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Mayor Johnson announces Chicago will cancel ShotSpotter deal designed to combat crime

Chicago will end its contract with ShotSpotter, a gunshot detection system, city officials announced on Tuesday. The Chicago Police Department has said the technology helps fight crime.

WATCH: 9-year-old hands police bag of drugs, leading to mom's arrest

"I just saw a couple of bags, pulled it out, and then that's when I knew what it was," the child is heard telling police.

IHOP is giving away free pancakes on National Pancake Day: How it works

In honor of National Pancake Day, IHOP will give out a free short stack of its famous buttermilk pancakes on Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at participating restaurants.

Key transfers bolster Nittany Lions' roster

UNIVERSITY PARK (Nittany Nation) A lot has played out in Happy Valley since Penn State's 38-25 loss to Ole Miss in the Peach Bowl. The Nittany Lions hired another coordinator, special teams coach Justin Lustig.

Police confirm identity of 101st victim of huge Maui wildfire

The death toll from the wildfire that destroyed the historic town of Lahaina, Hawaii, has climbed to 101 after Maui police confirmed the identity of one new victim, a 76-year-old man.

Beef prices could hit record highs in 2024, experts warn: Here's why

The latest report shows beef and veal prices in the U.S. are up almost 8% compared to this time last year.

Airstrike from Israeli hostage rescue wipes out entire Palestinian family in Gaza border town

RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Ibrahim Hasouna trudged over the rubble of the destroyed house, pointing out where family moments had taken place — where his mother and sister-in-law used to sleep, where he played with his 5-year-old nieces, where he helped his 1-year-old nephew take his first steps.

Around the world

Marathon world record-holder Kelvin Kiptum, who was set to be a superstar, has died in a car crash

Marathon world record-holder Kelvin Kiptum, who was set to be a superstar of long-distance running and was a top contender for gold at the Olympics in Paris this year, was killed along with his coach in a car crash in Kenya.

President's intervention keeps Paris' riverside bookstalls in place for the Olympics

French President Emmanuel Macron has canceled plans to move Paris’ famed second-hand booksellers’ boxes from the banks of the Seine River in preparation for the opening ceremony of the Olympics in July.

Azerbaijan, Armenia exchange blame after deadly border skirmish

Armenia and Azerbaijan on Tuesday exchanged blows over a skirmish at their shared border, which is reported to have left at least four Armenian soldiers dead.

Polish doctor 'safe and sound' after being freed from kidnappers in Chad

A Polish doctor who had been kidnapped in Chad was released and remains "safe and sound," according to her home country's foreign minister.

Millions of Indonesians choose a new president in one of the world's largest elections

Millions of Indonesians are choosing a new president as the world’s third-largest democracy aspires to become a global economic powerhouse just over 25 years since emerging from a brutal authoritarian era.

Biden says 'key elements' of a Gaza deal are on the table as he meets with Jordan's King Abdullah

WASHINGTON (AP) — Declaring that "every innocent life lost in Gaza is a tragedy,” President Joe Biden welcomed Jordan’s King Abdullah II to the White House Monday for talks on how to end the months-long war and plan for what comes afterward.

IDF shares video of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar escaping through tunnel network

The IDF has released a video of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar escaping through a tunnel network days after the group’s brutal Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

Technology

Shipwreck from 1940 Storm Found in Lake Superior

Shipwreck hunters have made an astonishing discovery in Lake Superior. They found a merchant ship that sank during a storm in 1940, tragically taking the life of its captain near Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

Meghan Markle signs new podcasting agreement following Spotify split

In less than 12 months since terminating their podcasting collaboration with Spotify, Meghan Markle has secured a fresh podcasting alliance.

Japan space agency postpones launch of second test-flight of its flagship rocket due to bad weather

TOKYO (AP) — Japan's space agency on Tuesday postponed the launch of a second test flight of its new flagship rocket H3 series planned for this week because of bad weather forecast at the launch site.

Lyft stock price: LYFT shares surge after major earnings mistake

On the worst day on Wall Street since last March, shares of ride share service Lyft blew up briefly in after-hours trading after the company posted erroneous earnings projections in an earnings press release that sent investors into a frenzy.

The role of AI in federal facility safety

As we navigate a landscape of evolving threats and heightened security needs, integrating AI-driven solutions in federal facilities is not just a forward-thinking move but a necessary evolution. The post The role of AI in federal facility safety first appeared on Federal News Network.

Poland's new PM exposes widespread illegal use of Pegasus spyware by previous government

Poland's newly-appointed prime minister reveals concrete evidence of illegal utilization of the powerful Pegasus spyware by state authorities in the previous regime, who extensively targeted numerous victims through hacking.

Mobileye CEO Shashua expects more autonomous vehicles on the road in 2 years as tech moves ahead

DETROIT (AP) — Six years ago, automakers and tech companies thought they were on the cusp of putting thousands of self-driving robotaxis on the street to carry passengers without a human driver.

Sports News

Steve Kerr attends funeral for assistant coach Dejan Milojević in Serbia

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Golden State assistant coach Dejan Milojević was buried Monday in his native Serbia, with many members of the Warriors' staff among the hundreds of mourners present for the funeral on a rainy day at a Belgrade cemetery.

Former Cowboys offensive lineman Tony Hutson dead at 49: reports

Former NFL offensive lineman Tony Hutson, who played for the Dallas Cowboys in the late 1990s, has died. He was 49.

Slugging free agent Jorge Soler agrees to $42M, three-year deal with Giants, AP source says

A person with direct knowledge of the negotiations tells The Associated Press that free agent outfielder and designated hitter Jorge Soler has agreed to a $42 million, three-year contract with the San Francisco Giants.

Splash Brothers combine for 51 in 129-107 win over Jazz

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) - The Utah Jazz roster has been shaken up, and the team is having a bit of a tough time adjusting.

Amundsens basketball passion culminating in special season

CLOVIS, Calif. - Around the Central Valley, the Amundsen name is synonymous with the game of basketball, and the family's connection to the sport goes back pretty far. "My dad's dad, I know he played." says Connor Amundsen. "He was in the Deaf League, he had 60 points in a game before.

Utes lose second straight at home, falling to ASU, 85-77

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) - After 12 straight wins at home to start the year, the Utes basketball team has now lost two in a row.

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur looks forward to 'huge opportunity' with Hamilton in 2025

MARANELLO, Italy (AP) — Lewis Hamilton's arrival will present “a huge opportunity” for Ferrari next year but signing the seven-time Formula One champion involved some uncomfortable phone calls, team principal Fred Vasseur said Tuesday.

Politics News

PHOTOS: CA Senate candidates Schiff, Garvey, Porter, Lee battle it out in Nexstar debate

The four leading candidates for the U.S. Senate in California took to the stage for a lively debate on Monday.

Suozzi holds narrow lead over Pilip days before NY-3 special election: PIX11 poll

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- Former Congressman Tom Suozzi, the Democratic nominee in the race to replace disgraced Congressman George Santos, holds a slight lead according to a PIX11/Emerson College poll of likely voters released just a few days before Election Day.

Biden chides Republicans, fails to mention border in remarks on spending bill

President Biden urged House Speaker Mike Johnson to put the $95 billion national security supplemental package up for a vote immediately.

Minimum wage is 'where it is and should be' says Senate candidate Steve Garvey

SAN FRANCISCO (KSEE) - Senate candidate Steve Garvey says minimum wage is "where it is and should be," citing California's recent move to increase the minimum wage to $20 an hour in April.

NJ Assembly votes to extend job protection after family leave

TRENTON, N.J. (PIX11) - The New Jersey State Assembly passed a bill to protect the jobs of some workers of very small businesses who take paid family leave. "This gives us the opportunity to help about 700,000 New Jerseyans," said Assembly Speaker Criag Coughlin prior to the vote.

House set to vote on Mayorkas impeachment a second time

Having failed to impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas the first time, House Republicans are determined to try again.

Johnson defends his time as Chicago mayor amid growing criticism

It’s a favorite for politicians – a way to reach a reliable voting constituency – a bingo game for seniors.