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Jul 24, 2024 | 
scrippsnews.com | Haley Bull |Jason Bellini |Maya Rodriguez |Douglas Jones
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May 22, 2024 | 
scrippsnews.com | Jacob Gardenswartz |Douglas Jones |Amber Strong |Liz Landers
By: Jacob Gardenswartz During Kenyan President William Ruto’s first public appearance at the White House on Wednesday — one day before his official state visit, the first such meeting by an African leader in more than 15 years — he was flanked by a friendly crowd of business and tech executives to discuss investment opportunities in the region.
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May 21, 2024 | 
scrippsnews.com | Taylor O'Bier |Elina Tarkazikis |Douglas Jones
A collection of the late Princess Diana’s most photographed gowns and accessories is up for auction, along with other fashions and keepsakes from the royal family. It’s the largest collection of Princess Diana’s belongings to be sold since the Princess of Wales herself gave dozens of dresses to Christie’s in New York for a charity auction in 1997, according to Julien’s Auctions, the famous California-based auction house hosting the current sale.
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May 21, 2024 | 
scrippsnews.com | Gage Jackson |Douglas Jones
World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler's Kentucky arraignment hearing regarding charges that he assaulted a police officer has been postponed. A Kentucky court delayed the hearing, which was originally scheduled for Tuesday, until June 3. Scheffler, 27, was arrested early Friday morning while on his way to the second round of the PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Course in Louisville, Kentucky.
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May 20, 2024 | 
scrippsnews.com | Elina Tarkazikis |Alex Arger |Douglas Jones |Amber Strong
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is considering rescinding Sean “Diddy” Combs’ key to the city. This comes after surveillance video emerged of the rapper assaulting ex-girlfriend and singer Cassie Ventura in 2016, which also corroborated claims she made in a more recent lawsuit. Adams addressed questions about Diddy’s key to the city in an interview with Pix 11 News. “I think all of us were deeply disturbed by watching that chilling video of the young lady being assaulted by him,” the mayor said.
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May 19, 2024 | 
scrippsnews.com | Taylor O'Bier |Douglas Jones |Amber Strong |Alex Arger
Sean “Diddy” Combs posted a video apology to his Instagram on Sunday, stating his behavior in footage released two days ago that appeared to show him assaulting his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura in 2016 was “inexcusable.”The surveillance footage, dated March 5, 2016, was obtained by CNN and appears to match claims that Ventura made in a now-settled lawsuit that alleged Diddy was repeatedly abusive and violent towards her.
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May 17, 2024 | 
scrippsnews.com | Alex Arger |Amber Strong |Serena Marshall |Douglas Jones
A new Miss USA 2023 has been crowned, more than a week after the previous titleholder suddenly resigned citing her mental health, kickstarting a cluster of serious allegations against the organization. Though she was appointed the role days after Noelia Voigt stepped down, Miss Hawaii USA Savannah Gankiewicz formally accepted the title Wednesday during a special coronation in her home state.
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May 17, 2024 | 
scrippsnews.com | Amber Strong |Serena Marshall |Douglas Jones |Alex Arger
It's been 22 years since "American Idol" introduced the world to unknown singers who would become household names, like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson — and a former college football player affectionately dubbed the Velvet Teddy Bear. Proudly repping his hometown then and now, Scripps News caught up with "American Idol" Season 2 winner Ruben Studdard in Birmingham, Alabama, where he's gotten married and started a family.
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May 17, 2024 | 
scrippsnews.com | John Mone |Douglas Jones |Joe St. George |Alex Arger
The U.S. has a long history of gun use, and the topic has become increasingly political. At a National Rifle Association Outdoor Show held in the swing state of Pennsylvania, presumptive Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump said he's the best friend of American gun owners. "During my four years nothing happened," Trump said at the February rally. "And there was great pressure on me having to do with guns. We did nothing.
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May 17, 2024 | 
scrippsnews.com | John Matarese |Justin Boggs |Alex Arger |Douglas Jones
Kentucky officials hope more people are getting out of big cities and heading to smaller ones like Frankfort, Kentucky. "We're just trying to get our name out there and let them know, 'Hey, consider us when you’re considering others,'” says Frankfort Mayor Layne Wilkerson. Frankfort is one of nine Kentucky regions and cities using incentive programs to attract more people, especially remote workers looking to relocate after the pandemic. Wilkerson had this vision before COVID-19.
