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CBS News hosting prime-time ‘town hall’ with Erika Kirk, widow of activist Charlie Kirk

by Associated Press December 5, 2025December 4, 2025

The Dec. 13 special will feature Erika Kirk answering questions about her husband’s assassination and her new role leading Turning Point USA.

A rainbow Pride flag waves in front of a neoclassical government building with tall columns and intricate stone carvings, symbolizing LGBTQ+ rights and visibility.

Police & Courts

Supreme Court rejects call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide

by Associated Press November 10, 2025November 10, 2025

The justices declined to hear an appeal from former Kentucky clerk Kim Davis, effectively upholding penalties against her and reaffirming the 2015 ruling that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.

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Politics & Government

The Latest: Trump says Israel and Hamas have agreed to the ‘first phase’ of his peace plan

by Associated Press October 9, 2025October 9, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners. Here’s the latest.

The U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C., with its dome and American flag, viewed from the front plaza under a cloudy sky.

Politics & Government

Here are some effects of a government shutdown if Congress, Trump don’t reach a deal

by Associated Press and Sarah Stierch September 30, 2025September 30, 2025

Here’s how a possible government shutdown could impact Mendocino County and beyond.

A State Fair Classic Corn Dogs box shows two corn dogs on the front, with nutrition details and a “Use By” date highlighted on the side panel.

Food & Drink

58M pounds of corn dogs and sausage-on-a-stick products recalled because wood pieces may be inside

by Associated Press September 28, 2025September 28, 2025

About 58 million pounds of corn dogs and other sausage-on-a-stick products are being recalled across the U.S. because wood pieces may be embedded in the batter.