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Sources: White House sought new Reflecting Pool charges

Sources: White House sought new Reflecting Pool charges

  • Andrew Goudsward Reuters

They said the White House asked the Justice Department to explore new charges after a prosecutor angered President Trump by moving to dismiss cases.

Terry Savage: Increasingly clever scams can trap even the sharpest people

Terry Savage: Increasingly clever scams can trap even the sharpest people

  • Terry Savage, Tribune Content Agency

Most people think it could never happen to them— until it does! Scam artists are becoming far more sophisticated these days, and victims are often people who believe they would never fall for a con. But the Federal Trade Commission says people have reported losing $3.5 billion to scams in 2025.

Dogs can distinguish between emotions in a human face, study shows

Dogs can distinguish between emotions in a human face, study shows

  • Reuters

BERLIN, Aug 11 (Reuters) - A peek inside dogs' brains revealed man's best friend can distinguish emotions in people's faces, researchers at the University of Vienna have found, providing what they

Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 12

Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 12

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    Sources: Democrats plan Trump investigations if they win House

    Sources: Democrats plan Trump investigations if they win House

    • Nandita Bose Reuters

    The strategy will target companies and financial firms surrounding the president, instead of trying to impeach him immediately, four sources said.

    Jill On Money: Planning beats prediction (or tune out the perma-bears)

    Jill On Money: Planning beats prediction (or tune out the perma-bears)

    • Jill Schlesinger

    Earlier this month, U.S. stock market indexes reached new highs. This may surprise you considering the ongoing uncertainty about the Middle East war; prices rising faster than the Fed wants; and U.S. government bond yields jumping.

    US bars federal funding of gender-affirming care for minors

    US bars federal funding of gender-affirming care for minors

    • Ahmed Aboulenein Reuters

    The rule does not ban the procedures but removes the federal support that makes them accessible to millions of low-income children.

    Judge blocks Postal Service from restricting mail-in voting

    Judge blocks Postal Service from restricting mail-in voting

      Several voting rights groups asked the judge to bar the USPS from implementing Trump’s order anywhere in the nation.

      Trump Aide Shares Photo With Jeanine Pirro After Claims President Was Furious Over Reflecting Pool Incident

      Trump Aide Shares Photo With Jeanine Pirro After Claims President Was Furious Over Reflecting Pool Incident

        White House Protocol Chief Monica Crowley posted an Instagram “SQUAD” photo featuring U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro amid intensifying speculation about Pirro’s standing. The post arrived as the Trump administration faced friction over the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool case. A Justice Depart…

        Bulldozers roll into national park to build Trump border wall

        Bulldozers roll into national park to build Trump border wall

          Residents are dissatisfied with assurances that not all of the park will get a wall, and argue road construction is an environmental catastrophe.

          US fuel sales bring a glimpse of capitalism to Cuba

          US fuel sales bring a glimpse of capitalism to Cuba

            Under Washington’s oil embargo, an exception that allows U.S. firms to export fuel to private Cuban businesses kickstarted a black market.

            Want the best Perseid meteor shower views? Here's the where and when

            Want the best Perseid meteor shower views? Here's the where and when

              Here's everything you need to know about the Perseid meteor shower, including when and where to get the best view.

              Practical Tips for Helping Pets Adjust to a New Home

              Practical Tips for Helping Pets Adjust to a New Home

                Transitioning your pawsome pup to its new home can make for a ruff day! Or week, potentially even months! Buzz60’s Chloe Hurst has the story!

                El Niño, Polar Vortex: What Old Farmer's Almanac says about winter

                El Niño, Polar Vortex: What Old Farmer's Almanac says about winter

                  The winter months will be wet, turbulent and cold, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. Here's what else this winter could bring.

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                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 12

                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 12

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                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 11

                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 11

                  Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 10

                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 10

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                  Photos: Guns in Northeast Iowa crime cases

                  Photos: Guns in Northeast Iowa crime cases

                  We've compiled pictures of different weapons that have come up during criminal investigations in Northeast Iowa in recent years.

                  State & Regional

                  Gov. Kim Reynolds calls for Iowans to donate blood amid national shortage

                  Gov. Kim Reynolds calls for Iowans to donate blood amid national shortage

                  Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds called for Iowans to donate blood amid a national shortage this summer — and said she would “lead by example” with a donation Wednesday.

                  Iowa sets new transmission standards for noise, guy wires, field strength

                  Iowa sets new transmission standards for noise, guy wires, field strength

                  Newly adopted rules from the Iowa Utilities Commission aim to “mitigate potential impacts” of proposed large-scale transmission projects. 

                  Iowa Pork Producers to hand out 1,776 pork chops for America 250

                  Iowa Pork Producers to hand out 1,776 pork chops for America 250

                  The Iowa Pork Producers Association plans to have a “1776 Pork Chop Salute” at the Iowa State Fair this summer to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.

                  Environmental groups sue Iowa DNR over Ottumwa coal plant discharge permits

                  Environmental groups sue Iowa DNR over Ottumwa coal plant discharge permits

                  A group of environmental organizations allege in a lawsuit that the Iowa Department of Natural Resources granted illegal discharge permits to a coal plant and its landfill in Ottumwa. 

                  Nation & World

                  Sources: White House sought new Reflecting Pool charges

                  Sources: White House sought new Reflecting Pool charges

                  They said the White House asked the Justice Department to explore new charges after a prosecutor angered President Trump by moving to dismiss cases.

                  Terry Savage: Increasingly clever scams can trap even the sharpest people

                  Terry Savage: Increasingly clever scams can trap even the sharpest people

                  Most people think it could never happen to them— until it does! Scam artists are becoming far more sophisticated these days, and victims are often people who believe they would never fall for a con. But the Federal Trade Commission says people have reported losing $3.5 billion to scams in 2025.

                  Dogs can distinguish between emotions in a human face, study shows

                  Dogs can distinguish between emotions in a human face, study shows

                  BERLIN, Aug 11 (Reuters) - A peek inside dogs' brains revealed man's best friend can distinguish emotions in people's faces, researchers at the University of Vienna have found, providing what they

                  Sources: Democrats plan Trump investigations if they win House

                  Sources: Democrats plan Trump investigations if they win House

                  The strategy will target companies and financial firms surrounding the president, instead of trying to impeach him immediately, four sources said.

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                  Iowa Pork Producers to hand out 1,776 pork chops for America 250

                  Sources: White House sought new Reflecting Pool charges

                  Sources: White House sought new Reflecting Pool charges

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                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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                  Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                  Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                  Kadin Hoger was grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets from 2 p.m. Friday until 2 a.m. Saturday.

                  People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                  People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                  People gather at Williamson and South Baldwin Streets where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer on Wednesday afternoon in Madison.

                  Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                  Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                  The memorial for Corey Ruiz has been in place on Williamson Street since Wednesday, when Ruiz was shot dead by police there. It was still holding strong Saturday, with no sign of police or other means of removal. Protesters said they plan on staying as long as they can.

                  Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                  Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                  A Sidney man arrested on suspicion of litancy of charges is also accused of injuring two sheriff's deputies and jail staff upon his booking into the Fremont County Jail.

                  Politics

                  Gov. Kim Reynolds calls for Iowans to donate blood amid national shortage

                  Gov. Kim Reynolds calls for Iowans to donate blood amid national shortage

                  Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds called for Iowans to donate blood amid a national shortage this summer — and said she would “lead by example” with a donation Wednesday.

                  Political Soapbox to host 21 candidates at 2026 Iowa State Fair

                  Political Soapbox to host 21 candidates at 2026 Iowa State Fair

                  So far, 21 candidates have secured their slot to talk at The Des Moines Register Political Soapbox at the Iowa State Fair. 

                  Iowa Republican candidates' tax tour collides with manufacturing job losses

                  Iowa Republican candidates' tax tour collides with manufacturing job losses

                  Two Iowa Republicans up for reelection in Congress touted the One Big, Beautiful Bill as a boon for U.S. manufacturers during a pair of visits to large manufacturers in their home districts.

                  Iowa secretary of state recognized for voter education, election security efforts

                  Iowa secretary of state recognized for voter education, election security efforts

                  Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate has received national recognition from two leading election administration organizations for the office's voter education and election security initiatives.

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