ATLANTA — A Georgia judge has ruled county election officials must certify election results by the deadline set in law and cannot exclude any group of votes from certification even […]
Lowriding is more than just cars. It’s about family and culture for US Latinos
CHICAGO — For Luis Martinez, competing in lowriding bike and car competitions is about more than glory and bragging rights. The lowrider clubs in the Chicago area have become like […]
Cyber criminals are increasingly helping Russia and China target the US and allies, Microsoft says
WASHINGTON — Russia, China and Iran are increasingly relying on criminal networks to lead cyberespionage and hacking operations against adversaries like the U.S., according to a report on digital threats […]
In Missouri, Halloween night signs were required in the yards of sex offenders. Until now
ST. LOUIS — Many states have laws designed to keep children away from convicted sexual offenders on Halloween night, such as curfews for those on offender registries and requirements to […]
Members of Congress call on companies to retain DEI programs as court cases grind on
NEW YORK — A group of Democrats in Congress appealed to the largest U.S. companies Tuesday to hold onto their diversity, equity and inclusion programs, saying such efforts give everyone […]
Mexico is struggling to stamp out a homophobic soccer chant ahead of the World Cup
GUADALAJARA, México — Guadalajara is the capital of a Mexican state that is home to tequila and Mariachi music. It is also considered the birthplace of a less flattering tradition […]
Biden admin to provide $750 million to North Carolina-based Wolfspeed for advanced computer chips
WASHINGTON — The Biden-Harris administration announced plans Tuesday to provide up to $750 million in direct funding to Wolfspeed, with the money supporting its new silicon carbide factory in North […]
Voters consider ban on forced labor aimed at protecting prisoners
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California and Nevada voters will decide in November whether to ban forced prison labor by removing language from their state constitutions rooted in the legacy of chattel […]
Winning numbers drawn in Monday’s Powerball
The winning numbers in Monday evening’s drawing of the “Powerball” game were: 14-18-33-64-67, Powerball: 14, Power Play: 2 (fourteen, eightteen, thirty-three, sixty-four, sixty-seven, Powerball: fourteen, Power Play: two) Estimated jackpot: […]
Leaf-peepers are flocking to see New England’s brilliant fall colors
MEREDITH, N.H. — New England leaf-watching season is in full swing, as people from as far as Florida and Berlin flock to the region for scenic drives, train rides and […]