Stories from United States

Iowa Democrats are said training and support for their candidates. They aim to bring a unified voice to the table and are focusing on local engagement. This focus is likely aimed at strengthening their political operations. This focus aims to strengthen the party's infrastructure and outreach. The specific nature of the training was not detailed.

Five years ago, twenty food delivery robots were rolled out at Oregon State University in Corvallis. These robots are used to take deliveries across campus. The robots are intended to provide a new delivery option for students and staff. The university and specific robot provider were not named. The university did not specify the number of robots or the delivery companies involved.

A jury returned a not guilty verdict for a store owner who shot Cyrus Carmack-Belton in the back. The shooting occurred after the owner chased Carmack-Belton out of the store in Columbia.

The FDA has approved Ensitrelvir, also known as Xocova, as a new oral antiviral medicine. It is designed to prevent COVID-19 infection in adults and children 12 years of age and older. The approval was announced by the FDA.

A report indicates that President Trump's effort to clean a Washington D.C. may be a waste of $13 million.

Alphabet announced a proposed $80 billion equity capital raise to expand its artificial intelligence infrastructure and compute capabilities. Alphabet has spent $80 billion on compute, setting a budget floor for AI firms. Negotiations downstream have shifted significantly.

Project 2025's HHS chapter proposes eliminating the Head Start program entirely. Funds for child welfare are proposed to be redirected toward 'healthy marriage' programs. These programs are defined as one man, one woman. This initiative aims to reform federal education and social services.

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Garden County, Nebraska, until 7:30 PM MDT. Wind gusts of up to 60 MPH and hail up to 1.00 inch were reported near Crescent Lake NWR. Conditions are capable of producing damaging wind or hail.

State Police and ICE clashed with protesters at Delaney Hall Ice Prison. Prisoners inside the detention center are on day 11 of their hunger strike. Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has imposed a nightly curfew around Delaney Hall until further notice.

Interfaith Community Services is set to open 'The Rock,' a new campus in Santa Fe offering 125 emergency shelter beds. The campus will also provide integrated support services for the homeless population.