Columbus, OH

CNN’s Fred Pleitgen reports on new video showing Russian attack gunship firing at Ukrainian forces from the air and what the Kremlin may be trying to show with this footage.

Video shows Russian attack gunship firing at Ukrainian forces from the air

Russia appears to have diverted several thousand troops from occupied territory inside Ukraine to counter a surprisingly successful Ukrainian offensive inside Russian borders in a move that potentially weakens Moscow’s war effort, two senior US officials told CNN.

Russia appears to have diverted several thousand troops from occupied Ukraine to counter Kursk offensive, US officials say

Kamala Harris is officially the Democratic presidential nominee, but Donald Trump is continuing to describe the vice president’s elevation to the top of her party’s ticket as “unconstitutional” and accusing her of taking part in a “coup.”

Trump’s continued attacks on Harris’ rise stir fears he could question election outcome if he loses in November

Maps and geolocated videos show how Ukrainian troops have advanced into Russia’s Kursk region over the past week. CNN’s Nathan Hodge explains what’s behind this new offensive.

Maps show where Ukrainian forces have entered Russia

Houston, TX

A woman in Houston reacted quickly when two people tried to take her backpack. CNN affiliate KTRK has the story.

Video captures woman tackle bag snatcher to the ground

A seasonal respiratory virus named parvovirus B19 – sometimes also called fifth disease – is increasing in activity, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned Tuesday.

Common respiratory virus that dwindled during the pandemic is on the rise, CDC warns, with higher risk for certain groups

Hurricane Ernesto has intensified to a Category 2 storm and is currently on track to hit Bermuda. The storm’s massive waves threaten dangerous rip currents this weekend along the East Coast of the United States. CNN meteorologist Derek Van Dam has more.

See the latest forecast for Hurricane Ernesto

Janell and Stu Clarke began their odyssey with dog Skyla almost 10 years ago. Now, the couple have returned home with three rescue dogs they picked up along the way.

This couple set off on a motorbike world tour with their beloved dog. Then tragedy struck

New York City, NY

A reputed Peruvian gang leader suspected in 23 killings in his home country was arrested Wednesday in New York by U.S. immigration authorities.

US arrests reputed Peruvian gang leader wanted for 23 killings in his home country

The otherworldly wreck of a British warship sat lost on the seabed for more than 100 years after it was sunk by a German U-boat off the coast of Scotland.

Wreck of torpedoed World War I warship found in ‘amazing’ condition

South Pasadena, CA

Following a happenstance case break, detectives in Southern California found the person responsible for an unsolved 1986 homicide of a 19-year-old woman – a serial killer already on death row, Los Angeles county sheriff’s officials said Tuesday.

California serial killer on death row confessed to 1986 cold case homicide, authorities say

It may be time to dust off the face masks and air purifiers.

The US is experiencing its largest summer Covid wave in at least two years

Denver, CO

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Migrants enrolled in the Denver Asylum Seekers Program won’t get cash benefits after all. The council amended a contract with Haven for Hope during the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee meeting Wednesday. Instead of Haven of Hope providing migrants with cash assistance on debit cards, it will instead provide “culturally appropriate” food.

Denver revokes cash assistance for migrants

Colorado State

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Save up to 30% on top styles from Reformation, including the Bibi Dress, Mason Pants and Fantino Cashmere Collared Cardigan, during the brand’s annual summer sale.

Reformation’s coveted end-of-summer sale has favorites for up to 30% off

Ocala, FL

A Florida jury will determine whether a 60-year-old White woman was justified when she fired through the door of her central Florida apartment a year ago, killing a Black mother during an ongoing dispute over neighborhood children.

Trial begins in case of White woman who fatally shot Black neighbor during dispute

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been issued a federal grand jury subpoena as part of an investigation into corruption and illegal campaign donations, according to two sources familiar with the matter.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams and others subpoenaed in long-standing federal probe

Nap earrings, which have a flat back, are the perfect poke-free jewelry that’s comfy enough to sleep in. We tapped fashion experts for their go-to picks.

Earrings poking you? Try these fashion expert-approved nap earrings you can sleep in

Hunter Biden asked for help from the US State Department as he sought to make a deal for a Ukrainian gas company in Italy while his father was vice president, The New York Times reported Tuesday, citing documents and interviews.

The New York Times: Hunter Biden asked State Department for help securing Burisma project in 2016

New Hampshire State

If you’re a parent, the conversation with the kids as you head out the door for a car ride probably starts like this: “Did you go to the bathroom?”

A mom with a license plate that reads ‘PB4WEGO’ wins a battle with the state to keep it

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Amid shelling and blackouts, this is how Ukrainian athletes have been preparing for the Olympics

The memory of Russia invading Ukraine on February 24, 2022, is lodged in Ukrainian Olympic diver Anna Pysmenska’s...

Amid shelling and blackouts, this is how Ukrainian athletes have been preparing for the Olympics

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