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PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Supreme Court has declined to hear most of Republican Kari Lake’s appeal in a challenge of her defeat in the governor’s race but revived a claim that was dismissed by a trial court.

Arizona Court Declines Most of Lake’s Appeal Over Gov’s Race

LOS ANGELES (AP) — California prosecutors on Wednesday dropped domestic violence charges against Justin Roiland, who created the Cartoon Network animated series “Rick and Morty” and provided the voices of the show’s two title characters.

“Rick and Morty” Creator Has Domestic Abuse Charges Dropped

WASHINGTON (AP) — Approval of President Joe Biden has dipped slightly since a month ago, nearing the lowest point of his presidency as his administration tries to project a sense of stability while confronting a pair of bank failures and inflation that remains stubbornly high.

Biden’s Approval Is Near His LOWEST Ever, According to Recent Poll

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actress Lindsay Lohan, rapper Akon and several other celebrities have agreed to pay tens of thousands of dollars to settle claims they promoted crypto investments to their millions of social media followers without disclosing they were being paid to do so.

Lindsay Lohan, Other Celebs Settle With SEC Over Crypto Case

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A rocket made almost entirely of 3D-printed parts made its launch debut Wednesday night, lifting off amid fanfare but failing three minutes into flight — far short of orbit.

Launch Debut of 3D-Printed Rocket Ends in Failure, No Orbit

MORRISTOWN, N.J. (AP) — Holocaust survivor Tova Friedman is a TikTok star at age 85, thanks to her 17-year-old grandson.

Holocaust Survivor Shares on TikTok To Educate Young People

NEW YORK (AP) — Attempted book bans and restrictions at school and public libraries continue to surge, setting a record in 2022, according to a new report from the American Library Association released Thursday.

Book Ban Attempts Hit Record High in 2022, Library Org Says

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — When Tennessee lawmakers passed legislation this month targeting drag performances and transgender youth, many musicians living and working in the state felt their community, their audiences and their artistic expressions were also under fire.

Musicians Fight Threat of Tennessee Anti-LGBTQ, Drag Bills

NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly 200 years after Ludwig van Beethoven's death, researchers pulled DNA from strands of his hair, searching for clues about the health problems and hearing loss that plagued him.

What Made Beethoven Sick? DNA From His Hair Offers Clues

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A mother whose son was found dead in the middle of a South Carolina road eight years ago is opening a private investigation into his death after raising almost $90,000 amid the publicity surrounding the murder trial of Alex Murdaugh.

Murdaugh Trial Gives Unsolved Death Investigation a Boost

WASHINGTON (AP) —A dispute between Jack Daniel's and the makers of a squeaking dog toy that mimics the whiskey's signature bottle gave the Supreme Court a lot to chew on Wednesday.

Supreme Court Chews on Jack Daniel’s Dog Toy Dispute

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Bus drivers shuttle America’s children to schools where cafeteria workers feed them and teacher aides assist students who need the most help.

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Arizona Court Declines Most of Lake’s Appeal Over Gov’s Race

Lake said late Wednesday that she's thrilled with the ruling.

“Rick and Morty” Creator Has Domestic Abuse Charges Dropped

A spokeswoman said the two felony counts involving a former girlfriend were dropped “due to a lack of sufficient evidence beyond a reasonable doubt.”

Biden’s Approval Is Near His LOWEST Ever, According to Recent Poll

Interviews with poll respondents suggest the public has mixed feelings about Biden, who is expected to announce a reelection bid by this summer.

Lindsay Lohan, Other Celebs Settle With SEC Over Crypto Case

Lohan, Akon, Ne-Yo, Lil Yachty, Jake Paul, and Michele Mason all agreed to pay more than $400,000 combined.

Launch Debut of 3D-Printed Rocket Ends in Failure, No Orbit

The upper stage appeared to ignite and then shut down, sending it crashing into the Atlantic.

Holocaust Survivor Shares on TikTok To Educate Young People

To combat anti-semitism, Friedman's grandson, 17-year-old Aron Goodman, records TikTok videos of her describing the Holocaust that have millions of views on the social media platform.

Book Ban Attempts Hit Record High in 2022, Library Org Says

Librarians around the country have told of being harassed and threatened with violence or legal action.

Musicians Fight Threat of Tennessee Anti-LGBTQ, Drag Bills

Love Rising, a concert held on Monday in Nashville, featured Grammy-winning artists alongside drag performers and trans and queer artists.

What Made Beethoven Sick? DNA From His Hair Offers Clues

The composer himself wrote that he wanted doctors to study his health problems after he died.

Murdaugh Trial Gives Unsolved Death Investigation a Boost

A mother whose son was found dead in the middle of a South Carolina road eight years ago is opening a private investigation into his death after raising almost $90,000.

Supreme Court Chews on Jack Daniel’s Dog Toy Dispute

The question for the court involves whether the toy's maker infringed on Jack Daniel's trademarks.

Los Angeles Strike Highlights Paltry US School Worker Pay

School support staffers earn, on average, about $25,000 a year in Los Angeles, barely enough to get by.