In 1866, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) was founded in New York City and has long been a champion for animal rights.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Oil prices slumped to a fouryear low Wednesday in anticipation of slowing economic growth and reduced energy demand, both casualties of a trade war that began after President Donald Trump ordered widespread tariffs against the imports of U.S. trading partners.

From left, Marley Gamboa, Araceli Chavez and AJ SpottedWolf placed first in the high school category of spoken language and third place in traditional song at the Oklahoma Native American Youth Fair.

The Koinonia Indian Mennonite Church had 22 youths, including 15 from Clinton, do well Monday and Tuesday at the Oklahoma Native American Youth Language Fair at the Sam Noble Museum in Norman.

The trustees of the Clinton Economic Development Authority quickly met Tuesday afternoon and relied upon updates from Director Roland Mower, as there were no actionable items on the agenda.

STARKE, Fla. (AP) — A Florida man convicted of killing a Miami Herald employee who was abducted on her lunch break was executed Tuesday evening.

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) — The legendary Jet Set club in Santo Domingo was packed with musicians, professional athletes and government officials when dust began falling from the ceiling and into people’s drinks.

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