74-year-old woman, 2-year-old child die after drowning at Harris County pond
A 74-year-old woman died and a 2-year-old child was hospitalized after they were pulled from a neighborhood pond in northeast Harris County, authorities said.
How Mount St. Helens eruption transformed volcanic monitoring in WA
The 1980 Mount St. Helens eruption remains the deadliest in U.S. history, fundamentally changing how scientists monitor volcanic activity.
Millions expected to visit the US this summer for 2026 World Cup
With the FIFA World Cup set to kick off in just a few weeks, travelers are preparing to head to the United States. The tournament, which begins in June, is…
‘Rachel Dolezal’ back in spotlight after revealing new career choice
The woman formerly known as Rachel Dolezal is back in the spotlight after revealing a new and unconventional career path.
ICE agent charged in Minneapolis shooting of Venezuelan man
An ICE agent is facing several felony charges in connection with the January shooting of a Julio Sosa-Celis, a Venezuelan national, in Minneapolis.
Seasoning sold at Walmart recalled over salmonella concerns
Food and Drug Administration officials said this new recall covers Blackstone Parmesan Ranch seasoning products because the items might be contaminated with salmonella.
New study shows increase in cruise demand despite recent outbreaks
The demand for vacations going on a cruise remains high, despite recent outbreaks of multiple viruses reported aboard cruise ships this month.
Texas felon sentenced to 14 years in federal prison after grabbing officer’s gun during courtroom brawl
A Liberty, Texas, man with a felony record has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison after grabbing a law enforcement officer's gun during a courtroom brawl last year,…
Coast Guard searching for missing kayaker near Galveston Bay
The U.S. Coast Guard Heartland reports they are searching for a missing kayaker near Galveston Bay.
Trump drops $10 billion lawsuit against IRS over leaked tax records
President Donald Trump has moved to withdraw his $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns.
Judge rules on what evidence can be used in Luigi Mangione trial
The defense is seeking to suppress the evidence, including a gun, silencer and journal, arguing police conducted an unlawful warrantless search.