Defense watchdog finds new 155mm artillery plant failed to produce parts in 2 years since it was built, hindering production goals

A Pentagon watchdog report found that in the roughly two years since it was built, an ammunition plant in Mesquite, Texas, has not produced any parts for 155mm artillery rounds, hindering the Army’s goal to help backfill stocks of ammunition provided to Ukraine after Russia invaded in 2022.  In a report released Monday, the Defense … Read more

Smoke blankets parts of LA after Boyle Heights warehouse fire

California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a state of emergency on Saturday in response to the fire. “California is mobilizing to support Los Angeles as firefighters and emergency personnel continue their work to contain this fire and protect surrounding communities,” Newsom said in a news release. “While local officials continue to lead this response, the State … Read more

Canadian auto parts magnate Frank Stronach found guilty of sexual assault

Austrian-Canadian billionaire and automotive business founder Frank Stronach was found guilty Friday of sexual assault and indecent assault of two women decades ago. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Stronach, who is 93, had been accused of incidents involving seven complainants and pleaded not guilty to … Read more

Tornadoes ripped through cities, Tropical Storm Arthur floods parts of Texas and Louisiana

Tornadoes ripped through cities, Tropical Storm Arthur floods parts of Texas and Louisiana – CBS News Watch CBS News Severe weather slammed parts of the Midwest and the South. Tropical Storm Arthur flooded parts of Texas and Louisiana. CBS News’ Jason Allen reports. Source link