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Diddy's alleged drug 'mule' arrested at Florida airport amid raids at rapper's homes

A known associate of Sean "Diddy" Combs and former Syracuse basketball player was arrested at a Florida airport Monday as federal agents raided the music mogul's Miami and Los Angeles mansions.

Interior Department rule aims to crack down on methane leaks from oil, gas drilling on public lands

The Biden administration has issued a final rule aimed at limiting methane leaks from oil and gas drilling on federal and tribal lands, its latest action to crack down on emissions of methane, a potent greenhouse gas that contributes significantly to global warming.

Texas’ migrant arrest law will remain on hold under new court ruling

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Texas’ plans to arrest migrants suspected of illegally entering the U.S. will remain on hold under a federal appeals court order that likely prevents enforcement of Republican Gov. Greg Abbott’s new immigration law until a broader decision on whether it is legal.

Donald Trump assails judge and his daughter after gag order in New York hush-money criminal case

NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump lashed out Wednesday at the New York judge who put him under a gag order ahead of his April 15 hush-money criminal trial, making a fallacious claim about his daughter and urging him to step aside from the case.

Nashville PD to stop rejecting HIV-positive officers after settlement

Metropolitan Nashville Police officers will no longer be disqualified on the sole basis of HIV status, the city agreed in a legal settlement Friday.

Actor from 'NCIS,' 'Shameless' arrested for allegedly breaching US Capitol on Jan. 6

His acting credits include appearances on "NCIS," “The Rookie,” "Days of Our Lives," and "Shameless," as well as the movie “Devil’s Night.

Baltimore bridge collapse: Who are the 6 victims?

When a cargo ship smashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, a group of construction workers were on the span. The search for the missing turned to a "recovery" mission Wednesday, then a "salvage" operation, as officials said two bodies were recovered and four others were presumed dead.

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4 men charged in Moscow attack, showing signs of beatings at hearing as court says 2 accept guilt

MOSCOW (AP) — Four men accused of staging the Russia concert hall attack that killed more than 130 people appeared before a Moscow court Sunday on terrorism charges showing signs of severe beatings. One appeared to be barely conscious during the hearing.

Is attack in Russia a threat to the world?

Russia suffered the worst terror attack on its soil in decades Friday when assailants descended on a concert hall near Moscow.

US sanctions online site Gaza Now and its founder for allegedly supporting Hamas

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on an online media site called Gaza Now and its founder Mustafa Ayash, for allegedly supporting Hamas.

Haiti's transitional council issues its first statement, signaling its creation is nearly complete

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Members of a transitional presidential council who will be responsible for selecting a new prime minister issued their first official statement on Wednesday, pledging to restore “public and democratic order” in Haiti.

People form a human chain around Slovakia's public broadcaster that government wants to take over

Protesters made a human chain around Slovakia's public television and radio building over a government takeover plan, in which journalists say public broadcasting would be under government control.

Burmese military junta flaunts strength at annual parade, despite unprecedented losses to rebel forces

Burma's government hosted its standard Armed Forces Day parade, flaunting its purported military might in stark contrast to losses incurred amid clashes with rebel groups.

Majority of Americans disapprove of Israel's war against Hamas: Poll

A majority of Americans now disapprove of Israel's war against Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza, with support dropping from 50 percent in November to 36 percent this month, according to a new Gallup poll. The number who disapprove increased from 45 percent in November to 55 percent in March.

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Idaho officials apologize to Utah women's basketball team after 'racial hate crimes,' U of U responds

City officials in Coeur D’Alene, Idaho, apologized to the Utah Women’s Basketball Team on Tuesday for the racist incidents that happened while the team was staying in the city for the NCAA tournament.

Sophia Smith signs contract extension with Portland for highest annual NWSL salary

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Sophia Smith had options but in the end felt like she “wasn't done” in Portland. The Thorns announced Wednesday that they signed Smith to a contract extension through 2025, with a player option for 2026.

Ramirez hoping for successful "second chapter" with De La Hoya

FRESNO, Calif. - Avenal native Jose Ramirez will be returning to the ring in Fresno on April 27th at the Save Mart Center, hoping to begin a successful "second chapter" of his boxing career under the promotional umbrella of one of his childhood idols, boxing legend Oscar De La Hoya.

Louisville tabs Charleston's Pat Kelsey to become Cardinals' head coach, AP source says

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville has reached an agreement with College of Charleston coach Pat Kelsey to become the Cardinals’ next men’s basketball coach, a person with direct knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press.

Aztecs square up for rematch against UConn in Sweet 16

The Aztecs look to get even with UConn after losing to them in the national championship game in 2023

Baseball 2024: What’s it like to sing the national anthem at an A’s or Giants game?

Whether you're 8 years old, a professional slack-key guitarist or dressed like a "Star Wars" character, singing the national anthem is always an unforgettable experience.

Moose on the Loose: Shot in the arm

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- Sometimes athletes surprise you with their performance, and Knicks guard Donte DiVincenzo has certainly done that. He was drafted in the first round, 17th overall, of the 2018 NBA Draft after helping the Villanova Wildcats win a national championship.

Politics News

Trump seeks to capitalize on Biden’s frustration with Israel’s Netanyahu

Support for Israel's war in Gaza has fractured along political and religious lines. But Trump's own remarks about Jewish Americans have been sharply criticized.

DeSantis signs bill to increase penalties for squatters, protect homeowners in Florida

Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 621 in Orlando on Wednesday, ending the squatters scam in the state of Florida.

New York budget likely to be late again as disputes continue

New York's Legislature is expected to miss its budget deadline once again, as negotiations over housing and education funding remain open.

Court agrees to pause collection of Trump's massive civil fraud judgment if he puts up $175M

NEW YORK (AP) — A New York appeals court on Monday agreed to hold off collection of former President Donald Trump’s more than $454 million civil fraud judgment if he puts up $175 million within 10 days.

Settlement reached in lawsuit between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis allies and Disney

Allies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney reached a settlement agreement Wednesday in a lawsuit over who controls Walt Disney World’s governing district.

DNC 'running incredible assault on democracy': RFK Jr. donor

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Nicole Shanahan as his running mate.

Kansas lawmakers advance crackdown on Chinese land buys, economic activity

Kansas lawmakers advanced proposals Wednesday to curb economic activity by Chinese entities, including farmland and business property purchases.