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By KAREN MATTHEWS, MICHAEL HILL, JULIE WATSON and CHRISTOPHER L. KELLER (Associated Press) NEW YORK (AP) — Police ordered pro-Palestinian protesters to abandon a tent encampment at New York University early Friday, following weeks of demonstrations and police crackdowns at college campuses nationwide that have resulted in more than 2,300 arrests. About a dozen protesters who refused police orders to leave were arrested and about 30 more left voluntarily, according to NYU spokesperson John Beckman. The school asked the New York Police Department to intervene “to minimize the likelihood of injury” and disruption, Beckman said. Classes will proceed as scheduled on Friday, he said. A larger NYU encampment was dismantled on April 22, when more than 130 protesters were arrested. Tent encampments of protesters calling on universities to stop doing business with Israel or companies they say support the war in Gaza have spread across U.S. campuses in a student movement unlike any other this century. Israel has branded the protests antisemitic, while Israel’s critics say it uses those allegations to silence opposition. Although some protesters have been caught on camera making antisemitic remarks or

The woman — identified by the Brussels Times as Annie De Poortere — disappeared on November 12, 1994.

Microsoft users can now use biometric passkeys, like a thumbprint or Face ID, to sign into Microsoft 365, Copilot. Jon Fingas, senior editor at Techopedia, has more.

There are several reasons to purchase long-term care insurance at 65. Here’s why experts say you should apply now.

WEATHER ALERT Winter Weather Advisory WATCH LIVE Welcome, Manage MyDisney Account Log Out By Cameron Covell and Brian Sung Friday, May 3, 2024 3:10PM May the 4th is everyone’s favorite holiday from a galaxy far, far away. Celebrate Star Wars day with these awesome new toys, collectibles and games. As a participant in multiple affiliate marketing programs, Localish will earn a commission for certain purchases. See full disclaimer below* May the 4th is an annual holiday where Star Wars fans unite to celebrate their favorite galaxy far, far away. It’s the perfect time for fans to watch their favorite shows and movies on Disney+ and also to gear up with all-new product launches like the Darth Vader Light-up Water Bottle, new books and other collectibles. Join the Unboxing Boys as they adventure through a box of goodies that Star Wars fans of all ages will enjoy. Visit StarWars.com to get updated info on deals and new announcements and shop some exciting items featured in the video below. May the 4th be with you! — Darth Vader LIGHTSABER Hilt Light-Up Water Bottle Joffrey’s Coffee – STAR

WASHINGTON — The nation’s employers pulled back on their hiring in April but still added a decent 175,000 jobs in a sign that persistently high interest rates may be starting to slow the robust U.S. job market. Friday’s government report showed that last month’s hiring gain was down sharply from the blockbuster increase of 315,000 in March. And it was well below the 233,000 gain that economists had predicted for April. Yet the moderation in the pace of hiring, along with a slowdown last month in wage growth, will likely be welcomed by the Federal Reserve, which has kept interest rates at a two-decade high to fight persistently elevated inflation. Hourly wages rose a less-than-expected 0.2% from March and 3.9% from a year earlier, the smallest annual gain since June 2021. The Fed has been delaying any consideration of interest rate cuts until it gains more confidence that inflation is steadily slowing toward its target. Fed rate cuts would, over time, reduce the cost of mortgages, auto loans and other consumer and business borrowing. Stock futures jumped Friday after the jobs report was released on

AURORA, Ill. — Illinois’ first rug tufting workshop is in Chicago’s west suburbs. Tuft A Rug, in Aurora, is the latest attraction at Fox Valley Mall. It lets customers dive into the colorful world of rug tufting, offering endless design options to create a masterpiece. Participants are guided through each step of the process. As described, it’s like coloring in a coloring book, but with a thrill. An AK-1 pile machine acts as your ultimate tool, much like a crayon. “It’s basically like a handheld sewing machine,” said Keaton Wade, the founder. “At first people walk in, like, ‘woah, this is scary’ because of the machine, and then they start doing it, and they’re like, ‘oh wow.'” During the process, you become fully absorbed in the design. “It’s very therapeutic,” Wade said. “It takes a little time. So you just start to get very creative, picking out your design and making sure everything is perfect.” The workshop can last anywhere from one to six hours, and costs between $40 to $150, depending on the rug’s size. “They range anywhere from our smallest size, the mini

CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) — The Friday Night Farmers Market in Old Town Clovis is back! It kicks off its 2024 season on May 3 and will run through October 25th. The market is located in the heart of Old Town Clovis on Pollasky between 3rd and 5th street. Local country artist, John Pemberton will be performing Friday night. It all starts at 5:30 pm and ends at 8:30 pm. For more information call 559-298-5774 or visit their website. For news updates, follow Amanda Aguilar on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Copyright © 2024 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.

NEW YORK — The prosecution’s star witness has yet to take the stand in Donald Trump’s hush money trial. But jurors are already hearing Michael Cohen’s words as prosecutors work to directly tie Trump to payments to silence women with damaging claims about him before the 2016 election. The second week of testimony in the case will wrap up Friday after jurors heard a potentially crucial piece of evidence: a recording of Trump and Cohen, then his attorney, discussing a plan to pay off an ex-Playboy model who claimed to have an affair with Trump. The former president denies the affair. A former close adviser to Trump, Hope Hicks, could testify as soon as Friday, two people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press. Hicks served as Trump’s 2016 campaign press secretary and spoke with him by phone during a frenzied effort to keep his alleged affairs out of the press in the final weeks before the election. The two people who described Hicks’ forthcoming appearance insisted on anonymity to discuss internal trial preparations. RELATED: Who are the key players in Donald Trump’s Manhattan

Game 6 is on tonight for the Cavaliers vs. Magic NBA Playoffs series. Find out how to watch tonight’s big game.

The classic kids’ game show “Double Dare” premiered in 1986, and was a massive success for Nickelodeon, which became one of the biggest cable channels of the 1990s. Behind much of that success was TV host Marc Summers. He’s enjoyed a long career in front of and behind the camera, hosting and producing shows for Nick, Food Network and others. “CBS Mornings” met with the 72-year-old on the set of his new one-man play in New York City, called “The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers.”

As protests continue to sweep across the nation, leading to more than 2,000 arrests, reporter Lilia Luciano explores how the language used in campus demonstrations is fueling strife and complicating the dynamics of these movements.

President Biden spoke Thursday about the protests against the war in Gaza on college campuses across the country, condemning the violence. When asked if the protests would lead to changes in U.S. policy toward Israel, Biden said they would not. He also said the National Guard should not be sent to the protests.

Job site Indeed identified the top 10 most sought-after job candidates by employers and recruiters. Here’s what they found.

If California’s population is well off its peak, and developers keep on building housing, why does the cost of living in the Golden State remain lofty? My trusty spreadsheet looked at fresh demographic figures from the state Department of Finance to find any hints of solving this housing riddle. Start with the basics: California had 38.2 million residents living in households last year – that’s down 375,800 since 2020, or a 0.9% loss. In the same timeframe, California’s housing stock grew to 14.8 million residences – a 432,700 improvement since 2020, or 3% growth. How did that translate to folks seeking homeownership or an apartment? Well, the median-priced California home got 25% more expensive since 2020, according to the California Association of Realtors. Meanwhile, typical rents in 12 Golden State metropolitan areas averaged 24% hikes, says Zillow data. So, seemingly favorable demographic trends for more affordable living didn’t create any California housing bargains. It seems other economic influences were busy boosting housing expenses. Cheap mortgages were followed by expensive ones. Investors hungry for yields kept housing demand high. And developers remained thirsty for luxury living.

As a concerned citizen, I am compelled to address the pressing issues affecting our community. Red Bluff is currently facing significant challenges, including a growing homelessness crisis, deteriorating street conditions, and a lack of economic development. These problems are exacerbated by poor decision-making and a perceived “good old boy” mentality within the city council. As our city continues to grow, it is essential that we prioritize sustainable development and create an environment conducive to business growth. Unfortunately, the current administration has failed to promote Red Bluff as a viable option for entrepreneurs and investors. This oversight has resulted in stagnation and frustration among residents, who are eager for positive change. Furthermore, the proposed closure of the city river park is a short-sighted decision that would only serve further to diminish the quality of life for Red Bluff residents. This beloved community space provides a vital hub for recreation, relaxation, and social connection. In light of these concerns, I urge the city council to take immediate action to address these pressing issues. This includes: 1. Developing a comprehensive plan to address homelessness and street conditions. 2.

I love to watch television shows about home remodeling. They give me confidence that I could really remodel a kitchen, build a shed, or even install new windows all by myself. Usually, the feeling passes quickly, but I find myself feeling comfortable around power tools, and I do enjoy a good home improvement store. Recently, the host of one of the more extreme house “rescue” shows said something so profound that I wrote it down so I wouldn’t forget how he phrased it. There he was on the roof of a house, totally exasperated by one problem after another created by previous homeowners or contractors, problems he would have to rectify before the job could move forward. None of these problems were serious on their own, but they piled one on top of the other. This job was in danger of going way over budget. He said, “Lots of minor things become major problems.” I got to thinking about how that simple truth applies to other areas of life, not just home remodels and repairs. Take knitting, which I do as often as time permits.

As the June 15 constitutional deadline for enacting a 2024-25 state budget approaches, the good news for Gov. Gavin Newsom is that all-important income tax revenues in April slightly exceeded the administration’s $16.3 billion assumption. Even so, the bad news is that overall revenues from income, sales and corporate taxes are still running $6 billion behind what Newsom’s January budget projected for the current fiscal year, meaning that cumulative deficit will be substantially more than the $38 billion Newsom’s proposed budget assumed. But how much more? The Legislature’s budget analyst, Gabe Petek, has estimated that the cumulative deficit for the three-year “budget window” – 2022-23, 2023-24 and 2024-25 – to be $73 billion, largely due to his more pessimistic revenue calculations. Newsom’s January budget assumes that revenues are running $44 billion under last year’s budget projections during the three-year window, while Petek raises that estimate to $68 billion. With revenue shortfalls driving the state’s deficit number – whatever it might be – everyone involved in the annual budget process was closely monitoring what April 15’s income tax filing deadline would produce. Newsom even indefinitely postponed

Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their American friend have not been seen since April 27.

A lawsuit says if emergency responders had known about widespread cellphone outages during the deadly Maui wildfires, they would’ve used other methods to warn about the disaster.

Sidechat, an anonymous messaging app, has been used by students to share opinions and updates, but university administrators say it has also fueled hateful rhetoric.