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Tillis urges Trump to fire Hegseth over 'inept management' of military
Tillis stepped up his criticism of Hegseth’s leadership after Army Secretary Dan Driscoll announced his resignation amid repeated clashes with Hegseth....
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Popular downtown Chicago bridge stuck in up position due to heat
Crews even tried spraying the bridge with water in an apparent attempt to cool it down.
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Red Owl Boxing to host first women's title fight in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Red Owl Boxing announced it will host its first-ever live event to feature a women's championship fight in El Paso this October. In an eight-round main event fight for the vacant women’s World Boxing Association (WBA) North American Boxing Association (NAB...
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The Trump administration cut funds for natural hazards monitoring in Nepal. A year later, disaster struck
By Andrew Freedman, CNN (CNN) — In January 2025, the Trump administration cut off funding for a long-running natural hazards program that aimed to identify and monitor landslide hotspots in Nepal. Just over a year later, more than 1,100 people perished when a huge glacier and roc...
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Southwest Airlines is rolling out its first airport lounges
By Alexandra Skores, CNN (CNN) — For the first time in Southwest Airlines’ history, the air carrier will have its own lounges for passengers. Expected to open in late 2027, the first four new lounges will be located in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, Baltimore/Washington ...
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Lindsay Clancy trial: Jury tells judge again that it can't agree on verdict
The jury is on its fifth day of deliberations.
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Rome declares security ‘red zone’ around the Colosseum to protect tourists amid violent crime incidents
By Barbie Latza Nadeau, Antonia Mortensen, CNN Rome (CNN) — Rome’s ancient Colosseum, where gladiators were once gored by wild animals to the delight of cheering crowds, has never exactly been associated with safety. Even in fiction, Henry James’ heroine “Daisy Miller” succumbed ...
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Tasmanian tiger skull shows it was different than any living mammal
By Ashley Strickland, CNN (CNN) — Hunters wiped out thylacines, commonly known as Tasmanian tigers, in Australia nearly a century ago. But a myth about these shy, semi-nocturnal predators may have been behind the species’ extinction. Thylacines had a strong resemblance to wolves ...
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Irán toma represalias tras ataques de EE.UU. y desafía la advertencia de Trump de que podría ser atacado “mucho más duro”
Por Zachary Cohen, Mohammed Tawfeeq, Adam Cancryn y Jessie Yeung, CNN Las Fuerzas Armadas de EE.UU. ejecutaron ataques adicionales el martes contra Irán, lo que llevó a Teherán a atacar Jordania, Bahréin y Kuwait, desafiando una advertencia del presidente Donald Trump de que Irán...
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An Ohio college student died in an apparent suicide. His family says he felt ‘humiliated’ by his ICE ankle monitor
By Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN (CNN) — Pierre Damas Bel was an avid soccer player at his high school in Springfield, Ohio. He loved being part of JROTC, the US military-sponsored program that provides training to students. And friends and family say he headed to college planning t...
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Lincoln Park name change unanimously approved
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Wednesday, the El Paso City Council unanimously voted to change a Central El Paso park's name to "Lincoln Park-El Paso's Chicano Park." District 2 Representative Josh Acevedo presented the change based on a recommendation from the city's Parks and Recreat...
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Nation’s largest school district bans AI in the classroom through 8th grade
By Clare Duffy, CNN New York (CNN) — New York City is banning the use of generative artificial intelligence for public school students from 2K through 8th grade, part of a larger move to restrict classroom technology in the nation’s largest school district. The one-year moratoriu...
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88-year-old widow threatened with eviction
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An 88-year-old woman said she has about a month to make repairs to her mobile home or face eviction. Rita Yorgensen lives in Casa Mobil Home Park in Northeast El Paso. Yorgensen said she lives on a fixed income and has no credit. The mobile home she rents ...
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Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron join King Charles and Queen Camilla in private viewing of famed Bayeux Tapestry
By Lianne Kolirin, CNN London (CNN) — Britain’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla were joined by the French president and first lady at the British Museum in London on Wednesday for a private tour of the Bayeux Tapestry — a world-famous artwork depicting a fateful battle between...
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Police investigate ‘industrial accident’ near Reyes Elementary School
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The El Paso Police Department is investigating an "industrial accident" in Northwest El Paso Wednesday. EPPD said the call came in at 10:05 a.m. Its Crimes Against Persons Unit is investigating the accident at 7200 Paseo Del Norte, which is near Reyes Ele...
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Los médicos afirman que están cubriendo el vacío dejado por los CDC. ¿Qué debes saber sobre la gripe, el covid-19 y el VRS?
Por Jacqueline Howard, CNN Con los niños de vuelta al colegio y la inminente amenaza de virus respiratorios como el covid-19, la gripe y el VRS, muchas personas se preguntan ahora cómo mantenerse sanas. Por lo general, los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades d...
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Police at 'industrial accident' in Northwest El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - An "industrial accident" happened at 7225 Paseo del Norte Drive. El Paso police are on the scene talking with workers at a construction site Wednesday, September 2. According to police, Crimes Against Persons investigators are looking into the accident. Oc...
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Trump’s nominee for Navy secretary once said military needs ‘alpha males and alpha females’
By Kaanita Iyer, Alejandra Jaramillo, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump has nominated acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao for the permanent position — a move that, if confirmed by the Senate, would elevate a former GOP Senate candidate who once said that the US military needs “alpha ...
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Driscoll breaks silence after resigning as Army Secretary
Dan Driscoll broke his silence late Tuesday, announcing that his last full day as Army Secretary will be Wednesday, but did not offer a reason why he is resigning from the post he has held for 18 months....
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Los primeros anuncios de Trump para las elecciones intermedias se centran en su figura
Análisis de Aaron Blake, CNN La maquinaria política del presidente Donald Trump, que cuenta con enormes recursos económicos, ha iniciado una campaña publicitaria de cara a las elecciones de mitad de mandato de 2026 que los republicanos esperaban con gran interés. Sin embargo, los...
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El Paso pair faces charges after Fabens carjacking
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - Two El Paso residents were arrested after a vehicle pursuit that began with an investigation involving three migrants and ended with an alleged carjacking at a gas station in Fabens last week, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. It happened...
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Overnight Adventure at Ascarate Park: Camp Under the Stars Sept. 26-27
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- El Paso County Parks & Recreation is hosting an overnight adventure at Ascarate Park, 6900 Delta Drive. Come spend a night under the stars. The event starts on Saturday, Sept. 26, and ends the morning of Sunday, Sept. 27. Guests can try nighttime fishing, j...
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Look of the Week: Nicole Kidman, in witchy splendor, hints at Versace’s next chapter
By Jacqui Palumbo, CNN (CNN) — For the past week, Nicole Kidman, Sandra Bullock, Maisie Williams and Joey King have ushered in the season of the witch as their coven has assembled for the “Practical Magic 2” press tour. Each have had their standout looks, from King’s sheer Miu Mi...
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What’s new at Costco in September: Fall items to snag fast
What's new at Costco in September? Costco's bringing great value with new fall foodie finds.
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$1 coin featuring Trump now available, US Mint announces: How to get one
A roll of 25 coins will cost $61, and a bag of 100 will cost $154.50.
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Esta universidad desarrolló un programa de IA antes de ChatGPT. Ahora quiere ayudar a otras instituciones a hacer lo mismo
Por Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Ethan Pecora cuenta con un equipo de 15 agentes de inteligencia artificial especializados que lo asisten en su trabajo. Esto incluye la gestión de su calendario y diversas tareas relacionadas con la aplicación de bienestar mental que está desarrollando. Ta...
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First challenge to prediction markets reaches Supreme Court
By Marshall Cohen, CNN (CNN) — New Jersey on Wednesday asked the Supreme Court to shut down prediction markets in the state, teeing up a potential landmark case where the justices could decide if the highly popular but controversial industry can survive in its current form. This ...
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'Shooting incident' reported at Virginia elementary school: ATF
Students are now being reunited with their families, authorities confirmed.
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Adult hurt in 'shooting incident' at Virginia elementary school, official says
Students are now being reunited with their families, authorities confirmed.
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Así fue la devastadora ruta de las inundaciones entre Nepal y China
Por Jhasua Razo, Amy O'kruk, Annette Choi, Byron Manley, Soph Warnes, Becky Pinnington, Rosa de Acosta, Marco Storel, Grace Widyatmadja, Renée Rigdon y Yong Xiong, CNN Deslizamientos de tierra masivos e inundaciones repentinas catastróficas han causado estragos en la frontera ent...
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‘Dancing with the Stars’ season 35: Meet the celebrity cast and their pro dance partners
By Angeline Jane Bernabe Cue the music, lace up those dancing shoes and meet the stars stepping into the ballroom . The season 35 celebrity cast of " Dancing with the Stars " was unveiled live Wednesday on " Good Morning America ." The cast includes a chef, social media stars, at...
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Tiger Woods changes plea in DUI case, driver’s license suspended for 5 years
By Emily Shapiro Tiger Woods appeared in a Florida court on Wednesday to change his plea to no contest in his driving under the influence case . As part of the plea agreement, he agreed to a five-year driver's license suspension. The legendary golfer initially pleaded not guilty ...
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Locked in to a high mortgage rate? We want to hear your story
By Samantha Delouya, CNN (CNN) — A common mantra among real estate agents and mortgage brokers is “marry the house, date the rate.” Buying a home is a long-term commitment, but your starting mortgage interest rate payment isn’t permanent, they say. Some homeowners who locked in h...
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ICE arrestó a unas 51.000 personas en agosto, otra cifra récord
Por Priscilla Alvarez, CNN El Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE, por sus siglas en inglés) detuvo a más de 51.000 personas en agosto, según una fuente familiarizada con los datos, lo que marca un nuevo máximo durante el segundo Gobierno de Trump. Los arrestos de I...
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Vulnerable Democrats vote to denounce socialism amid midterm pressure
Several Democratic lawmakers in the House of Representatives voted with Republicans to adopt a resolution that formally denounces socialism and the Democratic Socialists of America....
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70 Years of Stories: KVIA—Your Community, Your News, Your Legacy
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A year later, details emerge in unsolved Burning Man homicide
A little more than a year after the first homicide in Burning Man history, new details have emerged in the unsolved case as the sheriff warns this year's festivalgoers to stay vigilant and look out for each other's safety....
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Rare, real-life coyote-and-roadrunner drama unfolds in LA
A Southern California bird watcher stumbled onto a scene over the weekend that looked like it came straight out of a classic cartoon, except this time, the coyote appears to have won, and there's even an unexpected twist to the story....
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El Paso Public Safety Coalition Offers Free Medication Disposal Pouches at Fire Stations
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Map shows where the 2026 'super' El Niño could bring lots of rain, extreme drought
Some forecasts indicate this year's El Niño may be the strongest ever recorded.
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El Paso Public Libraries Unveil Limited-Edition Library Card Featuring Zeke Peña Artwork
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Kennedy Center begins removal of outdoor ‘Blue’ sculpture
By Kaanita Iyer, CNN (CNN) — The Kennedy Center has started taking down a stick figure sculpture on the grounds as President Donald Trump has aimed to reshape the performing arts institution, including with new art. A CNN affiliate observed cranes removing pieces of the large sta...
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‘The glue that holds Ysleta together’: At Lower Valley high school, generations still come home to Hutchins Stadium
Joe Martinez was a junior wide receiver at Ysleta High School in 1997 when the football team last claimed a district championship, sharing the title that year with Riverside High School. Twenty-eight years passed before the Indians won another. This time, Martinez was their head ...
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Las Vegas mom dies after boyfriend shot her, attacked her with blowtorch
A Las Vegas woman who was set on fire with a blowtorch and shot in a domestic dispute three weeks ago has died.
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MapQuest tops Apple App Store charts after refusing Trump's 'Lake America' change
MapQuest, in a press release issued Monday, said its mobile app received hundreds of thousands of downloads after the company confirmed on Thursday that Lake Ontario would remain on its apps....
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El aumento de los rendimientos de los bonos ejerce presión sobre las acciones que impulsan el mercado
Por John Towfighi, CNN En las últimas semanas, la rentabilidad de los bonos a nivel mundial ha aumentado considerablemente y el precio del petróleo estadounidense ronda los US$ 90 por barril. Ahora, el mercado bursátil también empieza a sentir cierta presión. La rentabilidad de l...
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‘Blue’ sculpture removal at Kennedy Center expected to cause traffic delays
The "Blue" sculpture outside of the Kennedy Center was scheduled to be removed on Wednesday.
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'Welcome to Florida': Couple finds massive gator in driveway after moving to state
A newly-moved couple got a crash course on Florida living.
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Traveling for Labor Day? Here's how to renew your TSA PreCheck
If you think it's nearly time to renew your TSA PreCheck, here's how to do it.
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Taco Bell ice cream treat back with new flavor
The treat taco is a chocolate-dipped, puffed rice-covered waffle shell filled with churro-flavored ice cream.
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Holiday travel is months away. Why an expert says you should book flights now
Sure, it's only September, but if you're planning to travel for the holidays, now may be the best time to book.
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Apple Maps changes Lake Ontario name after Trump request
Apple on Tuesday changed the name of Lake Ontario on the web version of its Maps app to "Lake America," after President Donald Trump directly contacted the tech giant for an update in accordance with his recent executive order....
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Doctors say they’re filling a void left by CDC on vaccines. Here’s what to know about flu, Covid-19 and RSV this fall
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — With children back in school and the looming threat of respiratory viruses like Covid-19, influenza and RSV on the horizon, many people may now be wondering how to stay healthy. Typically, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention launche...
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La obsesión de Hegseth con las guerras culturales frena la modernización del Ejército, según fuentes
Por Haley Britzky y Zachary Cohen, CNN Tras la renuncia del secretario del Ejército, Dan Driscoll, varias fuentes declararon a CNN que creen que el secretario de Defensa, Pete Hegseth, está perjudicando los esfuerzos del Ejército por adaptarse al campo de batalla moderno, ya que ...
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Ariana Grande se despide entre lágrimas de sus fans en el último concierto antes de alejarse de la vida pública
Por Lianne Kolirin, CNN Ariana Grande se despidió emocionada de sus fans en el último concierto antes de alejarse de los focos. La cantante estadounidense y estrella de “Wicked” dijo, ante un recinto abarrotado durante la última noche de su gira “Eternal Sunshine” en Londres, que...
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Tiger Woods pleads no contest to reckless driving charge, gets license suspended for 5 years
Woods told officers at the scene the crash occurred while he was looking at his phone and changing the radio.
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The 50+ best Labor Day deals our editors could find
Early Labor Day deals are hitting top sites like Amazon, Walmart, Wayfair, Anthropologie and Dyson. Here are the best deals we could find.
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Inundaciones en Nepal: así es la carrera contrarreloj para rescatar a trabajadores de túneles de una central hidroeléctrica
Por Jessie Yeung, CNN Equipos nepalíes y especialistas extranjeros luchan para localizar a decenas de trabajadores que, se teme, están atrapados con vida en el interior de túneles de centrales hidroeléctricas en Nepal, después de que el lodo espeso sepultara las instalaciones dur...
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Rising bond yields put pressure on the stocks powering the market
By John Towfighi, CNN New York (CNN) — Global bond yields are up sharply in recent weeks and US oil prices are near $90 per barrel. Now, the stock market is also starting to feel some pressure. The 10-year US Treasury yield rose above 4.81% early Wednesday and hit its highest lev...
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Karol G, St. Anthony’s Bazaar, Fort Bliss concert series bring Labor Day weekend fun to El Paso
Here’s a roundup of some culture and civic events in the Borderland in the coming week. Karol G: Tropicoqueta Tour Colombian singer Karol G will bring her Tropicoqueta Tour to El Paso, with two stadium shows at Sun Bowl Stadium during Labor Day weekend. The stop is part of a glob...