Man kills 3 daughters, 1 other, himself at California church
A man shot and killed his three daughters, their chaperone and himself during a supervised visit with the girls Monday at a church in Sacramento, California, authorities said.
Thousands evacuate worst Australian floods in over a decade
Thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate their homes as parts of Australia’s southeast coast are inundated by the worst flooding in more than a decade that has claimed at least 10 lives.
Russia-Ukraine War: What to know on Day 6 of Russian assault
Russia’s war on Ukraine is now in its sixth day, with a miles-long convoy of Russian tanks and armored vehicles inching closer to the Ukrainian capital and fighting intensifying on the…
Bob Corker says Vladimir Putin has turned himself into a pariah
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Former US Senator and Chattanooga Mayor Bob Corker gave his thoughts on the Ukraine conflict today. Corker said Vladimir Putin has turned himself into a Pariah in attacking…
This couple wants back into Ukraine
RINGGOLD, Ga. -- The war in Ukraine has continued into its fifth straight day. Ukrainian civilians are fleeing to neighboring European countries as the conflict continues. But only a…
US states adding to financial pressure on Russia over war
By DAVID A. LIEB Associated Press Seeking to tighten the financial squeeze on Russia over its war against Ukraine, governors and lawmakers in numerous U.S. states were taking actions Monday to pull state investments from Russian companies while encouraging private…
Local Ukrainian Professor Gives Opinion on Russian Conflict
As Russia moves further into her native country, Dr. Khmelko has watched the situation progress with heartbreak. "For me personally, it's absolutely heartbreaking, and I do feel helpless, having my family,…
Biden to nominate Ketanji Brown Jackson for Supreme Court
President Joe Biden will nominate federal appeals court Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, the White House said, making her the first Black woman selected to serve in the court.
J&J, distributors finalize $26B landmark opioid settlement
Drugmaker Johnson & Johnson and three major distributors finalized nationwide settlements over their role in the opioid addiction crisis Friday, an announcement that clears the way for $26 billion to flow to nearly every state and local government in the U.S.
Expect to see a gas price spike from the Ukraine invasion
OOLTEWAH, Tennessee (WDEF) - One far-reaching consequence of the conflict in Ukraine is the fluctuation of local gas prices. As Russia invades its neighbor, the price of gas is expected to rise in the…
Military retirees express concerns over Russia-Ukraine crisis
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- On Thursday afternoon, President Biden imposed harsh economic sanctions on Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine. However, retired two-star Admiral Vance Fry said he believes Putin…
Russia's Putin announces military operation in Ukraine
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a military operation in Ukraine, claiming it’s intended to protect civilians. In a televised address, Putin said the action comes in response to threats coming from Ukraine. He added…
All 3 defendants convicted of hate crimes in Arbery killing
The three men convicted of murder in Ahmaud Arbery’s fatal shooting were found guilty of federal hate crimes Tuesday for violating Arbery’s civil rights and targeting him because he was Black.
American women players settle suit vs US Soccer for $24M
U.S. women soccer players reached a landmark agreement with the sport’s American governing body to end a six-year legal battle over equal pay, a deal in which they are promised $24 million plus bonuses that match those of the men.
Hate crimes case in Arbery killing now in hands of jury
BRUNSWICK, Ga. (AP) — They chased, shot and killed a running Black man who was unarmed and committed no crimes, and left a trail of racist text messages and…
Judge sentences cop who killed Daunte Wright to 2 years
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The former suburban Minneapolis police officer who said she confused her handgun for her Taser when she fatally shot Daunte Wright was sentenced Friday to two years in prison, a penalty below state guidelines after the judge found mitigating…
Weekly US jobless claims up, but remain historically low
Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits rose last week but remain near historically low levels, reflecting relatively few layoffs across the economy.
Brazil mudslide death toll reaches 105, with dozens missing
Rio de Janeiro state’s government has confirmed 105 deaths from floods and mudslides that swept away homes and cars in the city of Petropolis.
Entangled humpback whale cleared of marine debris off Maui
A female humpback whale traveling with a male and a calf has been freed after it was found entangled in a line with a large bundle of marine debris attached.
Testimony to resume in Ahmaud Arbery death hate crimes case
Prosecution witnesses were to retake the stand Wednesday in the federal hate crimes trial of three white men convicted of murdering Ahmaud Arbery. (more…)
Sandy Hook families settle for $73M with gun maker Remington
The families of nine victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School have agreed to a $73 million settlement of a lawsuit against the maker of the rifle used to kill 20 first graders and six educators in 2012.
Ukraine-Russia crisis: What to know on hopes of averting war
BERLIN (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Germany's chancellor on Tuesday after the Kremlin signaled that it was still possible for diplomacy to head off what Western officials have said…
'Power of the Dog' tops Oscar noms with 12; 'Dune' nabs 10
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) — After a pandemic year that hobbled movie theaters and saw streaming services make new inroads into Hollywood, the Academy Awards put its strongest support Tuesday behind two films made with…
Biden task force releases report to strengthen labor unions
A Biden administration task force on organized labor on Monday issued a set of recommendations that could make it easier for federal workers and contractors to unionize. (more…)
