Sep 14 Watch 8:13 Turkey demands extradition of former Kurdish militia member living in Sweden By Malcolm Brabant Following elections in Sweden, a right-wing coalition with an anti-immigrant agenda has a narrow enough majority to form a government. The seismic shift in Swedish politics could have serious implications for dozens of Kurds in the country who fear extradition… Continue watching
Sep 14 Watch 6:28 Report shows devastating economic impact of rising sea levels along American coast By William Brangham For years, scientists have warned about the dangerous consequences of climate change, and many dire outcomes are more urgent than most people realize. A new report shows sea-level rise will threaten homes and properties in hundreds of counties along the… Continue watching
Sep 14 Watch 7:33 Iowa teen who killed her rapist ordered to pay $150,000 to man’s family By Amna Nawaz, Karina Cuevas, Dorothy Hastings An Iowa court sentenced a teenage victim of sex trafficking to five years probation and ordered her to pay $150,000 to her abuser’s family. The case is underscoring a serious issue of justice where hundreds of victims of sexual abuse… Continue watching
Sep 14 R. Kelly convicted on multiple child pornography charges, acquitted of trial fixing By Michael Tarm, Joey Cappelletti, Associated Press A federal jury on Wednesday convicted R. Kelly of several child pornography charges in his hometown of Chicago, delivering another legal blow to a singer who used to be one of the biggest R&B stars in the world. Continue reading
Sep 14 How a nationwide rail strike could impact consumers, businesses By Associated Press A strike by railroad workers would have wide-ranging impact on consumers, commuters and businesses. That's why business groups are telling Congress to block a strike if necessary. Continue reading
Sep 14 Justice Department charges 3 Iranian citizens in ransomware attacks By Eric Tucker, Associated Press The Justice Department says three Iranian citizens have been charged in the United States with cyberattacks that targeted power companies, local governments and small businesses and nonprofits, including a Pennsylvania domestic violence shelter. Continue reading
Sep 14 Defense abruptly rests case in trial for Parkland school shooter By Terry Spencer, Associated Press Attorneys for Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz have suddenly and surprisingly rested their case, leading to a shouting match after the judge accused them of a lack of professionalism. Continue reading
Sep 14 WATCH: Biden gives remarks on electric vehicle manufacturing at Detroit Auto Show By Colleen Long, Tom Krisher, Associated Press President Joe Biden, a gearhead with his own vintage Corvette, showcased his administration's efforts to promote electric vehicles during a visit Wednesday to the Detroit auto show. Continue reading
Sep 14 WATCH: Senate committee hearing on monkeypox with CDC’s Rochelle Walensky, Anthony Fauci By Associated Press The Senate Health Education, Labor and Pensions committee held a hearing Wednesday with Dr. Rochelle Walensky, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's top infectious disease expert. Continue reading
Sep 14 Mike Lindell, MyPillow chief executive, says FBI agents seized his phone By Michael Balsamo, Christina A. Cassidy, Associated Press MyPillow chief executive Mike Lindell says federal agents have seized his cellphone. Continue reading