Tropical Storm Eta dumps blustery rain on Florida west coast
The National Hurricane Center in Miami predicts that after coming ashore Thursday morning, Eta will move northeast across Florida.
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Biden chooses longtime adviser Ron Klain as chief of staff
Klain served as coordinator to the Ebola response during the 2014 outbreak.
Georgia audit to trigger hand tally of presidential vote
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia’s secretary of state on Wednesday announced an audit of presidential election results that he said would be done with a full hand tally of ballots because the margin is so tight. Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said at a news conference Wednesday that his office wants the process to begin by […]
Salt Life founder held as flight risk in woman’s death
The founder of the popular beach clothing brand Salt Life is being held as a “flight risk” in the death of an 18-year-old woman who prosecutors said was shot while they were playing with a gun in a hotel room.
Florida cities mop up after deluge from Tropical Storm Eta
Tropical Storm Eta is squatting off western Cuba, and forecasters say it’s unclear where it might strike land again.
Race to 270: Tight presidental race narrowing down
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrat Joe Biden was pushing closer to the 270 Electoral College votes needed to carry the White House, securing victories in the “blue wall” battlegrounds of Wisconsin and Michigan and narrowing President Donald Trump’s path. With just a handful of states still up for grabs, Trump tried to press his case in court in […]
SEC Fines Florida Coach Dan Mullen $25,000
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) – The Southeastern Conference has fined Florida football coach Dan Mullen $25,000 for his role in a benches-clearing brawl against Missouri. The league also issued half-game suspensions for Missouri linebacker Chad Bailey, offensive lineman Dylan Spencer and defensive lineman Markell Utsey. Each of them will sit out the first half of Missouri’s […]
TECH BYTE: Apps Help You Safely Celebrate Halloween
Let’s look at how you can use tech to safely celebrate Halloween.
Obama Endorses Espy in Mississippi; Trump Backs Hyde-Smith
BY EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A Democrat trying to unseat a Republican U.S. senator in Mississippi said Wednesday that he has received his “biggest endorsement yet,” from former President Barack Obama. “Mike Espy has a…
Supreme Court puts curbside voting on hold in Alabama
The justices’ vote on Wednesday was 5-3, with the court’s three liberals dissenting.
US officials link Iran to emails meant to intimidate voters
The activities attributed to Iran mark a significant escalation at a time when most public election interference discussion has centered on Russia.
Senate GOP to push Barrett forward over Dem boycott of vote
Democrats are planning to boycott the session, but they don’t have the votes to stop Barrett’s ascent.
Florida agency: Flying squirrels illegally shipped to Asia
A Florida wildlife protection agency says it has broken up a trafficking ring that illegally trapped squirrels and shipped them to Asia.
Melania Trump says Barron no longer has COVID-19
First lady Melania Trump says Barron Trump tested positive at one point for the coronavirus but has subsequently tested negative.
NASA moon-landing tech hitches ride to space on Bezos rocket
Jeff Bezos’ space company has launched a rocket with NASA’s newest moon-landing tech on board.
FBI: Groups also discussed kidnapping Virginia governor
An FBI agent testified during a court hearing in Michigan that members of anti-government paramilitary groups discussed kidnapping Virginia’s governor during a June meeting in Ohio.
Apple unveils new iPhones for faster 5G wireless networks
Apple unveiled four new iPhones equipped with technology for use with faster new 5G wireless networks.
Supreme Court halts census in latest twist of 2020 count
It increased the chances of the Trump administration retaining control of the process that decides how many congressional seats each state gets — and by extension how much voting power each state has.
Uptick for retiree checks in 2021 amid coronavirus worries
By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR and ANDREW TAYLOR Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Social Security recipients will get a modest 1.3% cost-of living-increase in 2021, but that might be small comfort amid worries about the coronavirus and its consequences for older people.…
Trump vows not to participate in virtual debate with Biden
By ZEKE MILLER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump says he won't participate in next week’s debate with Democratic nominee Joe Biden if it's virtual. Debate organizers announced Thursday that the debate would be virtual because of Trump's…
NFL postpones Steelers-Titans game after 2 more positive tests
The NFL has postponed Sunday’s Pittsburgh Steelers game at Tennessee until later in the season after one additional Titans player and one personnel member tested positive for COVID-19.
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend grieve their miscarriage
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have revealed the “deep pain” they are feeling over her miscarriage.
Former President Jimmy Carter celebrates 96th birthday
Former President Jimmy Carter marks his 96th birthday Thursday, the latest milestone for the longest lived of the 44 men to hold the highest American office.
Shell plans to cut up to 9,000 jobs as oil demand slumps
The oil giant said Wednesday that around 1,500 employees have already agreed to take voluntary redundancy this year