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PHOTOS: Balloons fill sky at Friday's Special Shapes Rodeo

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The sun was shining and the skies were clear on day 7 of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on Oct. 13, 2023. While it was Friday the 13th, nothing spooky happened as balloons got the green flag and took to the skies seamlessly.

Brain-eating amoeba a danger at hot springs, Lake Mead officials warn

Lake Mead officials are warning hikers planning to head to popular hot springs below Hoover Dam: Avoid any activity that involves splashing or submerging your head.

Parents sue Hyatt Hotels Corporation after death of 1-year-old son

A local family is suing Hyatt Hotel Corporations, claiming the company is at fault for the death of their child.

Pinkett Smith discusses Oscar slap in new interview

(WCMH) — Another exclusive preview from Hoda Kotb’s in-depth interview with Jada Pinkett Smith aired on NBC’s “Today” show Friday morning. In the new clip, which is part of an hour-long special scheduled to air October 13 at 8 p.m.

Las Vegas police suspect teenagers killed friend, delivery driver

Police suspect a group of teenagers robbed and killed a friend at an adult's direction, then robbed and killed a marijuana delivery driver.

Kaiser Permanente reaches a tentative deal with health care worker unions after a recent strike

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Unions representing 85,000 health care workers have reached a tentative agreement with industry giant Kaiser Permanente following a strike over wages and staffing levels, the parties announced Friday.

Palestinians flee northern Gaza after Israel orders 1 million to evacuate as ground attack looms

JERUSALEM (AP) — Palestinians fled in a mass exodus Friday from northern Gaza after Israel’s military told some 1 million people to evacuate to the southern part of the besieged territory ahead of an expected ground invasion in retaliation for the surprise attack by the ruling Hamas militant group n

Around the world

Prosecutor charges 'Argentine Trump' Javier Milei just days before election

An Argentine prosecutor has filed charges against libertarian presidential frontrunner Javier Milei just days before the country's Oct. 22 general election.

As Mexico expands abortion access, activists support reproductive rights at the U.S. border

TIJUANA, Mexico (AP) — It’s Sunday night and Crystal P. Lira is not answering her messages. Inside the headquarters of Colectiva Bloodys y Projects, an organization that has supported reproductive rights near the U.S.

Microsoft closes deal to buy Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard after antitrust fights

Microsoft completed its purchase of video game-maker Activision Blizzard for $69 billion on Friday, closing one of the most expensive tech acquisitions in history that could have repercussions across the video game industry.

Americans among those killed in attacks against Israel: reports

Preliminary reports indicate that at least four American citizens were killed in the attacks and an additional seven were missing and unaccounted for, according to a U.S. official.

Solar eclipse 2023: What it is and will we be able to see it in Chicago?

It will be 2039 before another "ring of fire" solar eclipse is visible in the U.S., and Alaska will be the only state then in its direct path.

Americans among Hamas captives, Israel taking 'significant military steps' in response to attack

Israel says it has brought in special forces to try to wrest control of four sites from Hamas fighters more than 24 hours after the militant group launched its unprecedented incursion into Israel.

US to send a carrier strike group to the Eastern Mediterranean in support of Israel

The USS Gerald R. Ford and its approximately 5,000 sailors and deck of warplanes will be accompanied by cruisers and destroyers in a show of force that is meant to be ready to respond to anything, from possibly interdicting additional weapons from reaching Hamas and conducting surveillance.

Technology

Microsoft .NET 8 nears the finish line

.NET 8, the planned next version of Microsoft’s software development platform, has moved to a second and final release candidate (RC) stage. General availability is due in November. Unveiled October 10, .NET 8 RC 2 can be downloaded from the Microsoft .NET website for Windows, Linux, and Mac.

Sony's Access controller for the PlayStation aims to make gaming easier for people with disabilities

SAN MATEO, Calif. (AP) — Paul Lane uses his mouth, cheek and chin to push buttons and guide his virtual car around the “Gran Turismo” racetrack on the PlayStation 5. It's how he's been playing for the past 23 years, after a car accident left him unable to use his fingers.

Q&A: SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher reacts to Hollywood studios breaking off negotiations

Fran Drescher said Thursday that she is baffled and disappointed that Hollywood studios abruptly broke off talks this week with the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.

How to take eclipse photos without damaging your phone, camera

Photography experts say pointing your smartphone camera at the eclipse could cause catastrophic damage without the proper equipment.

Schools' pandemic spending boosted tech companies. Did it help US students?

WASHINGTON (AP) — As soon as the federal pandemic relief started arriving at America’s schools, so did the relentless calls. Tech companies by the dozens wanted a chance to prove their software was what schools needed.

11 most in-demand gen AI jobs companies are hiring for

Generative AI is quickly changing the landscape of the business world, with rapid adoption rates across nearly every industry.

The future of electric vehicles looms over negotiations in the US autoworkers strike

WAYNE, Mich. (AP) — On the picket lines at a Ford factory west of Detroit, many striking workers don't think the electric vehicle revolution is coming for their jobs — at least not in the near future.

Sports News

Huupe dreams: Childhood friends, NBA vet create high-tech hoop

Huupe is a virtual game that allows people in different places to play against each other in real time.

Knicks want fans to shoot a hoop at every court in NYC before season opener

NEW YORK (PIX11) – A new season of New York Knicks basketball is almost here, and the team is launching a new initiative called New York Hoops leading up to their season opener. "We wanted to get everyone excited about the upcoming season," Knicks legend John Starks told PIX11 News.

Utah State looking for signature win Friday

LOGAN, Utah (ABC4 Sports) - It has been a rollercoaster ride for the Utah State football team halfway through the 2023 season. Against Air Force, Utah State fell behind 29-0 before making it a game. The Aggies were down 24-0 to James Madison, came back and tied the game, only to lose, 45-38.

If Sean McVay's first child arrives on a Sunday this month, the Rams will have to play without him

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — If Sean McVay's first child arrives on a Sunday this month, the Los Angeles Rams will have to take the field without him. McVay and his wife, Veronika, are expecting “in the next couple of weeks,” the head coach confirmed Friday.

Hornets' Miles Bridges turns himself in after arrest warrant issued over protection order

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges turned himself in on Friday after an arrest warrant was issued for an alleged protection order violation stemming from a domestic violence case last year.

Haley Cavinder enters transfer portal

(KSEE/KGPE) - Haley Cavinder is in the transfer portal. And, according to her agent, she plans to play next season, not this season.

Can the Bears end 2 more losing streaks on Sunday?

The Bears host the Vikings on Sunday after picking up their first win of the year over the Commanders on October 5.

Politics News

Lombardo joins Republican governors in support of Israel; letter blasts Biden

Gov. Joe Lombardo was among 19 Republican governors who signed a letter in support of Israel on Friday.

Elf Bar finds an easy way around US vape import ban: a name change

Chinese disposable e-cigarettes from Elf Bar remain widely available in the U.S. more than four months after U.S. health regulators moved to ban their importation.

Former MLB All-Star Steve Garvey announces run for U.S. Senate in California

After months of speculation, former Major League Baseball All-Star Steve Garvey makes it official, telling Inside California Politics he is entering the U.S. Senate race as a Republican.

Progressives face backlash over response to Israel attacks

Progressives are facing backlash over their initial responses to the attacks on Israel by Hamas militants, revealing the degree to which they’re at odds with others in the Democratic caucus over the issue. Members of the Squad such as Reps. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) and Cori Bush (D-Mo.

Florida 'Right to Fish and Hunt' amendment makes it onto 2024 ballot

Florida voters will decide whether the right to hunt and fish should be enshrined in the state constitution.

Steve Scalise drops out of Speaker's race

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) dropped out of the race for Speaker on Thursday, just one day after he won the Republican nomination for the role.

Pence will skip the Nevada GOP caucus and instead run in the primary, giving up chance for delegates

RENO, Nev. (AP) — Former Vice President Mike Pence will skip the Nevada caucuses run by the state Republican Party, which has adopted rules that critics say favor former President Donald Trump, and will instead compete in a state-run primary contest.