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Taylor Swift in shock as 3rd child dies from stabbing attack in UK dance class Scripps News 2024-07-31 | Taylor Swift is speaking out after three children were killed and 10 people were wounded during a stabbing attack at a Swift-themed dance class event in Southport, Merseyside, England on Monday.“The horror of yesterday's attack in Southport is washing over me continuously, and I'm just completely in shock,” Swift said. “The loss of life and innocence, and the horrendous trauma inflicted on everyone who was there, the families, and first responders..."More here: scrippsnews.com/world/europe/taylor-swift-says-shes-in-shock-as-3rd-child-dies-from-stabbing-attack-on-uk-dance-classPhoto: James Speakman/PA via AP and Ed Zurga, File/AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Russia poses greatest threat to 2024 US election interference, officials say Scripps News 2024-07-30 | US intelligence officials say Russia continues to pose the greatest threat when it comes to the spread of disinformation in the 2024 presidential election.Groups linked to the Kremlin are increasingly hiring Russian marketing and communications firms to disseminate propaganda, and the goal is to get Americans to trust the information and repost it.Officials have also warned that Iran is also expanding its efforts and China is proceeding cautiously.More here: scrippsnews.com/politics/america-votes/russia-is-relying-on-unwitting-americans-to-spread-election-disinformation-us-officials-sayPhoto: AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Support growing for Pennsylvanias Josh Shapiro to become Harris VP pick Scripps News 2024-07-30 | Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is arguably the leading VP candidate for the likely Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.Though Shapiro has a high favorability rating in his state and among those supporting his VP nomination, he also faces notable criticism.Shapiro has been opposed to Palestinian protests against Israel, and his office has come under fire for the handling of a sexual harassment investigation involving one of his longtime aides.Photo: AP Photo/Matt Rourke-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
First Look at Scripps News Reports Assignment: Haiti | Descent Into Anarchy Scripps News 2024-07-30 | Just 700 nautical miles from the US, violent paramilitary gangs commit widespread and severe human rights atrocities to maintain their unprecedented power of Haiti. Scripps News International Correspondent Jason Bellini traveled to Port-au-Prince to document the human toll of Haiti’s descent into anarchy.Watch Scripps News Reports 'Assignment: Haiti | Descent Into Anarchy' this Saturday night at 7/6c - scrippsnews.com/live-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Senator Hawley grills acting Secret Service director over Trump rally shooting Scripps News 2024-07-30 | Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe was grilled by Senator Josh Hawley and other lawmakers Tuesday over alleged security failures in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally earlier this month in Butler, Pennsylvania.Kevin Wolf/APMore here: scrippsnews.com/us-news/trump-assassination-attempt/acting-secret-service-director-calls-trump-assassination-attempt-a-failure-on-multiple-levels-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Israel strikes Beirut targeting commander accused in deaths of 12 children Scripps News 2024-07-30 | AP via Scripps NewsThe Israeli military said Tuesday it carried out a strike on Beirut targeting the militant commander allegedly behind the deaths of 12 children and teens in a rocket attack on the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights over the weekend.Israel has blamed the rocket attack on the Hezbollah militant group, which has denied any role in the attack. A Hezbollah official and the group’s TV station said that an Israeli airstrike hit Hezbollah’s stronghold south of Beirut on Tuesday evening, causing damage.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Olympic officials postpone mens triathlon amid bacteria levels in Seine River Scripps News 2024-07-30 | The International Olympic Committee said that the men's triathlon event scheduled for Tuesday has been postponed due to concerns over the water quality in the Seine River. The postponement came after officials detected high levels of E. coli in the river.The postponement comes following assurances that the Seine River would be safe for participants.The men's triathlon event is now scheduled for Wednesday. The women's triathlon event, which was already scheduled for Wednesday, is still slated to occur.Aurélie Merle, executive director of Sports for Paris 2024, told reporters that the decision was made after conducting four river tests and finding that three of the tests indicated unsafe pollution levels. She suggested that rain from July 26 and 27 caused poor water quality in the Seine.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Trump criticizes Kamalas laugh, says he will probably debate her Scripps News 2024-07-30 | In a Fox News interview, former President Donald Trump took shots at the likely Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump claimed she was worse than Bernie Sanders while also criticizing her laugh. The former president also stated he ‘probably’ will debate Kamala Harris but ‘can also make a case for not.’When President Biden was still the likely Democratic nominee, he and Trump agreed to a September debate with ABC News, but right now, it's unclear if that will move forward with Harris instead.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
17-year-old arrested after 2 children were killed in stabbing at Taylor Swift-themed event Scripps News 2024-07-30 | A stabbing Monday at a children's dance class in Southport, Merseyside, England killed two children and wounded 11 other people, police said. The two adults who were injured in the attack were trying to protect the children, police said. The attack happened at a community center that was hosting a Taylor Swift-themed event for young children, The Associated Press reported. Officers arrested a 17-year-old boy and seized a knife after the bloody rampage.More here: scrippsnews.com/world/europe/stabbing-in-northwest-england-leaves-8-injured-including-childrenPhoto: James Speakman/PA via AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
The viral AI Kamala Harris video shared by Elon Musk was allegedly meant as parody Scripps News 2024-07-30 | Scripps News' Liz Landers spoke to the creator of the viral AI-generated video of Kamala Harris that Elon Musk shared.See why he’s defending the owner of X.More here: scrippsnews.com/politics/man-behind-viral-ai-generated-kamala-harris-video-tells-scripps-news-it-was-meant-as-parodyPhoto: Stephanie Scarbrough, Pool/AP and Frederic Legrand - COMEO/Shutterstock-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Park Fire becomes sixth largest wildfire in California history Scripps News 2024-07-29 | Firefighters in Northern California made some progress in containing the state's largest blaze this year, the Park Fire, partly thanks to improving weather conditions over the weekend.The Park Fire, which officials said was caused by arson, has burned nearly 370,000 acres across Butte, Plumas, Shasta and Tehama counties — an area that is roughly half the size of the state of Rhode Island.The fire prompted evacuations of over 3,500 residents and a response from over 4,800 fire personnel with hundreds of fire engines. The latest information from CalFire indicated that 100 homes and structures have been destroyed since the fire began on Wednesday, but no fatalities have been reported.CalFire officials said the Park Fire is now the sixth-largest in the state's history, but that ranking could change before it's completely extinguished.More here: scrippsnews.com/us-news/californias-largest-blaze-this-year-only-slightly-contained-after-burning-over-360k-acresphoto credit: Nic Coury/AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Both sides claim victory in Venezuelas presidential election Scripps News 2024-07-29 | A showdown is brewing in Venezuela over the results of this weekend's presidential election. The opposition, led by candidate Edmundo Gonzalez, has claimed victory despite the government declaring incumbent President Nicolas Maduro the winner.It says that Maduro won by 7% points but has not yet released the results from polling stations, which is raising concerns among other nations, including the United States.Photos: AP -------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Israel vows retaliation after rocket strike kills 12 children at soccer field Scripps News 2024-07-29 | There are growing fears of escalation in the Middle East after Israel responded to the rocket strike that killed at least 12 children on a soccer field in an Israeli-controlled area.Israel claims the militant group Hezbollah is behind Saturday's attack, though they have denied involvement. The strike is the deadliest attack on Israeli civilians since the Hamas invasion back in early October.This comes just days after Netanyahu traveled to Washington, DC, to speak with Congress, President Biden, Vice President Harris, and former President Trump.Photo: Magen David Adom -------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
As DNC looms, voters await VP choice by Kamala Harris Scripps News 2024-07-29 | Voters are awaiting the VP choice by Kamala Harris, as the Democratic National Convention (DNC) is set to begin in three weeks in Chicago. Deputy Political Director Joe St George, looks at the current front runners and what they could bring to the ticket.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Biden calling for SCOTUS overhaul, with term limits & binding ethics code Scripps News 2024-07-29 | President Joe Biden is calling for broad reform of the U.S. Supreme Court, including term limits for justices, a binding code of ethics, and a constitutional amendment to limit the high court's recent presidential immunity ruling.In an op-ed published Monday morning, President Biden outlined the three-pronged proposal that he called a means to "restore trust and accountability" in America's democratic institutions. It includes the following:- Justices to be nominated by the sitting president every two years to serve an 18-year term on the Supreme Court- Congress to pass legislation that requires justices to disclose gifts, refrain from political involvement, and recuse themselves from cases in which they or their spouses have a conflict of interest- A constitutional amendment stating that any current or former presidents are not immune from federal prosecution for any crimes committed while in office.Photo: Mariam Zuhaib/Jacquelyn Martin/APMore Here: scrippsnews.com/politics/biden-calls-for-supreme-court-overhaul-including-term-limits-and-binding-ethics-code-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Family caregivers in America | Scripps News Reports Scripps News 2024-07-27 | About 53 million Americans are caregivers, and the count is growing as the population ages.In this Scripps News Reports special, we investigate a quiet but widespread problem that tens of millions of Americans face: Caring for a loved one while being unable to completely care for themselves.About 53 million Americans are caregivers, and the count is growing as the population ages. Caregivers are largely unpaid, but still contribute roughly $600 billion annually across 36 billion hours of care.These people are often faceless and nameless in the grand scheme, except to those friends and loved ones they're caring for.Scripps News sits down with some of them — who might already be familiar faces to you — to hear their stories about caring for family, struggling with finances and working to change the policies that affect millions of people like them every day.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
The Green Behind the Gold: The cost of putting on the 2024 Paris Olympic Games Scripps News 2024-07-26 | The Olympics can be an expensive event, both for the cities that host them and for the athletes that compete in them.In this special report, Scripps News speaks with athletes, experts and our correspondents worldwide to focus on the money behind the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.We pull back the curtain on how much cities pay to host the Games and the price for athletes to represent their country, investigate the bidding process that goes into hosting the games and explore the costs of building specialized competition venues and mass transit to handle a huge audience.Economists explain the history of Olympic Games going over budget, we dig into what it costs for athletes to win, and how much they can win if they make it to the podium. And we hear from athletes themselves about working second jobs so they can chase their dreams of Olympic gold.More here: scrippsnews.com/shows/main-and-wallPhoto: Francois-Xavier Marit/Pool Photo via AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Watch Who Will Care Saturday | 7/6c on Scripps News Scripps News 2024-07-26 | Being a family caregiver can be extremely difficult. Yvette Nicole Brown knows this well. Hear more this Saturday at 7 PM ET in a Scripps News special called "Who Will Care."-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
RFK Jr. tells Scripps News he has no intention of dropping out Scripps News 2024-07-26 | Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennnedy Jr. told Scripps News on Friday that he has no intention of dropping out of the presidential race.His comments come after reports have suggested he could exit the race and endorse former President Donald Trump. "I never intended to get out of the campaign. That's just fake news," Kennedy said.He added, "I have no plans to endorse any other candidate. I'm in it to win it. Our donations are way up, our social engagement up a thousand percent since President Biden dropped out. Our volunteers are up, our email engagement is up. We have tremendous momentum right now and we intend to win this campaign," Kennedy told Scripps News.When asked whether there was anything that could cause him to endorse Trump, Kennedy said, "Not that I can think of."When pressed about his conversations with Trump, Kennedy repeated that he would not detail private conversations.photo: Jose Luis Magana/APMore here: scrippsnews.com/politics/rfk-jr-speaks-to-scripps-news-about-the-presidential-race-im-in-it-to-win-it-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Southwest Airlines, famous for its choose-your-own seat policy, is saying no more! Scripps News 2024-07-26 | In 2025, Southwest will start assigning seats AND offering more premium seating options with extra legroom. The company will also be offering overnight flights, the very first one landing on the morning of Valentine’s Day ❤️✈️ This change is an effort to appeal to changing customer desires and increase company profits. ✈️Scripps News' Megan Liz Smith reports. #southwest #southwestairlines #southwestseating-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Oklahoma releases guidelines for schools on Bible teachings Scripps News 2024-07-26 | Following backlash over Oklahoma's mandate that the Bible be incorporated into public school teaching plans, State Superintendent Ryan Walters has released guidance for teachers. The new guidelines say educators should only look at the Bible's “historical literary and secular benefits by highlighting the influence on Western civilization.”They stipulate that the Bible is "not to be used for religious purposes such as preaching or indoctrination." The Oklahoma Education Association has criticized this mandate, saying it forces teachers into a position that potentially violates the constitution.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Confronting Neo-Nazi Hate in Nashville Scripps News 2024-07-26 | Neo-Nazis have repeatedly shown up in Nashville in recent weeks, livestreaming as they wave swastika flags and harass the public. Scripps News Nashville Chief Investigative Reporter Phil Williams confronted the group, known as the Goyim Defense League, challenging their public hate speech and misinformation. More here: scrippsnews.com/us-news/confronting-neo-nazi-hate-when-i-look-at-you-guys-i-do-not-think-master-race-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Biden, Harris push for ceasefire & release of hostages in Netanyahu meetings Scripps News 2024-07-26 | President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a consistent message in separate meetings with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Thursday, pushing for a ceasefire deal that would pause the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas and allow for the release of hostages. Scripps News International Correspondent Jason Bellini has more.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Leader, founder of Mexican drug cartel arrested along with son of El Chapo Scripps News 2024-07-26 | Ismael Zambada also known as "El Mayo," one of Mexico's most notorious drug kingpins who's been a fugitive from the law for nearly 30 years, is now in US custody. Zamata was arrested along with one of El Chapo's sons, who is also a major player in the Sinaloa cartel's current operations. The justice department said the two were arrested last night in Texas.A Mexican federal official told the associated press that Zamata and Guzman Lopez arrived in the US on a private plane and then turned themselves into authorities.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for president Scripps News 2024-07-26 | Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama are putting their support behind Kamala Harris for president.In a statement Friday, the Obamas said they "couldn’t be more excited for her -- or more thrilled to endorse" the vice president."There is no doubt in our mind that Kamala Harris has exactly what it takes to win this election and deliver for the American people," a statement from the Obamas says.After the Democratic Party essentially united behind Harris following President Joe Biden's decision to drop out of the 2024 race, there had been a lot of questions about when the Obamas would endorse the vice president. Scripps News reported on Thursday that the endorsement was expected "soon," and Mr. Obama and Harris had been in regular touch with each other.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Arson attacks disrupt French train lines ahead of Olympic opening ceremony Scripps News 2024-07-26 | Just hours before the Olympic opening ceremony, a coordinate strike has brought travel chaos to French trains.Arson attacks paralyzed three of the country's high speed rail lines, causing widespread delays and cancellations.Scripps News' Correspondent Ross Collen is in Paris tracking the latest developments.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
The rise in political violence across America Scripps News 2024-07-26 | FBI Director Christopher Wray testified on Capitol Hill Wednesday detailing new information about the assassination attempt against former President Trump. But he also spoke to a growing trend across the country of political violence that experts say has been pointing to something like this for years."We are in an elevated threat environment, and we have been for some time, and that comes from a variety of quarters," Wray said. "It is, it is, quite frankly, a dangerous time to be a prominent public official."The data is overwhelming. Since 2016, threats against members of Congress and federal judges have increased by 700% and 160% respectively. Additionally, one in five local elected officials report threats every three months. And according to a Reuters report, 213 cases of political violence since the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol marks the "biggest and most sustained increase in political violence" in 50 years.More here: scrippsnews.com/us-news/growing-trend-of-political-violence-in-the-us-before-trump-assassination-attemptphoto: AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Sen. Laphonza Butler speaks with Scripps News on Kamala Harris campaign Scripps News 2024-07-25 | Sen. Laphonza Butler (D-CA), who served as a senior advisor to Kamala Harris when she was running for president in 2020, spoke to Scripps News’ Nathaniel Reed on the vice president’s candidacy as the likely Democratic Party nominee for the 2024 election.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
From 8 Days To 50: Boeing Starliner astronauts still stuck in space Scripps News 2024-07-25 | NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are now 50 days into a mission that was supposed to last only eight.The two veteran test pilots were nearing the International Space Station when their Boeing Starliner spacecraft suffered multiple helium leaks and thruster malfunctions. While engineers are working around the clock testing repairs, NASA officials said Thursday they need more time.photo: NASA/APscrippsnews.com-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
NORAD sends jets to intercept Chinese, Russian warplanes flying near Alaska Scripps News 2024-07-25 | The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) successfully intercepted Chinese and Russian warplanes flying near Alaska.NORAD conducted the inception yesterday, which marked the first time the two countries had been intercepted while operating together. NORAD says the joint air activity was not seen as a threat.Photo: Russian Defense Ministry Press Service via AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
What caused the Yellowstone geyser explosion? Scripps News 2024-07-25 | A sudden geothermal explosion at #Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday sent tourists, including adults and small children, running from flying rocks and debris.But why and how did this happen? Scripps News’ Clayton Sandell has more.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Democrats set to ratify 2024 presidential nominee before convention Scripps News 2024-07-25 | The Democratic National Committee voted Wednesday to set out the process by which it will choose its nominee for the 2024 presidential race. Candidates who wish to be eligible for the nomination have to declare their intent to run between Thursday, July 25 and Saturday, July 27 at 6p.m. ET.Candidates who have declared their intent to run will also have to get signatures from at least 300 of the DNC's delegates nationwide, with no more than 50 of them coming from a single state. The deadline to collect signatures is July 30.If more than one candidate qualifies under those rules, the DNC will allow up to five days for candidates to speak to the public about their campaign, then hold a virtual vote to legally nominate their candidate on August 7. If only one candidate qualifies, the virtual vote will take place on August 1.A candidate needs to win a simple majority of delegates to get the DNC's nomination.More here: scrippsnews.com/politics/america-votes/the-dnc-has-voted-on-how-to-proceed-with-its-nomination-for-presidentphoto: Jeff Chiu/AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Actor Diedrich Bader talks cost of modifying 97-year-old mother-in-laws home Scripps News 2024-07-25 | Diedrich Bader, of Veep, American Housewife, and Office Space, isn’t just an actor—he’s a caregiver. He’s well aware of the cost it takes to look after those you love, and the fact that many aren’t able to bear that cost. He spoke to Scripps News in a roundtable discussion. Hear more this Saturday at 7 PM ET in a Scripps News special called WHO WILL CARE-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Gavin Newsom to issue order dismantling thousands of homeless encampments Scripps News 2024-07-25 | California Governor Gavin Newsom is expected to issue an executive order today for officials across the state to begin dismantling thousands of homeless encampments.The move was made possible by a recent Supreme Court ruling that gives governments the authority to remove people from homeless camps, an issue that impacts California more than any other state.The effort will require that state agencies not just clear out the encampments, but also work with local governments to find housing for people who need it.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Clip resurfaces of JD Vance criticizing Kamala Harris for being childless Scripps News 2024-07-25 | A resurfaced clip of Republican Vice Presidential nominee JD Vance criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris for being "childless," is now going viral.Vance made the comments during a Fox News interview, claiming that because Harris isn't a mother, she doesn't have a “direct stake in the country's future."Kamala is part of a blended family and is a stepmother to her husband's two children from a previous marriage. Her campaign responded to Vance's clip saying, “Every single American has a stake in this country's future.”-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Department of Justice investigating deadly police shooting of Sonya Massey Scripps News 2024-07-25 | The Department of Justice (DOJ) is opening an investigation into the death of Sonya Massey in Illinois. Sonya called 9-1-1 for help only to be shot and killed by responding sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson inside her home.The new investigation follows Monday's release of the unsettling body cam footage of the shooting which has sparked national outrage. After Massey's death, Grayson was fired and charged with first-degree murder. He pleaded not guilty and remains in custody without bail.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Wildfires in Oregon burning so hot theyre creating their own weather Scripps News 2024-07-25 | Wildfires raging in the west are forcing mass evacuations and road closures. In Oregon, meteorologists say the flames are so hot, they're creating their own weather by way of a pyrocumulus cloud.Meteorologist David Bishop describes it as a convection oven. Heat and smoke from the wildfire create an updraft, which then hits cooler air in the atmosphere, creating a cloud. If it's big enough, it can become its own weather system, creating wind, rain, and lightning.Photo: Oregon Department of Transportation via AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
FBI director reveals new details in Trump assassination attempt Scripps News 2024-07-25 | FBI Director Christopher Wray revealed new information about the assassination attempt on Former President Donald Trump at the July 13 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.During a hearing before the House Judiciary Committee Wednesday, Wray said a forensic analysis of the shooter's laptop revealed that he Google searched, "How far away was Oswald from Kennedy” a few days before the shooting.Wray added that the shooter appears to have registered for the Trump event on the same day as the search. While a motive has not been established, Wray said this information is "significant" to show the shooter's state of mind. He added that the shooter was “interested in public figures,” and around the time of July 6, he became focused on the rally and the former president.photo credit: Manuel Balce Ceneta/APMore here: scrippsnews.com/us-news/trump-assassination-attempt/fbi-director-says-trump-rally-shooter-searched-for-information-about-kennedy-assassination-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Biden addresses decision to exit 2024 presidential race from Oval Office Scripps News 2024-07-25 | President Joe Biden addressed to the nation from the Oval Office Wednesday night for the first time since exiting the 2024 presidential race.The president spoke not only about his decision to withdraw but also how he plans to close out his term. Biden also expressed support for his likely replacement as the Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris. photo: Evan Vucci/APMore here: scrippsnews.com/politics/what-to-expect-when-biden-addresses-the-nation-wednesday-night-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Protests erupt after Benjamin Netanyahus speech to Congress Scripps News 2024-07-24 | Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint session of Congress on Wednesday over his country's ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza.Netanyahu hopes his speech bolsters U.S. support for Israel as it continues to combat Hamas, Hezbollah and other Iranian-backed militants in the Middle East."America and Israel must stand together," Netanyahu said. "Because when we stand together, something very simple happens. We win, they lose! And my friends, I came to assure you today of one thing, we will win!"While numerous Democrats were in the chamber for the speech, including House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, some boycotted, concerned with the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.Outside of the Capitol, groups of demonstrators gathered to protest the Israeli prime minister's appearance. Minutes before Netanyahu began speaking, Capitol police said part of the crowd had become violent.More here: scrippsnews.com/politics/netanyahu-making-plea-to-congress-for-support-of-israels-war-in-gazaphoto: Julia Nikhinson/AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Polls show tight race between Kamalah Harris & Donald Trump Scripps News 2024-07-24 | The first national polls of a transformed presidential campaign are in, and they're suggesting an extremely tight race shaping up between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.A Reuters/Ipsos poll, conducted after President Biden ended his reelection bid on Sunday, shows Harris leading Trump 44% to 42%, which is within the margin of error of 3% points. However, in a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll, Trump leads by one point, also within the margin of error.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Breakdancing debuts at Paris Olympics Scripps News 2024-07-24 | Breaking is making history! 🌟 Watch it debut at the Paris Olympics on August 9 and 10. Don’t miss out on this exciting moment! #ParisOlympics and any other tags. And tag yourself as well.Scripps News' Megan Liz Smith reports.-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Benjamin Netanyahu set to meet with both Biden and Trump this week Scripps News 2024-07-24 | Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet with both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump this week in a visit to the US in which he hopes to boost support for continuing Israel’s offensives against Hamas and other adversaries.The visit comes as recent polling shows that more than 70% of the Israeli public believe he should step down over his handling of the war. photo credit: Alberto Pezzali/AP and AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
FBI director questioned about Iran’s threat on Trump’s life Scripps News 2024-07-24 | FBI Director Christopher Wray was questioned during a hearing Wednesday before the House Judiciary Committee on the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. During the hearing, Wray was questioned about when the FBI became aware of Iran's threats on Trump's life. -------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Actor Yvette Nicole Brown speaks on caring for her father who has dementia Scripps News 2024-07-24 | Yvette Nicole Brown walked away from one of the most popular modern sitcoms, Community, right before the last season. She told Scripps News why. Watch more this Saturday at 7 PM ET in a special on caregivers called WHO WILL CARE. #community #yvettenicolebrown #whowillcare #caregivers-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Biden to address nation on what lies ahead with 6 months left on his term Scripps News 2024-07-24 | President Biden is set to address the nation tonight on "what lies ahead," as he is no longer seeking reelection. However, Biden will still remain the leader of the free world for another 6 months. The president returned to the White House yesterday after ending his campaign while isolating with COVID for almost a week at his Delaware vacation home. Biden has made it clear that VP Kamala Harris has his full support, endorsing her for the nomination just minutes after he publicly ended his bid for reelection.Photo: Manuel Balce Ceneta / AP -------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Capitol Hill bracing for protests amid Netanyahus address to Congress Scripps News 2024-07-24 | Capitol Hill is bracing for protests as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to speak before Congress on Wednesday in hopes of bolstering U.S. support for continuing Israel’s offensives against Hamas and other adversaries. But boycotts of his appearance by some Democratic lawmakers and expected protests outside are highlighting how his hard-line government's conduct of the devastating war in Gaza is opening fissures in longstanding American support for his country.Photo: Ohad Zwigenberg / AP & Jose Luis Magana / AP -------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Trump wants appeals court to toss out guilty verdict in civil fraud trial Scripps News 2024-07-24 | Donald Trump wants a New York appeals court to toss out a guilty verdict he and members of his company were handed in a civil fraud trial in February.The former president has yet to pay the $454M penalty tacked on by Judge Arthur Engoron, who found Trump guilty of conspiring to manipulate his net worth to acquire more favorable loans.scrippsnews.comphoto credit: Carolyn Kaster/AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
ProPublica: How Chinese mafias dominate the US marijuana black market Scripps News 2024-07-23 | An investigation by Scripps News’ partners ProPublica reportedly reveals that thousands of Chinese immigrant laborers are being regularly abused and exploited in the exploding marijuana industry in the US, which is linked to an underworld heavily dominated by the Chinese mafia. This latest reporting stems from previous reports that Chinese mafias, some with suspected ties to the Chinese government, have taken advantage of state level legalization to become prominent in the marijuana black market in the States.According to ProPublica, raids and investigations at more than 1,000 farms in Oklahoma over the past five years resulted in law enforcement finding abusive practices that included bosses threatening and beating workers, sexually assaulting them, stealing their wages and even confiscating their IDS.photo credit: Sue Ogrocki/AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
Delta under federal investigation over CrowdStrike outage chaos Scripps News 2024-07-23 | Delta Air Lines is under federal investigation by the Department of Transportation days after the company tried to return to normal following last week's global CrowdStrike tech outage.The outage, which disrupted systems ranging from travel, banking and other industries, was caused by a failed software update to computers using Microsoft operating systems. While other airlines have largely recovered from Friday's outage, Delta has struggled to resume normal service.According to travel tracker FlightAware, 30% of Delta flights were canceled on Monday, in addition to 46% that were delayed. American Airlines and United Airlines only had about 2% of its flights canceled on Monday, FlightAware said.Additionally, 12% of Delta flights were canceled for Tuesday, as of 9 a.m. ET, with the list continuing to grow.More here: scrippsnews.com/life/travel/as-other-airlines-recover-from-tech-outage-delta-under-federal-investigationphoto: Michael Dwyer/AP-------------------------------------Join our newsletter at bit.ly/2q1teprFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Twitter: twitter.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/scrippsnewsFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@scrippsnews
