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MOREUS border crossings by migrant families hits record highUS border crossings by migrant families hits record high
US border crossings by migrant families hits record highThe southwest border saw 2.2 million migrant encounters this fiscal year, closing in on last year's 2.4 million.
Razor wire, troops, and buoys proved ineffective in deterring a surge of migrants across the southwest border, overwhelming border agents.
In Eagle Pass, the mayor reported that around 700 or more migrants crossed Saturday morning. Just this week...
A resolution in sight? Hollywood strike negotiations enters fourth dayA resolution in sight? Hollywood strike negotiations enters fourth day
A resolution in sight? Hollywood strike negotiations enters fourth dayThis week, the Writers Guild of America and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers resumed talks, but no deal has been announced yet.
President Joe Biden received the COVID-19 booster and flu shotPresident Joe Biden received the COVID-19 booster and flu shot
President Joe Biden received the COVID-19 booster and flu shotThe White House says the president hopes to encourage all Americans to follow his example and get vaccinated.
E-bikes are surging in popularity while fire risk growsE-bikes are surging in popularity while fire risk grows
E-bikes are surging in popularity while fire risk growsE-bikes are transforming cities and encouraging outdoor activity, but their batteries present a growing fire risk.
As Americans age, in-home care worker shortage growsAs Americans age, in-home care worker shortage grows
As Americans age, in-home care worker shortage growsThe aging U.S. population drives higher in-home care demand, but a shortage of workers is a key challenge.
Borrowers weigh payment boycott as student loan payments set to resumeBorrowers weigh payment boycott as student loan payments set to resume
Borrowers weigh payment boycott as student loan payments set to resumeStudent loan repayments are resuming, and some borrowers are considering boycotting to refuse to pay.
What's happening in the fall real estate market around the country?What's happening in the fall real estate market around the country?
What's happening in the fall real estate market around the country?With high interest rates and low inventory plaguing most of the country when it comes to real estate, is it better to wait until spring?
Fat Bear Week 2023: It’s time to weigh in on your favorite chunkFat Bear Week 2023: It’s time to weigh in on your favorite chunk
Fat Bear Week 2023: It’s time to weigh in on your favorite chunkThousands from around the globe will be casting votes for their favorite fat bear as the animals begin stuffing up for winter.
Black student's family sues Texas officials for suspension over hairBlack student's family sues Texas officials for suspension over hair
Black student's family sues Texas officials for suspension over hairThe 17-year-old student has been serving in-school suspension for over three weeks because of his hairstyle.
CDC recommends RSV vaccine for pregnant women to protect newbornsCDC recommends RSV vaccine for pregnant women to protect newborns
CDC recommends RSV vaccine for pregnant women to protect newbornsRSV is the number one cause of hospitalization for infants in the United States, according to the CDC.
Ed Sheeran is making an album he recorded in fans' living roomsEd Sheeran is making an album he recorded in fans' living rooms
Ed Sheeran is making an album he recorded in fans' living roomsThe musician surprised fans at their homes to record a live, acoustic version of his upcoming album "Autumn Variations."
MGM Resorts back online 10 days after cyberattackMGM Resorts back online 10 days after cyberattack
MGM Resorts back online 10 days after cyberattackUp until now, people had not been able to make hotel and casino reservations online. Previously, guests couldn't use their room keys.
Ophelia causes flooding in Coastal North Carolina as it heads northOphelia causes flooding in Coastal North Carolina as it heads north
Ophelia causes flooding in Coastal North Carolina as it heads northThe storm made landfall near Emerald Isle at 6:15 a.m. on Saturday with winds close to 70 mph, later subsiding to 40 mph.
White House unveils new Office of Gun Violence PreventionWhite House unveils new Office of Gun Violence Prevention
White House unveils new Office of Gun Violence PreventionThe office, created by executive order, will implement executive actions that have been laid out to reduce gun violence.
Video of Elijah McClain's stop by police shown in courtVideo of Elijah McClain's stop by police shown in court
Video of Elijah McClain's stop by police shown in courtThe 23-year-old Black man died after being put in a neck hold by officers and injected by paramedics with a powerful sedative.
Musk's brain implant ready for human trials, but did test monkeys die?Musk's brain implant ready for human trials, but did test monkeys die?
Musk's brain implant ready for human trials, but did test monkeys die?Elon Musk says his brain implant device company Neuralink is ready for human trials, but a report says test monkeys died in the animal trials.
ICYMI
Forget fall: Early snow hits US states, bringing winter advisoriesForget fall: Early snow hits US states, bringing winter advisories
Forget fall: Early snow hits US states, bringing winter advisoriesA cold front swept across multiple U.S. states, bringing their first snowfall a full month earlier than the previous year.
Police: Boy killed after baseball game was case of mistaken identityPolice: Boy killed after baseball game was case of mistaken identity
Police: Boy killed after baseball game was case of mistaken identityJose Romero, 22, and Nathen Garley, 21, are both reportedly charged with conspiracy to commit murder in the death of 11-year-old Froylan Villegas.
2 dead after bus carrying high school students veers off NY highway2 dead after bus carrying high school students veers off NY highway
2 dead after bus carrying high school students veers off NY highwayThe wreck happened on Interstate 84 in the town of Wawayanda, about 45 miles northwest of New York City.
Life
As the cost of college continues to go up, make the most of your investment with these degrees that earn a median income of at least $100,000.
The report will include bill payment history, loan information, current debt, bankruptcy history and lawsuit records.
The recall covers the Novaform ComfortGrande 14-inch mattress and the Novaform DreamAway 8-inch mattress.
David’s Cookies is recalling 960 units of their “Marketside Chocolate Chip Explosion Cake” because they have the wrong label.
A local person on an ATV found the girl approximately four hours later, about 3 miles from her home.
Millions of Americans could be impacted by a decision to limit medical debt from appearing on credit reports.
With student loan payments resuming this fall, scammers are targeting current and former students by promising to help.
What's a $10,000 bill worth to you? To some auction goers, the answer is hundreds of thousands of dollars.
From Enneagrams and Myers-Briggs to love languages, the internet is full of personality quizzes that claim to help us with our relationships.
Police officers jumped into action along with several bystanders to save a 19-year-old's life after his car overturned.
After taking a few root samples following the fire, arborists found that "a lot of new roots" were also sprouting.
Federal regulators ordered Epic Games to pay $520 million to settle charges that the company tricked Fortnite users into making unwanted purchases.
Money
Fed leaves rates unchanged as it eyes potential 'soft landing'Fed leaves rates unchanged as it eyes potential 'soft landing'
Fed leaves rates unchanged as it eyes potential 'soft landing'Officials at the Federal Reserve appear optimistic they can continue to curb inflation without plunging the economy into a recession.
As iPhone 15 goes on sale, should you upgrade your phone or wait?As iPhone 15 goes on sale, should you upgrade your phone or wait?
As iPhone 15 goes on sale, should you upgrade your phone or wait?There is nothing like the thrill of a shiny new phone. But with prices high, how long can you hold off and keep your old phone?
Social media impulse buying appears to be a growing phenomenonSocial media impulse buying appears to be a growing phenomenon
Social media impulse buying appears to be a growing phenomenonA survey from Bankrate shows that nearly half of social media users admitted to making impulse purchase.
US national debt surpasses $33 trillion for first timeUS national debt surpasses $33 trillion for first time
US national debt surpasses $33 trillion for first timeThe grim milestone comes as Congress debates a new spending plan to avert the looming government shutdown.
World News
US approaching decision to supply Ukraine with ATACMS missilesUS approaching decision to supply Ukraine with ATACMS missiles
US approaching decision to supply Ukraine with ATACMS missilesIt’s unclear when these ATACMS could be provided or how many, but the White House is still not confirming.
US and Seoul warn North Korea about potential arms deal with RussiaUS and Seoul warn North Korea about potential arms deal with Russia
US and Seoul warn North Korea about potential arms deal with RussiaExperts believe Kim Jong Un may ship ammunitions to refill Vladimir Putin's exhausted arms stores to back his war efforts in Ukraine.
Russian missiles hit Ukraine as Zelenskyy is set to meet US lawmakersRussian missiles hit Ukraine as Zelenskyy is set to meet US lawmakers
Russian missiles hit Ukraine as Zelenskyy is set to meet US lawmakersUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in the United States to pledge his case for more aid.
Health
Clinicians, lawmakers talk mental health barriers related to raceClinicians, lawmakers talk mental health barriers related to race
Clinicians, lawmakers talk mental health barriers related to raceA panel of mental health experts gathered at Friday's Congressional Black Caucus conference to raise awareness about youth in distress.
Doctors transplant a pig's heart into a human for the second timeDoctors transplant a pig's heart into a human for the second time
Doctors transplant a pig's heart into a human for the second timeA man with heart failure received an organ transplanted from a pig in hopes of prolonging his life. It's the second such transplant ever.
Digital health care helping patients with cancer cut medical costsDigital health care helping patients with cancer cut medical costs
Digital health care helping patients with cancer cut medical costsIn a world of algorithms and AI, digital health leaders say technology can do more to help cancer patients.
Tech
Amazon limits self-publishers to 3 books per day, citing AI concernsAmazon limits self-publishers to 3 books per day, citing AI concerns
Amazon limits self-publishers to 3 books per day, citing AI concernsAmazon said it would be "lowering the volume limits" for direct publishing, according to an announcement on its Kindle community page.
Hundreds of flying taxis will soon be test-soaring in this stateHundreds of flying taxis will soon be test-soaring in this state
Hundreds of flying taxis will soon be test-soaring in this stateFlying taxis are being built in Ohio, and the products are expected to be available for commercial use in the next few years.
Entertainment
Instead of dropping PSAs, this federal agency dropped an albumInstead of dropping PSAs, this federal agency dropped an album
Instead of dropping PSAs, this federal agency dropped an albumThe Consumer Product Safety Commission ditched their regular public service announcements and released a free album.
Amazon's Prime Video will start including commercialsAmazon's Prime Video will start including commercials
Amazon's Prime Video will start including commercialsThe company announced Friday its streaming service, which is included with a Prime membership, will now cost an extra $2.99 per month to be ad-free.
Sports
Travis Kelce confirms he invited Taylor Swift to a gameTravis Kelce confirms he invited Taylor Swift to a game
Travis Kelce confirms he invited Taylor Swift to a gameThe Kansas City Chiefs tight end said he has made contact with Swift to invite her to watch him play in an upcoming game.
Boston College suspends swimming and diving program due to hazingBoston College suspends swimming and diving program due to hazing
Boston College suspends swimming and diving program due to hazingBoston College Athletics said all athletes affected by the suspension will still have access to academic and medical resources.
Scripps News Investigates
Scripps News Investigates: The deadly toll of a US ambulance shortageScripps News Investigates: The deadly toll of a US ambulance shortage
Scripps News Investigates: The deadly toll of a US ambulance shortageAging and damaged ambulances are making it tough for emergency departments around the country to provide reliable service.
'What the hell is going on?' Questions surround child fentanyl deaths'What the hell is going on?' Questions surround child fentanyl deaths
'What the hell is going on?' Questions surround child fentanyl deathsA Scripps News investigation is raising questions about fentanyl testing following numerous cases of overdoses among young children.
Russia-Ukraine War: On The Ground
No Surrender: Ukraine's unsung heroesNo Surrender: Ukraine's unsung heroes
No Surrender: Ukraine's unsung heroesScripps News tells stories of everyday Ukrainians doing the extraordinary.
'Witch' — Ukraine's fearless mortar commander — orders walls of fire'Witch' — Ukraine's fearless mortar commander — orders walls of fire
'Witch' — Ukraine's fearless mortar commander — orders walls of fireUkraine's 'Witch,' a lawyer turned mortar commander, shows Scripps News inside her command bunker, where she uses drone footage to direct her teams.
Documentaries
AI fears are fueling the labor strikes in HollywoodAI fears are fueling the labor strikes in Hollywood
AI fears are fueling the labor strikes in HollywoodArtificial intelligence is poised to completely change the film and TV industries, but Hollywood’s workers want a say in how it develops.
Mobile game ads are weird, misleading — and effectiveMobile game ads are weird, misleading — and effective
Mobile game ads are weird, misleading — and effectiveMobile games are a huge part of the billion-dollar video game industry. So why do they rely so heavily on bizarre, misleading ads?
