Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 23

Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. freed while awaiting trial over alleged cartel ties

Since 2019, Mexican prosecutors have been investigating Julio César Chávez Jr. following a complaint filed by U.S. authorities against the Sinaloa Cartel for organized crime, human trafficking, arms trafficking and drug trafficking.

Boy, 5, dies after accidental shooting inside South Side apartment

Chicago police said the child was inside the apartment when he suffered a gunshot wound to the head.

For some Starbucks workers, job leaves bitter taste

Baristas at the coffee chain worry the company won't fulfill its promise to improve working conditions.

8/24: CBS Weekend News

Evacuations ordered in California's wine country as heatwave fuels wildfire; An anti-aging pill for dogs?

8/24/2025: Evidence; The Future of Warfare; Lourdes

First, a look at evidence that could change our understanding of 9/11. Then, hear from Palmer Luckey on making autonomous weapons for the U.S. and its allies. And, investigating medically unexplained cures.

8/23: CBS Weekend News

Texas Republicans take victory lap after redistricting vote, Democrats vow to fight back; Minnesota hunting dog Bruno chases down foul balls

North Korea test fires 2 new antiair missiles

The test coincided with new South Korean President Lee Jae Myung 's trip to Tokyo for a summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.

Maps show Tropical Storm Fernand's path and forecast in Atlantic

Fernand is the sixth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.

Winning numbers announced for estimated $700 million Powerball jackpot

The Powerball jackpot soared to an estimated $700 million, making it the eleventh-largest jackpot in Powerball game history.

Cracker Barrel loses almost $100 million in value after new logo release

Cracker Barrel stock plunged as much as 15% after the restaurant chain released a new logo that removes its long-time image of a man leaning against a barrel.