April 24, 2024 United Methodists to hold first worldwide conference since LGBTQ inclusion spurred schism The United Methodists are holding the first General Conference, a meeting attended by church representatives from around the world, since thousands of congregations disaffiliated.
April 24, 2024 Gov. Brian Kemp signing a bill to make squatting a crime in Georgia: 'This is insanity' Gov. Brian Kemp said Wednesday during an appearance on "Fox & Friends" that he intends to sign the Georgia Squatter Reform Act, which will make squatting a crime in the state.
April 24, 2024 New evidence in Georgia couple's killing reeled in while magnet fishing in creek While magnet fishing in a Georgia creek, a citizen reeled in a rifle and some belongings of Bud and June Runion. The Runions' suspected killer is set to go on trial as early as August.
April 24, 2024 Tabasco put spice in American life: Here's the surprising origin of Louisiana heat Tabasco, founded in Avery Island, Louisiana, in 1868, is one of the world's most popular hot sauces. It was conceived by an Irish-American banker amid privation that followed the Civil War.
April 24, 2024 College graduation season: 3 tips for parents to dodge expensive hotel rates In U.S. college towns, booking a hotel room for graduation day can be challenging. Prices skyrocket as demand surges, leaving parents feeling exploited.
April 24, 2024 Deadly Florida carjacking: 3rd person of interest in custody; sheriff says 'case is about drugs and money' A third person of interest has been taken into custody in the deadly Florida carjacking case of Katherine Aguasvivas, and two of the three are expected to be charged for her death.
April 24, 2024 Mississippi Senate and House haggle over Medicaid expansion as session nears end The Mississippi House proposed expanding Medicaid coverage to people who earn up to 138% of the federal poverty level, while the Senate advocated for a slower approach.
April 23, 2024 North Carolina lawmakers reconvene to address budget, vouchers before key elections The North Carolina Legislature begins its annual work session this week to address issues before elections this fall; their 2023 session restricted abortion and expanded Medicaid.
April 23, 2024 J6 rioter who struck officer with pole sentenced to 6 years in prison David Joseph Gietzen, a North Carolina man who assaulted a police officer with a pole during the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, has been sentenced to 6 years in prison.
April 23, 2024 Tennessee teachers step closer to carrying firearms in classroom after state lawmakers pass GOP-backed bill House lawmakers in Tennessee overwhelmingly passed a bill to arm teachers in schools, nearly a year after a shooting at a private school left three children and three adults dead.