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Tesla issues two recalls affecting more than 200,000 vehicles

Mon, 11 May 2026 07:15:06 GMT

AUSTIN, Texas: Tesla is recalling 173 Cybertrucks over a wheel-related defect and more than 200,000 additional vehicles because of a software issue that can disable the rearview camera.

The smaller recall affects model year 2024 to 2026 Tesla Cybertruck vehicles equipped with 18-inch steel wheels.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Admini

Sparks sign Kate Martin to player development contract

Sun, 10 May 2026 18:55:11 GMT

(Photo credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images)

Guard Kate Martin signed a development contract with the Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday, three days after she was waived by the Golden State Valkyries.

Martin, who played alongside Caitlin Clark at Iowa, was the 18th overall pick (second round) by the Las Vegas Aces in the 2024 WNBA Draft.

Martin played 34 games (two starts) with the Aces as a rookie and avera

Report shows increased nitrates in key Iowa waterways

Thu, 14 May 2026 03:09:49 GMT

Eighty-three environmental groups have signed a letter to the Department of Health and Human Services and Environmental Protection Agency demanding action on "critically high" nitrate levels in Iowa drinking water.

Chemical makers say nitrate leve

Pending Medicaid cuts close Iowa health clinic

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:27:43 GMT

MercyOne is set to close its southside Des Moines clinic next month, citing staffing shortages, rising costs and pending cuts to Medicaid reimbursement funds.

Health care advocates say social service reductions will leave thousands of Iowan

Nebraska updates Medicaid work requirements ahead of schedule

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:27:05 GMT

Nebraska has become the first state in the nation to implement new work requirements for Medicaid recipients, eight months ahead of the Trump administration's deadline.

Federal officials say they're trying to add accountability to social service programs, but healthcare advocates say there's a pile of unaddre

Los Angeles Chargers Announce Roster Transactions

Tue, 12 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Chargers Communications

The Los Angeles Chargers today signed tight endJohnny Pascuzzi, safetyMyles Purchaseand tackleLaekin Vakalahi. In corresponding moves, the Bolts waived outside linebackerNiles King, tight endTanner McLachlanand tight endThomas Yassmin. Los Angeles also waived cornerbackJeremiah Wil

Where Are They Now Former Rams WR Mike Furrey

Tue, 12 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Jim Gehman
When Kurt Warner was heading into his sixth season as the Rams quarterback in 2003, he was a two-time NFL MVP, a Super Bowl XXXIV champion, and as it turns out a scout, after observing Mike Furrey, a wide receiver whose story sounded familiar.
"I went to Northern Iowa, which is Kurt Warner's college," Furrey said. "He ended up playing for the (Arena Football League's) Iowa Barnstormers, which the

Jets Sign RB Breece Hall to Multi-Year Extension

Mon, 11 May 2026 22:45:00 GMT

Backfield Workhorse Ran for 1,065 Yards Last Season
Eric Allen
The Jets have signed RB Breece Hall to a multi-year extension.
After placing the non-exclusive franchise tag on Hall on March 3, the Jets and their top running back had until July 15 to negotiate a long-term contract. While the tag allowed Hall to negotiate with other teams, the Green & White were ensured to match any offer he receiv

5 things we learned from Bears DC Dennis Allen

Sat, 09 May 2026 19:14:16 GMT

Larry Mayer
Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen spoke to the media on the final day of rookie minicamp Saturday at Halas Hall. Here are five things we learned from that session:
(1) Watching safety Dillon Thieneman's college tape, Allen noticed that the Bears first-round pick was always around the ball.
Thieneman appeared in 39 games over three seasons at Purdue (2023-24) and Ore

Broncos announce 2026 rookie minicamp participants

Sat, 09 May 2026 17:30:51 GMT

Aric DiLalla
ENGLEWOOD, Colo.A total of 60 players are participating in the Broncos' rookie minicamp, including Denver's seven 2026 draft picks.
The minicamp features the team's draft picks, college free agents, eligible veteran/first-year players, pro tryout players and rookie tryout players.
See below for a list of participating players, who are sorted in alphabetical order.
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Versant (VSNT) earnings Q1 2026

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:31:49 GMT
Versant (VSNT) earnings Q1 2026

Vietnam EV maker VinFast says it will undergo corporate restructuring

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:10:51 GMT
Vietnam EV maker VinFast says it will undergo corporate restructuring

US SEC, Musk to argue for Twitter settlement before DC judge

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:10:40 GMT
US SEC, Musk to argue for Twitter settlement before DC judge

Ex-BOJ chief Kuroda sees yen intervention impact as short-lived

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:08:40 GMT
Ex-BOJ chief Kuroda sees yen intervention impact as short-lived

Tencent profit misses forecasts as higher spend offsets gaming gains

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:07:08 GMT
Tencent profit misses forecasts as higher spend offsets gaming gains

Nations drawing down oil stocks at record pace- IEA

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:06:32 GMT
Nations drawing down oil stocks at record pace- IEA

Apple criticises EU measures to help AI rivals access Google services

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:06:18 GMT
Apple criticises EU measures to help AI rivals access Google services

Blackstone drops $4 billion New World deal, Bloomberg News reports

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:05:53 GMT
Blackstone drops $4 billion New World deal, Bloomberg News reports

AI cloud firm Nebius reports near eightfold revenue surge, shares jump

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:05:26 GMT
AI cloud firm Nebius reports near eightfold revenue surge, shares jump

Tesla authorised to test supervised self-driving software in Belgium

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:05:25 GMT
Tesla authorised to test supervised self-driving software in Belgium

Meta to launch 'Incognito Chat' for private AI conversations on WhatsApp

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:05:21 GMT
Meta to launch 'Incognito Chat' for private AI conversations on WhatsApp

Top French court rejects Amazon challenge over French book delivery fees

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:05:19 GMT
Top French court rejects Amazon challenge over French book delivery fees

Tower Semi forecasts upbeat quarterly revenue, signs $1.3 billion in AI chip deals

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:05:11 GMT
Tower Semi forecasts upbeat quarterly revenue, signs $1.3 billion in AI chip deals

Analysis-Sizzling semiconductor trade at risk of cooling - and stalling US stocks rally

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:04:56 GMT
Analysis-Sizzling semiconductor trade at risk of cooling - and stalling US stocks rally

Shutterstock to pay $35 million to settle US FTC charges over subscription plans, cancellations

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:04:07 GMT
Shutterstock to pay $35 million to settle US FTC charges over subscription plans, cancellations

British tech company Humanoid targets US IPO by 2030

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:04:01 GMT
British tech company Humanoid targets US IPO by 2030

Rivian spinout Mind Robotics valued at $3.4 billion in new funding round

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:03:57 GMT
Rivian spinout Mind Robotics valued at $3.4 billion in new funding round

Fitch cuts Bangladesh's outlook to 'negative' on Middle East conflict risks

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:03:57 GMT
Fitch cuts Bangladesh's outlook to 'negative' on Middle East conflict risks

Exclusive-LinkedIn planning to lay off 5% of staff in latest tech-sector cuts, source says

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:03:45 GMT
Exclusive-LinkedIn planning to lay off 5% of staff in latest tech-sector cuts, source says

DNA, jail interview, focus of opening statements in cold case murder trial

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:54:23 GMT
DNA, jail interview, focus of opening statements in cold case murder trial

Court hearing delayed for man charged with stabbing three guards outside Mavericks in Pacific Beach

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:54:18 GMT
Court hearing delayed for man charged with stabbing three guards outside Mavericks in Pacific Beach

Massive drug busts in California, Texas, enough to kill more than 32.7 million people

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:53:06 GMT
Massive drug busts in California, Texas, enough to kill more than 32.7 million people

Convicted murderer Betty Broderick dead at 78

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:49:11 GMT
Convicted murderer Betty Broderick dead at 78

Semi rollover on southbound I-5 leaves North County commuters with miles of delays

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:47:40 GMT
Semi rollover on southbound I-5 leaves North County commuters with miles of delays

Four wounded in Oceanside neighborhood stabbing spree

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:43:37 GMT
Four wounded in Oceanside neighborhood stabbing spree

Dozens of San Diego police officers topped $100,000 in overtime

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:43:25 GMT
Dozens of San Diego police officers topped $100,000 in overtime

Free World Cup night buses in Aberdeen after Scotland games

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:10:18 GMT
Free World Cup night buses in Aberdeen after Scotland games

Prelate calls for world day of prayer for Haiti Headlines

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:09:09 GMT
Prelate calls for world day of prayer for Haiti Headlines

Australia announces squad for Women's T20 Cricket World Cup, Darcie Brown left out

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:35:54 GMT
Australia announces squad for Women's T20 Cricket World Cup, Darcie Brown left out

Kim Jong Un calls for modernizing small arms production at latest factory tour

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:32:44 GMT
Kim Jong Un calls for modernizing small arms production at latest factory tour

Im vegetarian. How can I get enough iron? - Vegetarian food and drink

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:34:29 GMT
Im vegetarian. How can I get enough iron? - Vegetarian food and drink