Judge dismisses lawsuit by Yosemite ranger fired over transgender flag
In 2025, a Yosemite ranger hung a transgender flag on the famous rock wall known as El Capitan. The ranger was later fired and alleged…
Amazon sued over Ring facial recognition technology
A Virginia man filed a lawsuit against Amazon over Ring’s facial recognition software. The complaint alleges that the doorbell camera’s feature gathers and stores data of people without their consent.
Heat map: Here’s who’s least likely to have air conditioning
As summer temperatures climb, new Census Bureau data reveals that access to air conditioning isn't equal across all counties.
Karen Read sues police after acquittal in boyfriend’s murder
Karen Read, the woman acquitted of killing her police officer boyfriend, is suing police and officials, alleging an "embedded culture of bigotry, misogyny, systemic failures, and institutional rot."
$5K reward offered for information on deadly 2020 Houston shooting
In Dec. 2020, someone fired shots into Joshua Robles' vehicle while he was driving near the East Loop.
Water begins flowing into Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after renovations
WASHINGTON – Water began flowing back into the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Thursday following weeks of renovations to coat its massive granite basin. Read more Priest removed as exorcist…
Priest removed as exorcist after remarks about UFOs and demons
A prominent Catholic priest was removed from his role as an exorcist in his archdiocese after comments he made linking UFOs to the presence of demon activity in a recent…
Detective accused of pulling gun on officer over microwaved fish
A South Carolina detective has been arrested and fired after allegedly pointing his department-issued firearm at a fellow officer inside the Myrtle Beach Police Department, according to authorities.
Texas investigates Celsius, Alani Nu after lawsuit blames drink for teen’s death
Texas has launched an investigation into the beverage company Celsius Holdings, Inc., over concerns that the company is using youth-oriented branding to market highly caffeinated energy drinks to children and…
Brazoria County deputy identified in deadly Lake Jackson shooting of John Mendoza Jr.
The Brazoria County deputy who shot and killed an 18-year-old man in Lake Jackson has been identified.
Texas summer power demand could jump nearly 10% from last year, ERCOT says
The group charged with operating the bulk of the Texas power grid said this week they are preparing for a record level of electricity demand this summer.