WASHINGTON (AP) — CIA turncoat Aldrich Ames, who betrayed Western intelligence assets to the Soviet Union and Russia in one of the most damaging intelligence breaches in U.S. history, has died in a Maryland prison. He was 84. A spokesperson for the Bureau of Prisons confirmed Ames died Monday. Ames admitted being paid $2.5 million by Moscow for U.S. secrets from 1985 until his … [Read more...] about CIA turncoat Aldrich Ames, who sold US secrets to the Soviets, dies in prison at 84
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These numbers tell the story of the Los Angeles wildfires, one year later
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A year after twin infernos tore across opposite ends of Los Angeles County, the scars are still visible. Thousands of homes were reduced to rubble, with rebuilding slow, and the death toll showed how a wildfire under extreme weather conditions can turn catastrophic. Related Articles CIA turncoat Aldrich Ames, who sold US secrets to the Soviets, … [Read more...] about These numbers tell the story of the Los Angeles wildfires, one year later
No. 12 Glenelg wrestling rallies for 41-32 win over Guilford Park
Glenelg junior Mason Knapp separated himself from the noise as the crowd in Guilford Park’s gym buzzed to deafening levels. While the gym was ready to erupt and with the fate of the dual in his hands, Knapp physically turned his head away from the commotion. It’s a common practice for him, especially before critical matches, as sometimes Knapp will even leave the gym and head … [Read more...] about No. 12 Glenelg wrestling rallies for 41-32 win over Guilford Park
Venezuela’s future in balance after Trump officials brief lawmakers; Maduro in jail
Ex-Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro spent the night in jail after he appeared in a U.S. courtroom — as questions linger about President Trump's plans for Venezuela. … [Read more...] about Venezuela’s future in balance after Trump officials brief lawmakers; Maduro in jail
Baltimore pauses to honor lives lost in 2025 during annual vigil
Even as Baltimore records historic declines in gun violence, city leaders paused Monday to honor lives lost — and to underscore that progress has not erased grief. Mayor Brandon Scott joined city and state officials, faith leaders, and families on Jan. 5 at the city’s Annual Vigil of Remembrance. Held in War Memorial Plaza, the names of 133 people killed in homicides in 2025 … [Read more...] about Baltimore pauses to honor lives lost in 2025 during annual vigil