Stories from United States

Elon Musk is expected to continue testifying in a trial that is projected to last three to four weeks. Musk's financial advisor is also expected to take the stand later today. Sam Altman is anticipated to testify in the coming weeks.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in the United States have agreed to pay $650 per test. This payment is part of an incentivization program for hospitals to adopt specific software or testing protocols.

A five-year-old child sustained non-life-threatening injuries after being shot in a courtyard area. Police located the child and transported them to local hospitals. Officers are currently searching for two suspects who opened fire and fled the scene.

The Union Pacific Big Boy number 4014 steam locomotive will begin a nationwide tour through the eastern United States at the end of May. The tour includes stops in Sterling and Rochelle on June 2nd. The locomotive will also make an overnight stop in West Chicago.

Professors from the University of California at Irvine have been teaching inmates at Donovan State Prison in southern San Diego County near the Mexican border. The program has produced 23 graduates, including one correspondent who graduated summa cum laude.

A sequel to the film Devil Wears Prada has been announced. The storyline reportedly features a different universe within the fashion magazine industry. The plot will address industry challenges including tremendous budget cuts and layoffs.

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that Grand Theft Auto 6 will not feature a 'super-premium' price tag despite market rumors. Zelnick said that the game's value will exceed its eventual cost.

A new law in Maryland allows education leaders to redesign how schools are graded. The proposed system would look beyond test scores to include factors such as staffing and access to a well-rounded curriculum. Officials stated the process will include public input and is expected to take time. A new system could potentially launch for the 2027-2028 school year. Critics argue the current system does not fairly reflect school quality, particularly in low-income communities. The proposal is expected to be released later this year. Officials stated the goal is to provide a clearer and more accurate representation of school performance.

A crash involving a semi-truck has occurred on I-8094 near Ripley. The accident is blocking two right lanes, causing traffic to move at approximately four miles per hour. Authorities are monitoring the situation.

A former teacher, Andrew Britt, will not stand trial for shooting a Baltimore County police officer at the Wilkins precinct. The Baltimore County state's attorney's office stated a psychologist determined Britt is not criminally responsible for the shooting that occurred in March of last year. The incident took place in the parking lot of the precinct. The officer involved survived the shooting. A state psychologist will determine the appropriate treatment for Britt following the plea.