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The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA Fandom usually means tracking your favorite team for years − so why are the Olympics so good at making us root for sports and athletes we tune out most of the time? Fandom usually means tracking your favorite team for years − so why are the Olympics so good at making us root for sports and athletes we tune out most of the time? What was the 'first American novel'? On this Independence Day, a look at what it started What was the 'first American novel'? On this Independence Day, a look at what it started
Science
Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Fossils show huge salamanderlike predator with sharp fangs existed before the dinosaurs Fossils show huge salamanderlike predator with sharp fangs existed before the dinosaurs China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says
Technology
China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says Even short trips to space can change an astronaut’s biology − a new set of studies offers the most comprehensive look at spaceflight health since NASA’s Twins Study Even short trips to space can change an astronaut’s biology − a new set of studies offers the most comprehensive look at spaceflight health since NASA’s Twins Study From 'latte makeup' to 'girl dinners,' TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last? From 'latte makeup' to 'girl dinners,' TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last?
World
Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon Russian missiles and drones strike eastern Ukraine's Dnipro in a daylight attack that kills 5 Russian missiles and drones strike eastern Ukraine's Dnipro in a daylight attack that kills 5 Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral
Sports
Coco Gauff reaches 3rd round at Wimbledon, says she not feeling pressure Coco Gauff reaches 3rd round at Wimbledon, says she not feeling pressure LeBron James agrees to a 2-year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, AP source says LeBron James agrees to a 2-year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, AP source says Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu will play mixed doubles at Wimbledon Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu will play mixed doubles at Wimbledon
Political
Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon The big bet on the UK election is not who will be prime minister The big bet on the UK election is not who will be prime minister
Health
Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Detroit’s legacy of housing inequity has caused long-term health impacts − these policies can help mitigate that harm Detroit’s legacy of housing inequity has caused long-term health impacts − these policies can help mitigate that harm Why mass shootings and violence increase in the summer Why mass shootings and violence increase in the summer
Economy
Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Wave of summer travel expected over July Fourth holiday as hot inflation loosens grip Wave of summer travel expected over July Fourth holiday as hot inflation loosens grip US filings for jobless claims inch up modestly, but continuing claims rise for ninth straight week US filings for jobless claims inch up modestly, but continuing claims rise for ninth straight week
Environment
Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Flirting with disaster: When endangered wild animals try to mate with domestic relatives, both wildlife and people lose Flirting with disaster: When endangered wild animals try to mate with domestic relatives, both wildlife and people lose Northern California wildfire spreads, with more hot weather expected. Thousands evacuate Northern California wildfire spreads, with more hot weather expected. Thousands evacuate
Education
One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics Why US schools need to shake up the way they teach physics Why US schools need to shake up the way they teach physics Judge's order greatly expands where Biden can't enforce a new rule protecting LGBTQ+ students Judge's order greatly expands where Biden can't enforce a new rule protecting LGBTQ+ students
Entertainment
One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral
Local
Live like an A-lister: LA's most chic & glamorous hotels Live like an A-lister: LA's most chic & glamorous hotels The streets of Los Angeles are glowing purple as Jacaranda trees bloom The streets of Los Angeles are glowing purple as Jacaranda trees bloom Indulge in Santa Barbara's top 15 dining destinations Indulge in Santa Barbara's top 15 dining destinations
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Should gun store sales get special credit card tracking? States split on mandating or prohibiting it

A new national divide is emerging among states over whether to track sales by gun stores

June 30, 2024
Should gun store sales get special credit card tracking? States split on mandating or prohibiting it
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Missouri governor says new public aid plan in the works for Chiefs, Royals stadiums

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson says he expects the state to put together an aid plan by the end of the year to try to keep the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals in Missouri

June 27, 2024
Missouri governor says new public aid plan in the works for Chiefs, Royals stadiums
Education|Local

Kansas governor cites competition concerns while vetoing measure for school gun-detection technology

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly has vetoed a measure that could have earmarked up to $5 million for certain gun-detection software in schools

May 15, 2024
Kansas governor cites competition concerns while vetoing measure for school gun-detection technology
Economy|Education|Health|Political

For decades, states have taken foster children's federal benefits. That's starting to change

States have for decades been using foster children's federal Social Security benefits to help cover the costs of state services

May 18, 2024
For decades, states have taken foster children's federal benefits. That's starting to change
Political

Legal fights over voting districts could play role in control of Congress for 2024

Democrats got a potential boost for the 2024 congressional elections as courts in Alabama and Florida ruled recently that Republican-led legislatures had unfairly diluted the voting power of Black residents. But those cases are just two of about a dozen that could carry big consequences as Republicans campaign to hold onto their slim majority in the U.S. House of Representatives. Another trial alleging racial violations in voting districts got underway Tuesday in Georgia, where Democrats also hope to make gains, while voting rights advocates in Ohio decided to drop a legal challenge to that state’s congressional districts — providing a

September 06, 2023
Legal fights over voting districts could play role in control of Congress for 2024
Sports

As sports betting spikes, help for problem gamblers expands in some states

When the NFL season kicks off this week, Kentucky residents and visitors — for the first time — will be able to legally place sports bets on something other than horse racing. When they do, some of that money will also fund the state’s first-ever program for people with gambling problems. Since the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for legalized sports betting five years ago, nearly three-fourths of the states have moved swiftly to allow it. State funding for problem gambling services has not kept pace, although more states — like Kentucky — are requiring at least a portion

September 05, 2023
As sports betting spikes, help for problem gamblers expands in some states
Economy|News

With home prices up more than 50%, some states try to contain property taxes

Rising home values have led to higher real estate taxes around the U.S. Now many states are looking to provide relief to frustrated residents

June 02, 2024
With home prices up more than 50%, some states try to contain property taxes
Economy|Health|News

As the US moves to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, could more states legalize it?

A federal proposal to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug has raised the hopes of some pot backers that more states will embrace cannabis

May 04, 2024
As the US moves to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, could more states legalize it?
Business|Environment|Health|News|Political

Missouri House backs legal shield for weedkiller maker facing thousands of cancer-related lawsuits

The Missouri House has passed legislation that could protect chemical manufacturer Bayer from some lawsuits alleging a popular weedkiller causes cancer

April 24, 2024
Missouri House backs legal shield for weedkiller maker facing thousands of cancer-related lawsuits
Education|Health|News|Political

Tennessee lawmakers join movement allowing some teachers to take guns into schools

Some public school teachers could gain new powers to bring concealed guns into Tennessee schools

April 24, 2024
Tennessee lawmakers join movement allowing some teachers to take guns into schools
Business|Education|News|Political

A conservative quest to limit diversity programs gains momentum in states

An effort to limit diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives is gaining momentum in state capitals and college campuses

April 24, 2024
A conservative quest to limit diversity programs gains momentum in states
Business|News

Missouri lawmakers back big expansion of low-interest loans amid growing demand for state aid

Persistently high interest rates have led Missouri lawmakers to significantly expand a state loan program for farmers and small businesses

April 18, 2024
Missouri lawmakers back big expansion of low-interest loans amid growing demand for state aid
Health|News|Political

Two shootings, two different responses — Maine restricts guns while Iowa arms teachers

State lawmakers are taking very different approaches to public safety following high-profile shootings

April 18, 2024
Two shootings, two different responses — Maine restricts guns while Iowa arms teachers
News|Sports

When voters say 'no' to new stadiums, what do professional sports teams do next?

Voter rejection of a stadium sales tax plan for the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs has raised questions about what happens next

April 04, 2024
When voters say 'no' to new stadiums, what do professional sports teams do next?
Business|Education|News|Political

GOP state attorneys push back on Biden's proposed diversity rules for apprenticeship programs

Republican attorneys general in two dozen states are pushing back against a proposed Biden administration rule that seeks to expand diversity in apprenticeship programs

March 20, 2024
GOP state attorneys push back on Biden's proposed diversity rules for apprenticeship programs
Business|News|Sports

It's March Madness and more people than ever can legally bet on basketball games

As March Madness gets underway, more people than ever now can legally bet on sports

March 17, 2024
It's March Madness and more people than ever can legally bet on basketball games
Business|Education|News|Political|Technology

School shootings prompt more states to fund digital maps for first responders

Mass shootings at schools have prompted a growing number of states to encourage digital mapping to aid emergency responders

March 08, 2024
School shootings prompt more states to fund digital maps for first responders
Health|News|Political|Sports

The Missouri governor shortens the DWI prison sentence of former Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson has shortened the prison sentence of former Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid for a drunken driving crash that seriously injured a girl

March 01, 2024
The Missouri governor shortens the DWI prison sentence of former Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid
News|Political

Some Republican leaders are pushing back against the conservative Freedom Caucus in statehouses

Some Republican lawmakers are pushing back as the conservative Freedom Caucus Networks expands from Washington, D

January 31, 2024
Some Republican leaders are pushing back against the conservative Freedom Caucus in statehouses
Business|News|Political

States expand low-interest loan programs for farms, businesses and new housing

States are seeing increased demand for their cash amid high interest rates

January 18, 2024
States expand low-interest loan programs for farms, businesses and new housing
Business|News

State tax cutting trend faces headwinds from declining revenues and tighter budgets

Almost every U.S. state has cut taxes in some way in the past three years

January 03, 2024
State tax cutting trend faces headwinds from declining revenues and tighter budgets
Business|News|Political|Sports

Odds for more sports betting expansion could fade after rapid growth to 38 states

Sports betting has spread rapidly across U.S. states in the past five years

December 27, 2023
Odds for more sports betting expansion could fade after rapid growth to 38 states
Business|News|Sports

Plans abounding for new sports stadiums across the US, carrying hefty public costs

Proposals for new and improved sports stadiums are proliferating across the U.S. and could come with a hefty price tag for taxpayers

December 23, 2023
Plans abounding for new sports stadiums across the US, carrying hefty public costs
Business|News|Sports

Key takeaways from AP’s look at the emerging wave of sports construction in the US

The list of sports teams seeking new or improved stadiums is getting longer and longer

December 23, 2023
Key takeaways from AP’s look at the emerging wave of sports construction in the US
News|Political

Missouri governor granting pardons at pace not seen since WWII era

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson is granting pardons at a pace not seen since the World War II era

November 24, 2023
Missouri governor granting pardons at pace not seen since WWII era

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