Year: 2026
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Yankton man sentenced to federal prison for production of child porn
A man from Yankton convicted of two counts of Production of Child Pornography is sitting in a federal prison. 34 year old Robert Barbetti was sentenced to 45 years in federal prison plus 8 years [Read More…]
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Trial for alleged Jan. 6 pipe bomber set for February
Brian Cole Jr. is seen in this undated yearbook photo from the C.D. Hylton High School in 2013. (C.D. Hylton High School) (WASHINGTON) — Brian Cole Jr., the Virginia man charged with placing pipe bombs outside the [Read More…]
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Child using computer shocked by electrical current after lightning strikes house: Authorities
Authorities respond to a residence in Harris County, Texas, following a lightning strike, July 7, 2026. (Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office) (HOUSTON, Texas) — A child was injured after lightning struck his Texas home [Read More…]
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Angry crowd confronts Republican Rep. Mike Flood at Nebraska town hall over Trump policies
Rep. Mike Flood, R-Neb., leaves the House Republican Conference caucus meeting at the Capitol Hill Club in Washington on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. (Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images) (BELLUVUE, Neb.) — While Congress [Read More…]
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Trump says he’ll remove Syria as state sponsor of terrorism for the first time since 1979
U.S. President Donald Trump (R) meets with Ahmed al-Sharaa, President of Syria (L) for bilateral talks at Beştepe Presidential Compound during the NATO Summit on July 08, 2026 in Ankara, Turkey. (Win McNamee/Getty Images) (WASHINGTON) [Read More…]
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‘Heartstopper’ behind-the-scenes special ‘Ending on a Hi’ headed to Netflix
Kit Connor and Joe Locke appear in this key art promoting ‘Heartstopper: Ending on a Hi.’ (Netflix) Heartstopper is about to say goodbye, but Netflix wants you to say hi to its behind-the-scenes special celebrating [Read More…]
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Michigan budget returns funding for 10 Cents a Meal program
The Michigan Legislature has restored funding for the 10 Cents a Meal program, helping schools buy Michigan-grown foods and support local farmers. Amanda Brezzell is with Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities, the communications partner for [Read More…]
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Soybeans, corn take profits despite weather concerns
Soybeans were modestly lower on profit taking and technical selling. USDA confirmed the sale of old and new crop U.S. beans to China Wednesday morning, which led to some “buy the rumor, sell the fact” [Read More…]
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Heat slows tar spot, but corn farmers encouraged to keep scouting
A plant pathologist with University of Missouri Extension says tar spot has been confirmed in Missouri and other states this year, but the heat has been slowing its development. Mandy Bish tells Brownfield that doesn’t [Read More…]
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Misuse of 2,4-D could threaten future weed-control
An extension weed scientist says herbicide drift is a problem again this year, and it’s not just over-the-top dicamba. Kevin Bradley at the University of Missouri says he’s disappointed and concerned about the numerous complaints [Read More…]
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Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: July 8, 2026
Sep. corn $4.35, down 8 and 3/4 centsAug. soybeans $11.93 and 1/4, down 1/4 centAug. soybean meal $312.30, down $3.90Aug. soybean oil 70.85, up 226 pointsSep. Chicago wheat $6.07 and 3/4, down 10 and 3/4 [Read More…]
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Former Wisconsin judge avoids prison time after being convicted of obstructing federal immigration agents
Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan leaves the Milwaukee Federal Courthouse on May 15, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Scott Olson/Getty Images) (MILWAUKEE) — Hannah Dugan, a former Wisconsin judge who was found guilty of obstructing [Read More…]
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Manhattan streets begin to reopen as crews stabilize compromised high-rise building
Workers gather outside of the former Pfizer headquarters building on July 08, 2026, in New York City. (Spencer Platt/Getty Images) (NEW YORK) — New York City officials began reopening some streets and buildings in Midtown [Read More…]
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Judge orders Trump to pay E. Jean Carroll $5 million judgment
E. Jean Carroll attends “Ask E. Jean” New York screening at IFC Center on May 21, 2026 in New York City. (Arturo Holmes/Getty Images) (WASHINGTON) — While President Donald Trump attends the NATO summit in [Read More…]
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Nolan Wells latest: Sheriff asks for public’s help in mysterious death of Mississippi teen
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department released this photo during the search for Nolan Xavier Wells, 18, in Mississippi. (Jackson County Sheriff’s Department) (JACKSON COUNTY, Miss.) — Authorities are asking for the public’s help as they [Read More…]
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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear sends letter to Sen. Mitch McConnell asking for full update on health
Andy Beshear speaks at the 38th Annual Michigan Democratic Women’s Caucus Legacy Luncheon on April 18, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. (Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) (WASHINGTON) — Kentucky’s Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear sent a letter on Wednesday [Read More…]
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Cyclosporiasis cases near 1,000 in Michigan, health officials say
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a unicellular parasite that causes an intestinal infection called cyclosporiasis. (CDC) (LANSING, Mich.) — Reported cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, are nearing 1,000 in Michigan, local health [Read More…]
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‘The Pitt,’ ‘Hacks’ top 2026 Primetime Emmy nominations
A view of the Emmy statue is seen during the 77th Primetime Emmys Press Preview at Peacock Theater on Sept. 11, 2025, in LA. (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Nomination day is here for the 78th Primetime [Read More…]
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Robert Irwin opens up about going from ‘Dancing with the Stars’ winner to ‘Next Pro’ host
Wildlife conservationist and ‘Dancing With the Stars’ winner Robert Irwin is the host of ‘Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro.’ (ABC News) Robert Irwin is back in the Dancing with the Stars universe as [Read More…]
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Latest EPA update on Gulf hypoxia zone shows mixed results
A member of the Agricultural Nutrient Policy Council (ANPC) says the latest U.S. EPA update on the hypoxia zone in the Gulf of Mexico is a mixed bag. Adam Herges, sustainability agronomist advisor with [Read More…]