danny Masterson has been sent to a California state prison to serve his sentence for two rape convictions. Authorities said Wednesday that the 47-year-old Masterson has been admitted to North Kern State Prison, and they released his first prison mug shot. The photo shows him wearing orange
Continue ReadingDELANO, Calif. (AP) — “That ’70s Show” actor Danny Masterson has been sent to a California state prison to serve his sentence for two rape convictions. Authorities said Wednesday that the 47-year-old Masterson has been admitted to North Kern State Prison, and they released his first prison mug shot. The photo shows him wearing orange
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One person was killed and another critically injured today in an off-roading crash south of Banning. The accident happened just after noon on Indian Creek Truck Trail, east of the Soboba Indian Reservation, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. The agency said that when crews reached the location they found an all-terrain vehicle overturned
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Police and military personnel were called to a construction site in Joshua Tree Tuesday morning after military ordnances were found. The incident happened just before noon on the 62000 block of Crestview Drive. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Dept., deputies were called when possible military ordnances were found during construction of a residence.
Continue ReadingBy Abeer Salman, Ibrahim Dahman and Mitch McCluskey, CNN (CNN) — An edited video circulating on social media appears to show Palestinian men and at least two children detained and stripped by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in a stadium in northern Gaza. Clips in the video show what appear to be two young boys
Continue ReadingCNN By Abeer Salman, Ibrahim Dahman and Mitch McCluskey, CNN (CNN) — An edited video circulating on social media appears to show Palestinian men and at least two children detained and stripped by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in a stadium in northern Gaza. Clips in the video show what appear to be two young
Continue ReadingNAGS HEAD, N.C. (AP) — A juvenile sperm whale that appeared to be in poor health has been euthanized after stranding on a North Carolina beach. The Virginian-Pilot newspaper reports the whale was put down Wednesday near Jennette’s Pier in the Outer Banks town of Nags Head. The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island said
Continue ReadingSANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A state cabinet secretary and former economist to the Legislature has been selected to oversee New Mexico’s $49 billion nest egg of savings and trust accounts at the State Investment Council. As state investment officer, Albuquerque native Jon Clark will oversee assets including the New Mexico land grant permanent fund.
Continue ReadingDES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The family of a 16-year-old who was killed by Des Moines police in December 2022 has filed a lawsuit arguing that the teen never pointed a gun at officers and police should have had better training in de-escalation before the confrontation. The shooting of Trevontay Jenkins was linked to the
Continue ReadingBy The Associated Press GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Jovan Blacksher Jr. scored 20 points to help Grand Canyon defeat Bethesda (Calif.) 124-74 on Wednesday in front of a military-only audience at Luke Air Force Base. Lok Wur had 15 points, nine rebounds and three blocks, and Isaiah Shaw added 13 points for the Antelopes (11-1),
Continue ReadingNEW YORK (AP) — A New York City man has been charged with hate crimes following the Christmas Day stabbing of two teenage tourists from Paraguay at a restaurant inside Grand Central Terminal. Authorities say 36-year-old Esteban Esono-Asue made derogatory comments about white people shortly before the unprovoked attack on the girls as they dined
Continue ReadingBy Kristin Wilson and Clare Foran, CNN (CNN) — The House Ethics Committee announced on Wednesday that it is opening an inquiry into Florida Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick to look into allegations of potential campaign finance violations and other issues. The committee said in a statement that an investigative subcommittee will have jurisdiction to determine
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By Marshall Cohen, CNN Washington (CNN) — The Michigan Supreme Court has rejected an attempt to remove former President Donald Trump from the 2024 primary ballot based on the US Constitution’s “insurrectionist ban.” The outcome, which was generally expected, is a victory for the former president, though an effort to remove him could be renewed
Continue ReadingBy GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers have finalized their 12-year deal with right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto, teaming the prized free agent with Shohei Ohtani in their prolific winter spending spree. The Dodgers didn’t disclose the value of the deal they announced Wednesday, but several media reports have tagged
Continue ReadingAssociated Press If you are an Amazon Prime Video user, get ready to see ads on movies and TV shows starting next month. The company said in an email to U.S. members this week that Prime will include ads for subscribers beginning on Jan. 29. Prime members who want to keep their movies and TV
Continue ReadingBy MANUEL RUEDA Associated Press BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Pop star Shakira has been immortalized in her Colombian hometown of Barranquilla, where officials unveiled a giant bronze statue of the music diva known around the world for her catchy tunes and exhilarating moves. The six-meter — about 20-feet — monument depicts the multiple Grammy and
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