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1 week ago
Suspect in shooting of 2 Chicago officers allegedly pulled handgun from under blanket at hospital
“This shooting was a stark and heartbreaking reminder of the dangers our officers face all too often on this job,” the superintendent said.
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Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California
The California man arrested in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner is a highly educated tutor and amateur video game developer opposed to the policies of President Donald Trump.
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Tornadoes in northern Texas leave at least 2 dead and destroy multiple homes
A tornado-producing thunderstorm left at least two people dead in northern Texas and displaced at least 20 families, with many homes sustaining major damage, authorities said Sunday.
1 week ago
Shots fired as gunman charges toward ballroom at White House correspondents’ dinner. Trump unharmed
The president was uninjured and was rushed off the stage.
2 weeks ago
A violent tornado tears through Oklahoma town, damaging 40 homes but sparing lives
Raeann Hunt scrambled to her cellar as a tornado bore down on her Oklahoma community. "It is headed right for us," she recalled thinking, as she peeked outside, unable to contain her curiosity.
2 weeks ago
US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K Polymarket bet on Maduro raid
A U.S. special forces soldier involved in the military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been charged with using classified information about the mission to win more than $400,000 in an online betting market, federal officials announced Thursday.
2 weeks ago
Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift
President Donald Trump's acting attorney general on Thursday signed an order reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug, a major policy shift long sought by advocates who said cannabis should never have been treated like heroin by the federal government.
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Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80
U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died. He was 80.
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Inside the Kennedy Center as it prepares for a 2-year renovation
Away from the political controversy that has consumed the iconic performing arts venue for the better part of President Donald Trump's second term, Matt Floca, the Kennedy Center's new executive director and chief operating officer, guided a group of journalists through the building Wednesday.
2 weeks ago
Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations
Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.
2 weeks ago
Pennsylvania high school history instructor named nation’s Teacher of the Year
A high school history teacher in Pennsylvania who helps students look inward to find their strengths and outward to find community inside and outside the classroom has been named the 2026 National Teacher of the Year.
2 weeks ago
And they’re off: Fastest Boston Marathon field ever has wind at its back as it starts the race
The fastest field in Boston Marathon history left Hopkinton on Monday morning for the 130th edition of the world's oldest and most prestigious annual marathon, riding cool weather and a tailwind on its 26.2-mile (42.1945-kilometer) journey to Copley Square.
2 weeks ago
Fred Richard wins 2nd straight all-around crown, Stanford wins 11th NCAA gymnastics championship
Competition was held at the University of Illinois.
3 weeks ago
UPDATE: Powerful winds and reported tornadoes rip through the Midwest, leaving heavy damage but no deaths
“We are extremely fortunate that this storm did not result in loss of life or serious injury,” Stephenson County Sheriff Steve Stovall said of the storm that hit Lena, Illinois, on Friday.
3 weeks ago
School cell phone ban, human composting bills among hundreds advancing in Springfield
House approves new privacy rules for abortion care.
3 weeks ago
House approves Pritzker initiative to regulate social media algorithms
Plan seeks to make children’s social media feeds less addictive.
3 weeks ago
Latin American history, pet custody bills advance in Springfield ahead of deadline
Lawmakers moving dozens of measures as legislature enters final 6-week stretch.
3 weeks ago
Bears have plenty of options in NFL draft in trying to improve team
The Bears could use some more help protecting Caleb Williams and taking down the other team's quarterback.
3 weeks ago
Connor Bedard’s next contract is a top priority for the Blackhawks in an important offseason
“We'll get that done, and we'll get to work soon on that," Davidson said.
3 weeks ago
Federal officials order flight cuts at Chicago O’Hare to reduce airport delays
“If you book a ticket, we want you and your family to have the certainty that you’ll fly without endless delays and cancellations,” Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said in a statement.
