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09/13/2024

Cause of death for murdered Kansas moms revealed in court documents

Five suspects have been charged in the murders of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley.

09/13/2024

Jet aborts takeoff in Nashville to avoid potential collision

An Alaska Airlines jet aborted takeoff from Nashville International Airport to avoid a potential collision with a Southwest Airlines flight on Thursday.

09/13/2024

44th Annual Old Salem Days returns to downtown Salem

SALEM, Va (WFXR) – The City of Salem is hosting its highly anticipated event of Olde Salem Days. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the day with friends and family and their local community to supp…

09/13/2024

Navy to launch first submarine built for mixed-gender crew

The Navy banned female sailors from serving on submarines until 2010.

09/13/2024

Lynchburg Humane Society updates community on 20 kittens abandoned in a box

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) – One week after 20 kittens were found in a box, Lynchburg Humane Society gives their community an update on the felines that stole many hearts. Around September 2, twen…

09/13/2024

'El Mayo' Zambada set to appear in New York courtroom

Accused Sinaloa cartel cofounder Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada is scheduled to make his first appearance in a New York City courtroom on Friday morning.

09/13/2024

Pulaski Co. Public Schools cancel classes and sporting events after continued threats

PULASKI, Va. (WFXR) – On Thursday, September 12, Pulaski County Schools were made aware of posts on social media containing threats targeted towards schools in their division. School official…

09/13/2024

Border Report Live: Why the US sends security forces into Mexico

Mexico’s law enforcers and first responders are asking for help, and several countries, including some overseas, are heeding the call.

09/13/2024

Girls may be starting puberty earlier due to these chemicals in household products: Study

Girls exposed to certain chemicals that are common ingredients in household products may be starting puberty comparatively early, a new study has found.

09/13/2024

FDA approves Apple's AirPod's hearing aid capability

Apple’s new Airpod Pros will double as an over-the-counter hearing aid.

09/13/2024

Good Friday! More clouds are expected over Southwest and Central Virginia. Morning temperatures will start in the 60s before rising into the 70s this afternoon. Spotty light rain showers are possible, but not everyone will see rain.

09/13/2024

How Taylor Swift’s AI callout could bring attention to misinformation

Former President Trump shared several fake images of Swift and her fans last month, claiming he had her support.

09/13/2024

2 charged with stealing famous Banksy image from art gallery

“Girl with Balloon” was taken from the gallery on Sunday night.

09/13/2024

Viral mobile game Flappy Bird could be making a return

The new version of the game, which will feature new characters and game modes, will debut at the end of October across multiple platforms and web browsers. An app version is expected to be released…

09/13/2024

Britney Spears reviews Sabrina Carpenter's VMA performance

Britney Spears is weighing in on this year’s MTV Video Music Awards.

09/13/2024

At least 3 shot in Dallas, police searching for suspect

Three people were shot Thursday afternoon in downtown Dallas and the shooter is still on the loose, police said during a press conference.

09/13/2024

Chad McQueen, star of 'The Karate Kid', dies at 63

Chad McQueen, the son of actor Steve McQueen best known for his role as “Dutch” in “The Karate Kid” series, has died at 63, the actor and producer’s family confirmed o…

09/13/2024

GSA says over 405K Taylor Swift referrals have come to vote.gov https://trib.al/SdAH5RV

More than 405,000 visitors have flocked to vote.gov by way of pop superstar Taylor Swift’s postdebate endorsement of Vice President Harris, according to the General Services Administration (GSA). …

09/13/2024

High levels of lead detected in 12 cinnamon brands, report finds

A new Consumer Reports investigation found elevated levels of lead in several brands of cinnamon powders and multi-spice blends that it tested.

09/13/2024

Springfield bomb threat used 'hateful' language towards migrants, Haitians

Springfield Mayor Rob Rue told The Washington Post that the threat “used hateful language towards immigrants and Haitians in our community.”

09/13/2024

Ben & Jerry's co-founders unveil Kamala Harris ice cream flavor

Ben & Jerry’s co-founders, Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, are unveiling a new ice cream flavor, “Kamala’s Coconut Jubilee,” as part of a get-out-the-vote initiative to elect Vice Preside…

09/13/2024

New program pays jurors $100 per day in several California counties

Several California counties are now paying jurors $100 per day as part of a pilot program to increase diversity on juries and encourage participation, with the program also including higher reimbur…

09/13/2024

New York’s top court throws out Trump gag order appeal

New York’s high court tossed out former President Trump’s appeal of the gag order in his hush money criminal case Thursday.  The gag order, which remains in partial effect ahead of Trump’s sen…

09/13/2024

7 sleeper races to watch in November

Marquee toss-up races and high-profile candidates have dominated the political conversation as both parties battle for the House and Senate, but some potential sleeper contests could offer politica…

09/13/2024

Trump judges split over handling 2024 bid inside courtroom

Two high-profile judges overseeing a pair of former President Trump’s criminal cases are taking dueling approaches on how to handle their roles ahead of the 2024 presidential election. U.S. Distric…

09/13/2024

Tickets for Something in the Water go on sale for Virginians starting Friday, lineup to be revealed

Something in the Water 2024 tickets are going on sale Friday for Virginia residents first.

09/13/2024

Cook Political Report shifts Montana Senate race to GOP

The Cook Political Report shifted the Montana Senate race from “toss up” to “lean Republican” on Thursday as polls show Republican Tim Sheehy leading incumbent Sen. Jon Tester (D) in a contest crit…

09/13/2024

Former Republican AG Alberto Gonzales backs Harris, warns against Trump

Alberto Gonzales, attorney general during former President George W. Bush’s administration, endorsed Vice President Harris on Thursday, citing in part the Supreme Court’s immunity decision in…

09/13/2024

House postpones spending bill vote

A partial government shutdown draws closer as House Speaker Mike Johnson postponed the vote on the temporary spending bill.