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Crime & Courts

US judge orders removal of Trump's name from Kennedy Center

US judge orders removal of Trump's name from Kennedy Center

  • Mike Scarcella Reuters

"Congress gave the Kennedy Center its name, and only Congress can change it," U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper wrote.

Matthew Perry's assistant sentenced to 41 months in prison

Matthew Perry's assistant sentenced to 41 months in prison

  • Matt Silverstein and Erica Stapleton Reuters

Kenneth Iwamasa injected the "Friends" star with a fatal dose of the hallucinogenic drug ketamine in October 2023.

He spent decades in prison. How the botched murder case was uncovered

He spent decades in prison. How the botched murder case was uncovered

  • N'dea Yancey-Bragg USA Today

Prosecutor misconduct played a role in more than 30% of wrongful conviction cases, the National Registry of Exonerations reported in 2020.

Suspect dies after shooting at officers near White House, official says

Suspect dies after shooting at officers near White House, official says

  • Jana Winter Reuters/USA Today

Officers at a checkpoint responded to gunshots and the suspect was taken to a hospital, a law enforcement official told Reuters.

Federal authorities abused prosecuting power against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, judge says

Federal authorities abused prosecuting power against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, judge says

  • Evan Mealins Nashville Tennessean

The judge dismissed the criminal human smuggling charges Abrego Garcia faced in Tennessee after he was wrongfully deported to El Salvador.

Mike Pence criticizes Trump's 'lawfare' fund that may help Jan. 6 rioters

Mike Pence criticizes Trump's 'lawfare' fund that may help Jan. 6 rioters

  • USA Today - Vertical

The former vice president spoke out against the $1.7 billion fund as part of President Donald Trump's lawsuit against his own IRS.

Police officers who guarded Capitol sue to block Trump's $1.8 billion 'slush fund'

Police officers who guarded Capitol sue to block Trump's $1.8 billion 'slush fund'

  • Jan Wolfe Reuters

Two police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol from rioters on Jan. 6, 2021, filed a lawsuit seeking to halt Trump's fund to compensate victims of political "weaponization."

US Supreme Court rebuffs Virginia Democrats' bid for new voting map

US Supreme Court rebuffs Virginia Democrats' bid for new voting map

    The state Supreme Court on May 8 threw out the voter-approved map, ruling in favor of Republicans who challenged it.

    US plans to unveil criminal charges against Raul Castro, official says

    US plans to unveil criminal charges against Raul Castro, official says

      The ⁠Trump administration calls the current communist-run government corrupt and incompetent and seeks to replace it, despite ongoing talks.

      Harvey Weinstein's third New York rape trial ends in mistrial 

      Harvey Weinstein's third New York rape trial ends in mistrial 

        Harvey Weinstein's third trial in New York over allegations he used his Hollywood clout to prey upon and sexually abuse women ended in a mistrial on Friday. 

        Supreme Court lets abortion pill mail delivery continue

        Supreme Court lets abortion pill mail delivery continue

          For now, the court restored a 2023 federal rule — challenged by Republican-governed Louisiana — that made access to mifepristone easier.

          Alex Murdaugh wins new murder trial after S.C. Supreme Court ruling

          Alex Murdaugh wins new murder trial after S.C. Supreme Court ruling

            It will now be up to the S.C. Attorney General's Office to decide if it wishes to retry the case or dismiss it.

            Courts keep striking down tariffs. Why aren't prices dropping too?

            Courts keep striking down tariffs. Why aren't prices dropping too?

              The Trump administration still has other avenues to implement the import taxes that are a cornerstone of the president's economic policy.

              Affordability beats other top issues for MAHA voters, poll finds

              Affordability beats other top issues for MAHA voters, poll finds

                A new poll shows 61% of voters say health costs will have a "major impact" on their vote in November's midterm elections.

                Local News

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 27

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 27

                Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                Red Oak nursing home resident allegedly called 911 after being left ‘gasping for air’

                Red Oak nursing home resident allegedly called 911 after being left ‘gasping for air’

                A Red Oak nursing home where a resident called 911 to receive medical attention while struggling to breathe could be facing fines of more than $27,000.

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 26

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 26

                Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 25

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for May 25

                Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                State & Regional

                Whispering Woods Golf Club not quiet about course's comeback in Council Bluffs

                Whispering Woods Golf Club not quiet about course's comeback in Council Bluffs

                The Council Bluffs golf course nestled along Veterans Memorial Highway has been hosting skilled linksmen and duffers alike since the mid-1980s.

                Inside the relationship between Ian Roberts and a Des Moines schools contractor

                Inside the relationship between Ian Roberts and a Des Moines schools contractor

                Before Ian Roberts' arrest, before the national news firestorm, before the guilty plea in a federal courthouse, Joseph Hill wanted the Des Moines School Board to fire its superintendent.

                Iowa AG Brenna Bird sues ISS, says advice risks retirement savings

                Iowa AG Brenna Bird sues ISS, says advice risks retirement savings

                Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is suing the world's largest proxy-advice firm for abusing its influence and threatening Iowans' retirement savings by "lying" to investors.

                Lawsuit over inmate fees at Black Hawk County Jail revived on appeal

                Lawsuit over inmate fees at Black Hawk County Jail revived on appeal

                A lawsuit challenging Black Hawk County Jail fees it alleges were collected illegally and spent on questionable, nonjail items is back on track after a federal appeals court ruling.

                Nation & World

                In California redistricting, MAGA town likely to get a gay, liberal congressman

                In California redistricting, MAGA town likely to get a gay, liberal congressman

                Huntington Beach banned the Pride flag from City Hall and elected a city council of MAGA supporters.

                Your store might be spying on you. Is it worth it for a discount?

                Your store might be spying on you. Is it worth it for a discount?

                Is your store spying on you in order to change the price of what you might buy?

                Planets, solstice and asteroids: 5 stargazing events for June 2026

                Planets, solstice and asteroids: 5 stargazing events for June 2026

                There will be plenty of celestial events this June, from planetary conjunctions and the summer solstice to a micro full Strawberry Moon.

                Blue Origin explosion could be setback to NASA's Artemis moon missions

                Blue Origin explosion could be setback to NASA's Artemis moon missions

                NASA and Blue Origin had high hopes that the company's towering rocket would be able to jump-start the agency's plans for a moon base in 2026. Then it exploded.

                Shopping

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31 (UI Athletics)

                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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                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

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                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

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                Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.

                Crime

                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.

                3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                The Page County Sheriff's Office said two vehicles were involved in a crash where they sustained heavy damage on Monday, Oct. 27, about 5:57 p.m.

                Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                A man from an unincorporated community in Page County was arrested following a short standoff Friday evening.

                51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                A 51-year-old resident of Sidney was flown by medical helicopter to Omaha after a crash involving a wrong-way driver Tuesday morning.

                Politics

                Iowa AG Brenna Bird sues ISS, says advice risks retirement savings

                Iowa AG Brenna Bird sues ISS, says advice risks retirement savings

                Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is suing the world's largest proxy-advice firm for abusing its influence and threatening Iowans' retirement savings by "lying" to investors.

                Republican governor candidate Zach Lahn invested in men's sexual health firm

                Republican governor candidate Zach Lahn invested in men's sexual health firm

                Republican gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn invested $1 million into a men’s sexual health company that promotes a line of “innovative wearable erection rings” and other intimate devices.  

                Outside spending for Josh Turek cracks $10 million in Iowa Senate race

                Outside spending for Josh Turek cracks $10 million in Iowa Senate race

                With just days to go before Iowa's Democratic U.S. Senate primary, outside spending on behalf of state Rep.

                State Sen. Zach Wahls, Rep. Josh Turek call for voters support ahead of primary

                State Sen. Zach Wahls, Rep. Josh Turek call for voters support ahead of primary

                State Sen. Zach Wahls and Rep. Josh Turek both worked to make their case to voters Saturday around the Des Moines area on why their campaign is the best shot.

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