How lighthearted social media trend of ‘teen takeovers’ took a serious turn
When Damarion Spann, 18, saw an Instagram flier calling for a massive gathering on a beach near downtown Chicago, he…
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Iran-backed Houthis fire missiles at Saudi Arabia in response to airstrikes in Yemen
CAIRO — Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels said Saturday that they fired missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia in response to…
4th firefighter dies from injuries in western Colorado blaze
A fourth firefighter has died from burns after he and several colleagues were overcome by a fast-moving wildfire near the…
Shoppers rewire grocery routines while digesting the biggest price jump in 50 years
What’s for dinner? Lately, at Apral Jack’s house, it’s whatever is on sale. Jack scouts an app for deals at…
Maine Democrats are meeting to pick a new Senate nominee to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins
BANGOR, Maine — Maine Democrats on Saturday will choose a new U.S. Senate nominee to face longtime Republican Sen. Susan…
8 found dead in Michigan home after fire, some with gunshot wounds
Eight people, including six children, were found dead in a Michigan home after a fire, some with gunshot wounds, law…
Students lose spots at Howard University over tuition payments weeks before classes
WASHINGTON — A’Zariah Miles’ dream of attending Howard University was a few weeks from being realized. Then it all came…
UN human rights chief faces opposition in vote to extend his term for another four years
UNITED NATIONS — UNITED NATIONS (AP) — U.N. human rights chief Volker Türk faces a vote Friday for a second…
New York Police Department investigates 2 stabbings as possible hate crimes
NEW YORK — A man was arrested Thursday after police said he stabbed two men in separate, nonfatal attacks on…
Hurricane Fausto strengthens into Category 2 storm
MIAMI — Hurricane Fausto has strengthened into a Category 2 storm in the Pacific Ocean and is expected to approach…