
Nikola CEO is leaving the company after just 18 months
The president and chief executive of Nikola, the Arizona-based electric and hydrogen semi truck manufacturer, is leaving the company effective immediately, the company announced Friday.
1970-01-01 08:00

Judge narrows Trump-era Google antitrust case brought by states and the Justice Department
Google will not have to face allegations by dozens of states that the tech giant's design of its search results page has harmed rivals, such as Yelp or Expedia, a federal judge ruled in an opinion unsealed Friday, just weeks before the closely watched antitrust case is set to go to trial.
1970-01-01 08:00

Louisiana trooper acquitted of federal charge in beating of a Black man with a flashlight
A federal jury has acquitted Louisiana State Police Trooper Jacob Brown, who was charged with a single count of deprivation of rights under color of law, for the beating of a Black man with a flashlight during a 2019 traffic stop, according to Brown's attorney.
1970-01-01 08:00

Sheriff says he is 'ashamed' after five of his former deputies plead guilty to torture of two Black men
A Mississippi sheriff said he was "ashamed" and apologized after five of his former deputies pleaded guilty to charges related to the torture of two Black men.
1970-01-01 08:00

American executive with UK publisher of Harry Potter killed in boating accident on Italy's Amalfi coast
A tourist who was CEO of the American arm of the British publisher that launched Harry Potter in the UK was killed off Italy's Amalfi Coast after the "gommone" or motorboat she was riding on with her family collided with a sailing vessel rented for special events, according to the Prosecutor's office in Salerno, which is conducting the investigation into her death.
1970-01-01 08:00

Cardinals: 3 players who weren't traded at the deadline, but will be this offseason
The St. Louis Cardinals were active at the trade deadline, but still held onto some potential assets who were on the block. Could those same players be dealt this offseason?John Mozeliak and the Cardinals prioritized acquiring young pitching at the trade deadline, and did just that thanks to tra...
1970-01-01 08:00

Mark Margolis, 'Breaking Bad' and 'Better Call Saul' actor, dead at 83
Mark Margolis, a veteran actor known for his performances on "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," has died, his son, actor and Knitting Factory Entertainment CEO Morgan Margolis, told The Hollywood Reporter.
1970-01-01 08:00

Defense secretary issues new memo on how to reshuffle Pentagon leadership roles amid Tuberville blockade
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has issued guidance to the military workforce for the first time about how Pentagon leadership roles will likely need to be reshuffled as a result of Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville's hold on military confirmations.
1970-01-01 08:00

Saint for life: New Orleans ironman Cam Jordan re-ups with franchise
He’s been a force for a team that has been a playoff contender during most of his career. New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan has a new deal.There’s been no Super Bowl appearance or title since Sean Payton’s team surprised the Indianapolis Colts in South Florida in ...
1970-01-01 08:00

North Carolina congresswoman suffered broken bones in 'serious car accident'
Democratic Rep. Kathy Manning of North Carolina and a member of her staff were involved a "serious car accident" Thursday morning in Greensboro on their way to a district event, according to a statement issued by the congresswoman's office.
1970-01-01 08:00

Tina Knowles addresses Beyoncé's alleged Lizzo snub
Tina Knowles has appeared to refute the theory that her daughter Beyoncé dropped mentioning Lizzo on tour because of a lawsuit.
1970-01-01 08:00

Biden is putting his name on economic progress, but will voters just drive right by?
For Biden, taking credit for an improving economy — including the jobs and growth made possible by the trillion-dollar public works law — has become a political imperative, one that will help determine whether he is reelected to a second term.
1970-01-01 08:00