SJFD working with 139th Airlift Wing to develop new joint training facility
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City officials are joining efforts to take fire training to the next level in St. Joseph.
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From jitters to joy: SJSD welcomes students for first day of school
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The first day of school always brings a mix of emotions—some kids are excited to be back with friends, while others feel nervous or unsure about what the new year will bring.
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Air Force chief abruptly retires early in latest Pentagon shakeup
By Zachary Cohen, CNN (CNN) — The US Air Force chief of staff, Gen. David Allvin, abruptly announced Monday that he will retire halfway through his four-year term. The move came after Allvin learned that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth planned to push him out of the job, according to a source familiar with the decision.
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Not so easy: The perils and pitfalls in providing Ukraine with security guarantees
By Tim Lister, CNN (CNN) — Security guarantees have become a central focus in discussions about a peace deal for Ukraine, with the country’s President Volodymyr Zelensky saying at the White House Monday that they are the “key issue, a starting point for ending the war.” Zelensky knows that in the long run, Russia’s superior
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Victim of food stamp fraud stumped at how his benefits were used in another state
By Hollani Davis Click here for updates on this story PALM BEACH COUNTY, Florida (WPTV) — Food stamp fraud is on the rise causing even more hardship for some who need help the most. One victim reached out to WPTV Anchor Hollani Davis after he says someone stole his EBT benefits, also known as SNAP
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Crews are using drones to fight the Gifford Fire: Here’s how they work
By Izzy Romero Click here for updates on this story California (KSBY) — Fire crews have been fighting the Gifford Fire in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties using all of their resources and tools— one key standout being the Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) drones. “This aircraft can do aerial ignitions,” said Milton Truong,
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Redemption Roasters brewing a second chance for women incarcerated at women’s correctional facility
By Maggy Wolanske Click here for updates on this story DENVER, Colorado (KOAA) — A local coffee company is brewing a second chance for women incarcerated at Denver Women’s Correctional Facility. Redemption Roasters opened in 2022 as an employment opportunity for inmates, giving them the chance to learn new skills. Scripps News Denver learned about
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US troops won’t be sent to help defend Ukraine, Trump says
By DARLENE SUPERVILLE and AAMER MADHANI Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Tuesday offered his assurances that U.S. troops would not be sent to help defend Ukraine against Russia after seeming to leave open the possibility the day before. Trump also said in a morning TV interview that Ukraine’s hopes of joining
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New Kobe Bryant Dodger-themed mural celebrates 2024 MLB title run
By KABC News Staff Click here for updates on this story REDONDO BEACH, California (KABC) — A new mural in Redondo Beach just screams Los Angeles! Gustavo Zermeño Jr., a muralist who was born and raised in L.A., painted a giant Dodger-themed mural of Kobe Bryant on the side of the Eat Fantastic restaurant on
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Kehoe appoints Hanaway as next attorney general
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) — With Attorney General Andrew Bailey set to head to Washington, D.C., this September to work for the FBI after being tapped by Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel, Gov. Mike Kehoe has appointed a new attorney general.
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Mountain lion strolls through front door of home, coming face-to-face with man
By Tim Caputo Click here for updates on this story LA VERNE, California (KABC) — A family is speaking out after their La Verne home got an unexpected visit from a mountain lion. The front door was wide open, so the big cat made itself right at home. Now, La Verne neighbors are being told
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Takeaways from AP’s reporting on coach accused of abuse at renowned US gymnastics academy
By RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — More than three years after sexual abuse claims were first reported to authorities by his students, the FBI has arrested a former girls’ coach at an elite U.S. gymnastics academy in Iowa on a child pornography charge. The abuse investigation into Sean Gardner, formerly
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Laufey’s new album, ‘A Matter of Time,’ explores anger, love and more
By KARENA PHAN Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Long before the Icelandic Chinese artist Laufey became recognized the world over for her neoclassical jazz-meets-pop music, she was a student, answering a familiar yearbook prompt: “Where do you see yourself in 10 years?” Her answer: Move to the U.S., sign a record deal and win
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Sports on TV for Wednesday, Aug. 20
By The Associated Press (All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts Wednesday, Aug. 20 HORSE RACING 9:30 a.m. FS2 — The Juddmonte International: From York Racecourse, York, England 1 p.m. FS2 — NYRA: Saratoga Live 5 p.m. FS1 — NYRA: Saratoga Live 9 p.m. FS2 — NYRA: Saratoga Live LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL 1
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The Trump administration confirms it’s seeking a stake in Intel. Why? It depends who you ask
By Lisa Eadicicco, CNN New York (CNN) — Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed on Tuesday that the US government is considering an extraordinary investment in struggling chipmaker Intel. But they gave different answers about what the Trump administration sought to do with that stake. Such a deal, if it were
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Pope Leo appoints new bishop for Diocese of Jefferson City
Pope Leo XIV has chosen Father Ralph O’Donnell as the Bishop-Elect for the Diocese of Jefferson City, according to a press release.
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Quentin Tarantino reveals what his ‘best’ movie is
By Lianne Kolirin, CNN (CNN) — Hollywood filmmaker Quentin Tarantino has revealed which of his movies he thinks is the best – and it’s probably not the one you’d expect. The American director has two Academy Awards to his name: one for the screenplay of “Pulp Fiction” in 1994 and another for the screenplay of
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Champion show dog dies after eating new shipment of food, owner says
By Andy Sheehan Click here for updates on this story PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — The owner of a champion show dog claims her dog died after eating a new shipment of dog food. The Scottish poet Sir Walter Scott described the Scottish Deerhound as “the most perfect creature of Heaven,” and when they retired from
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All Times EDT EASTERN CONFERENCE W L Pct GB Atlanta 22 13 .629 — New York 22 13 .629 — Indiana 19 16 .543 3 Washington 16 19 .457 6 Chicago 8 26 .235 13½ Connecticut 7 27 .206 14½ WESTERN CONFERENCE W L Pct GB x-Minnesota 28 6 .824 — Phoenix 21 13 .618
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Sheriff’s deputy fired following traffic stop conduct
By Julie Parr Click here for updates on this story HOPE, Arkansas (KTBS) — The Hempstead County Sheriff’s Office has fired a deputy following concerns over his conduct on a traffic stop. KTBS received a copy of the body camera footage through a records request. The video captures Deputy Jason Johnson stop Olen Lane, 81,
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All Times EDT Eastern Conference W L T Pts GF GA Cincinnati 16 7 4 52 42 34 Philadelphia 15 6 6 51 44 26 Nashville 14 8 5 47 44 31 Orlando City 13 6 8 47 53 35 Inter Miami CF 13 5 6 45 53 39 Columbus 12 5 9 45 42
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All Times EDT East Division W L Pct GB Toronto 74 53 .583 — New York 68 57 .544 5 Boston 68 59 .535 6 Tampa Bay 61 65 .484 12½ Baltimore 59 67 .468 14½ Central Division W L Pct GB Detroit 75 53 .586 — Kansas City 65 61 .516 9 Cleveland 64
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Las Vegas tourism is down. Some blame Trump’s tariffs and immigration crackdown
By TY ONEIL and CHRISTOPHER WEBER Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — Tourism in Las Vegas is slumping this summer, with resorts and convention centers reporting fewer visitors compared to last year, especially from abroad, and some officials are blaming the Trump administration’s tariffs and immigration policies for the decline. The city known for lavish
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North Philadelphia native aims to change lives during his experience at Temple University
By Wakisha Bailey Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (KYW) — Temple University is welcoming its largest freshman class yet. One of the incoming students, a North Philadelphia native and Gates Scholar, hopes to change lives without leaving his neighborhood. “It’s common to see people say they want to fight for change,
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All Times EDT East Division W L Pct GB Philadelphia 73 53 .579 — New York 67 58 .536 5½ Miami 59 67 .468 14 Atlanta 57 69 .452 16 Washington 50 75 .400 22½ Central Division W L Pct GB Milwaukee 79 47 .627 — Chicago 72 54 .571 7 Cincinnati 67 60 .528
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Qatar urges a Gaza ceasefire after a ‘positive response’ from Hamas
By SAM METZ, JON GAMBRELL and SAMY MAGDY Associated Press JERUSALEM (AP) — A key mediator on Tuesday stressed the urgency of brokering a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip after Hamas showed a “positive response” to a proposal from Arab countries, but Israel has yet to weigh in as its military prepares an offensive in
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All Times EDT East Division W L Pct GB Toronto 74 53 .583 — New York 68 57 .544 5 Boston 68 59 .535 6 Tampa Bay 61 65 .484 12½ Baltimore 59 67 .468 14½ Central Division W L Pct GB Detroit 75 53 .586 — Kansas City 65 61 .516 9 Cleveland 64
Continue Reading Zelenskyy deploys gratitude diplomacy in second White House meeting with Trump
By BRIAN MELLEY Associated Press LONDON (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wasn’t going to risk being accused of being ungrateful this time. With peace talks on the table and a chance to rebound from his disastrous White House scolding six months ago, Zelenskyy made sure to show his gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump
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All Times EDT AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division W L Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away RS RA DIFF Toronto 74 53 .583 — — 6-4 W-1 42-21 32-32 624 570 54 New York 68 57 .544 5 +1 7-3 W-4 37-25 31-32 649 540 109 Boston 68 59 .535 6 — 3-7 L-3 41-25
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Aubrey Plaza is ‘functioning,’ but it’s a ‘daily struggle’ after her husband’s death
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Aubrey Plaza is opening up about her life after the death of her husband, Jeff Baena. The “White Lotus” star is a guest on the latest episode of her friend and former “Parks and Recreation” costar Amy Poehler’s podcast, “Good Hang.” Baena, a writer and director, died by
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