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Suzanne Morphew's husband says missing Colorado woman made 'bad decisions'

Suzanne Morphew's husband says missing Colorado woman made 'bad decisions'

Barry Morphew, who was accused of killing his wife in 2020 after she disappeared on Mother's Day before Colorado prosecutors dropped charges, spoke out Monday.

1 dead in coastal Texas refinery fire

1 dead in coastal Texas refinery fire

A fire at a Marathon Petroleum refinery on Texas' Galveston Bay has left at least one worker dead, according to the company. Its cause is under investigation.

Memorial held for North Carolina bride killed in crash shortly after wedding

Memorial held for North Carolina bride killed in crash shortly after wedding

A memorial was held for the North Carolina bride who was killed shortly after her wedding when a suspected drunk driver rear-ended the golf cart she and her husband were riding in. The husband, who suffered broken bones and a brain injury, attended in a wheelchair.

McDonald's is upgrading its burgers

McDonald's is upgrading its burgers

McDonald's, which has been focusing on upgrading its core items to boost sales, is rolling out a series of changes designed to improve its signature burgers.

The Weeknd has started using his birth name on social media

The Weeknd has started using his birth name on social media

This Monday marks not only the end of the weekend, but potentially, the end of The Weeknd, too.

Visiting the Migrant Camp at the San Diego-Tijuana Border

Visiting the Migrant Camp at the San Diego-Tijuana Border

A sprawling and stunningly diverse camp has sprung up this month along California’s southern border.

Man's death in Vermont holding cell ruled overdose on 3 different hard drugs

Man's death in Vermont holding cell ruled overdose on 3 different hard drugs

Darrell Jones' death in the custody of Bennington, Vermont police was ruled an accident after he was found to have overdosed on a combination of cocaine, fentanyl, and heroin.

Around the world

House panel threatens vote to hold Secretary of State Antony Blinken in contempt of Congress

House panel threatens vote to hold Secretary of State Antony Blinken in contempt of Congress

A House committee will vote as soon as next week to hold Secretary of State Anthony Blinken in criminal contempt of Congress for refusing to turn over documents related to the Biden administration's abrupt U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan nearly two years ago.

Relaxed entry rules make it easier than ever to visit this stunning Asian nation

Relaxed entry rules make it easier than ever to visit this stunning Asian nation

Due to its remoteness and short summer season, Mongolia has long been a destination overlooked by travelers.

Russia aims to obtain more attack drones from Iran after depleting stockpile, White House says

Russia aims to obtain more attack drones from Iran after depleting stockpile, White House says

The White House on Monday said Russia is looking to buy additional advanced attack drones from Iran for use in its war against Ukraine after using up most of the 400 drones it had previously purchased from Tehran.

Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN's Hero of the Year

Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN's Hero of the Year

Celebrities and musicians are coming together tonight to honor everyday people making the world a better place.

Fire at Hostel in Wellington, New Zealand, Kills at Least 6

Fire at Hostel in Wellington, New Zealand, Kills at Least 6

The cause of the blaze at the hostel, which has 92 rooms and no sprinklers, an official said, was under investigation.

Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

"Old Masters" such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study.

4 Takeaways from Turkey’s Nail-Biting Presidential Election

4 Takeaways from Turkey’s Nail-Biting Presidential Election

Recep Tayyip Erdogan is headed for his — and his country’s — first presidential runoff vote. But the first round showed the longtime leader’s continued strength.

Technology

AI expert taps UN officials to learn how to build a global AI regulatory body

AI expert taps UN officials to learn how to build a global AI regulatory body

Gary Marcus, a cognitive scientist and expert on AI, said he's consulting with people in the UN and UNESCO about how to create a global AI regulatory agency.

Free up storage space on your Android with this updated app

Free up storage space on your Android with this updated app

With pictures and video, it can be hard to keep storage clear. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains what Files by Google is and how it can help you to free up space.

Elon Musk confirms NBCUniversal exec Linda Yaccarino as next Twitter CEO

Elon Musk confirms NBCUniversal exec Linda Yaccarino as next Twitter CEO

Linda Yaccarino will take over Twitter following Musk's months-long search for a permanent CEO.

Twitter CEO: What is a ‘glass cliff’ and why is it dangerous?

Twitter CEO: What is a ‘glass cliff’ and why is it dangerous?

Yaccarino's appointment renewed questions about the "glass cliff," a theory that women — as well as underrepresented minorities — are more likely to be hired for leadership jobs when there's a crisis, which sets them up for failure.

How to capture screenshots on your smartphone and computer

How to capture screenshots on your smartphone and computer

Kurt "The CyberGuy" Knutsson shows you how to take normal and full-page screenshots on an iPhone, Android, Mac and PC just by following a few easy steps.

‘Buddy’: Who is Linda Yaccarino, Elon Musk’s pick for Twitter CEO?

‘Buddy’: Who is Linda Yaccarino, Elon Musk’s pick for Twitter CEO?

Yaccarino is joining Twitter after more than a decade in top roles at NBCUniversal.

AI presents political peril for 2024 with threat to mislead voters

AI presents political peril for 2024 with threat to mislead voters

Computer engineers and tech-inclined political scientists have warned for years that cheap, powerful artificial intelligence tools would soon allow anyone to create fake images, video and audio that was realistic enough to fool voters and perhaps sway an election.

Sports News

Kwame Brown, top NBA draft pick in 2001, rips Ja Morant after latest gun incident: 'Your brain is f----d up'

Kwame Brown, top NBA draft pick in 2001, rips Ja Morant after latest gun incident: 'Your brain is f----d up'

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant faced the wrath of Kwame Brown on Sunday as the former No. 1 overall pick of the Washington Wizards ripped the superstar over the latest gun drama.

Bobby Narang’s girls soccer rankings and player of the week for Lake County

Bobby Narang’s girls soccer rankings and player of the week for Lake County

Behind Ellie Rebmann, North Suburban Conference champion Libertyville rises in Bobby Narang’s Lake County girls soccer rankings.

Carson Wentz open to 'any role' as former Commanders starter remains unsigned

Carson Wentz open to 'any role' as former Commanders starter remains unsigned

Former Washington Commanders starter Carson Wentz is reportedly open to "any role" as he remains unsigned.

Henry Ruggs pleads guilty to drunk driving, speeding in deadly crash

Henry Ruggs pleads guilty to drunk driving, speeding in deadly crash

Ruggs is expected to be sentenced to three to 10 years in prison at a hearing set for early August.

Lamar Jackson signs $260 million deal with Ravens

Lamar Jackson signs $260 million deal with Ravens

The contract averages out to about $52 million per season, making Jackson the highest paid player in the NFL by average annual salary.

Peacock will exclusively carry NFL playoff game in a first for streaming service

Peacock will exclusively carry NFL playoff game in a first for streaming service

The NFL is taking another big step into streaming by putting one of its playoff games exclusively on a digital platform for the first time.

Libertyville freshman Shea Krakowski’s mother and sister have won trophies. Pressure? ‘I never back down.’

Libertyville freshman Shea Krakowski’s mother and sister have won trophies. Pressure? ‘I never back down.’

Libertville’s Shea Krakowski, one of the top underclassmen in the state, certainly hasn’t backed down in her first high school season.

Politics News

After school shooting, Tennessee governor signs bill to protect gun firms

After school shooting, Tennessee governor signs bill to protect gun firms

The expansion of civil immunity for gun companies was hardly in doubt after lawmakers passed it.

The end of Ukraine aid is rapidly approaching. Reupping it won’t be easy

The end of Ukraine aid is rapidly approaching. Reupping it won’t be easy

The Pentagon could run out of money for weapons by midsummer.

Feinstein's return fails to unstick controversial judicial nominee

Feinstein's return fails to unstick controversial judicial nominee

The California Democrat showed up about 90 minutes late to a Judiciary Committee meeting as she continues to recover from her shingles diagnoses.

Another candidate launches bid for embattled George Santos' seat

Another candidate launches bid for embattled George Santos' seat

Following his arraignment last week, Santos said he doesn’t plan to resign and intends to continue running for reelection.

DeSantis press secretary leaves governor's office to join political operation

DeSantis press secretary leaves governor's office to join political operation

Bryan Griffin, press secretary for the Executive Office of Governor Ron DeSantis, is resigning to take on a new role as press secretary in DeSantis’ political operation

‘We can do better’: Space Force chief says mission statement’s a dud

‘We can do better’: Space Force chief says mission statement’s a dud

Gen. Chance Saltzman is asking Space Force members to send in their ideas.

5 things that went well for DeSantis in Iowa on Saturday

5 things that went well for DeSantis in Iowa on Saturday

The Florida governor and presidential contender showed dexterity, rerouting for a last-minute meet-and-greet not far from the site of Donald Trump’s canceled rally.