Forecasts warn of possible winter storms across US during Thanksgiving week
WINDSOR, Calif. (AP) — Forecasters through the U.S. issued warnings that another round of winter weather could complicate travel leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday, while California and Washington...
View ArticleHere's what to know about the new funding deal that countries agreed to at UN...
BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) — In the wee hours Sunday at the United Nations climate talks, countries from around the world reached an agreement on how rich countries can cough up the funds to support poor...
View ArticleJapan holds Sado mines memorial despite South Korean boycott amid lingering...
SADO, Japan (AP) — Japanese officials on Sunday paid tribute to workers at the country's Sado Island Gold Mines but offered no apology over Japan’s brutal wartime use of Korean forced laborers,...
View ArticlePakistan partially stops mobile and internet services ahead of pro-Imran Khan...
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan on Sunday suspended mobile and internet services “in areas with security concerns” as supporters of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan geared up for a protest in the...
View ArticleIsraeli strike on Lebanese army center kills soldier, wounds 18 others
BEIRUT (AP) — An Israeli strike on a Lebanese army center on Sunday killed one soldier and wounded 18 others, the Lebanese military said. It was the latest in a series of Israeli strikes that have...
View ArticleSomalia says 24 people have died after 2 boats capsized in the Indian Ocean
MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — Twenty-four people died after two boats capsized off the Madagascar coast in the Indian Ocean, Somalia's government said Sunday. Somalia’s Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi...
View ArticleAn average of 140 women and girls were killed by a partner or relative per...
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The deadliest place for women is at home and 140 women and girls on average were killed by an intimate partner or family member per day last year, two U.N. agencies reported...
View ArticleThousands of Imran Khan supporters defy tear gas, lockdown and arrest to head...
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Thousands of supporters of Pakistan's imprisoned former premier Imran Khan have defied a lockdown and widespread arrests to head to the capital Monday to demand his release. Khan, who...
View Article‘Busiest Thanksgiving ever’: How the TSA plans to handle record air travel
DALLAS (AP) — Just as there are good odds the turkey will taste dry, airports and highways are expected to be jam-packed during Thanksgiving week, a holiday period likely to end in another record day...
View ArticleMiddle East latest: Israeli ambassador to US says Hezbollah cease-fire deal...
The Israeli ambassador to Washington says that a cease-fire deal to end fighting between Israel and the Lebanon-based Hezbollah could be reached “within days.” Ambassador Mike Herzog told Israeli Army...
View ArticleGJ Psychiatry opens new practice, hosting holiday turkey giveaway
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — On Monday, Dr. Ergi Gumusaneli joined WesternSlopeNow to talk about Grand Junction Psychiatry opening a brand new practice. Dr. Gumusaneli discussed how the new space...
View ArticleWhat diversity does — and doesn't — look like in Trump's Cabinet
WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump's incoming administration is set to be less diverse than President Joe Biden's administration, but several people of color and women appear likely to...
View ArticleSuspect arrested after vehicle pursuit on I70
MESA COUNTY, Colo. (KREX) - A suspect was arrested Monday morning after he fled from Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers attempting to arrest him on an outstanding warrant. Around 9:15 a.m., the man...
View ArticleNPS announces fee increases for 2 recreation areas
MONTROSE COUNTY, Colo. (KREX) - The National Park Service announced Monday that new permit and fee increases will begin January 2025 at two area parks. Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park will...
View ArticleOver 18,000 register to run for Supreme Court seats and federal judges in...
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Over 18,000 people have registered online to run for Supreme Court seats and federal judgeships in Mexico's contentious new selection process, officials said Monday. But a random...
View ArticleAuto industry's shift toward EVs is expected to go on despite Trump threat to...
DETROIT (AP) — If President-elect Donald Trump makes good on his threat to kill federal tax credits for electric vehicle purchases, it's likely that fewer buyers will choose EVs. Yet tax credits or...
View ArticleHong Kong's top court rules in favor of equal inheritance and housing...
HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong’s top court on Tuesday upheld earlier rulings that favored subsidized housing benefits and equal inheritance rights for same-sex married couples, in a landmark victory for...
View ArticleCSP plans surge operation day before Thanksgiving
MESA COUNTY, Colo. (KREX) - Colorado State Patrol hopes an upcoming surge operation will deter any "turkeys" from causing a serious collision this holiday season. On Wednesday, CSP will conduct a...
View ArticleUte Water board approves rate minimum increase
MESA COUNTY, Colo. (KREX) - Some residents will see an increase in their water bill starting as soon as next month. Ute Water Conservancy District's Board of Directors recently approved a $1 increase...
View ArticleThanksgiving travel is cranking up. Will the weather cooperate?
The Thanksgiving holiday rush neared its full stride at U.S. airports Tuesday, putting travelers' patience to the test. The Transportation Security Administration expected to screen more than 2.8...
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