Federal government to markedly increase number of inspectors trained to spot rail bridge concerns
By JOSH FUNK OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The Transportation Department is going to train 163 track inspectors to dramatically increase the number of people who know how to spot critical…
Taylor Swift headlining the Super Bowl halftime show? It's not impossible
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell fueled speculation Wednesday about one of the league’s biggest stage moments, hinting that Taylor Swift could be in the mix for the next Super Bowl halftime…
Guyana President Irfaan Ali wins second term in general election
Guyanese President Irfaan Ali has claimed a second five-year term in office, even as official final results from Monday’s general election are yet to be published. Ali’s People’s Progressive Party…
Nearly 800 pounds of methamphetamine seized in Kern County – NBC Los Angeles
A multi-agency narcotics investigation concluded Wednesday with the seizure of 762 pounds of methamphetamine in Kern County, authorities said. The investigation carried out by the Kern County Sheriff’s Office, Kern…
Dodgers shut out in 2nd consecutive loss to Pirates – Orange County Register
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani reacts after striking out against Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Braxton Ashcraft during the first inning on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) Dodgers…
House rejects effort to censure New Jersey congresswoman over actions at detention center
By MATT BROWN and KEVIN FREKING WASHINGTON (AP) — The House rejected a resolution to censure Rep. LaMonica McIver, D-N.J., and remove her from a committee that oversees immigration and…
These are the 5 new cast members joining 'SNL' after high-profile departures
NEW YORK (AP) — Five new cast members will join the upcoming season of “Saturday Night Live,” NBC announced Tuesday on the heels of several high-profile departures. Ben Marshall, already…
Contributor: Black history is also the history of resistance
We’ve heard so many warnings in recent months about the rise of fascism in American culture, but do you remember the provocative words of Toni Morrison on the subject from…
How this Afghan family ended up held by ICE in bureaucratic limbo
Nadine YousifBBC News, Toronto BBC News An Afghan woman in Canada says her family has been kept apart by recent changes to US asylum policies under Donald Trump. In a…
Woman sought in violent assault against street vendor in Santa Ana – NBC Los Angeles
A vicious assault caught on camera has shaken up a Santa Ana food truck vendor who now fears walking the streets to work. Investigators are still searching for the woman…