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National discussion intensifies over violence prevention and identity factors in recent shootings, as experts call for stronger intervention systems.
Trump's upcoming State of the Union address could spark viral moments like Reagan's guest acknowledgment, Pelosi tearing up Trump's speech, and Biden's exchanges.
TSA PreCheck and Global Entry services suspended starting Sunday due to government shutdown affecting Department of Homeland Security operations.
Trump-Kennedy Center vandalism suspect accused of pouring toxic substance on outdoor ice rink as federal authorities investigate what officials described as a "targeted attack."
Los Angeles woman warns against portable chargers after hers caught fire in bed, forcing her to scream for neighbors to call 911 for emergency help.
Pennsylvania high school senior Zachariah Abraham Meyers faces over 300 felony charges after authorities allege he operated a 'criminal network' involving sextortion and catfishing.
Sheriff Chad Bianco responds after polling cited by the New York Post shows two Republicans leading California’s crowded governor race.
The Princess of Wales attended an England vs Ireland rugby match Saturday after ex-Prince Andrew's arrest. King Charles has expressed his "deepest concern" over the scandal.
Bono and U2 face criticism over new protest song "American Obituary" targeting Trump's policies. Critics argue the aging rock star misrepresents facts.
Team China's Eileen Gu celebrates Team USA's Alysa Liu's gold medal as the two Chinese American athletes continue their different Olympic journeys.
Five-time Olympian Kallie Armbruster Humphries and teammate Jasmine Jones took the bronze medal for Team USA in the two-woman bobsleigh, finishing behind two German teams.
DNA challenges have complicated the Nancy Guthrie missing person case as mixed samples delay analysis, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos says, but investigation continues despite setbacks.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom backs social media age limits, supporting legislation to restrict platform access for teens in bipartisan state bill.
Michael Imperioli says many "Sopranos" characters would be Trump supporters despite being immigrants. The HBO star discusses politics and the show's themes.
The FBI launched a federal investigation after an ICE warehouse in Surprise, Arizona, was allegedly damaged. The ATF is assisting in a probe of fire evidence.
Heartwarming update: "Jet Blue" the goldendoodle abandoned at Las Vegas airport finds forever home with the police officer who helped rescue him in the first place.
Helium flow issue forces NASA to consider rolling back Artemis II rocket from launch pad. The technical problem threatens a March launch of the crewed moon mission.
Experts and local authorities weigh in on the likelihood that missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie was taken across the Arizona-Mexico border, citing security measures.
NYC requires multiple forms of ID for emergency snow shovelers, but not for most voters, as city braces for first blizzard warning in nearly a decade.
Joanna Cassidy talks dating Alan Hamel, Suzanne Somers' widower, in candid podcast interview, sharing they began dating a year ago after knowing each other for many years.
Trump pulled his endorsement of Rep. Jeff Hurd after the Colorado Republican cited Congress’ constitutional authority over trade policy amid a tariff dispute.
USA and Canada will face off for men’s Olympic hockey gold, promising another epic chapter in a rivalry that defines international competition and national pride.
Trump would join Lincoln, Kennedy, Reagan and five other presidents with airports bearing their names if Florida's Palm Beach renaming plan moves forward.
St. Louis coach Josh Schertz downplayed a brawl the broke out between Saint Louis and VCU, describing it as a "typical basketball fight."