US news summaries — Page 2
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US will reclassify some flight disruptions from Oct. 19, potentially affecting compensation
From Oct. 19, the US Department of Transportation will classify some flight delays and cancellations differently. The change could make compensation harder to obtain; the department expects it to reduce the value of airline-provided amenities and compensation. -
UW–Madison professor rethinks writing assignments after flagging 60 suspected AI essays
UW–Madison professor Timothy Paustian says hidden prompts and newer detectors helped flag 60 suspected AI essays in one assignment for his 350-student online microbiology course; 59 students admitted using AI. He is reconsidering writing assignments. -
Campus paper reports names of two Ole Miss students found dead
The Daily Mississippian reported that the two University of Mississippi students found dead this week were Aidan Hamilton, 18, and Robert Strang, 20. One was found at Stewart Hall Monday and the other at an off-campus residence; the causes remain under investigation. -
Computer science grads turn to AI skills as entry-level hiring slows
Computer science graduates face a tougher entry-level market as software job postings fall and employers seek people able to manage AI tools. Tulane graduate Jack Zemke found work at an engineering firm after presenting an AI project, then joined an AI startup this summer. -
Study: Healthier US packaged-food sales could delay 150,000 diet-related deaths
A study by Access to Nutrition Initiative and ShareAction estimates US packaged food and beverage makers could delay around 150,000 diet-related deaths in a year by shifting sales toward healthier products already on the market. It analyzed nearly 10,000 products from 24 firms. -
Gaza residents doubt Israel’s election will improve their lives
Israel’s Oct. 27 election will shape Gaza policy, but displaced Palestinians in Gaza expect little improvement and fear renewed escalation. An expert says an opposition-led government could respond more to international pressure, but would face far-right pressure. -
US screwworm count reaches 50, with 48 cases in Texas
The U.S. has 50 reported New World screwworm cases: 48 in Texas and two in New Mexico; the newest involved a horse in Grant County. Officials say northward spread has slowed. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins warned, “We’re not out of the woods yet.” -
IDF probe finds Paga Outpost troops unprepared for Oct. 7 attack
An IDF probe found the army failed to defend Paga Outpost on Oct. 7, 2023; troops lacked drills for a surprise Gaza attack. Twenty-two soldiers were killed, 18 were wounded and two were taken hostage and dragged to Gaza; terrorists also entered Kibbutz Be’eri. -
Judge's order keeps force as an option for Big U Henley's future court appearances
A federal judge authorized U.S. Marshals to use reasonable force and restraints to bring Eugene “Big U” Henley to court after he allegedly refused to leave his Los Angeles jail cell for a Sept. 17 hearing. The order bars action that could put him at medical risk. -
Menifee homebuyer relies on surplus-lines policy with $25,000 fire deductible
Alex Hwang could not get the standard coverage his lender required for a nearly $700,000 home in Menifee, California, so he relied on a surplus-lines policy with a $25,000 fire deductible. He told the Los Angeles Times he had never heard of the insurer. -
New vocational GCSEs may include construction from as early as 2029
The DfE says vocational GCSEs for pupils aged 14 and over could be introduced as early as September 2029, alongside standard GCSEs. Possible subjects include construction and creative media; pupils will still be expected to study English, maths and science. -
Fulton Sheen’s beatification is set amid questions over Gerard Guli’s assignments
The Diocese of Peoria says Fulton Sheen knew of abuse allegations against priest Gerard Guli but refused him an assignment; a 1968 newspaper report said Sheen announced Guli’s transfer to a Rochester church. Sheen is due to be beatified in St Louis Thursday. -
Experts link Middlesbrough’s crime problems to industrial decline
Middlesbrough’s crime problems drew national attention after a fatal A66 collision last month killed two officers and five young men they were pursuing. Later violence was linked to an alleged drug feud; experts point to deprivation and industrial decline. -
Joshua Gibbons goes public with suit over raid after filming speeding officer
Joshua Gibbons has made public a 2023 First Amendment suit alleging Kingsport police raided his home after he filmed and criticized a speeding officer. In June, Tennessee's appeals court overturned his disorderly-conduct conviction and dismissed the charge. -
Yemen’s president asks Trump for U.S. military support against Houthis
Yemeni President Rashad al-Alimi asked Donald Trump for U.S. military support against the Houthis in a call this week, Vice President Abdullah Al-Alimi Bawazir said. Yemen wants intelligence and security coordination and help strengthening its forces. -
NYC to require inspection attempts for each non-anonymous heat complaint from Oct. 1
From Oct. 1, NYC will handle each non-anonymous heat complaint separately; inspectors must attempt inspections at every apartment that files one. The old policy bundled complaints by building; City Limits reported in April that thousands were closed without investigation. -
Transform Cincy could close for six weeks without new funding before November grant renewal
Transform Cincy, a Cincinnati nonprofit serving LGBTQ+ youth, says it may close for six weeks if it cannot secure more funding before its city grant is renewed in November. The shutdown would pause its free wardrobe, support-group and community programs. -
McCants’ trial opens as jury weighs self-defense in Shake Shack killing
Antwoine McCants’ trial opened Sept. 23 over the June 2025 fatal shooting of Christopher Stallworth at a Shake Shack near the University of Cincinnati. He faces murder and felonious-assault charges; jurors must decide whether he acted in self-defense. -
About two-thirds of D.C. residents say federal job cuts affected their households, survey finds
A survey by Gallup and the Greater Washington Community Foundation found about two-thirds of D.C. residents said federal job cuts directly affected their household; 58% of $90,000-plus households reported an impact, versus 48% of lower-income households. -
Ben Crump schedules Thursday release of Nolan Wells’ cellphone forensic report
Attorney Ben Crump scheduled Thursday’s livestream release of Nolan Wells’ cellphone forensic report, days after a Mississippi grand jury declined to recommend charges in the 18-year-old’s death. His family wants an open inquiry and federal review. -
Brockovich urges residents to monitor AI data-center zoning plans
Erin Brockovich is urging residents to watch local zoning decisions as AI data-center proposals spread, warning that private meetings, nondisclosure agreements and rezoning can move projects forward before communities have a meaningful chance to weigh in. -
After Louisa Gag's death, Boston advocates tape an unauthorized bike lane
Cycling advocates marked an unauthorized bike lane with tape at Tremont and Parker streets in Boston, where transportation planner Louisa Gag was killed by a truck. The markings seek safer streets; Mayor Wu says the city will assess corridor safety and design. -
Aminata Seck to stay in ICE custody as removal proceedings continue, DHS says
Kentucky State basketball player Aminata Seck will remain in ICE custody pending removal proceedings, DHS says. The department says a judge issued a final removal order Sept. 8, 2025, after she missed a hearing. Her lawyer says Seck was detained because her student visa expired. -
U.S. plans up to $7 billion in loans for Argentina projects
The U.S. Export-Import Bank plans to make up to $7 billion available through 2027 for energy, mining and infrastructure projects in Argentina, helping companies there buy U.S. equipment and hire U.S. firms, the State Department said Wednesday. -
Matthew Ammel arrested over alleged damage exceeding $200,000 at Sinema’s Arizona home
Matthew Ammel, Kyrsten Sinema’s former bodyguard and alleged ex-boyfriend, was arrested Sept. 18 and faces a felony criminal-damage charge over alleged damage exceeding $200,000 at her Arizona home. Investigators say Ammel threw 22 paintings into her pool. -
Downtown LA raid reveals an alligator alongside nearly 94 pounds of fentanyl
Marvin Angelito and Susan Gonzalez were arrested Sept. 10 after investigators linked their Los Angeles apartment to suspected drug trafficking. Authorities say the raid found 93.9 pounds of fentanyl, other drugs, firearms and a small alligator. -
Kennedy Center's main building closure extended until Sept. 30
Kennedy Center executive director Matt Floca extended the main building’s closure to Sept. 30, citing documented hazards and corrosion on roof soffits that he said could endanger people exiting in an emergency. The safety review is ongoing, with closure reassessed weekly. -
Youlin Chen's wife wants Trump to seek his release at Xi summit
Chinese American seismologist Youlin Chen has been held in China since state security agents detained him at Beijing Capital International Airport on Nov. 5, 2024. His wife says she has had no word from him and hopes Trump will seek his release at this week's summit with Xi. -
Five students receive 2026 behavioral health scholarships from Cherokee Nation Foundation
Vivian Bunch, Tiphanie Deitz, Malley Knight, Holly McBride and Kimberly-Mae Stroman received 2026 Cherokee Nation Behavioral Health Scholarships to pursue degrees in the field. Recipients agree to work within the Nation for the scholarship’s duration or at least one year.
