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With gas prices averaging more than $4 per gallon, drivers are wondering what causes price variances at the pump from state to state.The queries come as the national average gas price rose to $4.08 per gallon on Thursday, April 2, according to the AAA Auto Club.

Gas may be cheaper or cost more in your state. Here's why.

House GOP leaders have a tough task ahead in passing a two-step plan to end the record-setting Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown as their members call for passage of a Republican-only bill to fund immigration enforcement before they accept a bipartisan Senate bill to fund the rest of the department.

House Republicans seek to fund ICE before passing Senate DHS bill, complicating plan to end shutdown

Artemis II mission inspires budding astronautsCNN affiliate KCBS/KCAL's Hunter Sowards has the story.

Artemis II mission inspires budding astronauts

The Colorado Court of Appeals has thrown out election denier Tina Peter’s nine-year prison sentence, finding that the lower court violated her First Amendment right to free speech related to her allegations of election fraud.“The trial court’s comments about Peters’s belief in the existence of 2020 election fraud went beyond relevant considerations for her sentencing,” a three-judge panel wrote in a 77-page opinion.

Colorado court throws out election denier Tina Peters' 9-year sentence for tampering with election equipment

Farmers alone have lost $34 billion as Democrats plan to make affordability a defining issue in the midtermsIn the year since the president’s so-called ‘liberation day,’ American families have paid more than $1,700 and counting in higher costs as a result of his tariffs.

REP SUZAN DELBENE: Trump's tariffs are raising prices and American families are suffering

U.S. officials have warned Americans in Iraq to leave at once, citing credible intelligence that Iran-aligned terrorist militias could launch attacks in Baghdad within days.Why It MattersThe warning comes as fighting linked to the Iran war spills across the region, with U.S. interests repeatedly targeted.

US Embassy Issues Urgent Terrorist Attack Warning: ‘Leave Immediately’

Warning: The following contains major spoilers for Netflix series "XO, Kitty."Kitty and her friends are officially "halfway to graduation, halfway to goodbye" following Season 3 of "XO, Kitty."Between the return of an ex-classmate and a surprise pregnancy, the KISS crew, Kitty included, spent the better part of the semester trying to keep up with all of the curveballs that had been thrown their way.

Will 'XO, Kitty' be renewed for Season 4? What we know so far.

Starbucks baristas and shift supervisors could earn quarterly bonuses of $300 if their stores meet certain targets.The coffee chain is in the middle of a turnaround focused on improving both the customer and employee experience.Baristas working at union locations will likely not receive the quarterly bonuses until Starbucks and the union reach a collective bargaining agreement.

Starbucks to award bonuses to baristas, expand tipping to promote turnaround efforts

The voice actor who plays the role of the Belcher family middle child Gene on the animated show “Bob’s Burgers” was injured after in a fiery crash at a New Hampshire toll plaza Tuesday, officials said.Yevgeny Mirman, 51, who voices the role of Gene Belcher, was taken to a hospital after the crash around 11:55 a.m. at the Bedford Toll Plaza on the Everett Turnpike, New Hampshire State Police said in a statement Tuesday.

Voice actor on ‘Bob’s Burgers’ injured in New Hampshire car crash

Hakeem Jeffries predicts Pete Hegseth could be next as party alarmed by damage done by ‘terrible’ attorney generalWith quips, memes and jabs, Democrats cheered Donald Trump’s firing of attorney general Pam Bondi on Thursday, while the president’s Republican allies praised her relatively brief tenure overseeing the justice department.

Democrats cheer Trump’s firing of Pam Bondi and attack Epstein files ‘cover-up’

A public health alert has been issued for frozen, dinosaur-shaped, ready-to-eat chicken nuggets that may be contaminated with unsafe levels of lead, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service.The agency said the problem was discovered during "routine surveillance sampling" and that it is continuing to investigate the issue.

Frozen dinosaur chicken nuggets may contain lead. How to check.

DALLAS (AP) — Federal prosecutors on Thursday accused rapper Pooh Shiesty and eight others of robbing three men at gunpoint and kidnapping them earlier this year in Texas following a contract dispute involving rapper Gucci Mane ‘s record label.The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Dallas declined to name the victims and an indictment only refers to them by their initials.

Rapper Pooh Shiesty charged with kidnapping over alleged dispute involving rapper Gucci Mane’s label

The former Cy Young Award winner has been trying to revive his big-league career after serving a 194-game suspension.Former Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer has signed with the Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League and is scheduled to pitch opening night on April 21 for the minor league team.

Former MLB pitcher Trevor Bauer signs with Long Island Ducks

Gilmore leaves a legacy as a Super Bowl champion and five-time Pro BowlerCornerback Stephon Gilmore, one of the greatest defensive backs in New England Patriots history and a 13-year NFL veteran, announced his retirement. The Super Bowl champion and 2019 NFL Defensive Player of the Year last played for the Minnesota Vikings two seasons ago and will not seek a comeback in 2026 after spending last year away from the game.

Stephon Gilmore retires: Ex-Patriots CB, former Defensive Player of the Year last played in 2024

SpaceX has filed confidentially for an initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter, bringing billionaire Elon Musk’s rocket, satellite and AI company closer to delivering the biggest-ever listing.The filing puts it on track for a June listing, which would make SpaceX the first of what could be a trio of mega-IPOs, ahead of OpenAI and Anthropic PBC.

SpaceX prepares for IPO blast-off

Headlining set for Netflix Is a Joke festival marks first outing with major streamer since misconduct allegations in 2017Netflix is welcoming Louis CK back into its fold.The comedian, long subject to questions regarding rehabilitation and so-called “cancel culture”, will headline a show at the Hollywood Bowl next month as part of the streamer’s Netflix Is a Joke festival – his first major outing with a streamer since allegations of sexual misconduct at the height of the #MeToo movement.

Louis CK to headline Hollywood Bowl for Netflix festival

A dad expecting the usual bedtime resistance got something far sweeter than he bargained for after checking the baby monitor.Jason Carroll (@jasonseannn) shared the moment he realized why it was taking so long for his wife, Meghan, to put their young son, James, down for his nap in a reel on Instagram.

Dad Wonders Why Nap Time Was Taking Wife So Long—Then Checks Son on Monitor

The Florida man accused of killing his politician wife, Nancy Bowen, told his uncle he shot his wife dead with a shotgun because he "couldn't take it anymore" ... at least according to cops.TMZ obtained the complaint affidavit from the case against Nancy's husband, Stephen Bowen, and police say a man claiming to be Stephen's uncle called 911 and said his nephew confessed to killing Nancy.

Husband Accused Of Murdering Nancy Metayer Bowen Had Family Turn On Him

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell last week as layoffs remain sparse despite a softening labor market and rising energy costs due to the Iran war.The number of Americans applying for jobless aid for the week ending March 28 fell by 9,000 to 202,000 from the previous week’s 211,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday.

Jobless claims fall 9,000 as overall layoffs remain low across the economy

Funeral director Robert Bush had previously admitted to dozens of counts of fraud at hearing in OctoberA funeral director has admitted preventing a lawful burial after 30 bodies and a quantity of ashes were found at a funeral home in Hull in 2024.Robert Bush had previously admitted to dozens of counts of fraud at a hearing in October, after police raided the premises of Legacy funeral home on Hessle Road over concern for care of the dead.

Man admits preventing lawful burial in relation to 30 bodies found at Hull funeral home

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The DOJ's bungled handling of the Epstein files will likely be front and center in upcoming confirmation hearings.Pam Bondi is out at the Justice Department. And all roads to replace her lead through one place: the U.S. Senate.The impending political brawl on Capitol Hill to supplant the embattled attorney general, fired by President Donald Trump on April 2, as the nation's chief law enforcement officer is already getting underway.

With Pam Bondi fired, a showdown to replace her looms in Congress

Vice President Vance will head to Hungary next week to hold bilateral meetings with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and give remarks on the partnership between the U.S. and Hungary.Second lady Usha Vance will be traveling with the vice president when he goes from April 7-8, according to a statement by Vance’s office.

Vance to visit Hungary, meet with Viktor Orbán

Study finds older people reporting feeling run down were more likely to die within the following 3 years.How fatigued activities like walking, light housework, or heavy gardening make an older person feel may be a predictor of how likely they are to die in the next few years, according to a new study.

Experiencing a Higher Level of Fatigue May Predict Death in Older Adults

Brad Walsh, host of the Empowerography Podcast, joins me to swap insights we’ve gathered from our combined 900+ guests who turned pain (and wonder) into purpose, and setbacks into fresh possibility. Together, we unlock a treasure chest of wisdom about resilience, curiosity, and the power of story.

Resilience, Courage, Curiosity: Lessons from 700 Voices with Brad Walsh (Episode #227)

The Bills' quarterback and his wife celebrated the birth of their first child on Thursday.Before the news broke that Josh Allen and his wife, Hailee Steinfeld, were expecting their first child, the Buffalo Bills’ quarterback expressed eagerness to begin his new role as a father.

Josh Allen Shares 'Most Important Thing' as Girl Dad to Baby With Hailee Steinfeld

ByElisha SauersElisha SauersElisha Sauers writes about space for Mashable, taking deep dives into NASA's moon and Mars missions, chatting up astronauts and history-making discoverers, and jetting above the clouds. Through 17 years of reporting, she's covered a variety of topics, including health, business, and government, with a penchant for public records requests.

You can track Artemis II in real time as Orion flies to the moon

The game at Patricia Wilson Field in DeLand was only an hour from the Kennedy Space Center launch siteNASA’s first lunar voyage in decades stole the spotlight at a Florida softball game Wednesday night, as players from both teams paused in astonishment while four astronauts embarked on a journey around the moon.

Artemis II launch steals the show at college softball game as players stare skyward in amazement

Back in 2024, Kia did something I didn’t think any manufacturer would do in America again: It said it would introduce a new hatchback to its lineup. Even crazier, the company actually did it, putting the K4 hatchback on sale in U.S. dealers last year.

Here’s How Kia Justifies Selling The Ultra-Cool K4 Hatchback In America

President Donald Trump has repeatedly sought to tamp down the surging price of oil by telling investors what they’re eager to hear: The war in Iran is almost over.But after hearing that message for weeks, with fighting ongoing and no plan for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, they’re increasingly tuning him out.

Energy markets start tuning Trump out after repeated Iran war whiplash

A woman who shared photos of former President Joe Biden traveling on a commercial flight has said she briefly spoke with the president during the journey, describing him as “kind,” “humble,” and engaged with fellow passengers.Stephania Ergemlidze, a sports content creator, was seated near Biden on a flight from Philadelphia to Phoenix.

Woman Gets on Flight—Nothing Prepares Her for Who’s Sat Behind

Empire Today and Lowe's are national companies that offer a wide range of flooring materials and installation services.Both companies outsource installation to third-party contractors, which can lead to varied customer experiences.Lowe's serves all 50 states, while Empire Today is available in 27 states.

Empire Today vs. Lowe’s flooring, which is best for your next project?

Almost two weeks after devastating flood waters took Oʻahu’s North Shore by surprise, Honolulu City Council members grilled the city’s top emergency manager on what they said were slow evacuation orders and delayed and unclear updates on storm conditions.By the time an evacuation order for Waialua and Haleʻiwa came around 5:30 a.m. on March 20, residents had been wading through chest-deep floodwaters.