First measles death reported in Texas as Kennedy downplays outbreak

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Wednesday appeared to downplay the seriousness of the West Texas measles outbreak that has killed a school-age child.

The child's death, the first from the disease in a decade in the United States, was confirmed by Katherine Wells, director of public health at the health department in Lubbock, Texas. The child had not been vaccinated against the measles.

Woman accused of repeatedly vandalizing Tesla dealership in Colorado, arrested with incendiary devices

A woman suspected to be involved in an attempted arson and repeated vandalization of a Northern Colorado Tesla dealership was arrested on Monday — the fourth such incident reported at the location in recent weeks.

Lucy Grace Nelson, 40, was taken into custody after Nelson was allegedly found returning to the Tesla dealership on Monday in possession of "additional incendiary devices and materials attributed to vandalism," according to a news release from Loveland Police Department on Wednesday.

American Sports & Culture

Luka on first game against Mavs: 'Glad it's over'

Luka Doncic sounded more relieved than triumphant after leading the Lakers to a win in his first meeting against his former team.

Ohtani to make spring training debut vs. Angels

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says three-time MVP Shohei Ohtani will make his first spring training appearance of the year Friday night against his old team, the Angels.

Woodland honored with PGA Tour Courage Award

Gary Woodland, who had surgery in September 2023 to remove a benign brain tumor, is the recipient of the PGA Tour Courage Award.

American Business & Markets

Eli Lilly plans at least $27 billion in new U.S. manufacturing investments

It comes as companies work to build goodwill with Trump, who has emphasized reshoring manufacturing to the U.S. and reducing reliance on foreign supply chains.

Block's Bitkey rolls out bitcoin inheritance fix for 'multibillion-dollar problem waiting to happen'

After announcing its bitcoin inheritance product in November, Block's Bitkey is rolling out the offering on Wednesday.

Target strikes deal with sportswear brand Champion, as it tries to rev up apparel sales

Target has long used brand collaborations to attract shoppers to its stores and website.

American Fact of the Day!

On February 27, 1951, the 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, officially limiting U.S. presidents to two terms in office. This amendment was passed in response to Franklin D. Roosevelt, who was elected to four terms, serving from 1933 until his death in 1945. It remains a crucial part of American democracy, ensuring that no president can serve for an indefinite period.

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