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The top 10 most affordable college towns in the U.S.—nearly half are in Texas
Nearly half of the 10 most affordable college towns are located in Texas, per WalletHub's analysis. Cities in South Dakota, Ohio and Georgia also made the list.Business - CNBC - October 31 -
Young Thug Pleads Guilty in YSL Case Nearly a Year Into Trial
The star Atlanta rapper admitted to six counts, including participating in criminal street gang activity, ending his role in the longest trial in Georgia history.Top stories - The New York Times - October 31 -
Iraq's Parliament elects a new speaker to end a nearly yearlong vacuum
After a nearly yearlong vacuum, Iraq’s Parliament has elected a new speaker, selecting a prominent Sunni lawmaker who has a close relationship with IranWorld - ABC News - October 31 -
Russia sentences former US consulate worker to nearly 5 years in prison
A court in Russia’s far-eastern city of Vladivostok has convicted a former U.S. Consulate worker charged with cooperating with a foreign state and sentenced him to four years and 10 months in prisonWorld - ABC News - November 1 -
Scott Kingery traded after nearly a decade in Phillies organization
Nearly a decade after being drafted in the second round and 6½ years after signing one of the most unusual contract extensions in baseball history, Scott Kingery's time with the Phillies came to an ...Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 1 -
Voters will decide on nearly 150 ballot measures. Here are the ones to watch.
Voters across the country are set to decide on nearly 150 ballot measures next week that will shape the future of a wide variety of policy issues in their states.Top stories - NBC News - October 30 -
In Early Voting Period, Nearly 75 Million Have Cast Ballots
Nearly 75 million people have cast early ballots, making their voices heard amid worry about the process, the outcome and democracy itself.Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
How Nick Sirianni nearly turned a blowout win into a catastrophe
The Eagles made Sunday’s game against the Jaguars much harder than it had to be, and a handful of bizarre coaching decisions were the main reason.Sports - Yahoo Sports - 4 days ago -
The Paris Olympics displaced nearly 20,000 people, local associations say
A coalition of over 100 organizations has reported that nearly 20,000 individuals were displaced from informal housing in Paris and surrounding areas during preparations for the 2024 Summer OlympicsWorld - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Kroger to pay nearly $1.4 billion to settle opioid lawsuit claims
Supermarket chain Kroger has finalized a nearly $1.4 billion agreement to settle the majority of the claims made by states, counties and Native American tribes that accused the company of helping ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Nearly all of US states are facing droughts, an unprecedented number
More than 150 million people and 318m acres of crops are affected by droughts after summer of record heat. Every US state except Alaska and Kentucky is facing drought , an unprecedented number, ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Trump Media shares surge as Trump wins presidential election
Shares of former President Donald Trump's media company jumped as he won the contentious presidential election.Business - CNBC - 2 days ago -
Colorado is paying Deion Sanders nearly $30M. That's a major bargain
Coach Prime hasn't just turned the Buffaloes into a winning program. He's been big business for the school., including the "Flutie Effect."Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago -
Severe drought puts nearly half a million children at risk in Amazon – report
Warming climate has caused rivers used for transport to dry up, leaving children with little food, water or school access, says Unicef. Two years of severe drought in the Amazon rainforest have ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Nearly 70% of Gaza war dead are women and children, UN says
A UN agency verified victims from a six-month period and said it found international law violations.Top stories - BBC News - 8 hours ago -
Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya smashes world record by nearly 2 minutes at Chicago Marathon
Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya won the Chicago Marathon in 2:09:56 to break the world record by nearly two minutesSports - ABC News - October 13 -
‘Game of Thrones’ dragon-forged Iron Throne fetches nearly $1.5 million at auction
Fans and collectors came out in droves to bid on hundreds of costumes, props and items from the hit television series “Game of Thrones.”Entertainment - ABC News - October 13 -
Billionaire founder of Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers: One 'stupid' strategy nearly cost me my business
"My dream almost just went away," recalls Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers founder Todd Graves, after he made this financial mistake while getting started.Business - CNBC - October 12 -
U.S. crude oil prices fall more than 2% after OPEC cuts demand forecast again
Soft demand in China has weighed on the market for months.Business - CNBC - October 14 -
Trump Media shares fall nearly 10% after DJT plunge triggers trading halt
Trading in Trump Media shares was briefly halted due to volatility, after the Truth Social owner's stock suddenly plunged in price.Business - CNBC - October 15 -
Nearly 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat chicken products recalled over listeria risk
A recall of nearly 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and chicken products affects items sold at stores including Trader Joe’s, Wegmans, 7-Eleven and Kroger.Top stories - NBC News - October 15 -
Elon Musk has given nearly $75 million to his pro-Trump super PAC
Elon Musk has given nearly $75 million to America PAC, the super PAC that he created to support Donald Trump, according to a campaign finance filing.Top stories - NBC News - October 16 -
Kamala Harris back in Pennsylvania, Musk gives nearly $75 million to Trump PAC
Kamala Harris on Wednesday is making her 11th trip to Pennsylvania since entering the race for president after making a pitch to Black male voters Tuesday on "The Breakfast Club" radio show. ...Top stories - CBS News - October 16 -
Listeria recall expands to nearly 12 million pounds of meat, hits US schools
BrucePac has recalled additional products and production dates.Top stories - ABC News - October 16 -
Bulls' Lonzo Ball makes NBA return after missing nearly 3 years: 'It was a moment I'll never forget'
Ball looked like he hadn't missed a day after nearly three years away from the game due to a knee injurySports - CBS Sports - October 17 -
Nearly 2 in 5 cardholders have maxed out a credit card or come close, report finds
Higher prices and higher interest rates have caused many Americans to use more of their available credit. Gen X is particularly stretched.Business - CNBC - October 17 -
New Xbox Shooter Blindfire Takes Place Nearly Entirely In The Dark, Playable Today
A new round-based multiplayer FPS, Blindfire, was announced during Xbox's most recent Partner Preview , and though multiplayer shooters are a dime a dozen, this one comes with a unique twist that ...Tech - GameSpot - October 17 -
How one Minnesota college got nearly 90% voter turnout — and is pushing for more
St. Olaf College in Minnesota boasted an 87.6% voter turnout rate in 2020, taking home the top prize in the All In Campus Democracy Challenge. It's trying to beat its own record in 2024.Politics - NBC News - October 17 -
Nearly 9 million have cast ballots as early voting starts across the US
More than half of the country offers voters a chance to cast their ballot before Election Day on Nov. 5, but each state decides when to start.Top stories - ABC News - October 17 -
Video shows rescue of teen kayaker who was lost at sea nearly 12 hours
Newly released video from the U.S. Coast Guard shows the rescue of 17-year-old Kahiau Kawai, a kayaker who spent nearly 12 hours lost amid stormy seas. A volunteer lifeguard was key to his safe ...Top stories - CBS News - October 18 -
A failed mic leaves Donald Trump pacing the stage in silence for nearly 20 minutes
Donald Trump paced his rally stage in silence for nearly 20 minutes Friday night in Detroit after his microphone cut outTech - ABC News - October 18 -
Hyundai Motor India's shares drop 7% on trading debut after record IPO
Hyundai Motor India shares fell 7% on their trading debut Tuesday after a record $3.3 billion initial public offering.Business - CNBC - October 22 -
U.S. crude oil prices rise more than 2%, extend gains to above $72 per barrel
Traders increasingly view a supply disruption in the Middle East due to Israel-Iran tensions as unlikely.Business - CNBC - October 22 -
CBS and CBS Sports Network 2024-25 college basketball schedule features nearly 300 games
CBS and CBS Sports Network will feature expanded slate of Big Ten and Big 12 games this seasonSports - CBS Sports - October 22 -
Ohtani's historic 50-50 ball sells at auction for nearly $4.4M amid ongoing dispute over ownership
Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball has sold at auction for nearly $4.4 million, a record high price not just for a baseball, but for any ball in any sport.Top stories - CBS News - October 23