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Man shot outside CIA headquarters has died, FBI says

by Associated Press May 4, 2021

At least one FBI agent opened fire on the unidentified man Monday evening after he got out of his car with a weapon, the agency said.

Nation & World

Chauvin’s lawyer seeks new trial, impeachment of verdict

by AMY FORLITI Associated Press May 4, 2021May 4, 2021

The defense attorney for the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of killing George Floyd says the court abused its discretion on several points.

Nation & World

Bill and Melinda Gates divorce could shake up philanthropy

by HALELUYA HADERO and GLENN GAMBOA Associated Press May 4, 2021May 4, 2021

Their foundation, with an endowment of nearly $50 billion, donates about $5 billion annually to causes around the world.

Nation & World, Uncategorized

Netanyahu misses deadline to form coalition

by JOSEF FEDERMAN Associated Press May 4, 2021

Israel’s prime minister is charged with fraud, breach of trust and bribery in a series of scandals.

Nation & World, News, Politics

Liz Cheney could be ‘toast’ in fight with Trump over Republican Party’s future

by LISA MASCARO, ALAN FRAM and MEAD GRUVER Associated Press May 4, 2021May 4, 2021

Republican House leader Kevin McCarthy wants his party to stand with Donald Trump, despite Trump’s false claims that he won the election that he clearly lost, and McCarthy appears willing to turn against the party’s No. 3 leader.

Arts & Entertainment

Bruce Springsteen receives Woody Guthrie Prize

by Associated Press May 4, 2021May 4, 2021

Springsteen will be honored in a virtual ceremony May 13 as an artist carrying on the spirit of the folk singer whose music focused on the plight of the poor and disenfranchised.

Maine

Upgrading the Androscoggin River under a new bill sparks debate, pushback from businesses

by Steve Collins May 4, 2021May 4, 2021

The bill would upgrade some sections of the Androscoggin River to a Class B, adding additional water protections for what was once one of the most polluted rivers in America. Environmentalists and recreationalists support the idea. Businesses that use it as a way to get rid of waste do not.