Headline News from The Associated Press
AP Headline News - Mar 29 2024 06:00 (EDT)
This is AP News, I'm Rita Folle way. Experts say rebuilding Baltimore's collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge could take years after that cargo ship hit it and knocked it into the water. Coast Guard Rear Admiral Shannon Gill wreath on what it will take to reopen the port. Step one of that is we're going to clear the debris from the channel. Step two is we're going to remove the vessel and step three is remove the rest of the bridge debris from the waterway. And we've got the cranes on their way to help us do that. He was heard there on WMAR TV in Baltimore. They have to clear the channel so they can keep looking for four construction workers who are still missing and presumed dead. We've got the results of a new AP poll for you this morning that finds Americans are more worried about legal immigration. The AP is Donna Warder. About 40% of Americans surveyed say that when immigrants come to the U.S. legally, it's a major benefit for American companies to get the expertise of skilled workers and 38% say legal immigrants in rich American culture and values. But both figures are down compared with 2017 when 59% said skilled immigrant workers were a major benefit to the U.S. And 50% said legal immigrants in rich American culture, 32% surveyed say there's a major risk that legal immigrants will commit crimes in the U.S. That figure was 19% in 2017. Donna Warder, Washington President Biden's re-election campaign got a boost from former President Obama and Clinton last night in New York City. The event featuring all three men raised an eye popping $26 million. Stephen Colbert moderated a conversation with three. In South Africa, a bus careened off a bridge on a mountain pass, killing at least 45 people. Gas is 353 a gallon this morning, about the same as a week ago. This is AP News. There is word of an increase in bacterial illnesses. The AP's Norman Hall. Federal health officials are warning doctors about an increase in rare bacterial illnesses that can lead to meningitis and possible death. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the increase is from a type of invasive meningococcal disease most of it due to a specific strain of bacteria. Last year, 422 cases of it were reported in the U.S. the most in a year since 2014. And new infections are on track to surpass 2023. The cases were disproportionately more common in adults ages 30 to 60 in black people and in people who have HIV. The infection can be treated with antibiotics, but quick treatment is essential by Norman Hall. A bitter surprise for your Easter basket, chocolate eggs and bunnies are more expensive than ever. Blame change in climate patterns. I'm Rita Foley, AP News. Hey there! Did you know King Super's always gives you savings and rewards on top of our lower than low prices? And when you download the King Super's app, you'll enjoy over $500 in savings every week with digital coupons. And don't forget fuel points to help you save up to $1 per gallon at the pump. Want to save even more? With a boost membership, you'll get double fuel points and free delivery. So shop and save big at King Super's today! King Super's fresh for everyone! Savings may vary by state. Restrictions apply. See site for details.