Supreme Court to hear case over obstruction law used to prosecute Trump

By Melissa Quinn April 16, 2024 / 9:02 AM EDT / CBS News Supreme Court arguments on Jan. 6 cases Supreme Court to hear obstruction law arguments in Trump, Jan. 6 rioter cases 05:05 Washington — The Supreme Court is set to weigh  the scope of a federal obstruction statute used to prosecute hundreds of people who breached the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 , in a legal battle that could have ramifications for the election interference case against former President Donald Trump. At the crux of the court fight  before the court Tuesday, known as Fischer v. U.S., is whether federal prosecutors can apply a law passed in the wake of the Enron scandal to the Jan. 6 assault. The measure makes it a crime to “corruptly” obstruct or impede an official proceeding, and defense attorneys argue that the Justice Department has stretched the statute too far. The first provision of the law prohibits altering, destroying, mutilating or concealing a document. Before the Jan. 6 attack, prosecutors had never used the statute in cases that did not involve evidence tampering. But since the unprecedented

Eye Opener: Former President Trump’s hush money trial continues

Eye Opener: Former President Trump’s hush money trial continues – CBS News Watch CBS News Former President Trump is back in court for his criminal trial over alleged hush money payments. Also, pro-Palestinian protests stop traffic in U.S. cities while Israel considers retaliation against Iran. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Jackie Robinson remembered for breaking baseball’s color barrier

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Major League Baseball marked the 77th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the sport’s color barrier on Monday. Robinson started at first base for the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947, beginning the end of the racial segregation that had relegated Black players to the Negro Leagues for decades. “Jackie Robinson became the most vilified, targeted subject of verbal abuse and malicious treatment in the sports arena since Jack Johnson had the audacity to become heavyweight champion of the world in 1908,” sociologist and civil rights activist Harry Edwards said at Dodger Stadium. “Like Jack Johnson, Jackie Robinson stood alone.” Los Angeles Dodgers and Washington Nationals team members arrive to celebrate Jackie Robinson Tribute Day before a baseball game at Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday, April 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes) Former New York Mets Mookie Wilson, left, presents Rachel Robinson with flowers in honor of Jackie Robinson Day before a baseball game between the Mets and the Pittsburgh Pirates Monday, April 15, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray) Ayo Robinson, the granddaughter of baseball great Jackie Robinson

Trump trial set to continue with second day of jury selection in New York

By Graham Kates, Katrina Kaufman, Stefan Becket April 16, 2024 / 7:46 AM EDT / CBS News How strong is the Trump “hush money” case? How strong is the Trump “hush money” case? 05:56 Jury selection in former President Donald Trump’s historic criminal trial in New York will continue for a second day on Tuesday, when the process of seating potential jurors resumes as the defendant looks on. The first batch of jurors were sworn in on Monday after pretrial arguments over evidence and rules for the proceedings. Roughly two thirds of the group of 96 New Yorkers were quickly dismissed, with most of them saying they wouldn’t be able to be fair and impartial in the trial. Others were excused for various other reasons, including their answers to a list of questions posed to each juror. The slow process of identifying suitable jurors is likely to last at least a week. More jurors will face questioning when the second day of proceedings kicks off at 9:30 a.m. Trump, the presumptive Republican nominee for president, is charged with 34 state felony counts of falsification of

Chilly day for a cook-off

RED BLUFF – The scent of comfort food filled the streets of historic downtown Saturday during the annual Chili Cook-off and Car Show. The Red Bluff Volunteer Fire Department booth took both the People’s Choice and Showmanship awards, according to Rotarian Jennifer Vise. “It was a good day to eat chili and it was a good turnout considering the weather,” Vise said. About 20 businesses participated in the event, which always takes place rain or shine. This year, it rained. Though most businesses represented were local, there were vendors from out of the area, as well. There were many first-time contenders at the Saturday event. Olivia Phillips said The Boot Barn in Anderson competed for its first time this year. She said it was “a lot of fun. I’m happy to be here.” Each booth had its own signature style. Tasting began at 11 a.m. and continued until 3 p.m. or until the pots ran dry. Tickets for the tastings sold for $8. Red Bluff Community Service Police Officer Priscilla Raglin said her “Code 3’ chili starts off strong and ends spicy.” The Red Bluff

Red Bluff City Council to talk street tax measure

RED BLUFF — The Red Bluff City Council Tuesday will discuss the second reading of an ordinance that would establish a local street-first transportation funding measure. The measure would be placed on the November election ballot as a special use tax if adopted. If passed by 66.67% of the voters, city staff anticipated the measure might generate up to 3.8 million in revenue dedicated only to improving local streets. The funds from this .075 percent tax would have a 25-year term and be explicitly used to maintain city streets, improve existing streets, and develop adjacent ADA improvements where required. As part of the measure’s requirements, an oversight committee would be created to ensure the funds are being used properly. This ordinance was drafted using a template from the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration. It was created with input from the City Attorney Sophia Meyer, City Engineer Robin Kampmann, Public Works Director Scott Miller and City ManagerTom Westbrook. Once the ordinance was drafted, it was sent to staff at the CDTFA, who reviewed and provided comments on the proposal. In other business The council

Tehama County Sheriff’s Office arrest duo for robbery

RED BLUFF — The Tehama County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man and woman Saturday morning for an alleged robbery. TCSO said a resident around 11:40 a.m. contacted its office and claimed to have been robbed while parked in his vehicle in Rancho Tehama. According to law enforcement, during the robbery, the man alleged that he was held at gunpoint and robbed of his belongings. The man’s cell phone was taken during the robbery, which law enforcement said he was able to track through his service provider. The cell phone reportedly pinged at an address on Long Horn Lane in Rancho Tehama. Deputies called the phone and heard it ringing in Robert Perozzi’s truck parked at the address. Perozzi, 43, is on active parole for burglary. A search of the vehicle by law enforcement found additional items taken from the victim during the robbery, along with a replica firearm believed to have been used during the robbery. Law enforcement said the man identified both Perrozi and Christina Wheeler, 47, as participants during the robbery. They were arrested and booked into Tehama County Jail for robbery and

Calendar of Red Bluff Roundup events

The following is a list of events connected to the Red Bluff Roundup happening within the town leading up to the rodeo, which will run from April 19-21. April 5 through 20: Round-Up Scavenger Hunt April 16: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Tough Enough to Wear Pink Luncheon featuring food, auctions, and entertainment at the Tehama District Fairgrounds Cafeteria. April 17: 5 p.m.: Bikini Barrel Race at the Pauline Davis Pavilion. April 17: Noon to 5 p.m.: Blood Drive at the Tehama District Fairgrounds Auditorium. April 18: 5:30 to 10 p.m.: Round-Up Cowboy Mixer with music featuring Lance Michael Cornwell Band at Reynolds Ranch and Farm Supply, 501 Madison St. April 18: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Lassen House Round-Up Barbecue. Food and family fun at 705 Luther Road. April 18: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.: Western Trivia at Enjoy Local, 615 Main St. April 19: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Cowboy Golf Tournament at Wilcox Golf Club in Red Bluff. April 19: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Red Bluff Volunteer Fire Department Boot Drive at the intersection of Antelope Boulevard and Main Street. April 19:

Is Bayer Leverkusen’s Bundesliga title an ominous sign for Europe’s super clubs?

Bayer Leverkusen’s long-suffering fans had waited 120 years for their team to win a league title. On Sunday, with their first Bundesliga crown just seven minutes away, their patience finally ran out. When Florian Wirtz’s second goal gave Leverkusen a 4-0 lead over Werder Bremen in the 83rd minute of a game it had to win to clinch the championship, supporters began poring out of the stands and onto the pitch. On the bench, players danced and hugged one another. When Wirtz scored again moments later, the stands again emptied and referee Harm Osmers abandoned the match. What more did anyone need to see? Not only had Leverkusen at long last shed its Anglicized nickname “Neverkusen,” but it had done so in dramatic fashion, running its German-record unbeaten streak to 43 games in all competition to secure the title with five weeks left in the season. “Finally, we can say Bayer Leverkusen is German champion,” said coach Xabi Alonso, who took over early last season when the team was facing relegation. “The first title is always special for everyone. So to be part of this

American Airlines pilots union warns of “significant spike” in safety issues

By Kris Van Cleave Edited By Brian Dakss April 16, 2024 / 6:16 AM EDT / CBS News Boeing CEO steps down Boeing CEO steps down 02:27 In a warning to American Airlines pilots, their union, the Allied Pilots Association (APA), says it’s seen “a significant spike in safety- and maintenance-related problems in our operation.” The union claims that among the “problematic trends” it’s been tracking are tools left in wheel wheels, an increasing number of collisions between aircraft while they’re being towed, an increasing number of items left in the safety area near jet bridges and “pressure to return aircraft to line service to maintain on-time performance due to a lack of spares.” CBS News obtained pictures of a hammer the APA says was found in an Airbus A319 wheel well on March 25 at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport before Flight 1654 departed for Cedar Rapids, Iowa. According to the APA, the flight’s first officer discovered it during his pre-flight walkaround and notified the captain. The captain called maintenance, who in turn inspected the aircraft and found a “Channellock style pliers and a screwdriver

Bridge: April 16, 2024

“Cy says I’m irritable,” Wendy, my club’s resident feminist, told me. “I wouldn’t say that,” I demurred. “Of course women are irritable,” Wendy growled. “Men are irritating.” “You two are still struggling on defense,” I sighed. Wendy and Cy the Cynic are always at odds, even when they are partners in a penny game. In today’s deal, Wendy preempted with three spades as East, and South’s four hearts was passed out. Cy led the king and a second spade. Wendy won and led a diamond. South won, led a trump to dummy’s jack, came back to his jack of clubs and continued trumps. Cy’s ace won the defenders’ last trick. SACRIFICE “Thanks, partner,” Wendy said with asperity. “Next time I’ll take a solo sacrifice at four spades: minus 300 instead of minus 620.” I’m afraid Cy’s defense was irritating. He must cash his ace of trumps at Trick Two, then lead a second spade. Wendy wins and leads a third spade, and whether South ruffs high or low, Cy’s nine of trumps scores. DAILY QUESTION You hold: S A J 10 9 8 4 3

Word Game: April 16, 2024

TODAY’S WORD — LISTEN (LISTEN: LISS-in: Pay attention to sound.) Average mark 22 words Time limit 35 minutes Can you find 27 or more words in LISTEN? The list will be published tomorrow. YESTERDAY’S WORD — JASMINE jeans amen anime anise same sane seam semi sine main mane manse mean means mesa mien mine inseam name To purchase the Word Game book, visit WordGameBooks.com. Order it now for just $5 while supplies last! RULES OF THE GAME: 1. Words must be of four or more letters. 2. Words that acquire four letters by the addition of “s,” such as “bats” or “dies,” are not allowed. 3. Additional words made by adding a “d” or an “s” may not be used. For example, if “bake” is used, “baked” or “bakes” are not allowed, but “bake” and “baking” are admissible. 4. Proper nouns, slang words, or vulgar or sexually explicit words are not allowed. Contact Word Game creator Kathleen Saxe at kzsaxe@gmail.com.

Horoscopes April 16, 2024: Jon Cryer, take better care of yourself

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jon Cryer, 59; Martin Lawrence, 59; Ellen Barkin, 70; Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 77. Happy Birthday: Scatter your energy in directions that support personal growth and positive change. Diversify, and participate in events and activities that encourage you to stretch your imagination and physically challenge yourself. Push yourself to do more and to expand your chances to advance financially. Make peace and love your priorities, and participate in causes of concern. Learn to take better care of yourself mentally, physically and economically. Your numbers are 4, 17, 21, 26, 34, 43, 45. ARIES (March 21-April 19): A little adventure will spark your interest and broaden your awareness regarding possibilities. Use your imagination, and it will trigger an impulse to participate in something that concerns you. Your input can and will make a difference. Stop dreaming and start doing. 5 stars TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Emotions and brute force will backfire. Don’t make a scene when you can accomplish something worthwhile by working quietly toward your goal. Sharing less and doing more will help you reduce nonsense that can slow you down. Shoot

Ask Amy: Is what I saw in my girlfriend’s hometown a red flag?

Dear Amy: I am a man in my 20s, exclusively dating my girlfriend for the last three years. We are very compatible and are talking about moving in together. I have met her family members a few times socially but have never spent much time with them. Recently we took a trip to her hometown and stayed with her folks. Her parents seem very nice, and as far as I can tell they approve of me. We spent four days there and had a nice time. I’m a little concerned because while we were there I felt like my girlfriend wasn’t very nice to her mother. She acted very irritated by her mother and was snapping at her. She seemed to react to her grandmother the same way – impatient and bordering on rude. I witnessed this in person and I’ve also heard her be this way with her mother on the phone. Lately I have to admit that she seems to be treating me a little bit this way, too. When she is bothered or irritated, she snaps and is very short with me.