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Supreme Court allows Idaho to enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is allowing Idaho to enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth while lawsuits over the law proceed, reversing lower courts.

Court documents detail alleged plot targeting 2 Kansas women

Authorities confirmed Monday that Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley are dead. Four people are now facing charges in the case.

Counterfeit Botox causing harmful reactions across country, CDC says

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning users of Botox about several reports of harmful reactions linked to counterfeit or mishandled products.

Hochul announces budget outline as lawmakers continue to hash out details

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced the framework of a $237 billion budget that includes broad plans to drive new housing construction, address the influx of migrants and crack down on illegal marijuana shops.

Trump to make history as first US president to face criminal trial

It’s a day former President Trump hoped would never come. After a relentless pursuit for delay, Trump will make history Monday morning by taking his seat at the defense table in a Manhattan courtroom, where the first criminal trial of a former U.S. president will begin.

Police officer, sheriff's deputy and shooter killed in exchange of gunfire in upstate NY, police say

Authorities say a police officer and a sheriff’s deputy were shot and killed in an upstate New York suburb by a man who was killed by police in an exchange of gunfire.

House Speaker Mike Johnson is taking complicated approach to passing aid for Ukraine and Israel

WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Mike Johnson on Monday unveiled a complicated proposal for passing wartime aid for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan, leaving its path to passage deeply uncertain as he rejected pressure to simply approve a package sent over by the Senate.

Around the world

Kirby calls idea Iran gave US warning about Israel attack 'ridiculous'

White House national security communications adviser John Kirby on Monday disputed reports that Iranian officials provided the United States advance notice of the timing and targets of its attacks against Israel over the weekend.

Australian police probe why man who stabbed 6 people to death in a Sydney mall targeted women

Police shot and killed the homeless assailant during his knife attack in the Westfield Bondi Junction mall.

Israel says Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles, 99% of which were intercepted

JERUSALEM (AP) — Booms and air raid sirens sounded across Israel early Sunday after Iran launched hundreds of drones, ballistic missiles and cruise missiles in an unprecedented revenge mission that pushed the Middle East closer to a regionwide war.

House passes series of bills aimed at squeezing Tehran financially

The Republican-led House on Monday voted in favor of a series of bills aimed at squeezing Iran financially in response to an unprecedented drone and missile attack launched by the Islamic Republic against Israel over the weekend.

White House opposes stand-alone Israel aid bill following Iranian attack

The White House said Monday it would not support a stand-alone bill only providing aid to Israel in the wake of Iran's recent attack, urging the House to pass a national security supplemental that included assistance for Ukraine, Israel and other allies.

US will not participate in Israeli counterstrike on Iran

President Joe Biden and his team are now urging Israel to proceed with caution in any counterattacks.

Review says Abbey Gate bombing wasn't preventable, refutes claims troops sighted the would-be bomber

WASHINGTON (AP) — The suicide bombing at the Kabul airport that killed U.S. troops and Afghans in August 2021 was not preventable, and the “bald man in black” spotted by U.S. service members the morning of the attack was not the bomber, according to a new review by U.S. Central Command.

Technology

Biden admin to provide $6.4B to Samsung for chip manufacturing in Texas

The Biden admin has agreed to give $6.4B in funding to Samsung for the development of a computer chip manufacturing and research cluster in Texas.

Unlocking Zero Trust Collaboration with Allies using an Open Standard

Strong data security is not a barrier, but a necessary and cost-effective bridge to a brighter future. Learn how an open standard is enabling zero trust collaboration with allies in this post from Federal News Network.

Tribal Nations Sue Social Media Companies for Native Youth Suicides

Two tribal nations have filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles county court alleging that social media companies like Facebook, Instagram (Meta Platforms), and Snapchat (Snap Inc.) are contributing to the alarming rates of suicide among Native American youth.

Pennsylvania Bill Requires Notification to Consumers of AI-Generated Content

The Pennsylvania House passed a bill that would mandate notifying consumers when content is produced by artificial intelligence. Additionally, defendants would be prohibited from arguing that AI-generated child sexual abuse material is not illegal.

Biden administration to grant $6.4 billion to Samsung for Texas chip production

The Biden administration has struck a deal to give Samsung Electronics $6.4 billion to build a computer chip manufacturing and research hub in Texas.

Beyond Git: How version control systems are evolving for devops

Tools that manage changes to source code, programs, documents, or other collections of information are known by a variety of names: version control, revision control, source control, or source code management are all common descriptors.

Key CIO Trends for 2024: Business Leaders Driving Change

Nimesh Mehta, Senior VP and Chief Information Officer at National Life Group, is a technology influencer transforming the insurance industry with a modernization roadmap.

Sports News

NHL executive committee approves Arizona Coyotes' move to Utah

The National Hockey League has moved one step closer to bringing the Arizona Coyotes to Salt Lake City.

LeBron James leads Lakers to win over Pelicans, setting up rematch in NBA Play-In Tournament

The Los Angeles Lakers knew if they won their regular season finale, they would need one more victory to advance to the first round of the NBA playoffs. LeBron James ensured that L.A. finished as the No. 8 seed.

Rosario and Pinto homer off Snell in his return to Tropicana Field, Rays beat Giants 9-4

Amed Rosario and René Pinto homered off Blake Snell in his return to Tropicana Field, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the San Francisco Giants 9-4 on Sunday.

Reports: Former Cubs pitcher Ken Holtzman dies at 78

Former Cubs pitcher Ken Holtzman has died at the age of 78, according to multiple reports. The lefty debuted in September 1965 for the Cubs and played on the North Side until 1971. He returned and pitched for the club in 1978 and 1979. His brother told the St.

John Sterling retires from Yankees broadcast booth at age 85 a few weeks into 36th season

NEW YORK (AP) — John Sterling, the hyperexcitable New York Yankees broadcaster known for decades of indelible, personalized home run calls, announced his immediate retirement Monday at age 85.

Caitlin Clark selected No. 1 overall by Indiana Fever in 2024 WNBA Draft

Iowa Hawkeyes superstar Caitlin Clark was selected No. 1 overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft by the Indiana Fever, as her stardom shifts to professional basketball.

Vance Walberg introduced as Fresno State head men's basketball coach

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Vance Walberg was officially introduced as the newest head coach at Fresno State. Walberg is the 20th head men's basketball coach in school history. "Its been such a big dream of mine through the years being here in the Valley.

Politics News

Lombardo letter cites inflation, barriers to homeownership under Biden's leadership

Gov. Joe Lombardo implored President Joe Biden in a letter Thursday to halt excessive government spending that is producing inflation and keeping Nevadans from buying homes.

Local governments look to state to help foot PFAS bill

The Environmental Protection Agency set enforceable drinking water standards for so-called “forever chemicals” last week. Several Minnesota communities impacted by high levels of PFAS are asking the state to help pay for remedies.

Tax Day reveals major split in how Biden and Trump would govern

The presidential candidates have conflicting ideas about how much to reveal about their own finances and the best ways to boost the economy through tax policy.

Biden hosts Czech leader at White House to promote Ukraine aid amid holdup in Congress

President Joe Biden called on the House to immediately take up the Senate-passed supplemental legislation for Ukraine and Israel funding on Monday as he hosted Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala in the Oval Office.

Harris in Arizona: Trump ‘gaslighting’ on abortion

Harris brought up Trump's announcement earlier this week in which he said abortion laws should be left up to the states, while also appearing to say he would not sign a federal ban.

Trump mocks judges in legal battles, asks who is the 'worst' or 'most evil'

“Who is the WORST, most EVIL and most CORRUPT JUDGE? Would it be Judge Arthur Engoron, Judge Lewis Kaplan or, could it be that my current New York disaster, Judge Juan Merchan, is the WORST?” Trump said in a Truth Social post.

California sues beach city over voter ID law backed by majority of residents

California officials are suing Huntington Beach over a voter ID amendment the city passed last month with support from a majority of residents.