Teen pleads not guilty in stepsister's cruise death
We are now learning that Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, during a family cruise vacation, has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. This new information comes from recently released court records. Kepner, 18, was found dead in her cabin on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship on November 7, 2025. According to our partners at FOX 35 Orlando, records in an unrelated case indicate Kepner was found wrapped in a blanket under the bed. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is learning the latest on this case from FOX 35’s Esther Bower.
We are now learning that Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, during a family cruise vacation, has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. This new information comes from recently released court records. Kepner, 18, was found dead in her cabin on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship on November 7, 2025. According to our partners at FOX 35 Orlando, records in an unrelated case indicate Kepner was found wrapped in a blanket under the bed. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is learning the latest on this case from FOX 35’s Esther Bower.
Rockslide interrupts wedding
A couple who eloped in the Mojave Desert had an unexpected moment during their wedding, when a rockslide suddenly came crashing down.
A couple who eloped in the Mojave Desert had an unexpected moment during their wedding, when a rockslide suddenly came crashing down.
Two CIA agents killed in Mexico after drug bust
We are learning more as Mexico’s president is demanding answers after a crash killed two U.S. officials tied to a cartel-related operation. Reports indicate that the incident could reveal conflicting accounts over American involvement inside the country. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with former federal prosecutor, Neama Rahmani, as President Claudia Sheinbaum said her administration was not informed of any U.S. presence during the alleged operation.
We are learning more as Mexico’s president is demanding answers after a crash killed two U.S. officials tied to a cartel-related operation. Reports indicate that the incident could reveal conflicting accounts over American involvement inside the country. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with former federal prosecutor, Neama Rahmani, as President Claudia Sheinbaum said her administration was not informed of any U.S. presence during the alleged operation.
White House weighs $500M Spirit Airlines bailout
The Trump administration is currently considering a $500 million rescue package for Spirit Airlines as the carrier teeters on the brink of collapse. LiveNOW's Anna Marsick discussed the potential deal with Nick Ewen, from The Points Guy.
The Trump administration is currently considering a $500 million rescue package for Spirit Airlines as the carrier teeters on the brink of collapse. LiveNOW's Anna Marsick discussed the potential deal with Nick Ewen, from The Points Guy.
Bodies of 3 kids found in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis Police give an update after the remains of three children were found in a wooded area.
Memphis Police give an update after the remains of three children were found in a wooded area.
Trump: 8 Iranian protesters won't be executed
President Trump announced via Truth Social Wednesday that Iran will not execute eight woman accused of being involved in protests against the regime as previously planned. He said four of them will be released immediately while the other four will be sentenced to one month in prison.
President Trump announced via Truth Social Wednesday that Iran will not execute eight woman accused of being involved in protests against the regime as previously planned. He said four of them will be released immediately while the other four will be sentenced to one month in prison.
GA Democrat Rep. David Scott dies at 80
U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died. He was 80. Scott, who was seeking his 13th term in Congress despite challenges from within his party, was once a leading voice for his party on issues related to farm aid policy and food aid for consumers and a prominent Black member of the party’s moderate Blue Dog caucus.
U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died. He was 80. Scott, who was seeking his 13th term in Congress despite challenges from within his party, was once a leading voice for his party on issues related to farm aid policy and food aid for consumers and a prominent Black member of the party’s moderate Blue Dog caucus.
Longtime Georgia Congressman David Scott dies at 80
David Scott, a longtime Georgia congressman and former chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at the age of 80 after nearly five decades in elected office.
David Scott, a longtime Georgia congressman and former chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at the age of 80 after nearly five decades in elected office.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 81 latest updates
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 81 days. Authorities believe she was abducted from her Tucson-area home sometime between Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 81 days. Authorities believe she was abducted from her Tucson-area home sometime between Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.
Dave Mason, songwriter known as a co-founder of Traffic, has died at the age of 79
Songwriter and guitarist Dave Mason died Sunday at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada, according to a spokesperson confirmed to USA Today. No cause of death was announced.
Songwriter and guitarist Dave Mason died Sunday at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada, according to a spokesperson confirmed to USA Today. No cause of death was announced.
Virginia voters approve redistricting plan
Virginia voters went to the polls on Tuesday, approving a new redistricting plan that could give several extra U.S. House seats to Democrats. Nathaniel Rakich, Votebeat's Managing Editor spoke with LiveNOW's Christy Matino to discuss the potential impacts.
Virginia voters went to the polls on Tuesday, approving a new redistricting plan that could give several extra U.S. House seats to Democrats. Nathaniel Rakich, Votebeat's Managing Editor spoke with LiveNOW's Christy Matino to discuss the potential impacts.
Iran: IRGC attacks ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran says the Revolutionary Guard attacked several ships in the Strait of Hormuz after President Trump announced an indefinite continuation of the ceasefire. Fleur Hassan-Nahoum joined LiveNOW's Christy Matino to discuss the latest developments.
Iran says the Revolutionary Guard attacked several ships in the Strait of Hormuz after President Trump announced an indefinite continuation of the ceasefire. Fleur Hassan-Nahoum joined LiveNOW's Christy Matino to discuss the latest developments.
Virginia voters back redistricting plan, here’s what that means for seats in Congress
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid‑decade redistricting plan that could improve Democrats’ chances of picking up as many as four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections, which will determine control of a narrowly divided Congress.
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid‑decade redistricting plan that could improve Democrats’ chances of picking up as many as four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections, which will determine control of a narrowly divided Congress.
Republicans request details on dead & missing scientists
Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO) and Rep. James Comer (R-KY) have written to multiple agencies, including the FBI and NASA, requesting information and briefings about nearly a dozen nuclear and rocket scientists who are deceased or have been reported missing. Rep. Burlison joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to discuss the inquiry.
Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO) and Rep. James Comer (R-KY) have written to multiple agencies, including the FBI and NASA, requesting information and briefings about nearly a dozen nuclear and rocket scientists who are deceased or have been reported missing. Rep. Burlison joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to discuss the inquiry.
FBI investigates mysterious missing scientists case
The FBI is now investigating after nearly a dozen US scientists with ties to nuclear and space research have died or gone missing over the past four years, prompting calls for answers. William Daly, Fmr. FBI Investigator weighs in.
The FBI is now investigating after nearly a dozen US scientists with ties to nuclear and space research have died or gone missing over the past four years, prompting calls for answers. William Daly, Fmr. FBI Investigator weighs in.
FBI probes 9 missing & 2 dead nuclear scientists
The FBI is now investigating after nearly a dozen US scientists with ties to nuclear and space research have died or gone missing over the past four years, prompting calls for answers. Retired LT. Randy Sutton weighs in on the investigation.
The FBI is now investigating after nearly a dozen US scientists with ties to nuclear and space research have died or gone missing over the past four years, prompting calls for answers. Retired LT. Randy Sutton weighs in on the investigation.
At least 2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz
Iran has attacked three cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz, this comes after President Trump extended the US-Iran ceasefire as talks lead by Vice President JD Vance and Iranian delegation are set to be held today in Pakistan.
Iran has attacked three cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz, this comes after President Trump extended the US-Iran ceasefire as talks lead by Vice President JD Vance and Iranian delegation are set to be held today in Pakistan.
What's next for Apple after Tim Cook's exit as CEO?
Geoffrey Cain, author of "Steve Jobs in Exile," joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to discuss Tim Cook stepping down as the CEO of Apple and what's next for the company.
Geoffrey Cain, author of "Steve Jobs in Exile," joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to discuss Tim Cook stepping down as the CEO of Apple and what's next for the company.
Trump ceasefire extension is 'ploy,' Iran says
We are learning more after reports from Pentagon officials that say forces from the United States military boarded a previously sanctioned oil tanker this week. The Pentagon said in a social media post that U.S. forces boarded the M/T Tifani "without incident," adding that international waters are not "a refuge for sanctioned vessels." Early reporting indicates that the oil tanker was sanctioned for smuggling Iranian crude oil in Asia. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Dr. Ramesh Sepehrrad from the Organization of Iranian American Communities to learn more about what is happening across the Middle East.
We are learning more after reports from Pentagon officials that say forces from the United States military boarded a previously sanctioned oil tanker this week. The Pentagon said in a social media post that U.S. forces boarded the M/T Tifani "without incident," adding that international waters are not "a refuge for sanctioned vessels." Early reporting indicates that the oil tanker was sanctioned for smuggling Iranian crude oil in Asia. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Dr. Ramesh Sepehrrad from the Organization of Iranian American Communities to learn more about what is happening across the Middle East.
Flu vaccine no longer mandated for US troops, Hegseth says
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a social media post on Tuesday that the Pentagon will no longer be requiring members of the military to get the flu vaccine.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a social media post on Tuesday that the Pentagon will no longer be requiring members of the military to get the flu vaccine.