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More health-care workers in contact with Missouri bird flu patient report respiratory symptoms

Four more health-care workers who tended to a person hospitalized with H5N1 bird flu have revealed that they had respiratory symptoms after their exposures, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Judge considering motion to dismiss ‘Rust’ armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed’s case

A New Mexico judge is considering a motion to dismiss the case against “Rust” armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed, who was convicted of involuntary manslaughter for the 2021 death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleads not guilty to charges in federal corruption case

New York City’s embattled mayor pleaded not guilty Friday to federal corruption charges after prosecutors accused him of using his power and influence to garner free trips, luxury hotel stays and questionable campaign donations.

‘Chroming’ is killing some kids. Experts explain this trend

For the younger generation, “chroming” is the new huffing.

Pope vows to root out ‘scourge’ of sexual abuse after unusually frank plea from Belgian PM

Pope Francis has pledged to root out the “scourge” of clerical sexual abuse after Belgium’s prime minster urged him in unusually frank terms to take concrete action.

Northside Festival Returns with Music, Flavor, and Family Fun – Leslie Lugo to Headline

Houston,get ready to salsa your way into an unforgettable day of music, food, and community vibes at the **Third Annual Northside Festival** hosted by the Greater Northside Management District! Set to take place at the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) on …

McDonald's Houston Brews Community Bonds on National Coffee with a Cop Day

Houston, we have a brew-tiful opportunity to connect! On October 2, McDonald’s locations across the Greater Houston area are serving more than just coffee—they’re serving up conversations that can change lives. In celebration of National Coffee with a Cop Day, …

Suicide attempts increased among transgender teens when states passed anti-trans laws, study says

People in the United States who identify as transgender or nonbinary make up only a tiny fraction of the population, but they’ve been the targets of an outsized share of negative attention from lawmakers, a new study says — and …

Alabama is set to execute its second inmate by nitrogen gas, a relatively new method of capital punishment

An inmate in Alabama is coming face to face with death for a second time in two years as he’s set to become the second person known to be executed by nitrogen hypoxia, a controversial method critics say is tantamount …

Introducing the NEW Jammin' Bacon Hungr-Buster: A Flavor Explosion at Dairy Queen

Hold onto your hats, Texas burger enthusiasts! The Texas Dairy Queen Operators' Council is thrilled to unveil the **NEW Jammin' Bacon Hungr-Buster®**, a culinary creation that promises to tantalize your taste buds and redefine what it means to enjoy a …

Empowering Chicago: Larenz Tate to Inspire at the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Summit

Get ready to be inspired! The Office of the Chicago Treasurer has announced that Larenz Tate—an actor, director, producer, and activist known for his compelling performances and unwavering commitment to community empowerment—will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming *Building …

Helene is here. Do these 14 things now to prepare

If you haven’t prepared already, the time is here. Hurricane Helene is expected to make landfall Thursday night along the Florida Gulf Coast near Tallahassee and then veer north, maintaining hurricane- and tropical storm-force winds and torrential rainfall into North …

Milestone at Milford: General Motors Celebrates 100 Years of Innovation

It’s not every day that you get to celebrate a century of trailblazing innovation, but that’s exactly what General Motors (GM) did this past Saturday. More than 7,000 GM employees, retirees, and their families gathered at the legendary Milford Proving …

These NFL stadiums will soon moonlight as emergency shelters during disasters

In addition to hosting thousands of football fans, NFL stadiums are about to double as emergency response hubs during weather disasters.

National Business Leader Kyra Rénel Hardwick Honored with Prestigious Entrepreneurial Award

In a remarkable show of leadership and influence, Kyra Rénel Hardwick, managing consultant of The Kyra Company, LLC, has earned the prestigious title of a 2024 Entrepreneurial Women of Impact Awards honoree. This national recognition, sponsored by JPMorgan Chase Commercial …