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1h ago

Terry Kirkman, the Association singer and founding member, dies at 83

The Association consisted of a large ensemble of vocalists and instrumentalists known for their intricate vocal harmonies.
Terry Kirkman in 1970.
Terry Kirkman in 1970.
1h ago

All students injured in New York bus crash expected to recover, superintendent says

The two adults who died were band director Gina Pellettiere, 43, of Massapequa, and Beatrice Ferrari, 77, of Farmingdale, a retired teacher who was serving as a chaperone on the trip.
Rollover bus crash on an interstate in New York.
Rollover bus crash on an interstate in New York.
2h ago

California teen rescued after four days with kidnappers who demanded $500,000 ransom

The nightmare began Monday morning when the kidnappers caused a car crash and abducted the 17-year-old when he got out of his vehicle, authorities said.
California teen rescued from kidnapping, extortion attempt
California teen rescued from kidnapping, extortion attempt
21h ago

Next Powerball jackpot drawing worth $785 million after no winner Saturday

Monday’s Powerball jackpot drawing will be worth an estimated $785 million, the game’s fourth-largest prize, after there was no winner in the Saturday night drawing.
Lottery tickets at a smoke shop in New York on Nov. 9, 2022.
Lottery tickets at a smoke shop in New York on Nov. 9, 2022.
22h ago

6 dead, including 3 children, after train crashes into car crossing railroad tracks in Florida

“This SUV that looks like a soft drink can that’s been smashed. It’s that horrible to see,” the sheriff said Saturday night.
Emergency crews respond to the site of a crash in Plant City, Fla., on Sept. 23, 2023.
Emergency crews respond to the site of a crash in Plant City, Fla., on Sept. 23, 2023.

As Covid cases rise, what to know about Paxlovid

The antiviral pills can reduce risk of hospitalization or death.
Mary Ann Neilsen holds her last Paxlovid pills while recovering from Covid-19 in Santa Barbara, Calif.
Mary Ann Neilsen holds her last Paxlovid pills while recovering from Covid-19 in Santa Barbara, Calif.

Writers strike negotiations hung up on language over AI, sources say

Studio executives weren't present for the talks Saturday, which lasted eight hours, two sources familiar with the negotiations said. Bargaining will enter a fifth day Sunday.
Striking WGA members picket with striking SAG-AFTRA members outside Netflix studios in Los Angeles on Sept. 22, 2023.
Striking WGA members picket with striking SAG-AFTRA members outside Netflix studios in Los Angeles on Sept. 22, 2023.
1d ago

Former President Jimmy Carter makes an appearance at Georgia festival days before his 99th birthday

The outing comes seven months after Jimmy Carter entered hospice care at his home following a series of brief hospital stays.
Former President Jimmy Carter.
Former President Jimmy Carter.
1d ago

Florida siblings, 10 and 11, drove off in mom's car after she took their electronics, authorities say

The children were released to their mother's custody. She had reported her vehicle stolen and her children missing.
The Alachua County Sheriff's Office in Gainesville, Fla.
The Alachua County Sheriff's Office in Gainesville, Fla.
1d ago

Iowa man who disappeared the day he was found guilty of killing his wife is captured

An arrest warrant was issued for Gregory Showalter after he missed the reading of the jury verdict in the death of his wife.
Gregory Showalter Sr. testifies during his murder trial at the Wapello County Courthouse
Gregory Showalter Sr. testifies during his murder trial at the Wapello County Courthouse
2d ago

Ophelia weakens to tropical depression as storm moves over southeastern Virginia

The storm, which has brought heavy rain and strong winds to North Carolina and Virginia, is expected to continue to weaken.
Tropical Storm Ophelia reaches landfall
Tropical Storm Ophelia reaches landfall