Sep 28 At least 6 people wounded in shooting at Oakland school By Associated Press Officials say at least six people have been wounded after a shooting at a school in east Oakland, California. Alameda County Sheriff spokesperson Lt. Ray Kelly said the scene of Wednesday's shooting was "no longer active."… Continue reading
Sep 28 Watch 7:07 Hurricane Ian slams Florida's west coast as Category 4 storm with 150 mph winds By John Yang, Amna Nawaz, Lizz Bolaji Hurricane Ian blasted ashore Wednesday afternoon near Fort Myers, Florida and the damage is likely to be catastrophic. At landfall, its sustained winds hit 150 mph after pulling power from the gulf's warm waters. John Yang reports. Continue watching
Sep 28 Watch 8:27 FEMA administrator outlines federal response to Hurricane Ian By Amna Nawaz Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida on Wednesday bringing fierce winds, heavy rain and storm surges. For the millions of people in the storm’s path, the impact could be catastrophic and life-changing. FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joined Amna Nawaz to… Continue watching
Sep 28 Watch 4:06 News Wrap: European Union says it will retaliate against attacks on energy networks In our news wrap Wednesday, the European Union says it will retaliate against attacks on its energy networks after explosions damaged two pipelines in the Baltic Sea, Palestinian authorities say Israeli forces killed four Palestinians and wounded more than 40… Continue watching
Sep 28 Watch 7:41 Sen. Cory Booker on Pres. Biden's plan to improve nutrition, end hunger by 2030 By William Brangham President Biden unveiled a series of proposals to try and end hunger by 2030, expand nutritional assistance and reduce obesity. The plan calls for more free school meals, new labels on food and would have the government offer medically tailored… Continue watching
Sep 28 Watch 9:32 How firefighters' life-saving work puts them at a higher risk of cancer By Stephanie Sy, Lena I. Jackson The life expectancy for firefighters is ten years less than the average person and it’s not just the fires themselves that present dangers. Firefighters are frequently exposed to toxic chemicals, and according to recent research, even their protective gear may… Continue watching
Sep 28 What is the rare sedition charge at center of Jan. 6 insurrection trial? By Alanna Durkin Richer, Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press The founder of the Oath Keepers and four associates are on trial in the U.S. Capitol attack on charges that include seditious conspiracy — a rare Civil War-era charge that strikes to the heart of what prosecutors say happened that… Continue reading
Sep 28 California Gov. Newsom signs laws to boost housing production By Adam Beam, Associated Press It's a long-sought victory for affordable housing advocates, who say such sites are ready-made for apartments because they are often near populated areas and come with ample parking. Continue reading
Sep 28 Churches defend sex abuse reporting loophole By Jason Dearen, Michael Rezendes, Associated Press Clergy in 33 states are exempt from laws requiring professionals such as teachers, physicians and psychotherapists to report information about alleged child abuse to police or child welfare officials. Continue reading
Sep 28 Hurricane Ian makes landfall in southwest Florida as a Category 4 storm By Curt Anderson, Associated Press Hurricane Ian made landfall Wednesday afternoon in southwestern Florida as a Category 4 storm, with windspeeds of nearly 155 mph. Continue reading