A teenage driver was arrested Wednesday in connection with a series of hit-and-run collisions in Huntington Beach, California that resulted in the death of one cyclist. Police believe the driver intentionally targeted the cyclists, and are continuing to investigate the incident. The suspect is currently being held on suspicion of murder.
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Alaska Representative Mary Peltola Mourns the Loss of Her Beloved Husband Eugene “Buzzy” Peltola Jr.
Alaska Representative Mary Peltola Mourns the Loss of Her Beloved Husband Eugene “Buzzy” Peltola Jr.
Alaska Representative Mary Peltola's husband, Eugene "Buzzy" Peltola Jr., has passed away following a plane accident in Alaska. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi expressed her condolences, and Peltola's office shared that he was "obnoxiously good at everything" and had a "delightful sense of humor." The Alaska community has shown an outpouring of support, and Peltola's office has asked for privacy during this difficult time.
Apple is holding its most important launch event of the year, streaming live on YouTube and Apple's website, to show off its new iPhone 15 and other products in an effort to break out of its sales slump. Customers can tune in to the event to get the latest information.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that he will not appoint any of the contenders in the upcoming Senate race to replace Senator Dianne Feinstein, instead opting to make an "interim appointment" until the primary election on March 5. This decision has been met with mixed reactions, with some praising Newsom for his commitment to fairness and democracy, while others argue that he should have the right to appoint a candidate of his choosing. The primary election on March 5 will be a crucial moment in deciding who will fill the seat, should Feinstein resign before then.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has made it clear that he is not running for president in 2024, telling NBC's "Meet the Press" host Chuck Todd that it's time to move on from speculation and focus on getting President Joe Biden re-elected. He has previously dismissed talk of challenging Biden or making a run at the White House, urging people to focus on the upcoming election. Tune in to NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sunday for more from Newsom and Chuck’s final show moderating the broadcast.
Leon Reece, a 32-year-old festivalgoer at Burning Man, died on Friday evening in the remote Black Rock Desert in Nevada. The cause and manner of death are still pending investigation, but drug intoxication is suspected according to the Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office. Burning Man is an annual event that celebrates self-expression and community, and this year's festival was attended by some 70,000 people.
The Republican Party of Nevada has announced that they will be holding a caucus on February 8th to determine the state's presidential primary winner, causing a clash between the 2024 presidential campaigns and party leaders. In response, a super PAC supporting Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' presidential run has suspended its door knocking outreach in Nevada and three other Super Tuesday states. This adjustment is a reminder of the outsized role the PAC has played in DeSantis' campaign, and it is unclear how this decision will affect the outcome of the election.
Fox News Media and Univision have announced that Emmy Award-winning Univision anchor Ilia Calderón will join Fox Business anchor Stuart Varney and Fox News anchor Dana Perino as a moderator for the second Republican presidential debate on September 27th. Fox News Media president Jay Wallace expressed his pride in the selection of Varney and Perino to co-moderate the debate, hoping to ensure that all voices are heard. The debate will be broadcast live on Fox Business Network and Fox News Channel, as well as streamed on Fox News Digital and Fox Business Digital platforms.