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- USUSA TODAY
7 hikers arrested for attempting dangerous Hawaii hike before its permanent removal
Dozens of hopeful hikers are flocking the infamous Stairway to Heaven hike in Hawaii despite it being an active work site for permanent removal.
2 min read - USThe Guardian
Harvey Weinstein: what does ruling mean for California rape conviction?
Mogul’s lawyers say decision in New York will strengthen appeal in Los Angeles but victims confident guilty verdict will be upheld
5 min read - USOdessa American, Texas
PUCT adopts second rule for implementation of the Texas Energy Fund
Apr. 25—AUSTIN — The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) on April 25 adopted a new rule to implement the Texas Energy Fund Completion Bonus Grant Program. The program will provide grants for new dispatchable electric generation facilities or expansions of existing facilities that meet certain planning requirements after June 1, 2023, and interconnect to the Electric Reliability Council ...
2 min read - USOdessa American, Texas
The FBI reminds the flying public about sex assaults on airplanes
Apr. 25—EL PASO — April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and the FBI is once again taking this opportunity to alert the public about a serious federal crime that is on the rise: sexual assault aboard aircraft. While sexual assault can happen anywhere, many people who fly while traveling do not realize that sex assaults can and do occur on airplanes. "Most passengers travel by ...
3 min read - USOdessa American, Texas
Governor Abbott encourages Texans to take part in emergency supplies tax-free weekend
Apr. 25—AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) is encouraging Texans to take part in this year's Emergency Supplies Sales Tax Holiday Weekend starting Saturday, April 27, through Monday, April 29. "Having emergency supplies on-hand is a critical part of being prepared for potential severe weather," Abbott said in a news release. "I encourage Texans ...
1 min read - USOdessa American, Texas
MC announces winners of teaching excellence awards
Apr. 25—Two Midland College faculty members were announced as the recipients of the Dr. Stan Jacobs Teaching Excellence Award at a ceremony April 24, at the Wagner & Brown Auditorium on the Midland College campus. The peer-driven Teaching Excellence Awards are presented each year to select faculty members who have made significant contributions to the intellectual life of the college through ...
2 min read - USOdessa American, Texas
OPD searching for missing man
Apr. 25—The Odessa Police Department is searching for 44-year-old Christopher Simpson. According to a news release, Simpson was last seen in the 2500 block of S. Highway 385 wearing a blue long-sleeve shirt and brown shorts. Anyone with information in reference to his whereabouts is encouraged to call H. Golden at 432-335-4930 or Odessa Crime Stoppers at 432-333-TIPS and reference Case ...
- USOdessa American, Texas
TxDOT issues I-20 traffic alert
Apr. 25—The Texas Department of Transportation issued a traffic alert Thursday for I-20 in Midland County. The eastbound I-20 left main lane within the Midkiff bridge project detour will be closed Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The construction team is repairing pavement in this area. Watch for slow moving traffic in this work zone. Expect delays or use an alternate route if possible. ...
- USNBC News
What Bill Cosby’s overturned conviction could signal about Harvey Weinstein’s case
Harvey Weinstein’s legal team saw some hope on the horizon when Bill Cosby’s indecent assault conviction was overturned three years ago by Pennsylvania’s top court.
5 min read - USThe Daily Republic, Mitchell, S.D.
Howard's Hailey Kizer among South Dakota FFA officers selected for 2024-25
Apr. 25—BROOKINGS — Six South Dakota FFA members were elected to service at the 2024-2025 state FFA Officer team at the 96th South Dakota FFA Convention held recently. These officers represent the state's 6,437 South Dakota FFA members. Hailey Kizer, of Howard, was elected as the Reporter for the group. As State FFA Reporter, Kizer will serve on a team of six officers who will travel across ...
1 min read - SportsThe Daily Republic, Mitchell, S.D.
Irene-Wakonda bee club buzzes with exciting plans
Apr. 25—IRENE, S.D. — There is a buzz of excitement surrounding the halls of the Irene-Wakonda School. A group of students who formed a science/bee club last year is gearing up for a season of fostering beekeeping enthusiasm and education. Founded just last spring, a mere three days before the school year ended, the club reformed this past fall and the club has quickly become a hive of ...
5 min read - USThe Daily Republic, Mitchell, S.D.
Davison County felony court cases for April 23
Apr. 25—MITCHELL — The following cases were among those heard Tuesday, April 23, during a circuit court session at the Davison County Public Safety Center, with Judge Chris Giles presiding: * Jamie Bosone, 39, of Mitchell, was sentenced to five years in prison with five years suspended for possession of a controlled substance (meth), a Class 5 felony that carries a maximum sentence of five ...
4 min read - USTri-City Herald
$36M Lewis Street Overpass opens Friday in Pasco. How to join the celebration
After the celebratory caravan, the overpass will officially be open for drivers.
2 min read - USSacramento Bee
9-year-old boy allegedly abducted by his mother, Sacramento police say
The Police Department on Thursday provided a description of what the boy was wearing.
1 min read - USMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
Traffic deaths disproportionately affect Milwaukee County and its Black and Brown residents, report shows
Milwaukee has the most dangerous roadways in the state and experienced a surge in traffic deaths that is largely impacting Black and Brown lives, a report shows.
6 min read - PoliticsLouisiana Illuminator
U.S. House GOP bars earmarks for certain non-profits, after controversy over LGBTQ projects
WASHINGTON — U.S. House lawmakers will no longer be able to request earmarked funding for some nonprofits under a change in eligibility made by the Republican chairman of the Appropriations Committee on Thursday. The alteration is related to an uproar during last year’s annual government funding process, when House Republicans, who are in the majority, […] The post U.S. House GOP bars earmarks for certain non-profits, after controversy over LGBTQ projects appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
4 min read - USWHIO
Miami Valley Murder Mystery: Who killed Toni Watkins
It happened 35 years ago and the person who killed Toni Watkins probably feels confident that they’ve gotten away with it.
3 min read - USThe Santa Fe New Mexican
Free legal advice Saturday at Northern New Mexico College
Apr. 25—People with a civil or family law issue can receive free assistance Saturday at a legal fair in Española. The event is being put on by the New Mexico Supreme Court Law Library, the First Judicial District Pro Bono Committee and the Volunteer Attorney Program of New Mexico Legal Aid. Attendees will receive a free in-person consultation with volunteer attorneys who will offer help on ...
1 min read - USThe Olympian
Shooting threat forces Nisqually Middle School into lockdown Thursday afternoon
The school and Lacey police received the threats.
1 min read - USKnox News | The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Knox County Schools superintendent: Teachers don't need to carry guns
Jon Rysewyk didn't completely close the door to the idea, saying he'd run requests through the law department.
3 min read - USThe Lima News, Ohio
Putnam grand jury indicts murder suspect
Apr. 25—OTTAWA — A Putnam County grand jury on Wednesday returned murder charges against a Lima man charged with killing a woman during a shooting incident last week in Leipsic. Konner Dunklee, 26, was indicted on charges of aggravated murder in the shooting death of Farrah Croninger, 30, of Deshler. Croninger died April 18 when police say he entered Kitchen Enterprises Trucking Company in ...
1 min read - USPolitico
Why Alvin Bragg Can Still Convict Harvey Weinstein
A former prosecutor in the Manhattan DA’s office says a retrial of the disgraced Hollywood producer can be successful.
6 min read - USFort Worth Star-Telegram
Ineligible Mansfield school board candidate rips opponent, looks toward special election
For a month, he declined interview requests. On Wednesday he answered questions.
3 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Partisan hacks’: Justice Thomas and Alito show their true colors in Trump Immunity arguments
Zoe Lofgren, Democratic Congresswoman from California and Dahlia Lithwick, Senior Editor for Slate, Ian Bassin, Executive Director of Protect Democracy, and Maya Wiley, former U.S. Attorney join Nicolle Wallace on Deadline White House with reaction to the conservative Supreme Court hearing Trump’s immunity claim, calling into question whether Justice Thomas should have recused himself given what his wife was involved with regarding the plot to overturn the 2020 Election.
- USThe Clarion Ledger
U.S. Speaker Mike Johnson shares experience as Christian politician, speaks at Jackson Prep
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson sat down on the Jackson Prep auditorium stage for a "fireside chat" and shared his story.
4 min read - USAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Yavapai County judge rules unmanned ballot drop boxes are legal in Arizona
A judge ruled Thursday that unmanned ballot drop boxes are here to stay in a case that could have monumentally shifted how Arizonans' vote
4 min read - USThe Tribune-Star, Terre Haute, Ind.
A 2014 plea in court could impact a Vigo candidate for treasurer
Apr. 25—A Democratic candidate seeking his party's nomination for Vigo County treasurer may have a problem with his candidacy. Billy Joy of West Terre is one of two candidates vying for the Democratic nomination in the spring primary, the other being Tona J. Bean. On the Republican ballot, Josie Swalls-Thompson is the lone candidate. Two anonymous tipsters this week sent the Tribune-Star ...
4 min read - USThe Tribune-Star, Terre Haute, Ind.
U.S. 41 to have lane closures in Knox County
Apr. 25—The Indiana Department of Transportation announced alternating lane closures for U.S. 41 in Knox County. Beginning on or around May 2, crews will begin alternating lane closures for U.S. 41 over Mariah Creek. These closures will allow for a bridge deck replacement project. Work will begin in the north and southbound passing lanes of U.S. 41 during phase one of this project. Driving ...
1 min read - USThe Tribune-Star, Terre Haute, Ind.
ISU trustees to meet Friday to approve pact with next president
Apr. 25—The Indiana State University board of trustees will conduct a special meeting at 10 a.m. Friday to approve the employment agreement for Michael Godard, who will be the university's 13th president. The meeting will take place in the State Room at Tirey Hall and electronically via Zoom. The meeting will take place both in person and via Zoom at: https://indstate-edu.zoom.us/j/99949891799 ...
1 min read - PoliticsUtah News Dispatch
New EPA rules will force fossil fuel power plants to cut pollution
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday released a sweeping set of rules aimed at cutting air, water and land pollution from fossil fuel-fired power plants. Environmental and clean energy groups celebrated the announcement as long overdue, particularly for coal-burning power plants, which have saddled hundreds of communities across the country with dirty air and […] The post New EPA rules will force fossil fuel power plants to cut pollution appeared first on Utah News Dispatch.
9 min read - USWisconsin Examiner
UW-Platteville vacating Richland campus, Senate Democrats blame Republicans
The University of Wisconsin system announced this week that UW-Platteville will vacate its Richland campus by July — a decision that local officials said will cause adverse effects for the local economy and that Senate Democrats blame on ongoing underfunding of the state’s public universities by Republican lawmakers. UW-Platteville eliminated in-person classes at its two-year […] The post UW-Platteville vacating Richland campus, Senate Democrats blame Republicans appeared first on Wisconsin Exam
4 min read - USThe High Point Enterprise, N.C.
Juvenile accused of threatening school violence
Apr. 25—HIGH POINT — A High Point juvenile was arrested Thursday and accused of posting a message on social media threatening mass violence at a school property, the High Point Police Department said. The details of the message and the school were not released. Police learned of the post about noon Wednesday. Officers determined the threat was not credible and worked to identify a suspect, ...
1 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
‘Outrageous’: Trump legal team presents ridiculous Presidential Immunity argument to Supreme Court
Zoe Lofgren, Democratic Congresswoman from California and Dahlia Lithwick, Senior Editor for Slate join Nicolle Wallace on Deadline White House to break down the arguments held in the Supreme Court regarding Donald Trump’s claim of Presidential Immunity and the court agreeing to hear the case speaks to how far the court has fallen.
- PoliticsNBC News
At Supreme Court, Trump lawyer backs away from absolute immunity argument
D. John Sauer conceded there are allegations in the indictment that do not involve official acts, meaning they would not be subject to any presidential immunity.
7 min read - USThe Decatur Daily, Ala.
Inmate escapes from Decatur work release facility
Apr. 25—The Alabama Department of Corrections is seeking the whereabouts of a man who escaped from North Alabama Community Based Facility in Decatur Wednesday evening, according to an ADOC statement. Thomas LaShawn Davis, 49, was wearing jeans, a blue shirt and brown work boots when he escaped at around 7 p.m. from the facility at 1401 Alabama 20 W., ADOC said. According to the ...
1 min read - PoliticsAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
What happens now that the 11 fake electors have been indicted in Arizona? Here's what to know
Arizona's fake electors tried to hand the 2020 election to Donald Trump. Now they face the gavel in Arizona. The Gaggle podcast finds out what's next.
2 min read - USWPXI
Norwin School District looking to make major renovations to stadium
The home grandstand at Norwin Stadium is nearly 60 years old. The bleachers are the originals from when the stadium was first built.
2 min read - USWPXI
3 teenagers charged in alleged shootout in Summer Hill
Three teenagers are being charged as adults for allegedly being involved in a shootout in a Pittsburgh neighborhood. Channel 11 sources say one of the teenagers has been charged with gun crimes 11 times.
3 min read - USWisconsin Examiner
Work safety advocates list Wisconsin lumber mill where teen died among ‘unsafe’ employers
A northern Wisconsin wood processor where a 16-year-old died after an industrial accident in June 2023 was one of 12 employers listed for egregious workplace hazards by a national advocacy group Thursday. The National Council for Occupational Safety and Health (COSH) put Florence Hardwoods on its 2024 “Dirty Dozen” list of “unsafe and reckless employers […] The post Work safety advocates list Wisconsin lumber mill where teen died among ‘unsafe’ employers appeared first on Wisconsin Examiner.
5 min read - USRhode Island Current
With more bus driver applications coming in, RIPTA avoids service cuts
PROVIDENCE — Facing a budget shortfall of $18 million next fiscal year, decreased ridership and the sudden resignation of its CEO, Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA)’s interim leader, Christopher Durand, has his work cut out for him. But Durand, who previously served as the bus agency’s finance chief for the last three years, said […] The post With more bus driver applications coming in, RIPTA avoids service cuts appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
5 min read - USTexas Tribune
Coal power plants must reduce pollution under new federal rules
The rules will require coal-fueled plants, including Texas plants that produced about 12% of power on the state’s grid this year, to reduce carbon emissions and mercury pollution and handle disposed coal ash more safely.
3 min read - USAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Thunderstorm warning issued for Coconino County
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Coconino County starting at 3:53 p.m. April 25.
3 min read - USKansas City Star
Despite objections, KC Council votes to scrap plan for city’s first low barrier shelter
In January, Hope Faith Ministries had their proposal for the low barrier shelter accepted, but Thursday’s 8-2 vote means they must start over with the bidding process.
7 min read - USTri-City Herald
Tri-Cities man accused of drinking before high speed crash that sent 3 people to hospital
Now he’s facing charges for the injuries caused in the February wreck.
2 min read - USMcAlester News-Capital, Okla.
Arbor Day celebration going on, rain or not
Apr. 25—An Arbor celebration at the Kiamichi Technology Center in McAlester will go on as scheduled — rain or shine. That's the word from McAlester Community Tree Board President Lacey Sudderth. The Arbor Day celebration is set for 11 a.m.on Friday, April 26, on the south end of the KTC Campus at 301 Kiamichi Drive in McAlester. "Rain is in the forecast," Sudderth noted, and added if it's is ...
2 min read - USWJAX
Jury recommends death for Patrick McDowell, man who killed Nassau deputy in 2021
A jury has recommended the death penalty for a man who killed a Nassau County deputy during a 2021 traffic stop.
2 min read - USDetroit Free Press
Flint marks 10 years since water crisis began, but residents say: 'It's not over'
Flint residents say they still don't trust the water: "This is an atrocity that should not have happened to nobody," said Claudia Perkins, 71.
5 min read - USWPXI
No arrests, citations as police continue to monitor encampment by Pitt
No arrests, citations, or “major issues of concern” have been reported at the growing Pro-Palestinian encampment at Schenley Plaza, according to a Public Safety spokesperson.
2 min read - USJournal Star
Teen faces multiple animal cruelty charges for allegedly throwing cat out window of car
The 16-year-old will remain in juvenile court because he does not have any prior criminal history.
1 min read - OpinionThe Tennessean
Tennessee supply chain industry is booming, but what's missing is enough workers
Opinion: Institutions of higher education in Tennessee are working to train enough supply chain managers to fill a multimillion worker need.
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