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- USRaleigh News and Observer
Meet the eight star recruits who will be interning for The News & Observer this summer
Eight interns from six colleges in five states will work with The N&O in reporting, photojournalism and audience development roles.
4 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Mother of US Airman killed by Florida deputy calls for justice at Atlanta vigil
The mother of slain U.S. Airman Roger Fortson is calling for justice after his death in Florida.
2 min read - USThe Decatur Daily, Ala.
23 charged with theft after Redstone Federal Credit Union loses over $2 million to fraud
May 11—Eighteen of 23 people charged with theft after allegedly receiving fraudulent account transfers through Redstone Federal Credit Union totaling over $2 million were arrested Wednesday, according to the Morgan County Sheriff's Office. "The funds were then used through various means: ATM withdrawals, in-store or online purchases, and Cash App," MCSO said in a press release. "To date, there ...
2 min read - USThe Decatur Daily, Ala.
'He would be so happy': Special Olympics torch run honors late police chief
May 11—Dozens of officers and deputies gathered Friday morning at the Morgan County Sheriff's Office for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run — the first since former Decatur police Chief Ed Taylor, a Special Olympics advocate, died last month. "It's a wonderful event," said Carol Taylor, Ed Taylor's widow. "They've raised many, many dollars for the Special Olympics, and my son has benefited ...
4 min read - USKRQE Albuquerque
Active weather returns across New Mexico today
We are waking up to strong east canyon winds across the Albuquerque Metro, these will begin to die down slightly as we head into the late morning and afternoon hours. More widespread moisture will arrive to east central and northern New Mexico this morning before a line of strong thunderstorms develops in the afternoon. An […]
1 min read - LifestyleNortheast Mississippi Daily Journal, Tupelo
Sleeping through the possible end of the world
I awoke to the klaxon of my phone’s weather alarm, intended to warn me of any potential natural disasters that may wander my way. Heavy rain. Tornadoes. Kidnapped children. All the emergencies. Still tangled within the web of deep sleep, it took me several moments to recognize that I was both awake and, as a bonus, possibly in mortal danger. I think I said something along the lines of, “Ugh.” ...
3 min read - USNortheast Mississippi Daily Journal, Tupelo
Tupelo, Booneville to host memorials for fallen police officers next week
TUPELO — At least two northeast Mississippi communities will host ceremonies next week as part of National Law Enforcement Memorial Week. The Northeast Mississippi Law Enforcement Memorial Service, hosted by Wives of Warriors and C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors), will begin at 6 p.m. outside the theater at the Elvis Presley Birthplace in Tupelo. The memorial service was started more ...
2 min read - PoliticsTPM
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8 min read - USWPIX New York City, NY
Solar storm 2024: What should you do to prepare?
Power operators and other groups that maintain critical infrastructure are preparing for what might happen when the coronal mass ejections, or CMEs, hit Earth. But is there anything you should be doing?
2 min read - USAustin American-Statesman
Austin ISD's budget deficit balloons to $89 million: 'This is as serious as it gets'
The Austin school district announced Thursday its budget deficit will grow from $60 million to $89 million. Cuts will come, officials said.
4 min read - LifestyleThe Columbus Dispatch
Native Plant: Chokecherry is a plant for all seasons
Although poisonous to humans, chokecherry has many great benefits for nature and wildlife.
2 min read - USLansing State Journal
Road construction begins Monday on I-69 north of Lansing
The work will require closing Peacock Road at the I-69 overpass, as well as lane closures on the freeway above, MDOT said.
1 min read - USStar Tribune (Minneapolis)
'Watching history happen': Minnesota's redesigned state flag makes its debut at the State Capitol
In a solemn, pre-dawn ceremony, the flag that's been flying over Minnesota's Capitol for decades was lowered for the last time. Voices hushed in a crowd of more than a dozen onlookers at 5 a.m. on Saturday as the flag with Civil War-era imagery was carefully carried from the darkened Capitol rooftop to the building's front steps, where two National Guard members folded it into a tri-cornered ...
5 min read - BusinessWJZY
Home prices jumped in these cities last year; 90% of metros saw increases in 2024: NAR
Despite persistently-high mortgage rates, home prices in U.S. metro areas continue to rise in 2024, new data shows – see where prices have soared most.
2 min read - USOregon Capital Chronicle
‘Mom’ legislators see their numbers, influence grow but barriers to elected office remain
For the second time while serving in the Nevada Legislature, Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro gave birth last year. And again, she publicly pledged to continue full participation in her duties. As the nation’s groundbreaker when it comes to working moms in a state capital, Nevada made history in 2019 as the only female-majority legislative […] The post ‘Mom’ legislators see their numbers, influence grow but barriers to elected office remain appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
13 min read - PoliticsThe Olympian
3 Bob Fergusons file for crowded WA Governor’s race as filing week comes to a close
The deadline to file for 2024 state elections ended Friday at 5 p.m.
6 min read - LifestyleSan Luis Obispo Tribune
Massive ranch is where the buffalo roam in SLO County. But how did they get there?
“It was something different,” the ranch manager said.
7 min read - PoliticsNBC News
Biden shores up Silicon Valley support despite lack of enthusiasm
resident Joe Biden is shoring up his support among tech industry Democrats, some of whom are setting aside their reluctance about a second term to focus instead on keeping former President Donald Trump from returning to the White House.
6 min read - USSacramento Bee
6 Northern California farms where you can pick your own cherries, strawberries and more
Blueberries, blackberries, peaches and other fruits are ready for picking at these farms.
3 min read - USPeople
Teen Admits Throwing Large Rock onto Highway, Killing 20-Year-Old Driver
Alexa Bartell was killed when a rock was thrown through her window as she drove
2 min read - USTri-City Herald
For 1st time in 20 years, Kennewick Republican Brad Klippert won’t be on the ballot
He’s run for five different state and federal offices since 2004.
2 min read - LifestyleRaleigh News and Observer
‘Sandwich generation’: How Raleigh family built an ADU for aging parents in their yard
Multigenerational living is on the rise. For many families, like the Steins, building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) was the solution.
8 min read - USWCMH
19 confirmed tornadoes in Ohio during Tuesday’s storms
The National Weather Service has counted at least 19 tornadoes touched down in Ohio Tuesday night during rounds of severe storms, based on its preliminary reports.
2 min read - PoliticsTri-City Herald
WA GOP Semi Bird files to run for governor in ‘historic moment.’ Who else is running
“... we will be a beacon for the rest of the nation.”
5 min read - USWKRN articles
Retirees are flocking to these 2 cities in Tennessee, study says
According to a recent collection of data, retirees are flocking to two Tennessee cities to spend their golden years.
2 min read - LifestyleThe Olympian
Answers to the most-asked gardening questions about hanging baskets, hot spots in the yard
Now’s the time to make some choices as nurseries are well stocked for Mother’s Day.
3 min read - USThe Tribune-Democrat, Johnstown, Pa.
Johnstown's city manager search continues
May 11—JOHNSTOWN, Pa. — The City of Johnstown is accepting applications for its soon-to-be-vacant city manager position through May 31. The municipality finds itself looking for a new top administrator after current City Manager Ethan Imhoff unexpectedly gave 60 days notice in mid-April, announcing that he plans to leave and become the manager of Hollidaysburg Borough, his hometown. June 17 is ...
3 min read - USThe Tribune-Democrat, Johnstown, Pa.
'Heartfelt congratulations': Penn Highlands graduates 29th class
May 11—JOHNSTOWN, Pa. — Excited, nervous and ready for the next step in their lives were a few ways the Pennsylvania Highlands Community College's 29th graduating class summarized their emotions at Friday's commencement. "I'm mostly proud of myself and excited," Emily Evans said while waiting for graduation to start. The Somerset County resident studied medical coding and billing at Penn ...
2 min read - USBluefield Daily Telegraph, W.Va.
More Republicans have voted early in Mercer: Today is West Virginia's last day for early voting before May 14 primary
May 11—By GREG JORDAN Bluefield Daily Telegraph PRINCETON — Today West Virginia's voters have one more chance to go to the polls early before the 2024 Primary Election arrives Tuesday, May 14. Today is West Virginia's final day for early voting. Early voting polls in Mercer County are open today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Around 2:30 p.m. Friday, 753 Democrats, 180 Independent, 3 Libertarian, 621 ...
2 min read - USTallahassee Democrat
Live storm updates: More than 80K electric customers still without power in Tallahassee area
More than 80,000 electric customers in Leon and nearby counties were without power Saturday, a day after reported tornadoes pummeled North Florida.
5 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Canton man sentenced to life in prison after killing a man ‘execution style’ during a home invasion
A Canton man pled guilty to an execution-style murder and home invasion, among other charges, on Friday and was sentence to life in prison.
4 min read - USWPXI
Saturday morning fog transitions to scattered showers, storms in afternoon
Watch for patchy dense fog on Saturday morning, especially along the river valleys. We’ll start the day dry, but the first round of rain will push in closer to 11 a.m. or noon, lasting about an hour or two.
1 min read - USWJZY
Motorcyclist killed after overturning in Catawba County: NCSHP
Around 11:40 p.m. on Friday, highway patrol responded to Oxford School Road near US 70.
1 min read - BusinessAustin American-Statesman
Graduating from college? Austin metro has the best rental market in the US, study says
The article made rankings based on factors such as rental affordability and availability and measures on job stability and opportunities.
1 min read - USBelleville News-Democrat
Appellate court orders new detention hearing for Troy man charged with fleeing police
Prosecutor calls decision an “important win for the safety of police officers, motorists, highway workers and pedestrians across Illinois.”
3 min read - USKFOR articles
‘Address them issues later’: Caddo Co. escapee search continues, cause under investigation
The Caddo County Sheriff's Office told News 4 Friday an investigation into how three jail inmates who escaped custody is underway.
2 min read - BusinessThe Oklahoman
Which airlines are the safest, most affordable in Oklahoma City?
See which airlines are the most affordable and safest to fly out of Oklahoma City.
2 min read - OpinionThe Des Moines Register
AI can make it hard to separate truth from fiction. Here’s how to tell the difference.
Opinion: Misleading stories and pictures and voices and videos are all over, but it's possible to figure out what's trustworthy, writes Greg Ganske.
8 min read - USThe Pueblo Chieftain
Colorado governor comes to Pueblo, signs bill creating new railroad safety protections
Gov. Jared Polis came to Pueblo Friday to sign into law a bill that increases railroad safety and establishes a state Office of Rail Safety.
2 min read - LifestyleAustin American-Statesman
3 Austin barbecue restaurants make Yelp's Top 100 BBQ spot list
A new list of top barbecue restaurants is showing some love to Austin spots.
1 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Governor and Republican legislative leaders make budget progress; Democrats sidelined
The governor's summit conference led to more agreement on budget issues, but some felt Democratic Party involvement was lacking.
5 min read - USBucks County Courier Times
Forecast could deliver wind, rain for Mother’s Day; how long will it stick around?
Mother's Day weekend won't be a complete washout for Bucks County and South Jersey, but pack a jacket and umbrella, just in case.
2 min read - USThe Oklahoman
What is causing all the recent Edmond earthquakes?
People living in Edmond are continuing to feel the ground shake. Recent earthquakes are being attributed to stronger ones that happened early in 2024.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
Robert F. Kennedy files to run as independent presidential candidate in Oklahoma
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., 70, completed his statement of candidacy and paid Oklahoma’s $35,000 fee to appear on the ballot as an independent candidate.
1 min read - USAustin American-Statesman
Taylor foundation donates 68 acres for new University of Texas facility near Samsung
The Temple Foundation at Taylor has donated 68 acres of land near Samsung to the University of Texas for a new facility.
2 min read - USStatesman Journal
Briel's BBQ pop-up owner charged in connection to death of dependent person
The owner of local pop-up Briel's BBQ has been charged with manslaughter in connection to the death of a person in his care in August 2022.
2 min read - USStatesman Journal
News Briefs: Ride of Silence, Woodburn Police open house, Methodist bishop in Monmouth
The Salem Cinema also will host a screening of Above The Trees, which was filmed in Southern Oregon, followed by a Q&A with the director and producer.
3 min read - USThe Register-Guard
5 affordable housing projects top the list in Eugene seeking city funding in 2024
Obtaining project funding takes months of work and preparation. Here's a look at the five proposals the AHTF Advisory Committee assessed this year.
12 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Gov. Stitt on why he signed controversial immigration bill: 'We have to be a law and order state'
Gov. Kevin Stitt discussed two recent bills. He vetoed the Oklahoma Survivors Act and signed the anti-immigration bill criticized by many Latinos.
4 min read - BusinessLansing State Journal
Five retail shops have opened up in downtown Lansing's century-old Atrium Building
Nonprofit Downtown Lansing Inc. started Middle Village on South Washington Square in 2021. The micro market moved to the Atrium Building this month.
4 min read