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Mexico: 8 People Hurt After Truck With Fireworks Exploded at Carnival Parade in Puebla

At least eight people in Mexico were injured after a truck with fireworks exploded during a spring carnival parade in Puebla state.

El Chapo Case: Sister-in-Law of One of Chicago's Flores Twins Tied to Sinaloa Cartel to Plead Guilty to Money Laundering

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

A sister-in-law of one of Chicago's Flores twins tied with Sinaloa Cartel boss Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman Loera is expected to plead guilty to money laundering.

Texas Tornado Caused Multiple Injuries, Damages

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Local fire and police department noted that the Texas Tornado has caused injuries, with multiple homes and businesses being damaged after it tore through Round Rock, Texas.

Autopsy of Driver in Car Wreck That Killed 9 Reveals Positive Results for Cocaine, PCP

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

A Clark County autopsy report Monday shows that Gary Robinson, the 59-year-old motorist in a North Las Vegas multi-vehicle wreck that killed him and eight other people, had cocaine and PCP in his system, as well as some alcohol.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Thanks Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis After Couple Fundraised Ukraine Aid

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude to Hollywood couple Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher after the two conducted fundraising for Ukraine aid.

Joe Biden Confirms Vladimir Putin Used 'Hypersonic' Missile; Warns U.S. Businesses of Cyberattack From Russia

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

President Joe Biden claims that Vladimir Putin used a hypersonic missile to attack Ukraine, and warns businesses in the U.S. of cyberattacks from Russia.

Obrador: Mexico Could See Economic Benefit From Russia-Ukraine War

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Mexico President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador noted on Monday that Mexico's economy will get an investment boost amid the Russia-Ukraine war.

California Couple Charged Over Shooting of Black Man; Prosecutors Claim the Two Have Racist Affiliations

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

A California couple was arrested and charged over the shooting of an unarmed Black man at a gas station, with prosecutors pursuing the case as a race-based hate crime.

Texas Wildfire Destroys 50 Homes, Prompting Evacuation as Severe Fire Continues

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

A Texas wildfire has destroyed 50 homes, with nearly 500 others evacuated in central Texas. One person was also killed as the wildfire burned more than 45,000 acres.

Former Argentina Player Federico Martin Aramburu Shot Dead in Paris

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Former Argentina player Federico Martin Aramburu was reportedly shot dead in Paris, France early Saturday.

Florida Woman Charged Over Death of 4-year-old After Her SUV Crashed in Daycare, Rearrested and Now Held Without Bail

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Florida woman, charged over the death of a child, Maleena Valdez, following an accident in daycare, was rearrested and held without bail.

Omicron Variant BA.2 Is Now the Dominant COVID-19 Variant Across the World, Causing Uptick in COVID-19 Cases

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Omicron variant BA.2 is now considered to be the most dominant COVID-19 variant, not just in the U.S., but also around the world, according to the World Health Organization.

Joe Biden Europe Trip: White House Says President Has 'No Plans' to Travel to Ukraine; Pres. Volodymyr Zelenskyy Warns Over Possible World War III If Peace Talks Fail

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

President Joe Biden will not visit Ukraine during his European trip next week, according to White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki.

Dr. Anthony Fauci Denies Retirement Rumors, Says Will Wait for U.S. To Be 'Really Out' of COVID Pandemic Before Leaving Post

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Dr. Anthony Fauci has denied the retirement rumors surrounding him, saying he wanted to see the U.S. out of the COVID pandemic first before leaving his post.

Stimulus Check Update: $400 Tax Rebate Proposed in California Amid Gas Price Hike

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

There is a call for a "gas stimulus check" in California to allow taxpayers to receive a $400 tax rebate check to help with the rising cost of daily needs.

Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Warns There Would Be 'Significant Reaction' If Russia Uses Chemical, Biological Weapon

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin issued a warning amid the Russia-Ukraine crisis, saying that if Russia were to deploy chemical or biological weapons, there would be a quick "significant reaction" from the U.S. and its global allies.

AAPI Victory Alliance Executive Director Varun Nikore Joins CBS News to Discuss the 1-Year Anniversary of Atlanta Spa Shootings

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

AAPI Victory Alliance Executive Director Varun Nikore has discussed the one-year anniversary of the Atlanta spa shootings during an interview with CBS News.

Senators Applaud SBA Administrator Guzman’s Decision to Extend Additional Deferment to Existing COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program Borrowers

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), announced a major policy change to the SBA's COVID economic relief portfolio to provide more flexibility to small business owners impacted by the pandemic.

AAPI Victory Fund Endorses Georgia Representative Bee Nguyen for Secretary of State

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The AAPI Victory Fund has announced their latest endorsement for the upcoming midterm elections: State Rep. Bee Nguyen for Georgia's Secretary of State.