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Court ruling will keep abortion question on ballot in South Dakota
A state court judge's ruling Monday keeps an abortion-rights question on the November ballot in South Dakota.Judge John Pekas dismissed a lawsuit filed by an anti-abortion group, Life Defense Fund, that sought to have the question removed even though supporters turned in more than enough valid signatures to put it on the ballot."They have thrown everything they could dream up to stop the people of South Dakota from voting on this matter," Adam Weiland, co-founder of Dakotans for Health, said in a statement after the ruling. "This is another failed effort by a small group opposed to giving women the...
Save $200 on an unlocked Google Pixel 8 during Amazon Prime Day
Prime Day 2024 is here, and that means it's time to save some serious cash across dozens of categories. That includes big ticket items like a new smartphone. You can find all manner of deals during this two-day event, from stick vacuums to TVs to laptops and more. So if you're sick and tired of that old phone cramping your style, you can upgrade for a great price right now. As part of the first day of this massive two-day sale, you can save $200 on an unlocked Google Pixel 8 smartphone in the Hazel colorway at Amazon. You can use this phone...
Sen. Bob Menendez convicted in bribery trial
Sen. Bob Menendez, a powerful New Jersey Democrat, was convicted Tuesday in a sprawling bribery scheme in which he was accused of selling out his office for lucrative bribes, including cash and gold bars. A federal jury convicted Menendez on all 16 felony counts after prosecutors portrayed him as the puppet-master of a complex bribery scheme that involved two foreign governments and three New Jersey businessmen.The verdict marks a remarkable downfall for the longtime senator who sat atop the powerful Senate Foreign Relations Committee and beat separate bribery charges in 2017. It has prompted renewed calls for his resignation, including from...
This super-hot steam cleaner is 41% off for Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is in full swing, and so far, the deals are pretty impressive. One of our favorite home deals so far is this discount on the PurSteam 10-in-1 steam mop, which happens to be one of our favorite steam cleaners. Steam cleaners are popular for the way they clean and sanitize countertops, upholstery and more -- without the use of cleaning solutions. The PurSteam 10-in-1 steam mop has been on sale on and off leading up to Prime Day, so we've got a feeling that it may go back to full price for good once the sales event...
Ingrid Andress going to rehab after widely criticized National Anthem
Singer Ingrid Andress sang the anthem ahead of the MLB Home Run Derby on Monday in a performance that received backlash on social media. After being criticized online, the Grammy-nominated artist admitted in a statement on social media Tuesday that she was drunk during the performance and is checking into a rehab facility to get the help she needs. Andress, a 32-year-old country singer whose singles "Wishful Drinking" and "More Hearts Than Mine" charted on the Billboard 100, was being compared with Fergie after what some called a botched anthem. In 2018, the former Black Eyed Peas singer's rendition of the anthem ahead...
Man drowns in Lake Marion after falling off inflatable device; another rescued
LAKEVILLE, Minn. — One man drowned and another was rescued from the water in a southern Twin Cities suburb over the weekend, authorities said.The Dakota County Sheriff's Office said its deptuies, along with the Lakeville police and fire departments, responded to Lake Marion at Antlers Park around 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Witnesses reported a potential drowning after seeing a wave from a nearby boat knock two men off an inflatable device.A bystander jumped into the water and saved a 19-year-old man, the sheriff's office said, but the other man went underwater and did not resurface.Around 8 p.m., a dive team found that man dead, 40 yards offshore in 8 feet of water. The sheriff's office identified him as 26-year-old Reynaldo Antonio Patishtan Hernandez of Northfield."We thank and commend the bystander for his heroic, lifesaving efforts of the 19-year-old and extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Mr. Patishtan Hernandez," the sheriff's office said.
The 5 best Kindle e-reader deals you can get after Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day 2024 may officially be over, but some of Amazon's best Kindle e-readers are still on sale. Whether you're looking to get some more reading in or you want to update your current model, you'll find some generous savings on Amazon's proprietary devices, from the basic Kindle to the feature-rich Kindle Scribe. You'll just have to opt for bundle deals instead – most of the single product deals have disappeared, but there are still savings to be had when you bundle a Kindle with accessories to save. Kindle e-readers boast legible Paperwhite or e-ink displays, which means you can see the screen in any...
Do Prime Day deals change each day? What to know before Day 1 ends
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is officially in its second day, and we are loving the impressive deals we've seen thus far. Shoppers who are currently perusing the sale might be wondering: Do Prime Day deals change each day? Or are Prime Deals the same both days? After spending years covering Prime Day, the shopping experts at CBS Essentials can definitively say that prices are subject to change during the sales event. Read on to learn everything we know about Prime Day price changes, so you can make the most informed decision about your purchase, before you click "buy."Do Prime Day deals change...
Man shot inside home with children present in Minneapolis' Prospect Park neighborhood
MINNEAPOLIS — A man was shot multiple times inside a home in Minneapolis' Prospect Park neighborhood Tuesday morning, police said.The shooting happened on the 2800 block of Delaware Street Southeast around 6:45 a.m., according to the Minneapolis Police Department.Responding officers found a man with multiple gunshot wounds inside a home. He was taken to Hennepin Healthcare, but police gave no word on his condition.One person was arrested in connection with the shooting.Police said the suspect and victim knew each other. There were also two adult women and three children younger than 11 in the home when the shooting occurred.Monday night in south Minneapolis, in an unconnected shooting, one person was killed and five others were injured.Local Domestic Violence ResourcesWomen's Advocateswadvocates.orgCrisis Line: (651) 227-8284St. Paul & Ramsey County Domestic Abuse Intervention Projectstpaulintervention.orgCrisis Line: (651) 645-2824Minnesota Day Onedayoneservices.orgCrisis Line: 1-866-223-1111Esperanza Unitedesperanzaunited.orgBilingual crisis line: (651) 772-1611.For anonymous, confidential help, people can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224.
Abbott Northwestern named best Twin Cities hospital by U.S. News and World Report
MINNEAPOLIS — Allina Health's Abbott Northwestern Hospital has been named the best in the Twin Cities in a new ranking by U.S. News and World Report.The list ranks hospitals based on several specialties. Abbott Northwestern was nationally ranked in rehabilitation — 47th out of 4,855 hospitals. "To be nationally ranked in a specialty, a hospital must excel in caring for the sickest, most medically complex patients," U.S. News and World Report said.The south Minneapolis hospital was rated as "high performing" in cardiology, heart and vascular surgery; geriatrics; neurology and neurosurgery; orthopedics; and pulmonology and lung surgery.Rounding out the top five hospitals...
The 7 Yeti Prime Day deals that are still on Amazon for Day 2
At CBS Essentials, we're huge fans of the Yeti brand. The company offers unique and durable drink ware, tumblers and coolers, plus other specialty items, like a portable French press coffee maker and stylish dog bowls. And we're happy to report that Day 2 of Amazon Prime Day 2024 still has plenty of Yeti deals.Prime Day may be in its final hours, but we're still tracking down all the best Prime Day discounts, including the best lightning deals and rival sales during Prime Day 2024. Whether you're trying to find the best Prime Day deals on tech, Prime Day sales on beauty and fashion finds or Prime Day deals on health...
Sonos Prime Day 2024 deals to shop on Amazon today
Fans of Sonos audio equipment have something to get excited about. During Amazon Prime Day 2024, prices for some of the company's bestselling products have been cut, making what is normally high-priced equipment more affordable. Whether you're looking to add a soundbar and subwoofer to your TV, buy a portable speaker you can take with you when on the go, or you want to upgrade the speakers throughout your home, we've discovered some of the best deals on Sonos speakers -- and they're available right now from Amazon.The is a premium audio brand, so discounted prices are a big deal....
Minneapolis park workers to picket at Bde Maka Ska as strike enters 13th day
MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis parks and rec workers are back at the bargaining table Tuesday morning as the strike enters its 13th day.Following more negotiations, workers plan to hold a "Picket at the Park" at Pimento on the Lake on East Bde Maka Ska Parkway from noon until 3 p.m. Then they'll hold a news conference and rally at 4 p.m. On Monday, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board met with striking workers to resume contract negotiations. The park board has said it presented its last, best and final offer. It includes a 10.25% wage increase over three years, plus two market...
11 Amazon Prime Day board game deals for 2024
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is here, and with it a slew of board game deals that you won't want to miss. Whether you're a seasoned player or just dipping your toes into the world of tabletop gaming, now's the perfect time to expand your collection or bring home some new favorites. Whether you're looking for party games to liven up your gatherings, cooperative adventures to tackle with friends, or brain-teasing puzzles to challenge your mind, there's something for every type of player during Prime Day 2024. To help you navigate the selection of discounted board games, we've gathered some of the...
These Prime Day 2024 espresso machine deals are still piping hot
If you're taking advantage of the major price-slashing going on at Amazon for Prime Day, don't skip the espresso machines.No longer will you need to drop your hard earned cash at Starbucks to get a top-quality espresso. For Amazon Prime Day 2024, there's deeply discounted pricing on some of the most popular coffee and espresso machines from brands like Lavazza, Breville, Philips, KitchenAid, Mr. Coffee and De'Longhi. Best espresso machine deals available right now on AmazonSince a typical espresso offers more caffeine per ounce than traditional coffee, as well as a richer flavor, some people prefer espressos. And for that, you can purchase...
10 best smartphone deals you can still shop for Prime Day
We're officially in the thick of Amazon Prime Day 2024. It's the final day of the massive sale, but there are still so many discounts on offer it might be hard to keep track. If you're in the market for a new smartphone, now's the time to lock in a purchase before shoppers scoop up the best of the best. With prices slashed on preorders like the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and huge savings on favorites like the Google Pixel 8 Pro, it's easy to find a device that works for you without digging too deep in your pockets. Not...
Amazon's best gaming deals for Prime Day 2024
Amazon Prime Day is here once more, and with it come some of the biggest gaming deals of the year. If you're looking for, say, a new video game to sink your teeth into, or even a new monitor to see all your faves in action on, now's the time to make these purchases.There's a little something for every gamer (and Prime member) on sale during Prime Day 2024, so it's wise to grab everything you think you might need while the event is live. There's a wide range of goodies on sale right now, with Prime Day gaming deals...
The best Amazon Alexa smart home deals during Prime Day 2024
Is your house a smart home? It can be with Amazon Alexa devices. They come in a range of different form factors and offer tons of features ranging from voice-controlled assistance and home automation to high quality audio and entertainment. Amazon Prime Day 2024 is here, which means now's the perfect time to snag some deals on both new and old.Whether you're looking for a smart speaker to fill your room with immersive sound or a smart display to keep you connected and entertained, Amazon has plenty of Alexa products ready to place inside your home - all at great discounts....
How long does Prime Day last? Shop post-Prime Day deals still available now
The biggest shopping event of the year for deals has officially come to a close. Now that Prime Day is over, many of the top deals have also evaporated. It's a limited time event, of course, so that's to be expected. But there are still plenty of deals to be found on some of your favorite pieces of Apple tech, robot vacuums, bestselling TVs and more.But when exactly did Prime Day come to an end? There isn't a global answer for everyone, as it depends on the time zone you live in. Read on below to find out how long Amazon Prime Day 2024...
Amazon just extended these robot vacuum Prime Day deals
Summer is in full bloom. Sadly, so is all the dust and dirt that comes with doors and windows left open to enjoy a lovely summer breeze. With summer fun comes extra dust, sand and dirt tracked in from the yard or day trips to the beach. A robotic vacuum and mop combo can save you the time and effort that goes into keeping floors clean through dusty summer months, and the tracked-in snow, sleet and rain that winter brings. It's a good thing that there are still some major discounts on the best robot vacuums post-Prime Day, with some...
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