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Federal Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino and agents said to be leaving Chicago, sources say
Bovino is the top official on the ground leading the Trump administration’s efforts.
British Muslim commentator Sami Hamdi agrees to leave US after immigration detention
The British political commentator was on a speaking tour in the U.S. when he was...
Trump touts high approval rating among veterans on the ‘Pat McAfee Show’
On the "Pat McAfee Show," President Donald Trump described what Veterans Day means to him,...
In Arizona, a fading Route 66 motel hides a story of the Navajo Code Talkers
Only two of the Navajo Code Talkers are still alive. The Route 66 motel where...
14 current or ex-Mississippi law enforcement officers plead not guilty in drug-trafficking scheme
Two sheriffs allegedly accepted bribes from someone they thought was part of a Mexican cartel.
Bah humbug? Air Force Base in Florida orders removal of Christmas decorations
Winter decorations can be displayed on housing units at Tyndall Air Force Base in Panama...
Mamdani names longtime civil servant Fuleihan to be his first deputy mayor
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has announced he will have veteran civil servant Dean...
Largest US aircraft carrier has moved to Caribbean amid Venezuela conflict
In an effort to disrupt the supply of drug cartels, the Trump administration has significantly...
Founding Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley died from injuries suffered in fall, autopsy shows
Frehley died on Oct. 16 a few weeks after the fall occurred.
Everything you need for Thanksgiving dinner for $40? Turkey Day grocery deals
Some grocers are offering entire Thanksgiving meals and discount packages, while others have specific products...
Republican House budget committee chairman says he will not seek reelection
The chairman of the House Budget Committee, Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Tex., said in a video...
WWII nurses who dodged bullets and saved lives deserve Congressional honor, lawmakers say
The nurses were trailblazers who paved the way for nursing in the military today.
Sally Kirkland, stage and screen star who earned an Oscar nomination in ‘Anna,’ dies at age 84
She shared the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in “The Sting.”
How Trump’s proposed $2,000 tariff-funded dividend payout can become reality
For President Donald Trump's proposal of sending $2,000 checks to Americans from tariff revenue to...
Christian missionary father and daughter died when plane bound for Jamaica crashed in Florida
Christian missionary organization Ignite the Fire says the pair was bringing humanitarian aid to Jamaica.
The Dow rallies 550 points to a record
Most U.S. stocks rose and carried the market back to where it was before last...
Trump says Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene ‘lost her way’ for calling him out on inflation
President Donald Trump accused Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., of “catering to the other side”...
Utah judge approves Democratic-favored congressional map for 2026 elections
Judge Dianna Gibson issued her decision just before midnight Monday, ruling that the Legislature’s Map...
ByHeart recalls all baby formula sold nationwide as infant botulism outbreak grows
Parents and caregivers who have the formula in their homes should immediately stop using it.
Everyday volunteers are providing stopgap services during the shutdown in a show of community power
Volunteers are strengthening social ties they hope will continue making their neighbors whole during the...
A 50-year mortgage? Administration exploring housing affordability options
Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte said the administration is “working on” a plan...
US Catholic bishops select conservative culture warrior to lead them during Trump’s second term
In choosing Coakley, the bishops are doubling down on their conservative bent.
NRF points to ‘momentum’ for holiday shopping that’s expected to pass $1 trillion
National Retail Federation President and CEO Matthew Shay said consumer sentiment doesn’t seem to be...
There’s no timeline on when flight cuts will ease up after the government shutdown ends
The cuts are set to rise to 10% Friday.
Supreme Court extends its order blocking full SNAP payments
The justices chose what is effectively the path of least resistance.
Senate passes bill to reopen government. Maryland senators oppose.
The funding package passed 60 to 40, with seven Democrats and one Independent in favor....
Trump pardons man who took brief detour as he ran up and down Wyoming’s Grand Teton in record time
The pardon for Michelino Sunseri appeared apolitical.
Government shutdown will have lasting effects on National Guard, advocates say
Military services are grappling with an inability to fully discharge active duty service members.
18 people sent to hospital after mobile lounge crashes at Dulles airport
DULLES, Va. (AP) — A vehicle transporting passengers at a Washington, D.C.-area airport hit a...
Trump asks Supreme Court to throw out E. Jean Carroll’s $5 million verdict
A three-judge appellate panel upheld the verdict in December 2024.
‘I’m a No!’: Maryland Democrats balk at shutdown deal missing health subsidies
Frustrated Maryland congressional Democrats said Monday they won’t vote for a U.S. Senate plan to...
After mistaken deportation, US asks judge to let it send Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia
Government attorneys are asking a judge to dissolve an order blocking his deportation.
Gov. Hochul pushes back on New York City mayor-elect’s plan for free buses
During a news conference at the SOMOS political retreat in Puerto Rico over the weekend,...
Deployment of West Virginia National Guard members in nation’s capital can continue: judge
Gov. Patrick Morrisey authorized the deployment to support Trump’s crime-fighting efforts.
Presents to arrive in time for the holidays, but may be more expensive
Consumers should brace for price increases as retailers pass tariff costs along.
Wendy’s to close hundreds of US stores in bid to halt falling profit
The company also plans to shift its marketing to emphasize its value.
Suburban Chicago dad headed to store with toddler says they were pepper-sprayed by federal agents
Rafael Veraza said the incident happened in a Sam’s Club parking lot.
Supreme Court hears arguments on suing for religious-freedom law violations
Supreme Court justices on Monday listened to representatives of Damon Landor, a prisoner who gave...
Drug dealer granted clemency by Trump sent back to prison for violating terms of his release
Jonathan Braun was sentenced to 27 months behind bars by a federal judge.
Small plane crashes in lake behind Florida home
A small plane crashed into a lake behind a home, officials have confirmed.
Christine Pelosi announces state Senate bid, passes on mom’s seat in Congress
Christine Pelosi, 59, announced Monday that she won't be running for Congress, instead saying she...
Photos of Americans turning to food pantries as shutdown drags on
Financial struggles are compounded by SNAP facing delays.
U.S. military sinks two boats in Pacific, kills six alleged narco-terrorists
The United States military struck two vessels moving in the Eastern Pacific on Sunday, killing...
Veterans Day: What’s open, what’s closed
Many Veterans Day celebrations have been canceled due to the government shutdown.
Senate approves bill to end the shutdown, sending it to the House
The legislation would still need to clear the House before the government could reopen.
Trump threatens $1 billion lawsuit over BBC documentary edit ahead of 2024 election
President Donald Trump is threatening to sue the British Broadcasting Corp. for at least $1...
World War II soldier laid to rest in New York after 83 years missing in action
It’s been 83 years since John Pagliuso was killed in action sometime around Oct. 5,...
The FDA removes a long-standing warning from hormone-based menopause drugs
The change is a break from more than 20 years of FDA policy.
Supreme Court will decide whether states can count late-arriving mail ballots, a Trump target
Mississippi is one of 16 states and the District of Columbia that accept mailed ballots...
Nvidia and Big Tech rally to help Wall Street recover most of last week’s drop
Nvidia was by far the strongest force lifting the market.
White House says US has a six-month streak of zero illegal border crossings
The Trump administration is touting that there haven't been any illegal border crossings in the...
Noem: Immigration and Customs Enforcement has more than 200,000 job applicants
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says “Americans are answering their country's call to serve and...
Supreme Court rejects call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide
The Supreme Court justices, without comment, turned away an appeal from former Kentucky court clerk...
Air Force Academy’s accreditation under review after cuts to civilian faculty
Concerned alumni and former faculty believe the academy is losing too many civilian Ph.D.-level instructors.
Trump pardons Giuliani, Powell and more for efforts to overturn 2020 election
U.S. Pardon Attorney Ed Martin announced the news on X, with the list including people...
Trump announces he will give $2,000 checks to Americans from tariff revenue
President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social: “A dividend of at least $2000 a person...
The latest US strikes on alleged drug boats kill 6 in the eastern Pacific
The dual strikes on Sunday bring the total number of known attacks up to 19...
Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani and others who backed efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss
Presidential pardons apply only to federal crimes.
Trump administration renews Supreme Court appeal to keep full SNAP payments frozen
Lower courts have ordered the government to keep all the money flowing.
While Trump threatens controllers, US flight cancellations will drag on even after shutdown ends
The FAA has reduced flights to reduce the pressure on air traffic controllers.
READER POLL: Will flight delays during government shutdown affect your vote in next election?
Travel chaos is mounting as the federal government shutdown forces the Federal Aviation Administration to...
US airlines’ daily cancellations exceed 2,700 as shutdown impact extends
WASHINGTON (AP) — Air traffic in the U.S. could “slow to a trickle” if the...
The U.S. was a leader in cultural heritage investigations. Now those agents are working immigration enforcement.
Homeland Security Investigations, the department's investigative arm, once had as many as eight agents in...
From a few to more than 350, children and parents ride together to school as a ‘bike bus’
Organizers hope the movement encourages elected officials to invest in safer biking infrastructure.
Pets contribute to greenhouse gases like us. Here’s how to reduce their carbon pawprint
Experts say there are ways to lower pets' impact via food and other factors.
Will Maryland National Guard riot control force stifle protests, elections?
"These on-call elements have existed for approximately 20 years in every state and territory as...
Senate takes first step toward ending the government shutdown
The Senate voted 60-40 to move toward passing compromise legislation to fund the government and...
What to know about COP30, this year’s UN climate talks
By MELINA WALLING People from around the world are beginning to gather at the gateway...
FAA grounds MD-11 planes following deadly Kentucky crash
By HALLIE GOLDEN and BRUCE SCHREINER LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — UPS and FedEx said they...
US airlines cancel more than 2,500 weekend flights largely due to government shutdown
By JOHN SEEWER U.S. airlines again canceled more than 1,000 flights on Saturday, the second...
Weekend session gets off to slow start in Senate as lawmakers look for a way out of shutdown
By MARY CLARE JALONICK, KEVIN FREKING and STEPHEN GROVES WASHINGTON (AP) — Senators are working...
OpenAI faces 7 lawsuits claiming ChatGPT drove people to suicide, delusions
The lawsuits claim GPT-4o was released despite warnings it was dangerously sycophantic and psychologically manipulative.
A study questions melatonin use and heart health but don’t lose sleep over it
Don’t lose sleep over headlines linking melatonin to heart failure.
Investigators look into ‘repeating bell’ heard during takeoff of UPS cargo plane that crashed
On the cockpit voice recording, a repeating bell began after the call for takeoff thrust.
The shutdown has disrupted air travel. Will that drive a surge in car rentals and train bookings?
Hertz is already reporting a sharp increase in one-way car rentals.
Frontier CEO urges passengers to buy backup plane tickets amid FAA cuts
Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle wrote in a LinkedIn post Thursday that passengers should buy...
ICE to open national call center to find unaccompanied migrant children
The Nashville center would be capable of handling 6,000 to 7,000 daily calls.
USAA launches 5-year, $500 million effort to help veterans, military families
The initiative is called "Honor Through Action," and it builds off USAA’s "Face the Fight" coalition to prevent...
Fox Sports lets go of Mark Sanchez and hires Drew Brees as NFL analyst
Brees will replace Sanchez on Fox’s No. 4 NFL crew.
James Watson, co-discoverer of the double-helix shape of DNA, has died at age 97
The breakthrough turned him into a hallowed figure, but he later faced professional censure for...
The government shutdown prompts the cancellation of some Veterans Day events
Despite the upheaval, some communities are still trying to find ways to honor veterans even...
Bannon warns conservatives of jail time if Republicans lose key elections
Former Donald Trump adviser Steve Bannon said at a speaking engagement this past week that...
US skips human rights review by UN body as countries appeal for its return next year
Council members expressed regret that the United States didn’t take part.
The ‘hard, slow work’ of reducing overdose deaths is having an effect
Illicit drug overdoses and the deaths they cause are trending down this year.
Trump pardons former Mets great Darryl Strawberry on past tax evasion and drug charges
Strawberry, an eight-time All-Star, struggled with legal and personal issues after his baseball career.
New York Fed: Americans’ household debt has hit a record $18.59 trillion
Total household debt increased by $197 billion, or 1%, in the third quarter. Credit card...
From Narcan to gun silencers, opioid settlement cash pays law enforcement tabs
Some places used settlement funds to maintain basic first responder services.
Trump’s energy secretary slams UN climate conference in Brazil, where US absence is glaring
Chris Wright called the climate movement a "hoax."
New Mormon apostle led a global temple building boom and has deep knowledge of church finances
Caussé brings to the panel an intimate knowledge of the church’s vast finances.
Crews are working to fix Alaska Native villages devastated by flooding. But will residents return?
A few communities imperiled by human-caused global warming have taken steps to relocate.
Female rivals for NY governor plan to tackle affordability with opposite strategies
The 2026 race for governor of New York could come down to two female lawmakers,...
Sock hops and concerts: How some places spent opioid settlement cash
States, counties, and cities are receiving millions in opioid settlement money to address the addiction...
From cradle to grave: There was something for everyone alive and otherwise at the Chicago funeral directors convention
You can learn a lot about your options for the afterlife at the annual trade...
A lesser-known Farmers’ Almanac will fold after 2 centuries, citing money trouble
The Farmers Almanac is not to be confused with its older, longtime competitor, The Old Farmer’s...
Woman rescues a beached shark in Oregon in striking video
Video shows her carrying it with one arm and releasing it into the ocean.
Deep in Trump country, coal miners with black lung say government is suffocating the ‘working man’
A rule to cut exposure to toxic silica dust is now in jeopardy.
Trump has accused boat crews of being narco-terrorists. The truth, AP found, is more nuanced
Venezuela’s ambassador to the U.N. called the attacks “extrajudicial executions.”