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Federal authorities said Friday they arrested about 200 immigrants in raids on two California farms. Authorities offered 50k for information on one person suspected of firing a gun at federal agents. At least one worker was hospitalized.
Authorities say about 200 immigrants arrested in raids on 2 Southern California farms
CAMARILLO, Calif. (AP) — Federal immigration authorities said Friday they arrested about 200 immigrants suspected of being in the country illegally in raids a day earlier on two California cannabis…
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July 11, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Federal authorities said Friday they arrested about 200 immigrants in raids on two California farms. Authorities offered 50k for information on one person suspected of firing a gun at federal agents. At least one worker was hospitalized.
A Kurdish separatist militant group that waged a decades-long insurgency in Turkey laid down their weapons in a symbolic ceremony on Friday. The group announced in May that it would disband and renounce armed conflict.
Kurdish separatist fighters in Iraq begin laying down weapons as part of peace process with Turkey
SULAYMANIYAH, Iraq (AP) — Fighters with a Kurdish separatist militant group that has waged a decades-long insurgency in Turkey began laying down their weapons in a symbolic ceremony on Friday in no…
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July 11, 2025 at 10:30 PM
A Kurdish separatist militant group that waged a decades-long insurgency in Turkey laid down their weapons in a symbolic ceremony on Friday. The group announced in May that it would disband and renounce armed conflict.
The Obamas are teaming up with Larry David to produce a six-episode sketch comedy series on HBO to mark the country’s 250th anniversary, parent company Warner Bros. Discovery announced Thursday.
Obamas to produce Larry David US history sketch comedy series for HBO
Obamas are teaming up with Larry David to produce a six-episode sketch comedy series on HBO to mark the country’s 250th anniversary, parent company Warner Bros. Discovery announced Thursday.
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July 11, 2025 at 10:00 PM
The Obamas are teaming up with Larry David to produce a six-episode sketch comedy series on HBO to mark the country’s 250th anniversary, parent company Warner Bros. Discovery announced Thursday.
A divided federal appeals court on Friday threw out an agreement that would have allowed accused Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed to plead guilty in a deal sparing him the risk of execution.
Appeals court throws out plea deal for alleged mastermind of Sept. 11 attacks
WASHINGTON (AP) — A divided federal appeals court on Friday threw out an agreement that would have allowed accused Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed to plead guilty in a deal sparing him t…
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July 11, 2025 at 9:30 PM
A divided federal appeals court on Friday threw out an agreement that would have allowed accused Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed to plead guilty in a deal sparing him the risk of execution.
The U.S. State Department is firing more than 1,300 employees on Friday in line with a reorganization plan from the Trump administration. Critics worry it will damage America's influence and efforts to counter threats abroad.
State Department is firing over 1,300 employees under Trump administration plan
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — The U.S. State Department is firing more than 1,300 employees on Friday in line with a dramatic reorganization plan from the Trump administration that critics say will…
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July 11, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The U.S. State Department is firing more than 1,300 employees on Friday in line with a reorganization plan from the Trump administration. Critics worry it will damage America's influence and efforts to counter threats abroad.
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) called on Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to immediately declare a public health emergency for measles.
Schumer presses RFK Jr. to declare measles emergency
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) called on Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to immediately declare a public health emergency for measles, blaming the senior Tr…
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July 11, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) called on Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to immediately declare a public health emergency for measles.
41-year old Branden Gywayne Givens was sentenced to thirty years in prison yesterday after Bay County Police searched his home and found 82 grams of fentanyl, enough to kill more than 4,000 people with fatal overdoses.
Fentanyl dealer sentenced to thirty years in prison
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) — 41-year old Branden Gywayne Givens had two outstanding warrants for his arrest when Bay County sheriff’s deputies pulled over his vehicle last year. They searc…
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July 11, 2025 at 7:45 PM
41-year old Branden Gywayne Givens was sentenced to thirty years in prison yesterday after Bay County Police searched his home and found 82 grams of fentanyl, enough to kill more than 4,000 people with fatal overdoses.
President Donald Trump arrived Friday in Texas for a firsthand look at the devastation from the state’s catastrophic flooding, remaining conspicuously quiet about previous promises to do away with the federal agency in charge of disaster relief.
Trump touring Texas flood damage Friday
President Donald Trump arrived Friday in Texas for a firsthand look at the devastation from the state’s catastrophic flooding, but he has remained conspicuously quiet about his previous promi…
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July 11, 2025 at 7:30 PM
President Donald Trump arrived Friday in Texas for a firsthand look at the devastation from the state’s catastrophic flooding, remaining conspicuously quiet about previous promises to do away with the federal agency in charge of disaster relief.
More than 30 percent of American teenagers were considered prediabetic in 2023, according to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Almost 1 in 3 adolescents have prediabetes: CDC
More than 30 percent of American teenagers were considered prediabetic in 2023, according to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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July 11, 2025 at 6:56 PM
More than 30 percent of American teenagers were considered prediabetic in 2023, according to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The City of Panama City has announced its annual “Back to School” supply drive that will be held from Monday, July 14 to Wednesday, August 6.
Panama City’s annual ‘Back to School’ supply drive underway
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – The City of Panama City has announced its annual “Back to School” supply drive that will be held from Monday, July 14 to Wednesday, August 6. According …
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July 11, 2025 at 6:33 PM
The City of Panama City has announced its annual “Back to School” supply drive that will be held from Monday, July 14 to Wednesday, August 6.
As part of an annual tradition, the convenience store chain is giving away free small Slurpee drinks to customers who visit a participating location of 7-Eleven, Speedway or Stripes on Friday, while supplies last.
It’s Slurpee Day at 7-Eleven: How to get free drink — and a temporary ‘Tongue-too’
Customers can visit participating 7-Eleven, Speedway or Stripes to redeem their frozen drinks.
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July 11, 2025 at 6:10 PM
As part of an annual tradition, the convenience store chain is giving away free small Slurpee drinks to customers who visit a participating location of 7-Eleven, Speedway or Stripes on Friday, while supplies last.
A former teacher and coach at Charlotte High School was federally indicted on four charges related to child pornography, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office announced.
Florida teacher, coach federally indicted on child porn charges
A former teacher and coach at Charlotte High School was federally indicted on four charges related to child pornography, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office announced.
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July 11, 2025 at 5:47 PM
A former teacher and coach at Charlotte High School was federally indicted on four charges related to child pornography, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office announced.
Country music singer Conner Smith is being charged with a misdemeanor after a 77-year-old woman was struck and killed in Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood.
Country singer facing misdemeanor charge in deadly Nashville crash
Country music singer Conner Smith is being charged with a misdemeanor after a 77-year-old woman was struck and killed in Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood.
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July 11, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Country music singer Conner Smith is being charged with a misdemeanor after a 77-year-old woman was struck and killed in Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood.
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a suspect in a shooting investigation on Thursday night.
JCSO arrest suspect in Cypress residence shooting incident
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a suspect in a shooting investigation on Thursday night. According to the JCSO, shortly after 8 p.m., auth…
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July 11, 2025 at 5:06 PM
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a suspect in a shooting investigation on Thursday night.
A new tool is advancing the general surgery department at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast. The Da Vinci five robotic surgical system saw its first patient at the hospital in Late June and since then has helped perform more than 30 procedures.
Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast introduces new robotic surgery machine
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A new tool is advancing the general surgery department at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast. It’s called the Da Vinci five robotic surgical system, and i…
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July 11, 2025 at 10:30 AM
A new tool is advancing the general surgery department at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast. The Da Vinci five robotic surgical system saw its first patient at the hospital in Late June and since then has helped perform more than 30 procedures.
The State Department formally advised staffers Thursday that it would be sending layoff notices to some of them soon, coming as part of dramatic changes to the agency that the Trump administration announced earlier this year.
State Department tells staffers that layoff notices are coming soon
WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department formally advised staffers Thursday that it would be sending layoff notices to some of them soon, coming as part of dramatic changes to the agency that the Tru…
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July 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The State Department formally advised staffers Thursday that it would be sending layoff notices to some of them soon, coming as part of dramatic changes to the agency that the Trump administration announced earlier this year.
In the last six months, the sudden withdrawal of U.S. money has caused a “systemic shock,” U.N. officials warned, adding that if funding isn’t replaced, it could lead to over 4 million AIDS-related deaths and 6 million more HIV infections by 2029.
The UN warns millions will die by 2029 if US funding for HIV programs isn’t replaced
LONDON (AP) — Years of American-led investment into AIDS programs has reduced the number of people killed by the disease to the lowest levels seen in more than three decades and provided life-savin…
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July 11, 2025 at 9:30 AM
In the last six months, the sudden withdrawal of U.S. money has caused a “systemic shock,” U.N. officials warned, adding that if funding isn’t replaced, it could lead to over 4 million AIDS-related deaths and 6 million more HIV infections by 2029.
At least 200 homes were damaged during a deadly flash flood in the mountain village of Ruidoso, and local emergency managers warned Wednesday that number could more than double as teams survey more neighborhoods.
As many as 200 homes damaged as officials survey the aftermath of a deadly New Mexico flood
RUIDOSO, N.M. (AP) — At least 200 homes were damaged during a deadly flash flood in the mountain village of Ruidoso, and local emergency managers warned Wednesday that number could more than double…
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July 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
At least 200 homes were damaged during a deadly flash flood in the mountain village of Ruidoso, and local emergency managers warned Wednesday that number could more than double as teams survey more neighborhoods.
President Donald Trump posted a letter Thursday evening announcing Canadian goods will be subject to a 35% tariff rate starting Aug. 1, an aggressive increase to the 25% tariff first announced by Trump in February.
The Latest: Trump says Canada’s role in US fentanyl crisis justifies 35% tariffs on Canadian goods
President Donald Trump posted a letter to social media Thursday evening announcing Canadian goods will be subject to a 35% tariff rate starting Aug. 1, an aggressive increase to the 25% tariff firs…
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July 11, 2025 at 8:30 AM
President Donald Trump posted a letter Thursday evening announcing Canadian goods will be subject to a 35% tariff rate starting Aug. 1, an aggressive increase to the 25% tariff first announced by Trump in February.
The International Criminal Court believes war crimes and crimes against humanity are continuing to take place in Sudan’s vast western Darfur region where civil war has raged for more than two years, the tribunal’s deputy prosecutor said Thursday.
ICC believes war crimes and crimes against humanity are taking place now in Sudan’s Darfur region
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The International Criminal Court believes war crimes and crimes against humanity are continuing to take place in Sudan’s vast western Darfur region where civil war has raged f…
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July 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
The International Criminal Court believes war crimes and crimes against humanity are continuing to take place in Sudan’s vast western Darfur region where civil war has raged for more than two years, the tribunal’s deputy prosecutor said Thursday.
The number of local journalists per capita in the United States has declined by about 75 percent on average since 2002, according to a report by the nonprofit Rebuild Local News and Muck Rack, an aggregator of journalism bylines.
1,000 US counties without full-time local journalist: Report
Fewer local journalists translates to fewer watchful eyes on school boards, local sports, businesses, town and city government, and other important local institutions, the report said.
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July 11, 2025 at 7:30 AM
The number of local journalists per capita in the United States has declined by about 75 percent on average since 2002, according to a report by the nonprofit Rebuild Local News and Muck Rack, an aggregator of journalism bylines.
A man charged with attempting to assassinate Donald Trump last year at his Florida golf course told a federal judge Thursday he wants to fire his lawyers and represent himself, saying he will be ready to defend himself before a trial jury this fall.
Man accused of attempting to assassinate Trump wants to represent himself in Florida case
FORT PIERCE, Fla. (AP) — A man charged with attempting to assassinate Donald Trump last year at his Florida golf course told a federal judge Thursday he wants to fire his court-appointed lawyers an…
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July 11, 2025 at 7:00 AM
A man charged with attempting to assassinate Donald Trump last year at his Florida golf course told a federal judge Thursday he wants to fire his lawyers and represent himself, saying he will be ready to defend himself before a trial jury this fall.
Freed from ICE, Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist, filed a claim for $20 million against the Trump administration, alleging he was falsely imprisoned, maliciously prosecuted and smeared as an antisemite as the government sought to deport him.
Freed from ICE detention, Mahmoud Khalil files $20 million claim against Trump administration
NEW YORK (AP) — On a recent afternoon, Mahmoud Khalil sat in his Manhattan apartment, cradling his 10-week-old son as he thought back to the pre-dawn hours spent pacing a frigid immigration jail in…
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July 11, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Freed from ICE, Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist, filed a claim for $20 million against the Trump administration, alleging he was falsely imprisoned, maliciously prosecuted and smeared as an antisemite as the government sought to deport him.
The Trump administration will restrict immigrants in the country illegally from enrolling in Head Start, a federally funded preschool program, the Department of Health and Human Services announced Thursday.
Head Start will be cut off for immigrants without legal status, Trump administration says
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration will restrict immigrants in the country illegally from enrolling in Head Start, a federally funded preschool program, the Department of Health and Human S…
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July 11, 2025 at 6:00 AM
The Trump administration will restrict immigrants in the country illegally from enrolling in Head Start, a federally funded preschool program, the Department of Health and Human Services announced Thursday.
Moderna reports it has received full approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its COVID-19 vaccine, Spikevax, in children six months through 11 years of age, who are at an increased risk of the disease.
Moderna gets full FDA approval for kids COVID-19 vaccine
The company expects to make the updated Spikevax available to U.S. patients in time for the 2025-26 respiratory virus season.
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July 11, 2025 at 5:30 AM
Moderna reports it has received full approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its COVID-19 vaccine, Spikevax, in children six months through 11 years of age, who are at an increased risk of the disease.