Cornyn, Tillis appear ready to confirm Blanche as AG
Outgoing senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) have released a joint statement saying they are ready to advance the nomination of Todd Blanche for Attorney General through a vote on Tuesday in the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Outgoing senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) have released a joint statement saying they are ready to advance the nomination of Todd Blanche for Attorney General through a vote on Tuesday in the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Uber driver pulls gun, fatally shot, sheriff says
A license plate reader in Polk County, Florida led deputies to a suspect with an outstanding probation violation warrant before a confrontation ended in a fatal shooting, according to Sheriff Grady Judd. Deputies said they found 46-year-old Larry Riles in a dark blue Chevy Captiva parked in front of a Subway near Walbash and Memorial Boulevard. Riles, an Uber driver whose vehicle carried an Uber sign in the windshield, backed into a parking spot to hide his license plate after noticing deputies in the area, according to Judd.
A license plate reader in Polk County, Florida led deputies to a suspect with an outstanding probation violation warrant before a confrontation ended in a fatal shooting, according to Sheriff Grady Judd. Deputies said they found 46-year-old Larry Riles in a dark blue Chevy Captiva parked in front of a Subway near Walbash and Memorial Boulevard. Riles, an Uber driver whose vehicle carried an Uber sign in the windshield, backed into a parking spot to hide his license plate after noticing deputies in the area, according to Judd.
Spokane, WA wildfires forces 60,000 to evacuate; 0% containment
Three wildfires surrounding Spokane forced more than 60,000 people to evacuate as flames destroyed at least 600 structures across Spokane County, officials said.
Three wildfires surrounding Spokane forced more than 60,000 people to evacuate as flames destroyed at least 600 structures across Spokane County, officials said.
WA wildfires force 60,000 to evacuate
Officials say 600 buildings burned in fires near Spokane, Washington. Thousands of people were evacuated.
Officials say 600 buildings burned in fires near Spokane, Washington. Thousands of people were evacuated.
SWAT update on deadly stabbing in WA
SWAT responded to a deadly stabbing near Bonney Lake, Washington. Officials say the suspect was barricaded. Deputies responded around 5 a.m. to the scene.
SWAT responded to a deadly stabbing near Bonney Lake, Washington. Officials say the suspect was barricaded. Deputies responded around 5 a.m. to the scene.
Trump: New talks on Iran will begin Monday
President Donald Trump said new talks to wind down the war in Iran will start Monday, after announcing he is holding off on new "massive" strikes he had threatened to unleash on the country.
President Donald Trump said new talks to wind down the war in Iran will start Monday, after announcing he is holding off on new "massive" strikes he had threatened to unleash on the country.
Celebrating summer with mezcal cocktails
Mezquila bartender Isael Adan walks us through the world of mezcal and mixing two easy mezcal cocktails you can recreate at home.
Mezquila bartender Isael Adan walks us through the world of mezcal and mixing two easy mezcal cocktails you can recreate at home.
Flash flooding threatens New York City
New York City and the surrounding area is being threatened by the potential for extreme flash flooding. FOX 5 New York's Jessica Formoso joined LiveNOW's Carel Lajara with more on what to expect.
New York City and the surrounding area is being threatened by the potential for extreme flash flooding. FOX 5 New York's Jessica Formoso joined LiveNOW's Carel Lajara with more on what to expect.
Trump cancels US strikes on Iran, says talks planned
President Donald Trump said Sunday night that he had canceled planned strikes on Iran, as Tehran had asked for renewed peace talks to take place on Monday; however, Iranian officials dispute the claims. Janatan Sayeh with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) joined LiveNOW's Carel Lajara with the latest out of the Middle East.
President Donald Trump said Sunday night that he had canceled planned strikes on Iran, as Tehran had asked for renewed peace talks to take place on Monday; however, Iranian officials dispute the claims. Janatan Sayeh with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) joined LiveNOW's Carel Lajara with the latest out of the Middle East.
Maryland politics: Lawmakers convene on redistricting
Lawmakers in Maryland are convening for a special session all related to redistricting, a topic that's now front-and-center nationwide with several states doing the same. FOX 5 DC's Melanie Alnwick joined LiveNOW's Carel Lajara to explain the latest.
Lawmakers in Maryland are convening for a special session all related to redistricting, a topic that's now front-and-center nationwide with several states doing the same. FOX 5 DC's Melanie Alnwick joined LiveNOW's Carel Lajara to explain the latest.
Wisconsin gold buying scam, woman loses more than $400,000
A Wisconsin woman thought she was protecting her money from identity thieves. Instead, she lost almost everything.
A Wisconsin woman thought she was protecting her money from identity thieves. Instead, she lost almost everything.
Squash: one of America's fastest-growing sports
Squash has risen in popularity across the United States, and how the National Squash League has a new CEO, 28-year-old Spencer Lovejoy who's looking to grow the league even further. Spencer joined Adam Llorens on LiveNOW from FOX with more on the National Squash League and how he first got involved in the sport.
Squash has risen in popularity across the United States, and how the National Squash League has a new CEO, 28-year-old Spencer Lovejoy who's looking to grow the league even further. Spencer joined Adam Llorens on LiveNOW from FOX with more on the National Squash League and how he first got involved in the sport.
Sophie Cunningham talks with Cheryl Reeve after comments on trans athletes
Cheryl Reeve and Sophie Cunningham had a mid-court chat on Sunday before the Minnesota Lynx took on the Indiana Fever, one day after Reeve had some strong words for Cunningham's comments on transgender athletes.
Cheryl Reeve and Sophie Cunningham had a mid-court chat on Sunday before the Minnesota Lynx took on the Indiana Fever, one day after Reeve had some strong words for Cunningham's comments on transgender athletes.
Police identify Idaho In-N-Out shooting suspect
LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with law enforcement expert Jamie Copenhaver as police in Idaho identify the suspected gunman after a deadly shooting at a local restaurant took place over the weekend. Police said they are confident 24-year-old Chad Williams was the only shooter. Investigators have not released a motive and said the investigation remains ongoing.
LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with law enforcement expert Jamie Copenhaver as police in Idaho identify the suspected gunman after a deadly shooting at a local restaurant took place over the weekend. Police said they are confident 24-year-old Chad Williams was the only shooter. Investigators have not released a motive and said the investigation remains ongoing.
Hamas disarmament deal faces concerns from Israel
More news is coming in this week as President Donald Trump says he will halt new strikes against Iran for now. In his social media post this weekend, Trump said Israel is joining his commitment to end the war by implementing the ceasefire deal. Israel did not publicly comment on the announcement. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein with the @Israel-Palestine-Report as reports emerge that indicate Israel has now shared “serious security concerns” with the White House surrounding a proposed disarmament deal with Hamas.
More news is coming in this week as President Donald Trump says he will halt new strikes against Iran for now. In his social media post this weekend, Trump said Israel is joining his commitment to end the war by implementing the ceasefire deal. Israel did not publicly comment on the announcement. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein with the @Israel-Palestine-Report as reports emerge that indicate Israel has now shared “serious security concerns” with the White House surrounding a proposed disarmament deal with Hamas.
Iran says Hormuz won't return to pre-war state
Reuters reporter Phil Stewart joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East. President Trump said he called off an attack against Iran Saturday night after regional allies reached the parameters of a deal to end the war. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz will not return to the status it was before the war started.
Reuters reporter Phil Stewart joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East. President Trump said he called off an attack against Iran Saturday night after regional allies reached the parameters of a deal to end the war. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz will not return to the status it was before the war started.
Officials provide update on Spokane, WA wildfires
We are gathering more information this weekend as emergency responders in Washington issued emergency Level 3 evacuation orders as crews battled the Old Trails Fire. According to our partners at FOX 13 Seattle, fire officials are upstaffing extra equipment as windy, dry conditions create rapid fire spread risks across the Inland Northwest through the weekend. Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown, Gov. Bob Ferguson, Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove, and other elected and emergency officials gave an update on the efforts to contain the wildfires on Sunday.
We are gathering more information this weekend as emergency responders in Washington issued emergency Level 3 evacuation orders as crews battled the Old Trails Fire. According to our partners at FOX 13 Seattle, fire officials are upstaffing extra equipment as windy, dry conditions create rapid fire spread risks across the Inland Northwest through the weekend. Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown, Gov. Bob Ferguson, Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove, and other elected and emergency officials gave an update on the efforts to contain the wildfires on Sunday.
Trump gives weekend update on potential Iran deal
We learned this weekend that President Donald Trump plans to halt new strikes against Iran for now, citing a reported deal currently in the works that hopes to end the five-month war. "The U.S.A. is locked and loaded and ready to go against the Islamic Republic of Iran, at levels of Military Terror, Strength, and Power not seen since World War II," Trump recently said. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is getting the latest as President Trump arrives in Washington D.C. ahead of another busy week at the White House.
We learned this weekend that President Donald Trump plans to halt new strikes against Iran for now, citing a reported deal currently in the works that hopes to end the five-month war. "The U.S.A. is locked and loaded and ready to go against the Islamic Republic of Iran, at levels of Military Terror, Strength, and Power not seen since World War II," Trump recently said. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is getting the latest as President Trump arrives in Washington D.C. ahead of another busy week at the White House.
Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) injured in car crash
Representative Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries Sunday in a car crash while on her way to church, officials said. Police said the crash was a hit and run. A statement issued by her office said Kaptur is "active, alert, and being treated" for her injuries. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Representative Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries Sunday in a car crash while on her way to church, officials said. Police said the crash was a hit and run. A statement issued by her office said Kaptur is "active, alert, and being treated" for her injuries. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Trump announces pause in new Iran strikes
We are learning more this weekend as President Donald Trump says he will halt new strikes against Iran for now, citing a reported deal in the works to end the five-month war. Trump made the announcement on Saturday night. An official involved in the peace talks told The Associated Press that the deal calls for reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Daniel L. Davis, a senior fellow at Defense Priorities, as Iran’s defense minister said the country was "neither surprised nor passive" after Trump’s announcement.
We are learning more this weekend as President Donald Trump says he will halt new strikes against Iran for now, citing a reported deal in the works to end the five-month war. Trump made the announcement on Saturday night. An official involved in the peace talks told The Associated Press that the deal calls for reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Daniel L. Davis, a senior fellow at Defense Priorities, as Iran’s defense minister said the country was "neither surprised nor passive" after Trump’s announcement.