Patrick Murphy, of Denver, was charged with a hate crime and “criminal mischief” for breaking transgender Pride flags, police said. He pleaded not guilty.
Author: Claire Thornton, USA TODAY
Tropical Storm Franklin lashing Dominican Republic, Haiti; see storm’s projected path
Tropical Storm Franklin could dump as much as 10 inches of rain on the Dominican Republic and Haiti, forecasters say.
Those without homes ‘most at risk of dying’ from Hurricane Hilary in SoCal, advocates warn
Volunteer organizers in Los Angeles have been driving the streets, and giving tarps to people living in tents and other makeshift shelters.
3-year-old dies aboard migrant bus headed from Texas to Chicago
The child’s death is the first Texas has announced after Gov. Greg Abbott started busing thousands of migrants to cities including Chicago.
‘Burned down to ashes’: Why devastated Lahaina Town is such a cherished place on Maui
Before Hawaii became a U.S. territory in the late 1800s, Lahaina was the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii. The town is a beloved destination.
10,000 steps? No need. Researchers say this many steps a day can lower risk of death.
Researchers found 4,000 steps a day is a good cut off in order to lower a person’s mortality, including from heart disease.
Kai Cenat will face charges of inciting a riot after chaotic New York giveaway, NYPD says
NYC authorities say they will charge Kai Cenat with inciting a riot after thousands of people gathered in New York’s Union Square park Friday.
LA’s plan to solve homelessness has moved thousands off the streets. But is it working?
LA’s attempt to reduce street homelessness is the largest of many programs being rolled out across the country. Some advocates say it’s falling short.
Houston volunteer found not guilty for feeding the homeless. Now he’s suing the city.
The Catholic volunteer with the group Food Not Bombs says Houston’s law violates his right to freedom of expression and religion.
York wildfire still blazing, threatening Joshua trees in Mojave Desert
The wildfire, which started on private land within the Mojave National Preserve, quickly became California’s largest wildfire this season.