Missouri death row inmate expected to be resentenced to life without parole under new agreement
Missouri death row inmate Marcellus Williams is expected to be resentenced to life without parole under a consent judgment reached Wednesday, the St. Louis Prosecuting Attorney’s Office announced, just over a month before he was scheduled to be put to death for the 1998 murder of Felicia Gayle, a killing he denies committing.
Man who faked own death by hacking into death registry to avoid paying child support sentenced to over 6 years in prison
A Kentucky man who faked his own death by hacking into a death registry to avoid paying child support was sentenced to over 6 years in prison Monday, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office of the Eastern District of Kentucky.
California school safety officer pleads no contest to voluntary manslaughter in fatal shooting of 18-year-old
A former California school safety officer has pleaded no contest to voluntary manslaughter nearly three years after he was charged with murder for fatally shooting an 18-year-old woman as she tried to flee a physical altercation, officials said Tuesday.
Former politician accused of killing Vegas reporter testifies: ‘I am innocent’
The former Nevada politician accused of fatally stabbing a Las Vegas investigative reporter after a series of critical stories took the stand Wednesday, telling the jury in his murder trial he is innocent.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's Vice President Nomination Acceptance Speech
Thank you. Wow. Thank you, Philadelphia. Thank you, Madam Vice President, for the trust you put in me, but maybe more so, thank you for bringing back the joy.
Takeaways from the third night of the Democratic National Convention
Democrats are betting that within the American electorate is a deep desire to leave behind the bitterness of a decade dominated by former President Donald Trump.
Missouri City's Fort Bend Ballot Set for Fall Elections: A Close Look at the Candidates
As the November 5th General Election approaches, Missouri City’s political landscape is set to heat up, with ten determined candidates vying for four crucial seats on the City Council. This vibrant and diverse suburb of Houston, known for its rapid growth and community spirit, is preparing for a lively election sea- son that will shape its future.
Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital: A Beacon of Excellence in Maternity Care
Once again, Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital has solidified its reputation as a leader in maternity care, earning the coveted title of one of the Best Maternity Hospitals by Newsweek for both 2023 and 2024. This prestigious recognition places Ben Taub Hospital among an elite group of 168 hospitals nationwide, honored with a five-ribbon rating—a mark of distinction that reflects the hospital’s unwavering commitment to quality, patient experience, and superior healthcare outcomes.
Trump backs off earlier claims that he should directly control interest rates
Former President Donald Trump attempted in a new interview to soften previous comments he made about exerting direct control over the Federal Reserve, including setting rates.
‘Seismic shift.’ Kroger’s fight against a federal agency could upend antitrust
Supermarket chain Kroger is suing a federal agency in a daring move that aims to weaken how Washington fights mergers that threaten to jack up prices on consumers.
Target slashed prices. It paid off
US consumers, strained by years of higher prices and elevated interest rates, are changing their shopping patterns. Americans are buying more at discount chains like Target and Walmart while dialing back spending at Macy’s and Lowe’s.
How Kamala Harris is winning over Wall Street
Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign is courting everyday Americans tired of the country’s affordability crisis. But she is winning over some key figures on Wall Street.
Gwen Walz reveals she underwent a different treatment, not IVF, in new details about fertility struggles
Minnesota first lady Gwen Walz clarified in a statement to CNN that she did not use in vitro fertilization to conceive, sharing new details about her and Gov. Tim Walz’s fertility struggles as the governor has highlighted their experience with infertility on the campaign trail.
Patti LaBelle, Common performing sound checks ahead of DNC night two in Chicago
In Chicago, former President and First Lady Barack and Michelle Obama are set to take the stage Tuesday night for remarks at the Democratic National Convention, but they’re not the only marquee names expected to appear at the United Center when the convention starts its second night.
Alsobrooks addresses Democrats in Chicago as she seeks to become Maryland’s first Black senator
Kamala Harris isn’t the only Black woman trying to make history this year. Angela Alsobrooks, who delivered a keynote address in Chicago on Tuesday night, is trying to become the first Black person Maryland sends to the US Senate.
Michelle Obama: Who’s going to tell Trump the presidency is a ‘Black job?’
Michelle Obama returned to her hometown of Chicago on Tuesday night to deliver a rousing and forceful endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris during the second night of the Democratic National Convention.
Harris erases Trump’s cash edge while RFK Jr. faces dwindling resources, new filings show
Kamala Harris supercharged Democratic fundraising in July after taking over the top of the party’s presidential ticket, new federal filings show, helping erase what had been an emerging cash advantage for Republican nominee Donald Trump.
Takeaways from the second night of the Democratic National Convention
Barack and Michelle Obama electrified the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, delivering back-to-back speeches that eviscerated Donald Trump and urged Americans to reject the Republican nominee once and for all.
Tim Walz prepares to introduce himself, helped by football players, students and Amy Klobuchar
Former football players coached by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will be on hand as his name is entered into nomination on Wednesday, as the vice presidential nominee assumes the biggest stage of his political career.
Emhoff uses convention speech to show personal side of Harris: ‘Her empathy is her strength’
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff used his speech Tuesday night at the Democratic National Convention to paint a picture of Vice President Kamala Harris’ personal side.
