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Tampa ranked among the worst bed bug cities in the U.S., Orkin says

Do you feel itchy yet? A nationwide pest control service released a new report of the top cities in the nation when it comes to one dubious measure – having the worst bed bug problem.

FAA recommends inspections on more Boeing jets

The Federal Aviation Administration on Sunday issued a new safety alert recommending that airlines inspect the door plugs of a second Boeing jet, the 737-900ER.

Former gang leader charged with killing Tupac Shakur gets new lawyer who points to 'historic' trial

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A former Los Angeles-area gang leader jailed in Las Vegas in the 1996 killing of hip-hop music icon Tupac Shakur has hired a private attorney who pointed Monday to what he expects will be a historic murder trial.

Illinois manhunt underway after 'multiple' victims found dead in 2 Joliet homes

A manhunt is underway in Joliet, Illinois, after several people were found shot to death in two different homes. Police are searching for 23-year-old Romeo Nance.

Families of hostages held in Gaza storm Israel's parliament meeting demanding deal for release

JERUSALEM (AP) — Dozens of family members of hostages held by Hamas stormed a committee meeting in Israel’s parliament Monday, demanding a deal to win their loved ones’ release, as European foreign ministers joined growing international calls for Israel to negotiate on the creation of a Palestinian

Biden administration marks Roe v. Wade anniversary

The Biden administration began its nationwide push in support of reproductive rights Monday on what would have been the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade.

FTC: TurboTax maker deceived customers with 'free' services

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ruled on Monday that the maker of TurboTax is deceiving customers when it claims a version its online tax filing software is free, when most customers would have to pay for it.

Around the world

Benito the giraffe goes on a 40-hour road trip to find warmth, and maybe a mate, in central Mexico

CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico (AP) — A giraffe named Benito started a 40-hour road trip Monday to leave behind the cold and loneliness of Mexico’s northern border city of Ciudad Juarez to find warmth — and maybe a mate — in his new home 2,000 kilometers (1,200 miles) to the south.

Iran is 'directly involved' in Yemen Houthi rebel ship attacks, US Navy's Mideast chief tells AP

The U.S. Navy’s top Mideast commander says Iran is “very directly involved” in ship attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels during Israel’s war against Hamas.

Military ends rescue search for Navy SEALs lost in maritime raid on ship with Iranian weapons

WASHINGTON (AP) — The 10-day search to rescue two Navy SEALs lost in the Arabian Sea during a mission to board a ship and confiscate Iranian-made weapons has been ended and the sailors are now considered deceased, the U.S. military said Sunday. In a statement, U.S.

Video: Inside the Hamas tunnel where hostages were kept

Israel's military has released a new video showcasing what it claims is one of the Hamas tunnels used for holding hostages.

Blinken begins Africa tour in Cape Verde, touting the U.S. as a key security and economic partner

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has begun a tour of four African countries, meeting with the leaders of Cape Verde and Ivory Coast and touting America as the continent’s key economic and security ally at times of regional and international crises.

Arnold Schwarzenegger detained at Munich Airport

Movie star and former Governer of California Arnold Schwarzenegger was detained at Munich Airport for several hours over an unregistered luxury watch, according to the German newspaper BILD.

Poland's prime minister visits Ukraine in the latest show of support for Kyiv against Russia

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk vowed Monday to keep supporting Ukraine against Russia's nearly 2-year-old invasion, announcing a new military aid package that includes a loan to buy larger weapons and a commitment to find ways to manufacture them together.

Technology

Frigid weather can cut electric vehicle range and make charging tough. Here's what you need to know

PITTSFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — For nearly a week, frigid temperatures from Chicago to northern Texas have made life painful for electric-vehicle owners, with reduced driving range and hours of waiting at charging stations.

A bot supporting long-shot presidential candidate suspended from OpenAI

Most U.S. adults are concerned about the rise of AI and its role in elections, according to a recent poll.

Flexible underpinnings of new big Stellantis vehicles will help company navigate political changes

DETROIT (AP) — On the surface, you wouldn't think the platform beneath a new generation of automobiles has anything to do with politics and elections. But at Stellantis, new large vehicle underpinnings announced Friday are key to the company's ability to adjust to European and U.S.

Zero trust, top key exploited vulnerabilities part of 5th annual cyber cup challenge

The 5th annual President’s Cup Cyber Competition is accepting teams and individual competitors in the annual “capture the flag” competition that also includes industrial control systems for the first time.

At Davos, leaders talked big on rebuilding trust. Can the World Economic Forum make a difference?

DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — Business and political elites descended on the Swiss Alpine snows of Davos to suss out “rebuilding trust” in a splintering world. If there’s any takeaway from the World Economic Forum's annual meeting — boldly touting that theme — it’s that we still have a long way to go.

At Davos, Zelenskyy lashes out at Putin and presses allies to boost Ukraine's fight

DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy came out swinging Tuesday against Russian leader Vladimir Putin at the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, while urging political and business leaders facing war fatigue in the West to enforce sanctions, help rebuild his c

Media companies should turn to the Three R’s in order to navigate the tech landscape

For the past 20 years, the media’s working relationship with big technology platforms like Google, Facebook, Twitter, etc. has been a Faustian bargain.

Sports News

49ers to host Lions in NFC Championship

(KRON) -- The San Francisco 49ers are hosting the Detroit Lions in next Sunday's NFC Championship with a trip to Super Bowl LVIII on the line. The winner will punch their ticket to Las Vegas.

Alcaraz sets up Australian Open quarterfinal against Zverev. Four first-timers into women's last 8

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz will meet Olympic gold medalist Alexander Zverev in the Australian Open quarterfinals and Daniil Medvedev is also back in a last eight that is stacked with the top six seeds.

Taylor Swift's NFL playoff tour takes her to Buffalo for Chiefs game against Bills

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Love was in the cold Buffalo air with Taylor Swift cheering on boyfriend Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night. And even Kelce’s brother Jason got into the act during the Chiefs' 27-24- victory in a divisional playoff game.

Kansas State jumps to 4th in women's AP Top 25; South Carolina is still No. 1

Kansas State has its best ranking in 21 years after the Wildcats moved up to fourth in The Associated Press women’s basketball poll.

QB Logan Fife commits to Montana

(KSEE/KGPE) - Logan Fife has a new landing spot. On Tuesday morning, the former Fresno State quarterback posted on social media that he has committed to Montana.

49ers receiver Deebo Samuel leaves playoff game vs. Packers with shoulder injury

San Francisco 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel left Saturday night's playoff game against the Green Bay Packers with a shoulder injury.

Aggies bounce back with 83-62 win over Fresno State

LOGAN, Utah (ABC4 Sports) - After having its 15-game winning streak snapped on Tuesday, the Utah State basketball team responded in a big way with a 21-point win at home over Fresno State Saturday at The Spectrum.

Politics News

Who's running for president? See a rundown of the major 2024 candidates

Here's a look at the major candidates competing for the Republican and Democratic nominations, as well as the third-party contenders

Republicans probe DHS Secretary Mayorkas over role in housing migrants on federal lands

FIRST ON FOX: House Natural Resources Committee leaders are probing the Department of Homeland Security over its apparent role leasing federal land for housing migrants.

GOP Senate hopeful Garvey meets with Bay Area Jewish community

PLEASANTON, Calif. (KRON) -- Republican United States Senate candidate and former Major League Baseball star Steve Garvey made a campaign stop in the East Bay Thursday. The ex-Los Angeles Dodgers slugger was in Pleasanton, where he met with members of the Jewish community.

Mayor Eric Adams backs off sweeping service cuts in $109B budget

MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams backed off many of the sweeping service cuts he said were partly pending to pay for the migrant crisis. Last week, Adams had already begun rolling back some of the previous cuts to the NYPD, FDNY, Sanitation Department, and Schools.

Trump nabs Scott endorsement: 'We need a president who will unite our country' 

The South Carolina senator suspended his own White House bid in November, but his decision to exit the race raised speculation around whom he would back.

In closing New Hampshire pitch, Phillips says: ‘I am a longshot and I love it’

Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips winds down an unusual New Hampshire campaign by asking Democrats to break from President Joe Biden.

KGET to air California Senate candidate debate Feb. 12

Candidates will face off February 12 at 7 p.m. at the Studio of KRON-TV in San Francisco Debate will be live-streamed and available to every California voter SAN FRANCISCO (KRON/Nexstar) – Nexstar Media Group, Inc.