July 14, 2025 2:02 pm
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — More than 20 Democratic-led states have sued President Donald Trump’s administration over billions of dollars in frozen funding for after-school and summer programs and other programs. Programs for more than 1 million students are at risk because of a Trump administration freeze on education grants. Congress set aside money for the programs at Boys & Girls Clubs, the YMCA and public schools to provide academic support, enrichment and child care. But Trump’s administration says it wants to make sure recipients’ programs align with the Republican president’s priorities. The lawsuit was filed Monday. Led by California, the lawsuit alleges withholding the money violates the Constitution and several federal laws.
July 14, 2025 10:30 am
BENTLEYVILLE, Pa. — Flames damaged a brand-new mobile home in Bentleyville on Sunday. Bentleyville Fire-Rescue said they were called to the 300 block of Beallsville Road at 2:23 p.m. for a reported fire. Flames and smoke were spreading on the roof of a mobile home. Firefighters said they believe the fire began after the structure was hit by lightning. No injuries were reported. The mobile home was brand new and no one had moved in yet. (PHOTO; Bentleyville Fire-Rescue)
July 14, 2025 9:41 am
FALL RIVER, Mass. (AP) — Authorities say nine people were killed in a fire at an assisted living facility in Fall River, Massachusetts, where people were hanging out of windows screaming for help. The fire broke out Sunday night at the Gabriel House facility, which houses about 70 residents. Firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke, flames, and occupants trapped inside. Many residents were rescued, but several were pronounced dead at the scene. Others were taken to hospitals with varying injuries. Five firefighters sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The fire was out by Monday morning. Officials say the cause is under investigation. The local fire chief called the incident a devastating tragedy for the community and affected families.
July 14, 2025 5:24 am
Two women were killed in a shooting at a Lexington, Kentucky, church in a shooting rampage that began after a state trooper was shot and wounded, authorities said. The suspect was also killed Sunday. In a news conference, Lexington Police Chief Lawrence Weathers says it began after the trooper pulled over a vehicle near the airport. After shooting the trooper, the suspect carjacked a vehicle and fled to the church where they began shooting at people there. The suspect was later killed by Lexington police.
July 14, 2025 5:23 am
KERRVILLE, Texas (AP) — Emergency crews temporarily suspended their search for victims of catastrophic flooding in central Texas. The halt comes with new warnings that additional rain would again cause waterways to surge. The search and recovery efforts were paused most of Sunday as thunderstorms with heavy rainfall swept through the area. Ingram Fire Department officials had ordered search crews to immediately evacuate the Guadalupe River corridor in Kerr County. Late Sunday afternoon, rescue efforts in western Kerr County were allowed to resume. Search-and-rescue teams have been looking for missing victims of the July 4 weekend flooding that killed at least 132 people and left more than 170 missing.
July 14, 2025 5:22 am
BRUSSELS (AP) — European trade ministers are meeting in Brussels after U.S. President Donald Trump announced 30% tariffs on the European Union. The tariffs against the EU, America’s largest trading partner, could disrupt economies and raise prices on goods like French cheese and German electronics. Brussels has delayed retaliatory tariffs, initially set for Monday, to allow time for negotiations until August 1. European leaders emphasize unity but are preparing countermeasures if talks fail. Meanwhile, the EU is strengthening ties with Asian and South American nations, seeking to diversify its economic partnerships amid ongoing tensions with the U.S.
July 14, 2025 5:19 am
PITTSBURGH — A Donora man has pleaded guilty to federal drug trafficking and firearm charges. Tre Robert Goins, 31, pleaded guilty on July 9 to possessing fentanyl and cocaine with the intent to distribute, as well as possessing a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon. The Department of Justice says Goins will head to trial in August on an additional charge of possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. The charges stem from a May 2024 incident when Goins fled a traffic stop initiated by the City of Duquesne Police Department. This led to a high-speed chase that ended in a crash, after which police recovered fentanyl, cocaine and a loaded gun from Goins’ vehicle. Investigators say the gun had been reported stolen. Goins will be sentenced in October. He faces a maximum sentence of up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $1 million. He will remain in custody in the meantime.
July 14, 2025 5:16 am
On Saturday, a heartfelt gathering took place as friends, family, and supporters came together to honor the life of Buffalo Township firefighter Corey Coperatore, whose tragic shooting death during a rally for President Donald Trump has left an indelible mark on the Butler community. This Sunday marks one year since the tragedy. Coperatore was not just a dedicated firefighter; he was a beloved husband and father who, according to officials, made the ultimate sacrifice while shielding his wife and two daughters from harm. The community chose to come together this weekend, not to dwell on their grief, but to celebrate the life of a man whose courage and dedication will never be forgotten. The day commenced with the “Corey Cruise,” a memorial event that included a nearly 50-mile motorcycle ride. The second part of the day was filled with warmth and encouragement, featuring a concert and a motivational speakers’ series, including mental health professionals who offered to help the community navigate the difficult emotions surrounding their loss. Organizers expressed their hope that this gathering would be the first of many more memorials to come in Butler County.
July 14, 2025 5:12 am
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Democrat Janelle Stelson is challenging Republican U.S. Rep. Scott Perry again after losing to him in 2024 by barely a percentage point in a right-leaning congressional district in Pennsylvania. She made her announcement Monday. Stelson is a one-time local TV anchor and personality. Perry’s campaign says Perry’s fundraising has been its strongest since he’s been in Congress, and that the issues that propelled President Donald Trump and Perry to victories in 2024 will still be relevant in 2026. With Washington completely controlled by Republicans, Democrats need to flip just three seats nationwide to retake the House majority and block Trump’s agenda.
July 14, 2025 5:07 am
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced he will run for New York City mayor as an independent candidate. Cuomo, who lost to progressive Democrat Zohran Mamdani in the June primary, says he aims to challenge Mamdani’s policies, calling them “slick slogans with no real solutions.” The general election is set for November. The current Mayor Eric Adams is also running as an independent, while Curtis Sliwa is set to represent the Republican Party. Critics of Mamdani’s progressive agenda worry that multiple candidates could split the anti-Mamdani vote, boosting his chances. This marks Cuomo’s latest comeback attempt after resigning as governor amid scandal.
