White woman charged after racist Central Park confrontation
A white woman walking her dog who called the police during a videotaped dispute with a Black man in Central Park was charged Monday with filing a false report. In May, Amy Cooper drew widespread condemnation for calling 911 to report she was being threatened by “an African-American man” when bird watcher Christian Cooper appeared to keep his distance as he recorded her rant on his phone.6 years ago
Davis School District details plans for fall reopening
The Davis School District has released more details in their plan to have students and staff return to the classroom this fall.6 years ago
Was new Chex green onion flavor worth South Koreans’ 16-year wait?
There are a lot of flavored cereals out there but in South Korea — and green onion Chex cereal is hitting shelves that's been 16 years in the making.6 years ago
The bubonic plague is back again in China’s Inner Mongolia
Authorities in the region of Inner Mongolia controlled by China are on high alert after a suspected case of bubonic plague, the disease that caused the Black Death pandemic, was reported Sunday.6 years ago
Coast Guard alters training for incoming class due to virus
New cadets arrive at the Coast Guard Academy this week for the basic training known as Swab Summer. But because of the pandemic, this summer will be different.6 years ago
Frederick Douglass statue vandalized in Rochester park
A statue of abolitionist Frederick Douglass has been ripped from its base in Rochester on the anniversary of one of his most famous speeches.6 years ago
Flying snakes? Here’s how they can glide through the air
For some, the sight of a snake slithering on the ground is scary enough, so how about one launching itself through the air?6 years ago
Seattle Police begin to retake CHOP area
Seattle Police have begun to clear protesters in an area of the city occupied by protestors called the CHOP after an emergency order issued by Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan.6 years ago
‘Hamilton’ at home: Disney+ gives fans a front-row seat worth waiting for
After conquering the stage in every way imaginable, "Hamilton" moves to the screen -- just not the one originally intended.6 years ago
UPDATE: Lori Vallow appears in court on new charges in relation to the death of missing children
Lori Vallow faces two charges: conspiracy to commit destruction, alteration, or concealment of evidence, related to the death of her two missing children.6 years ago
Ret. Davis County sheriff’s deputy and Life Flight paramedic dies after plane crash
Davis Co. officials confirmed that Ret. Deputy Sheriff and current Life Flight paramedic Jason Sorensen has died after a plane crash last week.6 years ago
China researchers discover new swine flu with ‘pandemic potential’
Chinese researchers say that though it does not pose an immediate threat to humans, they have discovered a new type of swine flu that can infect humans and has the potential to cause a future pandemic, according to a study released on Monday.6 years ago
NWSL players now have the option to remain in the locker room during the National Anthem
Players for the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) will now have the option to either be on the field or remain in the locker room during the National Anthem, according to a release from the league.6 years ago
AMC pushes back movie theater reopening by 2 weeks
AMC Theaters, the nation’s largest chain, is pushing back its plans to begin reopening theaters by two weeks. The company said Monday that it would open approximately 450 U.S. locations on July 30 and the remaining 150 the following week.6 years ago
Judge warns of possible move of trial in George Floyd death
A Minnesota judge is warning that he's likely to move the trials of four former police officers charged in George Floyd's death out of Minneapolis if public officials and attorneys continue speaking out about the case.6 years ago
Knolls Fire Update: Evacuation order lifted but still possible, only 25% contained
Officials say that the Knolls Fire that started because of a lightning strike Sunday has grown to 10,000 acres and is 25% contained on Monday morning and that evacuation orders are still in place.6 years ago
Supreme Court strikes down Louisiana abortion clinic law
The Supreme Court has struck down a Louisiana law regulating abortion clinics, reasserting a commitment to abortion rights over fierce opposition from dissenting conservative justices in the first big abortion case during the Trump Presidency.6 years ago
Fauci says Covid-19 vaccine may not get US to herd immunity if too many people refuse to get it
Dr. Anthony Fauci says he would "settle" for a Covid-19 vaccine that's 70% to 75% effective, but that this incomplete protection, coupled with the fact that many Americans say they won't get a coronavirus vaccine, makes it "unlikely" that the US will achieve sufficient levels of immunity to quell the outbreak.6 years ago
California’s alleged Golden State Killer set to plead guilty
A 74-year-old former police officer is tentatively set to plead guilty Monday to being the elusive Golden State Killer.6 years ago
Disney changing Splash Mountain, ride tied to Jim Crow film
The Splash Mountain ride at Disney parks in California and Florida is being recast. Disney officials said the ride would no longer be tied to the 1946 movie, “Song of the South," which many view as racist. Instead, the revamped ride will be inspired by the 2009 Disney film, “The Princess and the Frog."6 years ago
University of Utah drops ACT/SAT testing requirements
As part of a new pilot study, the University of Utah says that new admissions to the school will not have to submit their test scores for either the SAT or the ACT.6 years ago
Pandemic takes a bite, Chuck E. Cheese files for bankruptcy
Chuck E Cheese is filing for bankruptcy protection. The 43-year-old chain, which drew kids with pizza, video games and a singing mouse mascot, was struggling even before the coronavirus pandemic.6 years ago
Spacewalking astronaut loses mirror, newest space junk
A spacewalking astronaut has added to the pieces of junk orbiting the Earth. The commander of the International Space Station, Chris Cassidy, had barely exited the hatch Friday when he reported that his left wrist mirror had floated away.6 years ago
