article In Brief Birmingham mass shooting leaves 4 dead, 17 injured in entertainment district.Police believe it was a paid hit, with bystanders caught in crossfire.Over 100 shell casings found; suspects fled in a vehicle.Authorities seek public help to identify the shooters. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Birmingham Police in Alabama are investigating a mass shooting that left many people caught in crossfire, ultimately killing 4 people and injuring 17 others. The shooting took place late Saturday night in the city’s popular entertainment district in the 2000 block of Magnolia Avenue South, Birmingham Police Department Officer Truman Fitzgerald said in an email early…
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The WNBA got a lot of attention this year mostly because of rookie sensations Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, but if fans stick around to watch next year, there’s likely to be even more talent hitting the court. The Seattle Storm’s Nika Muhl could be one of those talents. Drafted No. 14 overall out of UConn, the 6-foot guard hasn’t seen much action in her rookie year. In 16 games, she’s averaged 3.8 minutes, 0.1 points and 0.6 rebounds. Muhl scored her first career bucket in Seattle’s regular-season finale Thursday against the Phoenix Mercury. That might seem like the sign…
As the war enters its 941st day, these are the main developments.Here is the situation on Monday, September 23, 2024. Fighting The number of people injured in a Russian air attack on Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-biggest city, rose to 21, including an eight-year-old child. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia used glide bombs to target “an ordinary residential building”. Regional Governor Oleh Syniehubov said people were sleeping when the attack happened and two of the injured were in critical condition. Kharkiv’s city council said 18 buildings were damaged in the attack. In Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region, a Russian air attack struck…
Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson announced a new temporary government funding proposal with key amendments from the original bill he put forward earlier this month. The new proposal goes against Donald Trump’s wishes and makes some concessions to Democrats. The new bill would fund the government through Dec. 20 and does not include any part of the SAVE Act, the Trump-backed election security proposal that would require people to show proof of citizenship to register as a voter. The previous version of Johnson’s bill, which Trump preferred, was attached to the SAVE Act and would have funded the government through…
The most stunning result in the NFL on Sunday had to be the Carolina Panthers going on the road and handing the Las Vegas Raiders a 36-22 defeat. Not only were the Raiders coming off a huge win a week ago in Baltimore, but Carolina looked like the worst team in the league through two weeks and one that was completely incapable of generating offense.That all changed with the quarterback switch from Bryce Young to Andy Dalton. It was an impressive showing. Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce did not seem to enjoy watching it from the opposing sideline, and he had…
In his first policy address after taking office in October 2021, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida pledged to “faithfully rebuild” the economy after three decades of stagnation. In a speech to parliament almost exactly two years later, Kishida said the economy was his priority “above all else”. “The Japanese economy is facing a unique and unprecedented opportunity to achieve a transformation not seen in 30 years,” he told lawmakers. “To seize this opportunity, I am determined to undertake bold initiatives never seen before.” As Kishida prepares to step down following a leadership vote by his scandal-tarnished Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)…
article HP Hood has voluntarily recalled Lactaid in 27 states. (FDA) Dairy company HP Hood has voluntarily recalled Lactaid, a lactose-free dairy milk, in 27 states due to potential exposure to almonds, according to the company and the Food and Drug Administration. The milk may contain trace amounts of almonds, which were not listed on the label and could pose a risk to people with an allergy or severe sensitivity if they consume the products. The FDA says these individuals may run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. HP Hood issued the recall Friday on 96-ounce containers…
The Steelers star-studded defense seems to have yet another budding standout in a classic case of the rich getting richer.On Sunday, Pittsburgh held the Los Angeles Chargers to just 10 points while registering five sacks, and the team’s sack leader may not be who you think.Linebacker Nick Herbig, a fourth-round pick in 2023, recorded a team-leading two sacks in the win in relief for linebacker Alex Highsmith, who left the game with a groin injury. While Herbig isn’t a household name quite yet, former NFL Defensive Player of the Year T.J. Watt hints it’s only a matter of time.”It didn’t…
Formula One title contender Lando Norris led from pole to chequered flag to win the Singapore Grand Prix, narrowing the gap to championship leader Max Verstappen, who was second. It was the McLaren driver’s third career GP win and his first from pole at his sixth attempt. His McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri finished third to extend their lead over Red Bull in the constructors’ championship. It was a remarkably incident-free run around the Marina Bay Street Circuit on Sunday, the first in its 15-race history not to see a safety car deployed. At the end of the 62 uninterrupted laps,…
Traffic, closures expected as UN Assembly starts Drivers beware, the UN General Assembly kicks off Sunday. The area surrounding the UN will see numerous street closures and gridlock traffic as over 140 world leaders converge in Manhattan. FOX 5 NY’s Jessica Formoso has more on what New Yorkers need to know to get around this week. UNITED NATIONS (AP) – Dozens of world leaders have gathered in New York City for the United Nations General Assembly. Here’s what you need to know: JUMP TO: ROAD CLOSURES | NYC TRAFFIC MAP | SECURITY | “PACT OF THE FUTURE” | BIGGEST NIGHT…