# nation & world (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 25 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover nation & world. Page: Feed: --- ## [What happened to Dolly Parton? What we know about music icon's death at 80](https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/nation-world/dolly-parton-death-what-happened/507-f201aa6b-9ccb-4fdc-8112-2adc16a28277) _2026-08-26 · KIDY RSS Feed: news_ Parton recently missed the unveiling of Dollywood's latest ride due to "health issues," but shared a pre-recorded message with fans. ## [Dolly Parton died after 'brief battle with cancer'](https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/nation-world/dolly-parton-died-cancer-battle/507-f3479319-fb4d-49dd-836c-45a285ae69f2) _2026-08-26 · KIDY RSS Feed: news_ The country star's team confirmed that Parton had cancer before she died on Tuesday at age 80. ## [SEC joins Big Ten in banning football, basketball pros from returning to college](https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/nation-world/big-ten-ruling-college-football-eligibility/507-60946d53-faa3-416e-ac78-ee316e568e94) _2026-08-25 · KIDY RSS Feed: news_ College sports finds itself mired in lawsuits and disputes over eligibility. ## [San Angelo Chamber of Commerce discusses data center proposal](https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/san-angelo-chamber-of-commerce-discusses-data-center-proposal/504-a7267c82-c741-489e-bd9c-c5c47e1a22aa) _2026-08-25 · KIDY RSS Feed: news_ San Angelo debates a new data center's potential impact on the local economy, infrastructure, and taxes, as city officials weigh benefits and challenges. ## [California couple and their surrogate testify in court as dispute over newborn escalates](https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/nation-world/california-couple-and-surrogate-testify-texas-court-dispute-over-newborn/507-0f891467-7b5b-4342-b2f6-d16e2d0c3dd7) _2026-08-25 · KIDY RSS Feed: news_ The couple is embroiled in a legal battle with their surrogate over custody and medical decisions for a newborn with a severe heart defect. ## [Republican candidate for Oregon governor Christine Drazan unveils affordability-forward policy plan](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/politics/elections/christine-drazan-plan-policy-oregon-governor-election-tina-kotek/283-cb8c0361-8e6c-44a9-8683-bb7cb9fa2813) _2026-08-25 · KGW RSS Feed: news_ "The Drazan Plan" includes a pledge to veto higher taxes and fees, plus efforts to reduce regulations at state agencies which hike costs, the GOP candidate said. ## [Key races to watch for the Aug. 25 special and runoff elections: Live results for 3 states](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/politics/elections/david-scott-lindsey-graham-oklahoma-georgia-president-donald-trump-south-carolina/507-b245c633-bbd6-4dfe-99f5-e1b1e26f2609) _2026-08-25 · KGW RSS Feed: news_ Two runoff election races held Tuesday, Aug. 25, will feature a family member looking to replace a member of Congress who died this year. ## [Austin leaders consider regulating or banning large data centers](https://www.kvue.com/article/news/politics/austin-mayor-and-council/austin-texas-leaders-consider-regulating-banning-large-data-centers/269-43274ba2-a370-4761-971e-cfc3922803ea) _2026-08-25 · KVUE RSS Feed: news_ Austin's mayor says he also hopes to freeze granting new applications before the city can adopt new rules. ## [Federal judge orders release of second witness to deadly Houston ICE shooting](https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/deadly-ice-shooting/federal-judge-witness-release-deadly-lorenzo-salgado-ice-shooting/285-8dd06b1a-61c6-40d9-85d6-1ab708054abb) _2026-08-25 · KHOU RSS Feed: news_ In an order issued Monday, U.S. District Judge Alfred H. Bennett ordered the release of Daniel Tirado Pantoja, who witnessed the shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado. ## [Newly released reports offer insights into the Annunciation shooting response, investigation](https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/newly-released-reports-offer-insights-into-annunciation-shooting-response-investigatio/89-314ebd07-49f4-471c-88d3-08c46a10671c) _2026-08-25 · KARE RSS Feed: news_ Nearly 2,600 pages of reports and photographs were made public ahead of the one-year anniversary of the shootings. ## [profullstack on Ko‑fi (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/44o2NfuGeKas) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Open the creator's Ko‑fi page. ## ['Their learning has been incredibly disrupted': Houston ISD parents say AC issues persist even after attempted intervention](https://www.khou.com/article/news/education/houston-isd-ac-issues-parents/285-e362564e-1635-49ad-9dae-6efa17f1e6b2) _2026-08-25 · KHOU RSS Feed: news_ Horn Elementary parents claim teachers were told to turn off portable AC units rented by the PTO. ## [Houston City Council clashes with legal department over HPD's ICE interactions](https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/houston-city-council-clashes-with-legal-department-over-hpds-ice-interactions/285-356c2602-9ed9-4750-a8c2-a74e1459ffad) _2026-08-25 · KHOU RSS Feed: news_ Houston City Council members clashed with the city legal department after HPD's police chief skipped a hearing on the department's ICE interactions. ## [Firefighters rescue disabled woman from house fire in Parkland](https://www.king5.com/article/news/community/firefighters-rescue-disabled-woman-from-house-fire-parkland/281-97827769-fb17-4967-b4dd-4c645e0647da) _2026-08-25 · KING RSS Feed: news_ Two fires that took place Tuesday morning in Parkland are under investigation, according to Pierce County fire authorities. ## [Spokane Three ask judge to overturn convictions](https://www.krem.com/article/news/local/spokane-three-ask-judge-to-overturn-convictions/293-77a61422-33d4-49d0-bd23-b544070cec72) _2026-08-25 · KREM RSS Feed: news_ The defendants are asking U.S. District Judge Rebecca L. Pennell to grant judgments of acquittal. Alternatively, they are asking for new trials. ## [Justice Department argues Kennedy Center risks financial ruin without Trump's name](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/nation-world/kennedy-center-financial-ruin-justice-department/507-30af5ced-c7bf-4c9e-9f55-bc9f62b9be01) _2026-08-25 · KGW RSS Feed: news_ The debate over adding Trump's name to the center, meant to honor John F. Kennedy, has been ongoing. ## [Deadly Lynnwood gas station shooting suspect arraigned on murder, assault charges](https://www.king5.com/article/news/crime/argument-inside-lynnwood-gas-station-preceded-deadly-shooting-police-say/281-6b34a47c-d632-4946-9f7c-c91c05216979) _2026-08-25 · KING RSS Feed: news_ Police arrested a 24-year-old man after finding the victim with multiple gunshot wounds behind a Shell station. ## [Supreme Court ruling leaves uncertainty over Trump’s mail-in ballot changes](https://www.khou.com/article/news/politics/supreme-court-ruling-uncertainty-trumps-mail-in-ballot-changes/285-45e0dbf8-ed39-4751-a917-39e91e7278d8) _2026-08-25 · KHOU RSS Feed: news_ A Supreme Court ruling leaves questions about President Trump’s mail-in ballot order as experts urge eligible voters to act quickly. ## [New contemporary art gallery opens Thursday in downtown Spokane](https://www.krem.com/article/news/local/new-contemporary-art-gallery-opens-thursday-downtown-spokane/293-49006b67-f4e1-49e8-8cde-7a9a1893dcef) _2026-08-25 · KREM RSS Feed: news_ Front Room Art Gallery will open Thursday, Aug. 27, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony set for 2 p.m. ## [Homes in northern WI evacuated after semi hits pipeline](https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/homes-in-northern-wisconsin-evacuated-after-semi-hits-pipeline-saxon/89-ea41df41-c739-4364-b19a-5c92ead33ea3) _2026-08-25 · KARE RSS Feed: news_ The Iron County Sheriff's Office said the evacuations were a precaution, but said that hazmat teams responded because natural gas liquids (NGLs) were released. ## [Canada targets US goods as trade war escalates. Here are the products that could impact American consumers.](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/nation-world/us-canada-trade-war-american-goods-tariffs/507-ece23780-5c0b-4c19-bac7-c84a504661d7) _2026-08-25 · KGW RSS Feed: news_ Americans are already feeling the pinch of rising costs from the conflict with Iran. ## [Anthony Ettinger on LinkedIn (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rnSr0ly0iD2y) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Public LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/anthonyettinger. ## [Sheriff's office releases new details on Forest Grove homicides](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/crime/sheriff-news-conference-update-forest-grove-homicides/283-1490b830-1616-4749-aa07-d7bf4939d63c) _2026-08-25 · KGW RSS Feed: news_ The Washington County Sheriff's Office held a news conference Tuesday to discuss the timeline of the killings and the investigation. ## [The Witte Museum turns 100 in October and they're celebrating with two party experiences](https://www.kens5.com/article/entertainment/events/witte-museum-turns-100-october-celebrating-two-party-experiences-saint-motel-dj-catwalk-century/273-8566525a-d2dc-4563-85df-5697b8b4f0a7) _2026-08-25 · KENS RSS Feed: news_ Pop band Saint Motel is set to play at the museum on Saturday, October 10, as part of its After Hours experience. ## [Local volunteer fire departments ask for help keeping crews hydrated, fueled during triple-digit heat](https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/local-volunteer-fire-departments-ask-for-help-keeping-crews-hydrated-fueled-during-triple-digit-heat/273-1df85542-ccd0-4c15-98a8-18f190ba3f4c) _2026-08-25 · KENS RSS Feed: news_ As triple-digit temperatures continue across South Texas, volunteer firefighters are facing another challenge: making sure they have enough bottled water. ## [Owyhee County expands some evacuations as multiple lightning-caused fires burn across southern Idaho](https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/local/wildfire/owyhee-county-expands-some-evacuations-multiple-lightning-caused-fires-burn/277-358ccb12-179f-4c23-855d-662ff1cf1dcd) _2026-08-25 · KTVB RSS Feed: news_ Firefighters are battling lightning-sparked wildfires throughout the area, prompting some expanded evacuations. ## [Idaho expands public lands recreation access with new $166M state-federal agreement](https://www.krem.com/article/news/local/idaho/idaho-forest-service-partnership-recreation-opportunities/277-0561bfed-3faf-4b40-8fad-163fa6e30967) _2026-08-25 · KREM RSS Feed: news_ Idaho's outdoor recreation receives a boost as state and federal agencies enhance trail access and maintenance through two new agreements. ## [Idaho State Police break ground on $29 million forensic lab](https://www.krem.com/article/news/local/idaho/isp-breaking-ground-29-million-forensic-lab/277-14bc84e6-8750-45a7-a65c-07cc648eea41) _2026-08-25 · KREM RSS Feed: news_ ISP officials said the lab will support the “criminal justice agencies that depend on these services." ## [Love & Care Ministries offers Big Country residents a respite from extreme heat](https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/community/love-care-ministries-offers-big-country-residents-a-respite-from-extreme-heat/504-02fa3bd0-0437-48a9-bb2a-4a34edce83c5) _2026-08-25 · KIDY RSS Feed: news_ Amid scorching heat, Love & Care Ministries offers a day room escape with TV, puzzles, and meals, fostering community bonds while providing respite from the swelter. ## [Tom Green County Deputy arrests Midland gang member with drugs and loaded guns](https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/crime/tom-green-county-deputy-arrests-midland-gang-member-with-drugs-and-loaded-guns/504-7e0af83a-c293-464b-a724-f98344ec69ab) _2026-08-25 · KIDY RSS Feed: news_ A Tom Green County deputy arrested a Midland gang member during a traffic stop on Colorado Avenue, seizing narcotics, paraphernalia, and three firearms. ## [Día de los Muertos celebrations return to San Antonio with events running all October long](https://www.kens5.com/article/news/community/da-de-los-muertos-celebrations-return-san-antonio-events-all-october-long-pearl-la-villita/273-35e61d47-554b-4a75-9006-1c8736dab46a) _2026-08-25 · KENS RSS Feed: news_ From the River Walk parade to a remembrance 5K at Pearl, here’s what San Antonians can expect during the 2026 Día de los Muertos season. ## [Sounders add Dejan Joveljić in $6 million deal as club looks to revive struggling attack](https://www.king5.com/article/sports/soccer/sounders-fc/sounders-add-dejan-jovelji-in-6-million-deal-as-club-looks-to-revive-struggling-attack/281-63bcc2b0-6415-4fa5-82bf-d29c3ff4027f) _2026-08-25 · KING RSS Feed: news_ The Seattle Sounders have signed forward Dejan Joveljić as a Designated Player, hoping he can revive their struggling offense amid a historic losing streak. ## [Collect Open Source Legends (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/cQSA825f1HY5) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Open-licensed art, limited foil trading packs, and optional on-chain mints. ## ['I want everybody to be happy and play' | Cypress fifth grader leads effort to make recess more inclusive](https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/cypress-student-inclusive-playground-fundraiser/285-1cc7f5ae-f55a-4514-b585-b06329d3b9b2) _2026-08-25 · KHOU RSS Feed: news_ Aubrey Wagner, 10, started a fundraiser for accessible playground equipment after seeing classmates in wheelchairs sitting out during recess. ## [Montana man killed 8 relatives, including 4 kids, at Sunday dinner, a family spokesperson says](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/nation-world/multiple-people-killed-children-montana-shooting-house-fire/507-f69ebb18-bef7-4475-bfdb-a95c2aa57792) _2026-08-25 · KGW RSS Feed: news_ Police said they responded to the home on Sunday evening and heard gunshots coming from out back, before the house was engulfed in flames. ## [Lewiston man sentenced to three years for identity theft](https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/crime/lewiston-man-sentenced-to-three-years-for-identity-theft-maine-crime-snap-mainecare/97-e5b916fc-77fa-46ad-89a3-c2c51eaedb7f) _2026-08-25 · WCSH RSS Feed: news_ The man obtained a total of $36,373.16 in benefits from SNAP and MaineCare using the stolen identity. ## [Penobscot Community Health Care needs $3M to keep its doors open](https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/health/penobscot-community-health-care-ceo-requests-3m-primary-services/97-dda6b3b6-9b26-4a96-b680-72b70e65352b) _2026-08-25 · WCSH RSS Feed: news_ Without the money, President and CEO Lori Dwyer warns that PCHC will be forced to cut key services for roughly 50,00 people. ## [New poll: Talarico, Abbott lead polls less than 60 days before voting](https://www.kvue.com/article/news/politics/vote-texas/talarico-paxton-polls-latest-abbot-hinojosa-surbey-ut-texas-politics-project/287-430e31d1-0835-4f27-9dfe-e9e0ce5f2d9a) _2026-08-25 · KVUE RSS Feed: news_ Inflation and higher prices are the most important issues in the state, followed by political corruption, according to this survey of 1,200 Texas voters this month. ## [Dolly Parton's family: A look at the loved ones who were closest to her](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/nation-world/dolly-parton-family-siblings-husband/507-c0af67c2-a94f-49f2-b60e-feb489c4df70) _2026-08-25 · KGW RSS Feed: news_ The country music icon, who died Tuesday at 80, was shaped by a large Tennessee mountain family and a nearly 60-year marriage to a husband who avoided the spotlight. ## [Gov. Mills lowers flags for Dolly Parton](https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/entertainment/music/gov-mills-lowers-flags-dolly-parton-maine-imagination-library/97-2bf7e853-5e32-4001-b840-0b50d50c7e0b) _2026-08-25 · WCSH RSS Feed: news_ The order comes from a directive from President Donald Trump to lower all flags across the country for the late singer-songwriter. ## [Texas renters: Check if you are eligible to claim a settlement payout after rent pricing lawsuit](https://www.kvue.com/article/news/local/texas/texas-renters-eligible-claim-settlement-payout-rent-pricing-lawsuit/285-8bcfa8f5-b7b4-4301-9806-e586fee4bf3b) _2026-08-25 · KVUE RSS Feed: news_ A Texas company at the center of a nationwide rent pricing lawsuit just got initial court approval on a massive settlement. ## [SA Crime Stoppers: Suspect steals from east-side clothing store, injuring worker in process](https://www.kens5.com/article/news/crime/san-antonio-crime-stoppers-suspect-stolen-rainbow-clothing-s-ww-white-rd/273-28a47422-d082-4e85-b570-164595a41848) _2026-08-25 · KENS RSS Feed: news_ Employees described the suspect to police as "a male wearing female clothing, including a wig." ## [Stage 2 drought warning issued for East Williamson County Regional Water System](https://www.kvue.com/article/news/local/williamson-county/stage-2-drought-warning-east-williamson-county-regional-water-taylor/269-d3719f19-8f1c-40cb-89e3-81faf56f4cd0) _2026-08-25 · KVUE RSS Feed: news_ The warning, which includes the city of Taylor, requires consumers to limit water use by following specified watering days and times. ## [Smashed toilets, ripped out stalls: Vandalism hits popular Oregon Coast parks](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/crime/smashed-toilets-ripped-out-stalls-vandalism-hits-oregon-coast-parks/283-cd87dedd-71e7-490f-ade9-6005c27b3527) _2026-08-25 · KGW RSS Feed: news_ Vandals struck six Oregon Coast state parks overnight, smashing toilets, ripping out bathroom stalls and shattering mirrors. ## [Disney On Ice is 'skating' to Boise in December](https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/local/disney-on-ice-coming-boise-december/277-d3de7f92-ea3b-46ea-a8ac-04711bf8d17a) _2026-08-25 · KTVB RSS Feed: news_ Disney On Ice will bring over 50 beloved characters to Boise's ExtraMile Arena from December 3-6, featuring favorites like Mickey Mouse and new faces from Moana 2. ## [Daily Dose: Clarifying a popular ED drug's glaucoma risk, a foraging warning and a portal message tip](https://www.kgw.com/article/news/nation-world/daily-dose-study-erectile-disfunction-glaucoma-risk-cialis-foraging-safety-alzheimers-blood-test/507-a2e28919-c259-444a-a878-1864bb9b7e3b) _2026-08-25 · KGW RSS Feed: news_ From a popular ED drug's glaucoma risk to a mushroom foraging warning and a patient portal tip, here are today's health headlines. ## [Dolly Parton's legacy went beyond music. Here's a look back at her philanthropy](https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/nation-world/dolly-parton-philanthropy-imagination-library-childrens-hospital/507-11fb7cd8-02ae-4d94-8541-83c15556deb4) _2026-08-25 · WCSH RSS Feed: news_ From pediatric healthcare in Tennessee to helping improve children's literacy with a book giveaway program, Parton's philanthropy had a lasting effect. ## [Vikings receiver Jeshaun Jones suspended 3 games for violating drug policy](https://www.kare11.com/article/sports/nfl/vikings/vikings-receiver-jeshaun-jones-suspended-3-games-violating-drug-policy/89-6c990162-adb7-48f8-a34e-5bb2ae98806a) _2026-08-25 · KARE RSS Feed: news_ Jones spent time on the Vikings' practice squad the last two years, but was making a push for a spot on the 53-man roster. ## [New tech at Portland Jetport aims to boost safety](https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/public-safety/new-tech-portland-jetport-boost-safety-maine-new-yorks-laguardia-airport-crash-fire-truck/97-f8db3e1b-b67f-4ae5-8eaf-3f26c5358936) _2026-08-25 · WCSH RSS Feed: news_ Portland International Jetport plans to enhance safety by installing location transponders in airfield vehicles following this year's deadly crash at LaGuardia. ## ['She will always love you' | Dolly Parton's family announces country music legend's death at 80](https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/nation-world/dolly-parton-dies-family-statement/507-1f2cc6ff-9e62-415a-999c-f21ffe9f05dd) _2026-08-25 · WCSH RSS Feed: news_ Dolly Parton had been away from the public for months as she was focusing on her health. ## [Colorado colleges review federal inquiry into campus policies ‘to build trust’](https://sentinelcolorado.com/metro/colorado-colleges-review-federal-inquiry-into-campus-policies-to-build-trust/) _2026-08-25 · Jason Gonzales of Chalkbeat Colorado · Sentinel Colorado_ At least one Colorado university announced it will not respond to a questionnaire from the Trump administration. ## ['There will never ever be another you' | Reba McEntire, Lily Tomlin, President Trump and more share tributes to country music legend Dolly Parton](https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/nation-world/country-music-legend-dolly-parton-death-celebrity-tributes/507-d6bcf094-5a32-49bd-a50c-fd303b849e06) _2026-08-25 · WCSH RSS Feed: news_ Dolly Parton died peacefully Tuesday, Aug. 25 in Nashville, Tennessee, her publicist said in a statement. ## [Big Ten bars NFL players from returning to play amid NCAA eligibility chaos](https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/nation-world/big-ten-ruling-college-football-eligibility/507-60946d53-faa3-416e-ac78-ee316e568e94) _2026-08-25 · KSDK RSS Feed: news_ The Big Ten became the first conference to adopt the rule as college sports finds itself mired in lawsuits and disputes over eligibility.