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Embattled Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales told CNN on Tuesday he would not resign amid allegations that he had an affair with a senior staffer who later died by suicide, while he declined to answer repeated questions about whether the accusations are true.The Texas Republican would not say whether he had an affair with the staffer or whether he sent sexually explicit text messages that appeared to show him pressuring his staffer to share images of herself.“I am not going to resign. I work every day for the people of Texas,” Gonzales told CNN when pressed whether he had a relationship with hi

Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales says he will not resign amid affair allegations

CIA offers tips to potential informants in Iran as Trump considers military action

US men's hockey team visits Trump at the White House on its way to his State of the Union

Kelce, Mahomes sued by New York company over 1587 Prime trademark

NEW YORK (KMBC) -- A New York-based shoe and apparel company is suing Kansas City Chiefs stars Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes, alleging a restaurant backed by the players is using a similar name and harming its business.In a complaint filed this week in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, 1587 Sneakers Inc. says it has operated under the “1587” brand since April 2023 and has gained recognition as a business that combines fashion, cultural storytelling and philanthropy.The lawsuit alleges the defendants launched “1587 Prime,” a restauran

Spirit Airlines reaches deal to emerge from bankruptcy, avoiding closure threat

What to know about UK politician Peter Mandelson's ties to his 'best pal,' the late Jeffrey Epstein

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Spirit Airlines expects to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy by summer

Spirit Airlines’ parent company says it expects to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the late spring or early summer, after striking a preliminary deal with its lenders and secured creditors that provides the support needed to finish its restructuring. The early-stage agreement would help Spirit finalize changes to its fleet, route network and cost structure as it works toward emerging as “a new Spirit” — a smaller, leaner carrier still focused on offering low fares but with more options like premium economy and its version of first-class seating with more legr

Kash Patel’s use of the FBI jet sparks outrage. Here’s why he couldn’t travel to the Olympics any other way

Judge declines to dismiss prosecutors from the case against alleged Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson

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First lady Melania and Donald Trump bringing separate guests to SOTU in break with precedent

First lady Melania Trump will bring guests to the State of the Union address representing her foster care and responsible AI platforms while President Donald Trump has invited his own set of guests reflecting his priorities – a break from precedent.The first lady typically invites guests designed to highlight the themes in the president’s speech, along with her own priorities, offering a blueprint for the remarks. They sit with her in her box in the Capitol, overlooking lawmakers and the president, with cameras trained in their direction at key moments.“The first lady will have two great

5 questions heading into Trump's State of the Union address

President Donald Trump says he has a lot to talk about tonight. He's returning to Congress to deliver a State of the Union address at a consequential moment in his presidency, with his approval ratings near an all-time low and restive supporters waiting for him to deliver more tangibly on their struggles with the cost of living. On top of that, the Supreme Court just declared illegal the tariffs that have been central to his second term. And the foreign policy challenges he promised to fix easily now don't look so simple with another potential military strike again

Democrats bet on Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s cost-focused message to counter Trump

Jamie Dimon says AI euphoria, record stocks and banks doing ‘dumb things’ could lead to another financial crisis

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Utah judge rejects defense's motion to disqualify prosecutors in the Charlie Kirk killing case

A Utah judge on Tuesday declined to disqualify the local county attorney’s office from prosecuting the accused shooter in Charlie Kirk's killing after the defense argued there was a conflict of interest because a prosecutor's daughter was present when Kirk was shot. Prosecutors plan to seek the death penalty against Tyler Robinson, 22, who is charged with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of the conservative activist on the Utah Valley University campus in Orem. Robinson has not yet entered a plea. Robinson’s attorneys urged the judge to remove the Uta

Isaac Hayes estate settles lawsuit accusing Trump of unauthorized song use

President Donald Trump has settled a lawsuit with the estate of renowned singer and songwriter Isaac Hayes that accused the president of using the hit record "Hold On, I’m Coming” in his campaign without permission, Hayes' family said Monday. Hayes' estate filed the lawsuit in August 2024 alleging that the Trump campaign used the song in videos and campaign appearances 133 times in his 2020 and 2024 presidential bids. The lawsuit alleged that the use of the song by Trump, his campaign and several of his allies had infringed its copyright and that damages should

You paid for tariffs — but you won’t get a slice of tariff refunds

Savannah Guthrie says her family is offering a $1 million reward for her mother's return

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Supreme Court fails to deliver for Texas woman who claims Postal Service withheld mail because she is Black

The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled against a Texas woman who is attempting to sue the Postal Service, claiming it withheld her mail because she is Black.Justice Clarence Thomas wrote the 5-4 opinion ruling that federal law exempts the USPS from such lawsuits even in some cases where mail carriers intentionally refuse delivery.“Given the frequency of postal workers’ interactions with citizens, those suits would arise so often that they would create a significant burden for the government and the courts,” Thomas wrote for the majority.Lebene Konan, a Texas real estate agent and landlord, c

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Louvre museum director resigns in wake of ‘heist of the century’

The director of the renowned Louvre museum in Paris resigned Tuesday following last year’s “heist of the century” which saw €88m ($100m) worth of crown jewels stolen.French President Emmanuel Macron said he accepted Laurence des Cars’ resignation, and praised her decision to step down as “an act of responsibility at a time when the world’s largest museum needs both stability and a strong new impetus,” according to the Elysée Palace.Des Cars had previously offered her resignation to Culture Minister Rachida Dati after the robbery which saw thieves break into the museum’s Apol

4 things to watch in Trump’s State of the Union

Mexican cartel clashes fuel worries in lead-up to FIFA World Cup

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Travel agency offers advice for tourists considering trips to Mexico

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Unrest in Mexico between the government and the cartels has led to dozens of deaths. For travelers, many flights are now being canceled in and out of Mexico.Travel agencies said that in the last year or so, there has been apprehension about traveling to Mexico. News like this isn't going to help the situation.According to the U.S. Department of State, people are advised to exercise caution in Mexico. It's recommended for any international traveler to have an agent."(Someone) who stays abreast of all of these situations and can help you monitor to

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Champions League playoffs: Atletico Madrid finally sees off Club Brugge, Bodø/Glimt eyes upset

A hat trick by Alexander Sorloth helped Atletico Madrid finally shake off Club Brugge and advance to the Champions League round of 16. The Spanish giant won 4-1 on Tuesday to complete a 7-4 aggregate victory. But the wide margin on the night didn't tell the full story of Brugge's resilience over two legs. A 3-3 draw in Belgium last week had seen Brugge come back from two goals down and then level again in the 89th minute. In the second leg in Madrid it fought back once more after Sorloth fired Atletico in front in the 23rd. Joel Ordonez leveled 13