Usa new news - Part 469

Beyoncé Thanks LA Firefighters in Grammy Acceptance Speech

After four losses in the category, <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/beyonce/?swcfpc=1″>Beyoncé</a> finally took home the coveted Album of the Year trophy at the <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/grammy-awards/?swcfpc=1″>Grammy Awards</a>. Her latest album, Cowboy Carter, helped the singer hold her position as the most nominated and …

‘The Bachelor’ Season 29 Locations: Where Do Grant Ellis and the Women Travel?

ABC’s <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/the-bachelor/?swcfpc=1″>The Bachelor</a> Season 29 is officially here, and fans can’t wait to see who Grant Ellis connects with on his journey. Grant was first introduced on <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/jenn-tran-return-dating-competition-world-already-romanced.html/”>Jenn Tran’s season of The Bachelorette</a>. Now, viewers get to …

Kate Middleton Feels ‘Vindicated’ After Damaging Allegations Against Prince Harry and Meghan, Insider Says

The headlines surrounding <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/prince-harry/?swcfpc=1″>Prince Harry</a> and <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/meghan-markle/?swcfpc=1″>Meghan Markle</a> for weeks have not been good. After being slammed for going beyond the yellow tape in towns where they do not own any property and touring neighborhoods in Los Angeles devastated …

Colorado Democrats call recent actions by Elon Musk, President Trump illegal as Boebert cheers USAID gutting

Colorado’s congressional Democrats criticized Elon Musk’s efforts to gut the U.S. government’s foreign aid agency and access sensitive federal data in recent days, calling the efforts by the “unelected billionaire” unlawful and pledging to take action to curb it. “These …

Former Jeffco paraprofessional gets 4 years in prison for sexual assault on disabled student

A former Jeffco Public Schools paraprofessional was sentenced to four years in prison and at least 10 years of “intensive” probation for sexually assaulting a student. Imagine Kay Ewer, 29, worked in a special needs classroom for about four months …

Chicago high school basketball scores

Please send scores and corrections to preps@suntimes.com. Monday, February 3, 2025 CHICAGO PREPHoly Trinity at Rochelle Zell, 7:00 KISHWAUKEE RIVERJohnsburg at Marengo, 6:45 METRO PREPHinsdale Adventist at Universal, 5:00 NOBLE BLUESpeer at UIC Prep, 7:00 NONCONFERENCEAlden-Hebron at Christian Liberty, 7:30Aurora …

As egg prices rise, Trump administration must get cracking on bird flu crisis

The price of eggs has reached — if not surpassed — $8.00 dozen, depending on where one shops. That’s enough to adversely effect a host of industries, including poultry farming, restaurants, bakeries — not to mention everyday folks who are …

Gas prices start to rise in California, Bay Area after refinery blaze

MARTINEZ — Gasoline prices rose slightly in the Bay Area in the wake of an explosion and fire that knocked an East Bay refinery offline — although experts say it’s too soon to know the impact on vehicle fuel costs. …

Rubio says he’s acting director of USAID as humanitarian agency is taken over by the State Department

By Jennifer Hansler, Lauren Kent, Alex Marquardt and Kevin Liptak | CNN Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced Monday that he is acting administrator of the US Agency for International Development, confirming the de-facto takeover of the humanitarian agency by …

Letters: ‘Christian nationalism’ is a contradiction in terms

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. ‘Christian nationalism’ a contradiction in terms I find recent professions of Christian nationalism very troubling. Christianity and nationalism are fundamentally at odds, making “Christian nationalism” …

Reese Witherspoon blames fans, not herself, for Kate Winslet ‘stupidity’

Over the weekend, Reese Witherspoon denied that there was any kind of drama between her and her “good friend” Kate Winslet, after she herself sparked speculation of a falling out between them by going on and on in an interview …

UC Berkeley among 5 colleges facing Trump administration antisemitism inquiries

By Collin Binkley | Associated Press WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is opening new investigations into allegations of antisemitism at five U.S. universities including Columbia and UC Berkeley, the Education Department announced Monday. It’s part of President Donald Trump’s promise …

Live map: Rain in the Bay Area and a lot of Sierra snow

Another wave of rain was expected to reach the Bay Area on Monday and stay until Tuesday night. Related Articles Weather | More light rain expected through Bay Area ahead of next storm arrival Weather | Who gets more disaster …

Letters: Trump is incapable of summoning our better angels

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Trump isn’t capable of calling our better angels Re: “As recovery efforts continue, military expert is baffled while Trump baselessly blames DEI” (Page A1, Jan. …

State Farm seeks 22% rate hike for California homeowners to cover Los Angeles wildfire losses

State Farm, the largest insurance company in California, has asked state regulators to immediately approve a steep rate hike for homeowners to prevent a “dire situation” for its customers and the broader insurance market in the wake of the disastrous …

Trump administration opens antisemitism inquiries at 5 colleges including Columbia and Berkeley

By COLLIN BINKLEY WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is opening new investigations into allegations of antisemitism at five U.S. universities including Columbia and the University of California, Berkeley, the Education Department announced Monday. Related Articles National Politics | Texas …

Will Clippers join the fray with their own big-name trade?

Clippers coach Tyronn Lue got up from his seat and walked away Sunday when asked about the recent movement in the NBA, that is, the Lakers-Dallas Mavericks trade. Later, Lue declined again to comment on the flurry of changes hitting …

Senate confirms fossil fuel CEO Chris Wright as energy secretary. He vows to ‘unleash’ US resources

By MATTHEW DALY WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Monday confirmed fossil fuel executive Chris Wright to serve as energy secretary, a key post to promote President Donald Trump’s efforts to achieve U.S. “energy dominance” in the global market. Related …

Long Beach congressman leads probe into LA County’s faulty evacuation alerts during wildfires

Rep. Robert Garcia is leading an investigation into Los Angeles County’s false evacuation alerts that went out to 10 million residents across the county during the wildfires, causing alarm and confusion, as well as other issues with the system. Garcia, …

Eric Musselman rages against the machines, but USC still has a path to the NCAA Tournament

LOS ANGELES — The only way for his USC men’s basketball team to win in the Big Ten, Eric Musselman has realized, is to collectively ascend to a sort of higher focus for 40 minutes of basketball. At times, they’re …

Google makes its appeal to overturn jury verdict branding the Play Store as illegal monopoly

By MICHAEL LIEDTKE SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google went to appeals court Monday in an attempt to convince a three-judge panel to overturn a jury’s verdict declaring its app store for Android smartphones as an illegal monopoly and block the …

Trump administration hires hardcore pro-Trump ideologue to run public diplomacy at State Department

By MATTHEW LEE SAN SALVADOR (AP) — The Trump administration has hired a “Make America Great Again” ideologue to run the State Department’s worldwide public diplomacy efforts, according to the man put forward for the post and three current department …

Traffic along PCH again flows in fire-ravaged Palisades area; some residents say it’s too soon

Shrouded in dense fog early Monday, a line of vehicles snaked in both directions along the narrow single lanes of Pacific Coast Highway in the Pacific Palisades area, marking the full reopening of the famed highway after last month’s devasting …

As rain nears, LA County is ‘working around the clock’ to get ready for it

A storm system is expected to bring widespread rain and gusty winds to Southern California beginning Tuesday, raising fears of possible debris flows in recent burn areas. The National Weather Service expressed “high confidence in widespread periods of rain in …

Rams WR Cooper Kupp announces team plans to trade him

The Cooper Kupp era in Los Angeles is coming to an end. The wide receiver, who was the MVP of the team’s Super Bowl LVI title three years ago, announced on X, formerly Twitter, that he has been informed by …

Pete Alonso Refuses to Fire Scott Boras Despite Failed Free Agency, Reports Say

When the MLB Free agency period began immediately following the end of the 2024 World Series on October 31, the most hotly pursued free agent was clearly generational slugger Juan Soto, formerly of the New York Yankees. But when Soto …

Lamar Jackson Sends Message on Myles Garrett After Browns Trade Demand

Myles Garrett has demanded a trade and an AFC North rival is interested in acquiring the Cleveland Browns impactful pass-rusher. Garrett made his trade demand public on Monday, asking for the Browns to move him so he can pursue a …

Sam Kennedy: ‘Red Sox Have Been Aggressive’

Is pretending to be a wolf the same as crying wolf? Boston Red Sox President Sam Kennedy has been adamant since the team’s season-ending press conference in October 2024 that Red Sox fans have been patient enough, and that the …

Commanders Would Lose 2 Premium Draft Picks in ‘Desperate’ Myles Garrett Trade Idea

When a former NFL Defensive Player of the Year asks to be traded, a team as “desperate” for game-wreckers as the Washington Commanders should take notice, but any deal for Cleveland Browns edge-rusher Myles Garrett would cost two premium draft …

Former Lions QB Matthew Stafford Predicted Be Replaced in Surprise Move

Former Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford still has a heart for Detroit, as he proved by gifting an autographed Stafford jersey to a Lions fan who sold it to take his daughter to the Lions’ playoff game against the Washington …

Roger Goodell Breaks Silence on Bills-Chiefs Controversy

A little more than a week after the Buffalo Bills lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in an AFC Championship game mired by controversy, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is throwing some cold water on conspiracy theories. Goodell spoke to reporters …

NBA Player Props Today: Santi Aldama To Continue Success Against Spurs

On Monday night, we will have several high profile NBA matchups, including the San Antonio Spurs versus the Memphis Grizzlies. However, instead of betting on Victor Wembanyama, our NBA player props today will feature Santi Aldama in that game, as …

Hayward man gets house arrest for lewd conversations with undercover cop posing as boy

DUBLIN — A Hayward man has been sentenced to a year of house arrest, a probation term, and must register as a sex offender for 10 years after pleading no contest to attempting to meet a minor for lewd purposes, …

Kurtenbach: The desperate Warriors want you to know trying really hard to make a trade

A three-word phrase will define Steph Curry’s final years with the Golden State Warriors. It’s not “One More Run,” “Sense of Urgency,” or even the infamous “Light Years Ahead.” No, it’ll be “Trades Are Hard.” I can see the T-shirts …

Will Ferrell and Zac Efron Team up for a New Movie

Another day, another <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/jennifer-garner-executive-produce-star-the-five-star-weekend-book-adaptation-peacock.html/”>new project</a> in Hollywood. <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/zac-efron/”>Zac Efron</a>, 37, and <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/will-ferrell/”>Will Ferrell</a>, 57, are reportedly teaming up for a new movie. Get details on the comedy, ahead. Hint: It combines prison and courtroom TV. <h2 …

Drake’s Dad ‘Doesn’t Care’ About Kendrick Lamar Winning 5 Grammys for Dissing His Son

At the Grammy Awards, <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/kendrick-lamar/?swcfpc=1″>Kendrick Lamar</a> won five trophies for “Not Like Us,” his diss track about <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/drake/?swcfpc=1″>Drake</a>. The two rappers traded shots during a rap battle over the summer. With his Grammy wins and upcoming Super …

Kanye West and Bianca Censori Draw Harsh Criticism for Her Grammys Dress

<a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/kanye-west/?swcfpc=1″>Kanye West</a> and his <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/celebrity-relationships/?swcfpc=1″>wife</a>, Bianca Censori, attended the Grammy Awards in 2025 and made headlines from the moment they stepped on the red carpet. Censori’s fashion choices have often turned heads, and her Grammys look was …

What puts the “New York” in New York cheesecake?

By Eric Kim, The New York Times What puts the New York in a New York cheesecake? Most ardent New Yorkers might say a dreamily smooth and creamy cheesecake layer that’s rich and firm yet somehow light, with some kind …

Fort Collins man accused of creating and possessing child sexual-abuse material

The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office last month arrested a Fort Collins man for allegedly creating sexual-abuse material involving two children, and possessing thousands of sexual images and videos involving minors. Deputies arrested Christopher Kyle Shaffar, 40, on Jan. 23, the …

Fatal police shooting of Dexter Reed triggers $1.25M settlement, including reforms to rein in traffic stops

Chicago taxpayers are being asked to pay $1.25 million to compensate the family of Dexter Reed, who was shot to death by police officers last year after Reed shot and wounded one of them during a traffic stop. The settlement …