Nation’s largest farmworkers union will not take part in Cesar Chavez Day events after allegations surface

The nation’s largest labor group that represents thousands of farmworkers said on Tuesday it will not take part in any Cesar Chavez Day activities after allegations against the civil rights activist and union co-founder recently surfaced.
One person hospitalized and suspect shot after a shooting at a Georgia VA clinic, police say

Police in Georgia responded to a shooting Tuesday at a VA clinic, and at least one person was airlifted to the hospital
Kiki Shepard, ‘Showtime at the Apollo’ cohost, dies

Kiki Shepard, the co-host of the “Showtime at the Apollo” variety show, has died. She was 74.
Protect your home. These overlooked habits could spark a house fire
Cooking, heating, electrical and lighting equipment are the top causes of house fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Learn these simple steps to protect your home.
What to know about the resignation of Joe Kent as Trump’s counterterrorism chief

The Trump counterterrorism official who resigned Tuesday had been a staunch supporter of the president through his 2020 election defeat, the Jan. 6 riots and years of conservative media advocacy and failed congressional bids.
Mother gets justice after security guard found guilty of killing man at lounge

Ever since Rashid Little was killed, his mother says she has been leaning on her family to get through losing her only child.
Light snow on St. Patrick’s Day, record warmth to start spring

We’re flipping the switch on winter before the start of the spring. After a chance for light snow on St. Patrick’s Day, temperatures will soar toward the end of the week.
Omaha downtown hotel ownership appealing pool closure

The appeal will have a public hearing at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday at the legislative chambers at the civic center in downtown Omaha.
Potentially toxic ‘forever chemicals’ may harm kids during critical period for bone development

Study finds childhood PFAS exposure, especially PFOA, linked to lower adolescent bone mineral density and possible higher fracture and osteoporosis risk.
Bank of America settles claims over lawsuits by Jeffrey Epstein victims

Bank of America has tentatively settled a lawsuit claiming it ignored suspicious financial transactions involving Jeffrey Epstein