National
Time to empty the freezer? This cook challenged herself to make a week of meals with forgotten food
In many kitchens, a lot of food sits forgotten and unused in freezers, fridges and pantries. What if you tried to turn it all into meals?
Ex-officer Derek Chauvin to ask U.S. Supreme Court to review conviction in murder of George Floyd
Former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin will ask the U.S. Supreme Court to review his conviction for second-degree murder in the killing of George Floyd, now that the Minnesota Supreme Court has declined to hear the case, his attorney said Wednesday.
Dollar General on the hook for $17 million in workplace-safety fines
Dollar General, one of the most profitable retail stores in the country, still owes at least $17 million worth of fines related to workplace safety violations.
Federal judge nixes Donald Trump's bid to move hush-money criminal case, keeping it in state court
A federal judge on Wednesday rejected Donald Trump's bid to move his hush-money criminal case from New York state court to federal court, ruling that the former president had failed to meet a high legal bar for changing jurisdiction.
Stanford University president announces resignation over concerns about his research
The president of Stanford University said Wednesday he would resign, citing an independent review that cleared him of research misconduct but found flaws in some papers he authored.
Jill Biden welcomes proposal for Medicare to pay for navigation services for cancer patients
First lady Jill Biden on Wednesday welcomed a new proposal to have Medicare pay for navigation services for cancer patients, saying it will make "an enormous difference in people's lives."
Sticky Note Bandit strikes again, notching 3rd Houston bank robbery in 2 weeks
The man known as the Sticky Note Bandit has now pulled off three heists in less than two weeks throughout the Houston area, according to federal authorities.
Jan. 6 charges against Trump would add to his mounting legal peril as he campaigns for 2024
Hush-money payments. Classified records. And now, his efforts to overturn the 2020 election that led to the Capitol attack. Already facing criminal cases in New York and Florida, Donald Trump faces increasing legal peril as investigations into his struggle to cling to power after his election loss appear to be coming to a head.
Military veteran who stormed Capitol with loaded pistol is sentenced to 7 years in prison
A military veteran who stormed the U.S. Capitol with a loaded pistol, metal-plated body armor and a gas mask was sentenced on Wednesday to seven years in prison, one of the longest among hundreds of Jan. 6 riot cases.
Iowa's overhaul of state agencies is already showing results, governor says
An extensive reorganization of Iowa's state government to streamline services is complete and already translating into improvements after just three months, Gov. Kim Reynolds said, even as some continue to worry that the massive transition consolidates the governor's power and diminishes accountability.
Gator bites snorkeler in U.S. Forest Service swim area in Florida
The Alexander Springs public swimming area in Florida's Ocala National Forest was shut down temporarily Monday after an alligator bit a man while he was snorkeling.
Netflix cuts basic tier in U.S. and U.K.
Viewers in the U.S. and U.K. no longer can sign up for a basic Netflix subscription plan after the streaming company dropped the tier.
New Hampshire Republican Gov. Chris Sununu won't seek reelection in 2024
New Hampshire Republican Gov. Chris Sununu, who considered but decided against runs for president and the U.S. Senate, said Wednesday he will not seek reelection in 2024.
Ex-employee files lawsuit accusing Twitter of targeting him for layoffs due to his age
An ex-employee is accusing Twitter of firing him for being too old.
CDC finds opioids mixed with cocaine, meth driving more overdose deaths
Deadly multidrug cocktails of opioids mixed with cocaine or psychostimulants such as crystal meth have driven more overdose deaths, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Wednesday.
Maine governor expands access to abortion later in pregnancy
Democratic Gov. Janet Mills signed a bill into law Wednesday that expands access to abortions later in pregnancy in Maine, joining a half-dozen states that leave it to doctors and patients to make the decision without restrictions on timing.
