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- PoliticsPolitico
Appeals court upholds Steve Bannon's conviction for defying Jan. 6 probe
The ruling could send the populist conservative strategist to prison.
1 min read - ScienceUnited Press International
NOAA warns of severe geomagnetic storm that could disrupt major systems
NOOA's Space Weather Prediction Center is warning of a severe geomagnetic storm Friday with wide-ranging impacts that could potentially disrupt communications, the power grid, navigation, radio and satellites.
2 min read - BusinessReuters
US consumer sentiment slides to six-month low in May
The University of Michigan's preliminary reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 67.4 this month, compared to a final reading of 77.2 in April. "While consumers had been reserving judgment for the past few months, they now perceive negative developments on a number of dimensions," said Surveys of Consumers Director Joanne Hsu in a statement. "They expressed worries that inflation, unemployment and interest rates may all be moving in an unfavorable direction in the year ah
1 min read - BusinessAbilene Reflector-Chronicle, Kan.
Students show off their businesses
May 10—Tornado warnings only postponed the trade show where high school students across Dickinson County presented businesses they proposed and created. The students created the businesses and learned how to be entrepreneurs as part of the Dickinson County Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities Program (CEO). The trade show at Sterl Hall was the night of Tuesday, May 7, after the program ...
6 min read - WorldEast Valley Tribune (Mesa, Ariz.)
Builders moving on 2 big East Valley housing projects
May 10—Major developments have occurred in two East Valley projects that will be bringing a 14-building, 208-unit multifamily complex to Eastmark and another 550 houses to what eventually be a community of 11,000 new houses in Apache Junction. Institutional Property Advisors, a division of Marcus & Millichap, last week announced the sale of The Premiere at Eastmark 3.0, an 8.55-acre ...
3 min read - LifestyleDayton Daily News, Ohio
Dayton-area festivals to check out throughout May
May 10—The following is a guide to some of the many festivals coming up in the Dayton region. West Dayton Wakanda Streets Fair When: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. May 11 Location: 1600 Princeton Drive, Dayton Description: A one-day community carnival and parade celebrating a higher quality of life. Multiple zones focus on health and wellness, youth, auto, connection, art, food and more. Live music, fitness ...
3 min read - USThe State
Scattered and peppered: A new Waffle House is set to open in the Midlands. Here’s where
The ubiquitous Southern diner has been a favorite for locals and travelers for decades. Now it has a new location slated for the area.
1 min read - USDayton Daily News, Ohio
Dayton NAACP history: How a stirring address led to the local chapter in 1915
May 10—On Feb. 12, 1909, the nation's most widely recognized civil rights organization, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, was formed. Dayton's NAACP chapter was officially chartered a few years after, on May 10, 1915. While the Dayton Chapter of the NAACP was chartered 109 years ago, it's history dates further back than that. A series of events led to the local ...
4 min read - USThe Guardian
Virginia school board votes to restore Confederate names to two public schools
Schools changed their names after 2020 George Floyd protests, but will now revert to old names celebrating slave-state leaders
3 min read - USFort Worth Star-Telegram
‘It’s the right stance.’ Southlake Carroll board denounces Biden’s Title IX changes
The changes are meant to broaden protections for LGBTQ+ students
3 min read - PoliticsThe Guardian
Trump conveys apparent frustration in court after Stormy Daniels testimony
Ex-president’s demeanor in court hallway suggests sour mood after adult film star testifies in hush-money trial
3 min read - PoliticsThe Guardian
Trump’s hush-money trial: here’s what’s happened in the case so far
Catch up on latest news out of Donald Trump’s criminal trial for hush-money payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels
3 min read - USJournal-News, Hamilton, Ohio
Ohio AG probes STRS teacher pension board; retiree group calls it 'sour grapes'
May 10—Ohio Attorney General David Yost has opened an investigation into State Teachers Retirement System pension board members over a possible takeover by private interests, according to the attorney general's office. "Pension board members are required by law to act in the best interest of the teachers whose money they invest," Yost said. "I will take whatever action is necessary to protect ...
2 min read - PoliticsJournal-News, Hamilton, Ohio
Area rep's bill to make it easier to challenge candidacies after trans opponent makes ballot
May 10—An area Republican lawmaker wants to make it easier to protest the candidacies of people running for office after his Democratic opponent's candidacy managed to survive an official review from the local board of election despite not following the laws to a T. Under current law, only Democrats can challenge the candidacy of Democrats, same goes for Republicans. Under Preble County ...
4 min read - USThe Coloradoan
Colorado Lottery Pick 3 Midday, Pick 3 Evening results for May 9, 2024
Check your tickets for Colorado daily lottery draw games here.
1 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Maddow Blog | Does Rick Scott really want to relitigate his Medicare scandal?
Republican Sen. Rick Scott doesn't just want to relitigate his Medicare scandal during his re-election campaign, he also has a new conspiracy theory about it.
3 min read - USHilton Head Island Packet
Odd closure to a tragic event: Dead HHI man’s estate settles with heirs of slain partner
Brenda Carman, 61, disappeared from her Indigo Run home in August 2022, prompting a months-long search across Beaufort County.
4 min read - USNorthwest Florida Daily News
Eglin Air Force Base announces night flying operations starting May 13
The 58th Fighter Squadron at Eglin Air Force Base is set to conduct night-flying operations beginning May 13. Here's what we know:
- NewsSturgis Journal
Sturgis Kiwanis awards scholarships
The scholarship winners were honored at a recent Kiwanis luncheon where they received a certificate of merit and their scholarship check.
- USDayton Daily News, Ohio
Morris says he'll remain a Miami Twp. trustee despite new role in California
May 10—A Miami Twp. trustee whose family has relocated to the other side of the country and whose employer is located there as well said he intends to maintain his residence in the Montgomery County township and his elected role in local civic life. John Morris, who was elected as trustee in 2017 and re-elected in 2021, said his son is set to play football at the University of California, ...
3 min read - USMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
'I need answers': Mother of Waupun prisoner who died of rare stroke files federal lawsuit
Cameron Williams, 24, died of a rare stroke last fall. His was the third of four deaths at Waupun Correctional Institution over an eight-month period.
4 min read - USWJW
The best teachers in the US are found in a tiny Ohio school district: study
An annual study performed by Niche was able to determine where the school districts with the best teachers can be found in the U.S.
3 min read - USBiloxi Sun Herald
Louisiana could lose nearly $1 billion if controversial coastal project is canceled
The Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion is hailed by coastal advocates as vital in combating Louisiana’s land loss crisis. Many in South Mississippi are watching closely.
5 min read - ScienceBusiness Insider
The first severe solar storm in 20 years could spark aurora across the US
Many states in the northern US could be in for a rare treat this Friday night. "I think we're going to see some really good aurora," one expert said.
3 min read - USAnchorage Daily News, Alaska
Crews ready to work on huge Anchorage port project sit idle as critical environmental review is delayed
May 10—The Municipality of Anchorage is trying to fix a funding problem that has threatened to halt progress on the huge modernization project underway at the Don Young Port of Alaska. An unexpected delay with a critical environmental review has left the city burning through cash under a $97.5 million construction contract as crews and equipment idle at the facility, with tens of millions of ...
9 min read - USThe Times Herald
Former owner of equestrian center pleads guilty to child sex abuse
Though Austin Sabb-Visga has pleaded guilty, no such deal had been reached with his husband Todd Sabb-Visga as of Friday.
2 min read - LifestyleThe Norman Transcript, Okla.
Library users can win prizes through its Summer Learning Challenge
May 10—Pioneer Library System has kicked off its 2024 Summer Learning Challenge with high expectations. Last year, the system racked up 22 million points, doubling its 11 million point goal. This year, it has raised its goal to 15 million points. Prior to 2023, the system had users log the number of minutes that children and adults read during the summer. Last year, PLS changed the rule to ...
4 min read - USThe Arizona Republic
That $1 bill or penny in your pocket could be worth thousands. Here's how to cash in
Due to a printing error nearly a decade ago, your $1 bills may be worth more than you think. Your pennies may also be valuable if they are in demand.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Meadville Tribune, Pa.
Crawford County certifies primary election results
May 10—Results from the April 23 primary election have been certified by the Crawford County Board of Elections. Tabulation of all votes from Crawford County's 61 precincts from the Democratic and Republican primaries was certified by the board at its reconvened meeting Thursday. Tabulation was completed May 2 with the results on public display in the Commissioners Office at the Crawford ...
2 min read - USWTTV
Cooler and brighter today; aurora possible tonight
We get more sunshine around central Indiana today but we are off to a cooler start. Temperatures have fallen to the 40s and low 50s this Friday morning. The jacket and the sunglasses would be the main items to grab as you’re heading out the door. There is a minor chance for a few spotty […]
2 min read - USThe Oklahoman
More math, no foreign language? HS graduation requirements in Oklahoma could be changing
Democratic lawmakers, foreign language teachers and tribal nations reacted with alarm that a world language credit wouldn’t be required.
3 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Hundreds of gallons of sewage spilled in Cobb County tributary and into 2 storm drains
More than 300 gallons were spilled into a Cobb County tributary on Thursday, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division said.
1 min read - USWFXT
Live video, updates: Karen Read trial continues after witness asked about link to lead investigator
Read is facing charges including second-degree murder in the death of her Boston police officer boyfriend John O’Keefe.
5 min read - USWAVY
NNPD investigating overnight shooting on Jefferson Ave.
The Newport News Police Department is investigating an overnight shooting on Jefferson Avenue.
1 min read - BusinessWVLA Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge credited for over half of Louisiana’s job growth in March, report shows
A report shows that Baton Rouge accounted for more than half of Louisiana's job growth in March 2024.
1 min read - USWFXT
Man found dead in car in Allston, homicide detectives on scene
A man was found dead inside a car in Allston on Friday morning, police said.
- USStar Tribune (Minneapolis)
'Highly active' northern lights displays this weekend may be largest in 20 years
Absent of clouds, stargazers across Minnesota and the northern half of the United States are in for a celestial show this weekend as the northern lights are expected to be "highly active." The Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G4 Severe Geomagnetic Storm Watch starting Friday night, marking the first time the arm of the National Weather Service has issued an advisory of that ...
2 min read - USLohud | The Journal News
The Hudson Valley 'mortgage gap,' bidding wars and more: This is your Week in Real Estate
What do you do when even qualifying for a mortgage in the Lower Hudson Valley is half the battle?
3 min read - USThe Columbus Dispatch
Columbus police identify woman found dead by gunshot on Southeast Side
Danyaze Evans-Kourouma, 33, was discovered by workers near Noe Bixby Road and Carbondale Drive
1 min read - USKSNT Topeka
Road closure at Lake Sherwood for pump station rehab
TOPEKA (KNST) – The Shawnee County local government took to social media to notify the public of a road closure for a public works pump station overhaul. Starting at 9:30 a.m., Southwest 41st Street will have a closure from Southwest Aylesbury Road to Southwest Urish Road. The closure will not have any posted detours and […]
1 min read - USThe Arizona Republic
Virginia school board votes to restore names of Confederate leaders to 2 schools
Mountain View High School and Honey Run Elementary School will return to Stonewall Jackson High School and Ashby-Lee Elementary School.
3 min read - USWDVM
Families of dogs that died in District Dogs flood sue doggy daycare
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — A new lawsuit filed against the District Dogs claims that the deaths of 10 dogs in severe flooding in 2023 were “foreseeable” and “preventable.” Eight of those families that lost their pets filed the suit against District Dogs and its owner, Jacob Hensley for gross negligence, costing their pets’ lives. […]
2 min read - LifestyleKTSM
Eastwood High School teacher shares passion for teaching
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – All careers have challenges and being a teacher is not an exception. Sometimes it can be “hard” but at the end of the day it’s all “worth it.” That’s what Lauren Uribarri, an Eastwood High School teacher, told KTSM when asked about her teaching journey. Uribarri has been a teacher […]
3 min read - USDaily Messenger
7 things to do in the Canandaigua area this week
Also, the four-day Friends of the Victor Farmington LIbrary book sale gets underway at Eastview Mall.
3 min read - OpinionSalon
Rick Scott's one-man rally for Trump exposes GOP abandonment
There has been remarkably little public support for Donald Trump during his first criminal trial
6 min read - USPensacola News Journal
Airman shot and killed: Body cam video shows shooting by Okaloosa County Sheriff deputies
Body cam footage gives new insight on the shooting of Special Operations Senior Airman Roger Fortson on May 3.
1 min read - USThe Arizona Republic
Parts of I-17 in north Phoenix, Anthem to be closed as pavement project begins
The I-17 pavement work is separate from the I-17 improvement project underway north of Anthem Way.
1 min read - USWAVY
Hampton police searching for suspect in connection with Thursday night shooting
The Hampton Police Division is asking for help identifying the suspect(s) in connection with a Thursday night shooting.
1 min read - USChicago Tribune
Woman, 27, found fatally wounded after wellbeing call in North Lawndale
A 27-year-old woman was discovered in a kitchen with fatal gunshot wounds to the body Thursday afternoon, in the North Lawndale neighborhood, Chicago police said. Police reported Thursday night the woman was discovered in the afternoon during a wellbeing check in the 1400 block of South St. Louis Avenue. Police discovered the woman in a kitchen with gunshot wounds to the body. She was ...
1 min read - USWLNS Lansing
Former DeWitt City Clerk enters guilty plea
Former DeWitt City Clerk Lisa Grysen entered a guilty plea to a felony embezzlement charge.
1 min read