Stories from United States

UCLA has extended women's basketball coach Cori Close's contract through the 2029-30 season. Close has set records for wins during her tenure with the team.

The Supreme Court has cleared a path for Alabama to use a new voting map for the midterm elections. This decision represents a victory for Republicans. The ruling impacts the state's primary elections.

Fawn mortality rates are high due to parasitic insects near the Texas border.

A judge has ruled that Cook County must pay homeowners for the equity retained in property tax sales. The ruling pertains to property assessments in the county.

The Congressional Budget Office has estimated the cost of President Trump's Golden Dome missile defense program at $1.2 trillion. Space-based interceptors represent the largest portion of this expenditure. The specific cost estimate was not detailed in the provided information. This update provides a revised cost estimate for the project. The estimated cost for a proposed missile shield under a potential Trump administration exceeds $1 trillion. The cost raises budgetary questions.

Sam Altman is testifying in a lawsuit filed by Elon Musk concerning OpenAI. The legal proceedings are taking place in Austin. The lawsuit was filed in Austin, Texas. Elon Musk has filed a lawsuit against his former colleagues at OpenAI, alleging breach of contract and fiduciary duty. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testified that Elon Musk's actions caused damage to the company's culture. This testimony is part of Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI. Altman defended OpenAI's direction and leadership. Altman stated that Musk wanted long-term control of the company. The testimony was provided to a North America technology reporter. Elon Musk's agreement shift has been rejected. A former chief scientist and co-founder of OpenAI also confirmed awareness of no such commitment. Musk is seeking to remove Altman from his position.

Ground beef prices have reached an all-time high, with a 20% increase in retail price per pound over the past year. This surge is attributed to skyrocketing prices for gasoline, food, and rent, which have weighed on Wall Street.

WTOP reported that the air fair index has increased by approximately 21%. The report did not specify the type of air fair or the reason for the increase.

WNYC discussed fears that numbers are coming together, leading to efforts to keep people divided and in fear. The segment suggested that unity among people would change this dynamic.

Cole Allen has pleaded not guilty to charges related to an alleged assassination attempt on President Trump. The plea was entered in Washington. The incident reportedly occurred during a dinner in Washington. The specific details of the alleged attempt were not disclosed.