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national1 day ago

Poet mother Renee Good fatally shot by ICE in Minneapolis, sparking protests

Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three and prize-winning poet who had recently moved to Minneapolis, was shot dead by an ICE agent during a raid, with officials saying she acted as a legal observer. The Trump administration labeled her a domestic terrorist, while family and city leaders emphasized her compassion and non-activist role. Her death sparked vigils and a fundraising drive for her family and reignited debate over ICE powers and the use of force.

via BBC|
#ice#immigration#minneapolis
national1 year ago

"Pro-Palestinian Protests Disrupt Traffic in Major US Cities"

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators in major cities across the U.S. shut down airport highways and bridges, causing travel disruptions and leading to arrests. The protests were part of a global "economic blockade to free Palestine" and called for an immediate cease-fire in the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Demonstrators in Illinois, California, New York, and the Pacific Northwest disrupted traffic at airports, on bridges, and on a major highway, leading to arrests and temporary closures.

via NPR|
#airport-highways#bridges#cease-fire
national1 year ago

"Powerball Jackpot Skyrockets to $1.23 Billion as No Big Winners Emerged"

The Powerball jackpot has surged to $1.23 billion after another drawing without a big winner, making it the eighth-largest in U.S. lottery history. The odds of winning the top prize are 1 in 292.2 million, and since January 1, there have been 40 consecutive drawings without a jackpot winner. The next drawing offers an estimated cash option of $595.1 million, and the game is played in 45 states plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

via NPR|
#drawing#jackpot#lottery
national1 year ago

"Powerball and Mega Millions Jackpots Soar to Nearly $2 Billion Combined"

The Powerball jackpot has surged to an estimated $975 million after no one matched the six numbers drawn on Saturday night, marking nearly three months without a big winner. The last jackpot was won on New Year's Day in Michigan for $842.4 million. The $975 million prize is for a sole winner who chooses an annuity paid over 30 years, or $471.7 million in cash. The odds for the latest drawing were 1 in 292.2 million, and the game is played in 45 states plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

via NPR|
#jackpot#lottery#national
national1 year ago

"Engineer Files Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Against Defense Contractor in Alabama"

An engineer in Huntsville, Ala., is suing defense contractor Parsons Corporation for discrimination, alleging he was fired for speaking his native Hindi language at work. The engineer, Anil Varshney, has filed a federal lawsuit against Parsons and the U.S. Missile Defense Agency, claiming discrimination based on race, color, national origin, and age. The company denies the allegations, stating that Varshney's termination was due to a security violation. Former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara has expressed support for Varshney, stating that he was discriminated against because of his nationality and how he spoke. Varshney seeks justice and lost wages through the lawsuit.

via NPR|
#alabama#defense-contractor#engineer
national2 years ago

"Federal Ban on Humorous Highway Signs Sparks Debate Among State Departments"

The Federal Highway Administration has mandated states to remove humorous electronic highway signs within two years, citing concerns about driver distraction. While these signs were intended to convey safety messages in a more engaging manner, the administration now requires states to limit references to pop culture and ensure that messages are widely understood. Some states have already discontinued the use of funny messages, while others are adjusting to the new guidelines.

via NPR|
#federal-highway-administration#highway-signs#humor
national2 years ago

Flags to be lowered nationwide in remembrance of 9/11 anniversary

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff across the state on Monday in honor of the lives lost during the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Ceremonies will also be held at Fort Riley to remember the victims. The attacks, carried out by al-Qaeda in 2001, claimed the lives of nearly 3,000 people. Governor Kelly expressed gratitude to the first responders who risked their lives to save others during the tragedy.

via KSNT News|
#911-anniversary#first-responders#flags-lowered
national2 years ago

"Florida Resident Wins Record-Breaking $1.58 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot"

A lucky Mega Millions player in Florida won the $1.58 billion jackpot, ending a four-month stretch without a winner. The winning numbers were 13, 19, 20, 32, 33, and the yellow ball was 14. This jackpot is the third-largest in U.S. history and can be claimed as a lump sum of approximately $783.3 million. Mega Millions is played in 45 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

via NPR|
#florida#jackpot#lottery
national2 years ago

Trump's Fate: A Legal Breakdown of the January 6 Probe and Charges

Pam Hemphill, a Jan. 6 rioter who served her sentence for her role in the insurrection, believes that former President Trump should face the same fate as those who stormed the Capitol. Hemphill, who pleaded guilty to trespassing, picketing, and parading, regrets following Trump and acknowledges being lied to by him. She believes that Trump, as one of the most powerful people in the world, should be subject to the laws that ensure the safety and freedom of the country. Hemphill has faced death threats and is in the process of moving due to her decision to speak up against the movement she once supported.

via NPR|
#capitol-insurrection#consequences#jan-6-rioter
national2 years ago

Florida's Dev Shah Wins 2023 National Spelling Bee with 'Psammophile'

Dev Shah, a 14-year-old from Florida, won the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee by correctly spelling "psammophile," a noun that describes animals and plants that prefer to live in sandy soil environments. He also correctly spelled "poliorcetics," "aegagrus," and "schistorrhachis" to take home the $50,000 cash prize. Shah previously competed in the National Spelling Bee twice and enjoys math, social studies, tennis, and playing the cello.

via NPR|
#000-cash-prize#dev-shah#dollar50
national2 years ago

12-year-old charged with murder after fatal shooting at Sonic restaurant.

A 12-year-old juvenile suspect, along with Angel Gomez, has been charged with murder in the shooting of a Sonic restaurant employee in Keene, Texas. The incident occurred after a physical altercation between Gomez and the victim, Matthew Davis, who was shot multiple times from the back seat of Gomez's vehicle. Davis died in the hospital. The juvenile suspect was arrested in Rio Vista, and several firearms were confiscated from them. Both Gomez and the child are now in custody.

via NPR|
#angel-gomez#juvenile-suspect#murder
national2 years ago

Flags to be flown at half-staff in multiple US states on Sunday.

Flags are being flown at half-staff across the US for two reasons. Firstly, to honor the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, which is held annually in Emmitsburg, Maryland, and secondly, to honor the victims of the mass shooting in Allen, Texas, which left eight people dead and seven injured. President Joe Biden has ordered US flags at all federal buildings and grounds, military posts, naval stations, and naval vessels to fly at half-staff until sunset on Thursday, May 11.

via WHNT News 19|
#fallen-firefighters#flags#half-staff