Epstein files: discharge petition gains signatures needed to force US House vote
A discharge petition regarding the release of the Epstein files gained its 218th signature on Wednesday, the threshold needed to force a U.S. House vote on the matter.
A discharge petition regarding the release of the Epstein files gained its 218th signature on Wednesday, the threshold needed to force a U.S. House vote on the matter.
Rev. Jesse Jackson hospitalized in Chicago, family confirms
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Marshawn Kneeland’s girlfriend is pregnant, Dallas Cowboys coach reveals
Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer shared a heartbreaking new detail about Marshawn Kneeland’s family in the wake of his death. The 24-year-old player's girlfriend is pregnant with their first child.
Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer shared a heartbreaking new detail about Marshawn Kneeland’s family in the wake of his death. The 24-year-old player's girlfriend is pregnant with their first child.
Florida man indicted for sexual battery on children could face death penalty: ‘True evil’
On Wednesday, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that the state will seek the death penalty against a man who is accused of sexually battering children.
On Wednesday, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that the state will seek the death penalty against a man who is accused of sexually battering children.
Routine maintenance can extend the life of your water heater
This week, Tampa Bay area plumbers fielded calls of leaking water heaters after the drop in temperatures likely stressed the tanks.
This week, Tampa Bay area plumbers fielded calls of leaking water heaters after the drop in temperatures likely stressed the tanks.
Akon arrested in Georgia on outstanding warrant
Singer Akon was arrested in Chamblee, Georgia, on an outstanding warrant from Roswell police after Flock cameras alerted officers to his car; he was later released from the DeKalb County Jail.
Singer Akon was arrested in Chamblee, Georgia, on an outstanding warrant from Roswell police after Flock cameras alerted officers to his car; he was later released from the DeKalb County Jail.
Half-brother of 14-year-old Lakeland murder victim arrested in his 2018 cold case killing
The half-brother of a 14-year-old murder victim has been arrested in the teen’s 2018 shooting death.
The half-brother of a 14-year-old murder victim has been arrested in the teen’s 2018 shooting death.
Jane Goodall remembered at funeral service in DC
Jane Goodall, the conservationist renowned for her groundbreaking chimpanzee research documenting their personalities and use of tools, is being remembered at a funeral service at Washington National Cathedral in the nation’s capital.
Jane Goodall, the conservationist renowned for her groundbreaking chimpanzee research documenting their personalities and use of tools, is being remembered at a funeral service at Washington National Cathedral in the nation’s capital.
Dog causes shotgun to fire, striking owner inside Berks County home
Police in Berks County say a dog accidentally caused a shotgun to go off inside of a home, striking its owner in the back.
Police in Berks County say a dog accidentally caused a shotgun to go off inside of a home, striking its owner in the back.
Attorneys for Florida man accused of killing Gulfport teen he met on dating app wants Grindr records
Attorneys for Steven Gress are seeking additional evidence they believe could help in his defense. Gress is facing the death penalty in the murder of 16-year-old Miranda Corsette.
Attorneys for Steven Gress are seeking additional evidence they believe could help in his defense. Gress is facing the death penalty in the murder of 16-year-old Miranda Corsette.
Bay Area Harvard grad student launched new ‘Appstinence’ movement to quit social media
It’s a concept hard to fathom among many Gen Zers — ditching your smartphone and retiring from social media. But it's what recent Harvard alumna 24-year-old Gabriela Nguyen has fully embraced as she works to help others do the same.
It’s a concept hard to fathom among many Gen Zers — ditching your smartphone and retiring from social media. But it's what recent Harvard alumna 24-year-old Gabriela Nguyen has fully embraced as she works to help others do the same.
Target to reduce prices for food, essentials and household goods
Target is lowering the prices of food, essentials and household goods, the corporation announced Tuesday.
Target is lowering the prices of food, essentials and household goods, the corporation announced Tuesday.
San Francisco Muni driver asleep as speeding train tosses screaming riders
San Francisco Muni passengers screamed as they were jolted, some falling from their seats, when a light rail train traveled at an excessive speed while the driver dozed off to sleep, according to video footage.
San Francisco Muni passengers screamed as they were jolted, some falling from their seats, when a light rail train traveled at an excessive speed while the driver dozed off to sleep, according to video footage.
Veterans Day: Trump honors veterans at Arlington National Cemetery
President Donald Trump marked Veterans Day with a ceremony Tuesday at Arlington National Cemetery.
President Donald Trump marked Veterans Day with a ceremony Tuesday at Arlington National Cemetery.
Mavs GM Nico Harrison fired after dismal start to 2025-26 season
It's official. The Dallas Mavericks have fired general manager Nico Harrison after a disappointing 3–8 start to the 2025–26 NBA season.
It's official. The Dallas Mavericks have fired general manager Nico Harrison after a disappointing 3–8 start to the 2025–26 NBA season.
18 passengers being evaluated after people mover hits dock at Dulles Airport
A mobile lounge transporting passengers to Concourse D at Dulles Airport struck the dock at an angle on Monday afternoon, injuring 18 people.
A mobile lounge transporting passengers to Concourse D at Dulles Airport struck the dock at an angle on Monday afternoon, injuring 18 people.
Fights break out ahead of Turning Point USA event on UC Berkeley campus
Fights and altercations broke out Monday night at the University of California, Berkeley, as Turning Point USA held its final campus tour stop of the year.
Fights and altercations broke out Monday night at the University of California, Berkeley, as Turning Point USA held its final campus tour stop of the year.
Target requires workers to smile at customers in hopes of boosting sales: Report
Target is hoping a new policy, that requires workers to smile at customers who come within 10 feet of them, will help the company boost sales heading into the holidays.
Target is hoping a new policy, that requires workers to smile at customers who come within 10 feet of them, will help the company boost sales heading into the holidays.
Rudy Giuliani among several pardoned by President Trump
President Donald Trump has pardoned former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, ex‑chief of staff Mark Meadows and several others accused of supporting efforts to overturn the 2020 election, according to the Justice Department.
President Donald Trump has pardoned former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, ex‑chief of staff Mark Meadows and several others accused of supporting efforts to overturn the 2020 election, according to the Justice Department.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott launches 2026 re-election campaign
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his re-election bid for a fourth term in 2026, aiming to become the state's longest-serving governor while emphasizing continued economic growth and conservative policies.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his re-election bid for a fourth term in 2026, aiming to become the state's longest-serving governor while emphasizing continued economic growth and conservative policies.