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Tim Scott pushes a woeful solution to his Team Trump ‘problem’
Team Trump believes Tim Scott might not be hostile enough toward democracy. The Republican senator settled on the worst possible solution to the "problem."
2 min read - USThe Meadville Tribune, Pa.
Woman to be tried for alleged assaults on children, nurse
May 6—LINESVILLE — A Pittsburgh woman will go to trial in Crawford County for allegedly assaulting children and later a hospital nurse — all stemming from a late-night incident at a Conneaut Lake-area campground last summer. Giavanna Lynn Rizzo, 29, waived her right to a preliminary hearing before Magisterial District Judge Adam Stallard of Linesville on a total of five felony counts, seven ...
2 min read - USSacramento Bee
18-year-old rescued after 30-foot plunge into abandoned missile silo, Colorado cops say
The silo had “twisted metal, collapsed floors, concrete pieces everywhere,” a rescuer says.
1 min read - USPensacola News Journal
PPD investigating after woman get shot in the head in downtown Pensacola
PPD says the woman did not suffer life-threatening injuries, and there are no suspects.
- USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
Swimmer from Belleville dies after being pulled from ocean in Spring Lake
The identity of the victim has not been released.
1 min read - USStar Tribune (Minneapolis)
Man admits he fatally stabbed mother's boyfriend in Coon Rapids home, charges say
A man admitted to police that he fatally stabbed his mother's boyfriend in a Coon Rapids home where they all lived, according to a criminal complaint. Romelle Flowers, 25, was charged Friday with second-degree murder in connection with the attack on May 1 of Dennard Eugene Percy, 40, of Coon Rapids. Flowers was arrested soon after the stabbing and remains jailed in lieu of $1 million bail ...
2 min read - USChicago Tribune
Chicago homicides in 2024: 156 people slain. Here’s how that compares with previous years.
Information about homicides is released daily by the city of Chicago. The release of homicide victims’ names is delayed by two weeks to allow time for the victims’ families to be notified of a death by Chicago police. The homicide figures do not include killings that occurred in self-defense or in other circumstances not measured in Chicago police statistics. Homicide data from the Illinois ...
1 min read - USStar Beacon, Ashtabula, Ohio
Schwartz seeking to sell property from behind bars
May 6—Early last week, a federal judge signed off on an agreement allowing Rueben Schwartz to sell off three pieces of property prosecutors were seeking to force Schwartz to forfeit as part of his ongoing criminal case. The three properties, consist of a pair of properties on Underridge Road, one of which is vacant and the other with a single-family home on the property, and the Port District ...
3 min read - USCBS News
Columbia University cancels main 2024 commencement ceremony
Columbia University said Monday they are altering their graduation plans after weeks of protests and turmoil on campus.
3 min read - LifestyleMoscow-Pullman Daily News, Moscow, Idaho
Five Palouse breakfast spots that are not to be missed
May 6—Every town needs its signature breakfast spot and a place that serves great coffee. The Palouse has plenty hidden among its hills. There's a location for any occasion. Whether it's a quick bite before a busy day, a latte to go along with work or brunch with friends, Moscow and Pullman has a bit of everything for everyone. The Breakfast Club 501 Main St., Moscow Owners: Kevin and Lori ...
5 min read - USIndyStar | The Indianapolis Star
Indianapolis killings in May 2024
This information is compiled using data from Indianapolis police, court records and interviews with family and friends of those killed.
2 min read - USWFXT
Live court video, updates: Witness testimony resumes as Karen Read murder trial enters 2nd week
Karen Read, 44, of Mansfield, faces several charges including second-degree murder in John O’Keefe’s death.
3 min read - USThe Times-Gazette
Relay for Life of Ashland County-Mid Ohio set for June 8
The luminara ceremony honoring and remembering loved ones will include a video of those who have lost the battle and those still fighting.
1 min read - USMiami Herald
Body found in home of man accused of trying to shoot pastor during sermon, PA cops say
“I thank God because only God stopped and jammed this gun,” the pastor told a news station.
1 min read - USKIRO
Felon arrested for assault after leading police on high-speed chase
A convicted felon was arrested for assault after leading police on a high-speed chase.
1 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Maddow Blog | RNC troubles continue as party parts ways with its chief counsel
Two months ago, the RNC hired two lawyers to oversee the party’s election-year legal efforts. One has been indicted, and the other has been pushed out.
2 min read - SportsDelaware Online | The News Journal
Powerball jackpot $214 million for Monday, May 6, 2024 lottery drawing. How to play
After no grand prize winner from Saturday's drawing, the Powerball jackpot for Monday now sits at $214 million with a cash value of $99.7 million.
3 min read - USAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Peoria mayor’s refusal to let councilmembers discuss items raises transparency questions
Peoria Mayor Jason Beck has blocked council requests to pull consent agenda items for discussion. It's raised questions over the city's transparency.
11 min read - SportsAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
What's next for disappointing Phoenix Suns? Big decisions ahead
On The Briefing this week, Suns reporter Duane Rankin discusses what's next for the team after getting swept in the first round of the NBA playoffs.
2 min read - USAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Students excel in theater, robotics: Vote for Student of the Week, May 6-10
All high schools in Arizona are invited to nominate students to be included in a poll where readers vote to choose the Student of the Week.
2 min read - USAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Some Arizona property deeds contain racist restrictions. A new law seeks to nullify them
Racist restrictions on property deeds have been toothless for decades, but a new law lets owners amend their deeds to reject the offensive language.
6 min read - LifestyleAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Phoenix home featuring 6+ bathrooms, guest house sells for nearly $7M
Features of the most expensive Valley houses to sell in mid-April include walls of glass, a loft, a primary suite with a laundry room and wet bars.
2 min read - PoliticsAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Vulnerable Rep. David Schweikert walking a political tightrope between MAGA and moderates
The Arizona congressman thinks Trump's election rhetoric threatens democracy. He explains why he's sticking with the Republicans.
12 min read - USDaily Inter Lake, Kalispell, Mont.
Kalispell Police officer Carlee Brown recognized as Officer of the Year
May 6—Growing up in Columbia Falls, Carlee Brown planned to follow in her game warden father's footsteps. Not that the now Kalispell Police officer wasn't already following in his actual footsteps, regularly tagging along while he patrolled the Bob Marshall Wilderness. "He was well known in the community, he was a fair and respected man, and I liked that ... that he earned that respect in the ...
6 min read - USDaily Inter Lake, Kalispell, Mont.
Whitefish Council looks at apartment project
May 6—A proposal to create a 21-unit multi-family development project on Iowa Avenue goes before Whitefish City Council on Monday. The plan, by JLA Whitefish, LLC, calls for the building to be constructed on two lots about a half-acre in size. Edgewood Place is along the south of the project and Iowa Avenue is to the west. City Council meets at 7:10 p.m. at City Hall, 418 E. Second St. The ...
3 min read - OpinionSouth Carolina Daily Gazette
Protecting children online begins with equipping parents
Just like every child in America, South Carolina children are being exposed to harmful material online every day. Whether on their smartphones, tablets, or even their school-assigned devices, online safety for minors has become one of the most critical concerns for parents. With reports noting that teens are spending eight and a half hours on […] The post Protecting children online begins with equipping parents appeared first on SC Daily Gazette.
3 min read - PoliticsNBC News
Trump trial resumes after tense week of testimony
Testimony will resume Monday morning in former President Donald Trump's hush money trial, following sometimes heated and sometimes emotional testimony from major witnesses last week.
3 min read - BusinessAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Arizona is poised for further momentum after TSMC, Intel and other semiconductor victories
"There is critical mass — that’s the opportunity we have now in Arizona,” said Brian Harrison, president of TSMC Arizona.
6 min read - USOregon Capital Chronicle
Open state Senate seat in eastern Oregon draws four Republican candidates
Two county commissioners, a mayor and a 20-year-old college student are running for Senate District 29 held by retiring Republican Sen. Bill Hansell for more than a decade. The post Open state Senate seat in eastern Oregon draws four Republican candidates appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
8 min read - SportsAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
What kind of bees are in Arizona? More than 1,300 types. Here's why
The Sonoran desert has over 1,300 types of bees, including the carpenter bee, which you may call the big black bee. But why? Valley 101 explains.
2 min read - USModesto Bee
Scott Peterson wants more DNA testing in hope for new trial. Stanislaus DA responds
The DA’s Office said requests for more DNA testing in Laci Peterson homicide case is a “a fishing expedition in search of a boat.”
3 min read - USMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
Small risk of severe weather forecasted for Milwaukee on Tuesday
The National Weather Service rated Milwaukee at a 1 out of 5 risk level for severe weather on Tuesday afternoon and evening.
2 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Man played video games, drank, smoked marijuana after shaking Gwinnett 2-year-old to death: DA
A Gwinnett County man will spend the rest of his life in prison after prosecutors say he beat and shook a toddler to death then drank, smoke marijuana and played video games.
2 min read - USMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
Milwaukee County Sheriff's deputy shoots and kills man armed with knife after car chase
A Milwaukee County Sheriff’s deputy shot and killed a man armed with a knife Sunday night in the area of the Granville Dog Park.
1 min read - USMiami Herald
Gas prices are higher across Florida. Here are the cheapest places to pump
The latest on what it’s costing you to fill up your vehicle.
2 min read - USOregon Capital Chronicle
Q&A: Republican candidates in 6th Congressional District primary
Four Republicans are running in the primary for Congressional District 6, which is Oregon’s newest, created in 2022 based on the Census. The district includes Polk and Yamhill counties, as well as parts of Marion, Clackamas and Washington counties. Unaffiliated voters make up the largest share of registered voters, at 38%, followed by Democrats at […] The post Q&A: Republican candidates in 6th Congressional District primary appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
13 min read - USThe Coloradoan
Colorado weather alert: Strong wind to hammer Fort Collins, foothills
May 6, Colorado will see a high wind warning (Fort Collins), red flag warning (southeast) and winter weather advisory for the northern mountains.
3 min read - USThe Oklahoman
In new court filing, attorneys for Ryan Walters again blame teachers for bonus issues
Ryan Walters' attorneys ask judge to dismiss a defamation lawsuit filed by teachers who received a $50,000 bonus in error and were ordered to repay
4 min read - USKansas City Star
Severe storms could bring strong winds, heavy rain to Kansas City metro. When will they begin?
Gusts as strong as 70 to 75 mph are possible as severe storms move into the Kansas City area Monday.
1 min read - Technologydpa international
Cables not included: US government auctioning supercomputer
A high-end gaming personal computer can set you back around $5,000, a top-of-the-range Macbook Pro much the same. Chump change, however, compared to what you might end up paying for the Cheyenne, a former US government "super computer" that has been on auction for a week and is going-going but not yet gone, with the top bid slightly over $480,000. The auction was set to close on May 5 with the highest bid to "be considered for award of the sale," albeit with the US government reserving for itsel
2 min read - USKTSM
Monday 9-hour Forecast: Expect strong winds paired with patchy blowing dust
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Happy post Cinco De Mayo! It’s the day after celebrating and honoring Mexico and you’re probably wondering what the weather will look like from here on out. 🎉🌮 Forecasting a high of 86 degrees, we’re predicting to reach 84 degrees by 3 p.m. Haze and dust are expected by noon […]
1 min read - USNBC News
First these families lost their loved ones. Then the man the Army assigned to help them took their money.
Caz Craffy got Gold Star families, survivors of military service members, to hand him their money, then banked huge commissions while making bad investments.
5 min read - USThe Columbus Dispatch
Severe storms possible Tuesday, Wednesday around Columbus, NWS says
A series of storms may hit Columbus Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service. The storms come after a relatively quiet April.
3 min read - USThe State Journal-Register
Months after cash bail ended in Illinois, more changes could be coming. What to know.
The end of cash bail in Illinois has led to jail populations decreasing, new data shows. More changes could be on the horizon.
4 min read - USSavannah Morning News
How hot will the 2024 summer be in Georgia? AccuWeather releases its national forecast
Be careful going outside because AccuWeather's summer forecast is predicting even higher temperatures than normal in Georgia. Here's what to expect.
3 min read - USThe Daily News Journal
MTSU Mondays: $54M upgrade to historic buildings; drug take back nets 76.5 pounds
Here's the latest news from Middle Tennessee State University.
4 min read - USWSB Cox articles
DeKalb County man arrested, charged with murder of manager inside GA Little Caesars
When they arrived, they found Dorminey with multiple gunshot wounds.
1 min read - LifestyleFlorida Today
4 Florida theme park restaurants rank on this ‘Top 10 best theme park restaurants’ list
Here’s where Busch Gardens' and Disney World’s restaurants ranked on USA TODAY’s national list of the 10 best theme park restaurants in the U.S.
2 min read - USPioneer Press, St. Paul, Minn.
Stillwater Middle School students win national award for light-pollution project
A group of 31 sixth graders from Stillwater Middle School wanted to help migrating birds in the St. Croix River Valley. About 80 percent of migrating birds do so at night, using the stars and moon for navigation. According to Corrie Christensen, the sixth-graders’ science teacher, about half of those birds perish due to disorientation caused by light pollution. To help protect the birds, the ...
3 min read - USVirginian Pilot
Man killed in Chesapeake shooting
A man was shot and killed at a business in Chesapeake Sunday night. Police responded to the 5100 block of West Military Highway following a report of a shooting at about 6:26 p.m. The man was taken to a hospital where he died from his injuries. The alleged shooter fled the scene in a vehicle prior to officers’ arrival, according to a news release. Police did not identify the business where the ...
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