Trump says he took the Fifth Amendment in NY investigation
Donald Trump says he invoked the Fifth Amendment and wouldn't answer questions under oath in the N.Y. civil investigation into his business dealings.
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US inflation slips from 40-year peak but remains high 8.5%
U.S. inflation slowed to 8.5% in July as falling gas prices gave Americans a slight break from a 4-decade peak earlier in the summer.
Last Day of Above Average Temps
Cold front brings cooler and drier weather this weekend.
High Humidity and Scattered Showers Continue
Discussion: Moisture will increase late Wednesday ahead of a cold front that will move through on Thursday. The cold front will bring scattered to numerous showers to the area – as of Tuesday afternoon severe weather is not expected, but a low risk could get added. A reinforcing cold front will move through Friday and drop humidity even further for…
Relief from the Humidity in Sight
Hot and stormy through mid-week. Relief from the heat and humidity arrives this weekend.
Unsettled, Hot & Humid Through Midweek
Discussion: A typical summertime pattern continues through midweek. Moisture will increase ahead of a cold front on Wednesday. The cold front will push through on Thursday bringing scattered showers to the area. A reinforcing cold front will drop humidity and temperatures even further for Friday and the weekend! Computer models are hinting at lows in the low 50s Saturday morning…
Olivia Newton-John, singer and actress, dead at 73
Olivia Newton-John, the Australian singer who charmed generations of viewers in the blockbuster movie "Grease," died today, according to a statement from her husband. She was 73.
Update: Father, son get life for hate crime in Ahmaud Arbery’s death
Travis McMichael, the white man who fatally shot Ahmaud Arbery, was sentenced Monday to life in prison for committing a federal hate crime.
David McCullough, Pulitzer-winning historian, dies at 89
David McCullough, the Pulitzer Prize-winning historian who wrote lovingly crafted narratives about subjects from John Adams to the Brooklyn Bridge, has died.
2 dead, 2 injured by lightning strike near White House
A Wisconsin couple has died following last night's lightning strike across the street from the White House. Two other people were injured.
US to declare monkeypox a public health emergency
The U.S. will declare a public health emergency to bolster the federal response to the outbreak of monkeypox that already has infected more than 6,600 Americans, according to AP sources
Griner sentenced to 9 years in prison by Russian judge
A judge in Russia has sentenced American basketball player Brittney Griner on drug charges to nine years in prison.
Update: Griner apologizes in closing arguments; Russian prosecutors seek 9 1/2-year sentence
Russian prosecutors have asked a court to sentence American basketball star Brittney Griner to 9 1/2 years in prison. Coverage of closing arguments here.
Kansas voters block path to abortion ban. Plus other election news tonight.
The vote Tuesday was the first test of voters' feelings about abortion since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in late June. Plus, get a rundown of key election outcomes tonight across the nation.
Pelosi arrives in Taiwan despite warnings by China
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has arrived in Taiwan, becoming the highest-ranking U.S. official to visit the self-ruled island claimed by China in 25 years.
NFL suspends Browns QB Deshaun Watson 6 games, sources say
The NFL has suspended QB Deshaun Watson for six games following accusations of sexual misconduct made against him by two dozen women, sources say.
Appalachian floods kill at least 16 as rescue teams deploy
Kentucky’s governor said 15 people have died in record Appalachian flooding, a toll expected to grow as the rain keeps falling. Updates and photos here.
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US economy shrank 0.9% last quarter, its 2nd straight drop
The U.S. economy shrank from April through June for a second straight quarter, contracting at a 0.9% annual pace and raising recession fears.
JetBlue to buy Spirit for $3.8 billion, creating nation's 5th largest airline
JetBlue is buying Spirit Airlines for $3.8 billion, creating the nation's fifth largest airline. It comes after Spirit's attempt to merge with Frontier fell apart.
Update: Ex-cops Kueng, Thao sentenced for violating Floyd's right
The last two former Minneapolis police officers who were convicted of violating George Floyd's civil rights during his May 2020 killing were sentenced Wednesday in federal court to three and 3 1/2 years.
Michele Thorne: The Biden administration offers thoughts and prayers on the ERA
President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and Attorney General Merrick Garland have expressed concern over women’s rights. They’ve offered their thoughts and prayers.
Here Are 13 Fun Outside Water Toys We Found For The Kiddos
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