Best Buy names Jason Bonfig as next CEO, Corie Barry to step down in October

Best Buy announced Wednesday that Jason Bonfig will become the company’s next chief executive officer, succeeding current CEO Corie Barry, who plans to step down at the end of October.

Dave Mason, songwriter known as a co-founder of Traffic, has died at the age of 79

Songwriter and guitarist Dave Mason died Sunday at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada, according to a spokesperson confirmed to USA Today. No cause of death was announced. 

Virginia voters back redistricting plan, here’s what that means for seats in Congress

Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid‑decade redistricting plan that could improve Democrats’ chances of picking up as many as four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections, which will determine control of a narrowly divided Congress.

Mothballs found scattered at St. Pete Beach nesting site one week before protected birds arrive

Environmental advocates are raising alarms after what they call a deliberate act of sabotage at a key shorebird nesting site, just days before the protected birds are expected to arrive to nest.

Missing USF doctoral students may be together: Police

University of South Florida police and the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office are asking for help locating two missing USF students.

Southern Poverty Law Center accused of paying $3M to extremists

The Southern Poverty Law Center faces federal fraud and money laundering charges after investigators alleged the group secretly funded the same extremist organizations it claimed to oppose.

Elizabeth Smart wins top honors at Utah bodybuilding show: ‘I refuse to be ashamed’

Elizabeth Smart is redefining her legacy. After taking home top honors at the Wasatch Warrior bodybuilding competition in Salt Lake City, Smart opened up about her decision to stop hiding her fitness journey.

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 80 latest updates

Tuesday marks Day 80 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. Nancy disappeared from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1, and authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.

Starbucks announces its corporate office expansion in Nashville, TN

Seattle-based coffee giant Starbucks is investing $100 million to establish a new support office in Nashville, Tennessee, as part of a long-term growth strategy that includes creating 2,000 regional jobs over the next five years.

Minor league catcher turned in by Atlanta Braves following deadly I-75 hit-and-run crash: FHP

An 18-year-old Atlanta Braves minor league catcher was arrested for leaving the scene of a hit-and-run crash that killed a semi-tractor-trailer driver on I-75 in Manatee County Monday morning, according to troopers.

Victor Wembanyama named 2026 NBA Defensive Player of the Year in first unanimous vote

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama made NBA history on Monday as the first player to be unanimously named Defensive Player of the Year, becoming the youngest winner of the award at 22 years old.

Trump looks to settle $10 billion lawsuit with IRS - What it means for you?

President Donald Trump and the Internal Revenue Service are in talks to settle a $10 billion lawsuit over his leaked tax returns to the media. 

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 79 latest updates

Monday marks Day 79 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie.

Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million trucks over faulty transmission issue

Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 1.4 million trucks because the transmission could downshift into second gear unexpectedly.