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At least six people have died as severe storms and record flooding sweep Indiana, prompting a federal emergency declaration and widespread rescue efforts.
Democratic primary turnout has soared in Wisconsin, Michigan, Texas and other states. Can this enthusiasm carry to November's midterms?
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in Brian Thompson killing, triggering double jeopardy motion to dismiss state murder case.
Two U.S. Army soldiers died when an Apache helicopter crashed near Fort Hood, Texas, sparking a 155-acre grass fire. Investigation underway.
Flock Safety announces mandatory audits, case codes, and shorter data retention after police misuse scandals. Critics say changes don't go far enough.
Extreme heat kills hundreds of U.S. workers annually. A Dallas postal carrier is among the latest victims as advocates push for stronger protections.
A Kansas father fatally shot his wife and four children before calling 911 and turning the gun on himself, authorities say.
Unlicensed boat operator charged after overcrowded Statue of Liberty tour capsized in New York Harbor, killing a mother and her 5-month-old daughter.
Washington grapples with a National Guard deployment extended until 2029, raising questions about security and civil-military relations.
Wisconsin IDs the Madison officer who fatally shot Corey Ruiz, a Black man on a bike, sparking protests and calls for police reform.
Colin Gray, the first U.S. parent convicted of murder in a school mass shooting by their child, files motion for new trial after 15-year sentence.
A woman and her 5-month-old daughter died after an overloaded boat capsized in New York Harbor. The operator faces 13 counts of reckless endangerment.
Colin Gray, convicted for giving his son the gun used in the Apalachee High School shooting, seeks a new trial after 15-year sentence.
Rare bipartisan coalition introduces the Right to Worship Act, creating 100-foot buffer zones to protect worshippers from disruptive protests.
More than 50 decomposing bodies were found improperly stored at a Chicago funeral home run by a couple with a history of mishandling remains.
Aaron Farinacci faces five arson charges after allegedly confessing to planning the Old Trails Fire for weeks and setting 25 fires since July 2025.
Investigators see uptick in tips after releasing ransom notes in the Nancy Guthrie case, as a key detail raises new questions about the sender's knowledge.
Three killed in Twin Falls, Idaho In-N-Out shooting included a man known for helping others achieve sobriety. Gunman died by suicide.
Canadian woman Kaitlyn Tracey ordered deported after pleading guilty to assaulting a teen over Trump-themed pants on a New Jersey boardwalk.
L.A. County officials found an idle Edison transmission tower sparked the 2025 Eaton Fire that killed 19, raising accountability questions.
Aaron Farinacci, charged with setting Spokane's largest wildfire, was questioned about two other fires in 2025. The blazes destroyed 700+ buildings.
Kansas voters rejected a GOP-backed amendment to replace the state's merit-based judicial selection with direct elections for Supreme Court justices.
The FBI is investigating cyberattacks on water systems in Michigan and Minnesota, with Iran emerging as a leading suspect.
Man charged with setting Spokane's largest wildfire previously served prison time for killing his father in 2010. Fires have destroyed 700 buildings.
Investigators seek motive after a gunman killed three and wounded seven at an Idaho In-N-Out Burger before taking his own life.
An 18-year-old man was killed and five others injured in a shooting at a Portland house party early Sunday. Police are seeking suspects.
Colin Gray becomes the first US parent convicted of second-degree murder for a school shooting weapon, sentenced to 15 years for the 2024 Apalachee attack.
Oregon has burned over 1.6 million acres in 2026 as drought, low snowpack, and lightning storms fuel unprecedented wildfires.
Dan Sohail was sentenced to 6 months for ramming his car into Chabad Lubavitch HQ, sparking debate over hate crime vs mental health.
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment over 100 times at a contentious Senate hearing, prompting a contempt threat from Chairman Rand Paul.
Grocery prices have risen 33% since 2019—the biggest jump in 50 years—forcing Americans to change how they shop, eat, and budget for food.
Three killed, four wounded at Seattle's Bite of Seattle food festival. Police have one suspect in custody; search continues for second. No ongoing threat.
President Trump demands Senate Majority Leader Thune cancel recess and pass the SAVE Act, escalating GOP tensions over voting rights and the filibuster.
A Secret Service agent faces charges for a fraternity hazing that caused kidney failure, highlighting Florida's deadly history with hazing violence.
With four primaries left and control of the Senate at stake, Democrats need a net gain of four seats. Here is a breakdown of the key races.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries launches 'Fighting for an Affordable America' agenda, marking 100 days until critical midterm elections.
US on pace for lowest homicide rate in over a century, with 18% drop in killings across 30 cities, new report finds.
A rare magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck the Texas Panhandle, the strongest in the region in over a century, shaking residents across three states.
Five people died in Ohio's Scioto River after a chain of rescue attempts when one swimmer struggled. Sheriff urges water safety awareness.
Elizabeth Warren endorses progressive Abdul El-Sayed over Schumer-backed moderate in Michigan Senate primary, deepening Democratic Party divisions.
The House passed the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent. The bill now heads to the Senate for an uncertain vote.
Ashley Webb's debate answer citing songwriting as a Senate qualification went viral, highlighting Maine Democrats' chaotic race to replace Graham Platner.
A Muslim kiosk worker was stabbed more than 15 times at a Utah mall in an attack authorities say was motivated by religious hatred.
Trump builds a White House helipad without congressional approval or environmental reviews, sparking legal and preservation concerns.
Coast Guard suspends search for three missing after boat capsizes in San Francisco Bay near Alcatraz; one dead, 16 rescued.
President Trump delivers a primetime address tonight, expected to focus on election claims and the SAVE America Act amid ongoing Iran conflict.
An intense wildfire season with over 5,650 square miles burned is pushing US fire management to the brink as crews are stretched thin across the West.
Sen. Lindsey Graham died at 71 from an aortic dissection, triggering a succession scramble in South Carolina and a void in Senate leadership.
Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71 from aortic dissection. Trump endorses Graham's sister as interim senator as South Carolina prepares for special election.
Five family members killed in targeted mass shooting across three locations in East St. Louis, Illinois. Two teens, ages 15 and 16, are in custody.
Colt Gray, accused of killing four at Apalachee High School in 2024, will change his not guilty plea at a July 24 hearing, leaving sentencing to the judge.
Historic flash flooding in Missouri and Kentucky forces airlift rescue of 202 campers. Record Black River crest, one fatality confirmed.
Pilot dies as aircraft crashes into Colorado reservoir while fighting Gold Mountain Fire, marking fourth firefighter death this season.
A series of microburst storms hit Philadelphia, causing widespread damage and downing trees and power lines. Mayor Parker declared a disaster emergency.
A massive heat dome is bringing dangerous temperatures to two-thirds of the continental US, with forecasters warning of life-threatening heat.
The DSA approved a sweeping platform calling for Senate abolition, replacing the presidency and Supreme Court, and restructuring American governance.
The death of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells draws national attention as civil rights attorney Ben Crump and Rev. Al Sharpton demand answers.
McConnell's hospitalization removes a key 'no' vote on Trump's SAVE Act as Kentucky Gov. Beshear demands health transparency.
Three key Democratic primaries reveal deep divisions over socialism, establishment politics, and electability as the 2026 midterms approach.
A Midtown Manhattan building, the former Pfizer headquarters, was evacuated after buckling columns and sagging floors were found during an inspection.
Raleigh considers youth curfew after 10,000 teens swarm entertainment districts in social media-organized takeovers, leaving nine shot and dozens arrested.
Sneako's declaration of NYC as an Islamic Republic during World Cup celebrations sparks backlash from Elon Musk, Alex Jones, and Rob O'Neill.
Sen. Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized for over three weeks with aides providing minimal information, raising transparency concerns.
Graham Platner, Democratic Senate nominee in Maine, has been accused of rape. Party leaders and key supporters demand he end his campaign.
At least eight people, including four children, were shot during July 4th fireworks in Coney Island, Brooklyn. A woman is in critical condition.
Trump used America's 250th anniversary to attack political opponents as communists, calling the ideology a 'cancer' that must be cut out.
The Aspen Acres Fire southwest of Denver has burned 87,000 acres, destroyed 212 structures, and forced thousands to evacuate.
A severe heat wave scorches the Eastern US, shattering daytime records and bringing dangerously warm nights that leave no time for the body to recover.
Super Typhoon Bavi, a Category 5-equivalent storm with 160 mph winds, is bearing down on Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, prompting evacuations.
A shooting at a July 4th cookout near Coney Island beach wounded eight people, including four children. Police search for a suspect who fled on foot.
Shakeela Martin, 35, was fatally shot outside a Ferguson gas station while buying slushies for her children. Police search for the gunman.
Trump delivered a combative July 4th address on America's 250th birthday, pardoned nine diesel mechanics, and ordered agencies to drop discrimination suits
The Aspen Acres Fire southwest of Denver has destroyed over 180 structures, forced thousands to evacuate, and grown to 85,585 acres with zero containment.
A novice climber survived a 1,500-foot fall on Mount Shasta's Avalanche Gulch. A multi-agency rescue airlifted her to a hospital.
Trump uses executive power to overhaul election rules ahead of the midterms, sparking legal battles over mail-in voting, voter ID and redistricting.
Trump and Republicans label Democrats as communists ahead of the 2026 midterms, a Cold War-era strategy that risks alienating younger voters.
AOC endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan's Senate primary, challenging Chuck Schumer and the Democratic establishment in a key progressive showdown.
The US economy added 57,000 jobs in June, well below expectations, as the unemployment rate ticked down to 4.2% and wage growth trailed inflation.
Melat Kiros defeats 15-term incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado's Democratic primary while Sen. Michael Bennet loses governor bid to AG Phil Weiser.
A new Fox News poll shows Sen. Jon Ossoff leading Republican Mike Collins 56% to 43% in Georgia's pivotal Senate race, with implications for control.
House Speaker Mike Johnson reveals in an exclusive interview how he maintains his relationship with President Trump while managing a House rebellion.
A dangerous heat wave is expanding across the eastern U.S., putting over 100 million at risk before July Fourth as power grids face record demand.
Authorities end a takeover at Bertie-Martin Regional Detention Center in North Carolina after inmates overpowered guards and seized control of the jail.
Three wildland firefighters died in a burnover on the Colorado-Utah border. The tragedy underscores the extreme dangers of the 2026 wildfire season.
The San Francisco Archdiocese agrees to pay $395 million to settle 530 clergy abuse lawsuits with unprecedented transparency reforms.
NYT/Siena poll shows James Talarico tied with Ken Paxton at 47% in Texas Senate race, signaling a potential shift in the deep red state.
One killed and another critically injured in a shooting at a World Cup fan zone in San Jose, California, the latest during the 2026 tournament.
At least four people are dead after severe flooding from heavy rains swept across Kentucky. Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency.
Authorities found 117 dead dogs at Miranda's Rescue in California, a 'no-kill' shelter. Many had gunshot wounds. The FBI and USDA are investigating.
DSA candidates sweep NYC primaries as union leaders denounce 'communists' and warn of labor exodus, exposing deep rifts over the party's future.
Pete Buttigieg was separated from his 4-year-old twins for 24 hours after a false CPS report, highlighting a disturbing new form of political swatting.
Sen. Elissa Slotkin demands new Democratic leadership after primary losses. The DNC launches affordability events as governors send Guard to D.C.
Sen. Elissa Slotkin calls for new Democratic leadership after primary losses, while the DNC plans affordability events to counter Trump.
Far-left candidates backed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani toppled three establishment Democrats in New York primaries, exposing deep party divisions.
Five years after the Surfside condo collapse killed 98, survivors, families and first responders still grapple with trauma, grief and unanswered questions.
Utah's GOP primary saw Celeste Maloy defeat MAGA-aligned Phil Lyman decisively, offering clues about the Republican Party's direction after Trump.
Descendants of Custer and Sitting Bull reflect on a 150-year-old battle that still shapes identities, family legacies, and unfinished business.
President Trump unveiled a converted Qatari Boeing 747 as the new Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, replacing a 36-year-old aircraft.
Three GOP senators leaving Congress are forming a 'YOLO Caucus,' using their final months to challenge Trump on Iran, nominations, and spending.
Outgoing Republican senators dubbed the 'YOLO Caucus' are breaking with Trump on key votes, threatening his legislative agenda ahead of the 2026 midterms.
The congressional redistricting battle is poised to reignite for the 2028 elections as both parties position for advantage after a landmark court ruling.
A new gerrymandering fight is brewing ahead of 2028 after the Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act. Both parties are positioning to redraw maps.
Tensions between Trump and Republican senators escalate over voting rights, intelligence leadership, and the Iran deal ahead of midterms.
A new book by a former McCarthy aide details Trump's expletive-filled threats to Republican lawmakers, revealing intra-party intimidation.
AP-NORC poll: Most Americans see civil liberties like voting and free speech under threat, yet view them as core to the nation's identity.
Tuesday's primaries delivered mixed results for Trump. His picks swept Senate races, but Rick Jackson defeated Trump's choice in Georgia's governor runoff.
Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff's viral speeches spark 2028 presidential speculation as he fights for re-election in a critical swing state race.
A U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight crew members. Investigation underway.
George Conway, the Never-Trump lawyer, is running for Congress in Manhattan vowing to launch a third impeachment effort against President Donald Trump.
Senate Democrats block bipartisan bills, including FISA renewal, in an escalating strategy to counter President Trump's agenda and personnel picks.
Progressive Democratic incumbents face unprecedented primary challenges in 2026 as anti-incumbent fervor and generational divides reshape the party.
Multiple tornadoes struck Illinois and Indiana on June 11, damaging hundreds of buildings and leaving thousands without power. No fatalities were reported.
Colorado State University reduces its 2026 hurricane forecast to 11 named storms as a strong Super El Niño is expected to suppress Atlantic activity.
Graham Platner won the Maine Democratic Senate primary, overcoming controversies to challenge Susan Collins. Results from South Carolina and California.
Twelve wounded in shooting near Toledo's Old West End Festival. Police search for two suspects as community grapples with the violence.
Six people were wounded in a stabbing at New York's Penn Station. The suspect, Hector Deleon, 51, was taken into custody by Amtrak police.
Federal arson trial begins for Jonathan Rinderknecht, accused of starting the Palisades Fire that killed 12 and destroyed 6,837 structures in Los Angeles.
An FBI-led grand conspiracy investigation into alleged deep state plot against Trump has ended careers and undercut DOJ credibility, NYT reports.
Research shows ideological sorting between red and blue states is driven by taxes, safety, and housing costs, not just political affiliation.
Nithya Raman overtakes Spencer Pratt for second place in LA's mayoral primary, setting up a potential November showdown with Mayor Karen Bass.
Diana Smith, 23, was charged with hate crimes after choking a Jewish nurse on a NYC subway while yelling antisemitic remarks, as hate crimes surge 70%.
President Trump pardons former Rep. Steve Buyer, who served 22 months for insider trading. The pardon is backed by over 50 GOP lawmakers.
Sen. Josh Hawley fumes as four Republican senators join Democrats to block Trump's SAVE Act voter ID legislation for a second time.
Senate passes $70B ICE and Border Patrol funding package 52-47, a win for Trump amid GOP divisions over a controversial settlement fund.
President Trump maintains immunity from IRS tax audits after settling a $10B lawsuit, as a controversial $1.8B fund is scrapped but protections remain.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill announces $12M increase to immigrant legal defense fund amid violent protests, hunger strikes at Newark's Delaney Hall ICE facility.
Senator Susan Collins cast her 10,000th consecutive Senate vote, a historic milestone marking nearly 30 years of perfect attendance since 1997.
Opening statements in Karmelo Anthony trial: Prosecution says teen's track meet stabbing was murder; defense claims self-defense in Frisco, Texas case.
A North Carolina Outer Banks home collapsed into the Atlantic on Tuesday, the 32nd since 2020, as coastal erosion accelerates and hurricane season begins.
Steve Hilton holds a narrow lead in California's gubernatorial primary as mail-in ballots remain uncounted. Karen Bass advances to LA mayoral runoff.
Jill Biden feared Joe Biden had a stroke after his disastrous 2024 debate against Donald Trump, a new memoir reveals. Doctors checked him immediately.
Five people including two children died when a charter bus struck multiple vehicles in an I-95 work zone in Virginia. The driver faces pending charges.
Brookings report: 45.5% of U.S. households couldn't cover necessities in 2024, as stagnant wages and rising costs deepen the affordability crisis.
Eight confirmed dead, three missing after a 900,000-gallon caustic chemical tank implodes at Nippon Dynawave paper mill in Longview, Washington.
A natural gas explosion destroyed a Dallas apartment building in Oak Cliff, killing three people including a child. The NTSB is investigating.
A bus crashed into six vehicles on I-95 in Virginia early Friday, killing five and injuring 34. The NTSB is investigating.
Waukegan Alderman Sylvia Sims Bolton turned herself in after allegedly casting her dead mother's mail-in ballot. The ballot was flagged and never counted.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she wouldn't run for president in 2028, then backtracked hours later, highlighting Democratic leadership uncertainty.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faces a tight re-election race as wildfires, homelessness, and a celebrity challenger test her leadership in the June 2 vote.
Jill Biden's new memoir reveals she feared Joe Biden was having a stroke during the 2024 debate and questions whether transparency would have been better.
Weekly US jobless claims rose to 215,000, but layoffs remain historically low despite economic uncertainty from the Iran war and rising oil prices.
California declares emergency as faulty chemical tank at GKN Aerospace heats up, forcing over 44,000 residents to evacuate.
Police confiscated 26 guns from a San Diego mosque shooter's home a year before the attack, raising questions about missed warning signs.
Federal agents seized 500 pounds of cocaine aboard an oil tanker at the Port of Los Angeles. Cartel members radioed the vessel demanding drugs.
A failing chemical tank in Garden Grove threatens to spill or explode, forcing 40,000 residents to evacuate as crews race to prevent disaster.
Trump's $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund triggers an unprecedented GOP rebellion, derailing an Iran war vote and immigration package.
Nikole Hannah-Jones warns the civil rights era is collapsing as the Supreme Court guts the Voting Rights Act and states eliminate Black districts.
NYT/Siena College poll shows Democrats leading Republicans 50% to 39% on generic ballot, with Trump approval at second-term low of 37%.
NYC Mayor Mamdani's rift with pro-Israel Jewish leaders deepens over Nakba Day video, executive orders, and a boycott of his Jewish Heritage event.
Three people died and 18 first responders were decontaminated after exposure to an unidentified substance at a home in Mountainair, New Mexico.
Two teens who killed three at the Islamic Center of San Diego called themselves 'Sons of Tarrant,' citing the Christchurch mosque shootings as inspiration.
Severe storms threaten Memorial Day travel with flooding from Texas to the Northeast. Over 1,000 flights delayed, flash flood watches in effect.
A growing group of politically insulated Republicans is increasingly breaking with Trump, threatening his legislative agenda ahead of the midterms.
NYT/Siena poll shows Democrats leading by 11 points as Trump sinks to 37% approval, but internal party divisions threaten their electoral strategy.
FBI reveals San Diego mosque shooters met online and left writings expressing hate. Three men killed defending the Islamic Center are hailed as heroes.
Wildfires in California, severe storms in the Midwest, and a record-breaking heat wave in the Northeast hit millions of Americans.