A person is in custody after 8 people were shot in Philadelphia, police say
Eight people have been shot in a southwest neighborhood of Philadelphia, police said Monday evening.
2023-07-04 09:58
How Ron DeSantis gained a fan base among some suburban women far from Florida
In the early days of the Covid pandemic, mothers frustrated that opening schools seemed a low priority formed communities online. Ron DeSantis became their hero.
2023-07-04 08:59
Green economy, security in focus as Indonesia, Australia leaders meet in Sydney
By Kirsty Needham SYDNEY The green economy, an easing of business visas for Indonesians, and regional security will
2023-07-04 08:47
Lawsuit alleges Harvard gives preferential treatment to legacy admissions, who are 'overwhelmingly' White
Three minority advocacy groups are suing Harvard University's governing body, accusing the school of discrimination by giving preferential treatment to children of wealthy donors and alumni, and are citing the recent US Supreme Court ruling that gutted affirmative action to bolster their lawsuit.
2023-07-04 08:18
Ohio governor asks Biden to declare disaster for East Palestine train derailment
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has asked President Joe Biden to issue a major disaster declaration for the February 3 train derailment in East Palestine that released massive amounts of toxic chemicals, triggered evacuations and extensive, ongoing, cleanup efforts.
2023-07-04 07:59
No credible security threats ahead of 47th annual Macy's 4th of July fireworks show, NYPD says
New York officials say there are no credible threats ahead of Tuesday's annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration in Manhattan, but there will be heightened security, including thousands of police officers, across the city.
2023-07-04 06:47
Biden nominates controversial former Trump-appointee to Public Diplomacy Commission
President Joe Biden announced Monday his intention to nominate a former appointee under former President Donald Trump with a controversial past in Latin America to the bipartisan United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy.
2023-07-04 06:24
5 dead in North Myrtle Beach plane crash
Five people have died following a plane crash in North Myrtle Beach on Sunday, according to police.
2023-07-04 06:21
Los Angeles officials urge beachgoers to stay away from poisoned sea lions amid Fourth of July celebrations
Ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, public health officials in Los Angeles are advising beachgoers to avoid sea lions that have been sickened by toxins from large algae blooms coating California beaches.
2023-07-04 04:50
How to watch the Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest
Thousands of people will gather at Coney Island on Tuesday to watch competitive eaters scarf down mountains of sausages and buns during the annual Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest.
2023-07-04 02:28
Two killed in Russian drone strike on northern Ukrainian city
KYIV (Reuters) -At least two people were killed and 19 others were wounded in a Russian drone attack on the
2023-07-04 00:45
Drag queens are out, proud and loud in a string of coal towns, from a bingo hall to blue-collar bars
In red communities across America, lawmakers are pushing to restrict drag performances or LGBTQ+ rights
2023-07-04 00:19