Country Music Hall of Famer John Anderson dies at 71
Country music star John Anderson has died at 71, his family said on social media Wednesday night.
Country music star John Anderson has died at 71, his family said on social media Wednesday night.
Secret sex video rocks University of North Carolina at Charlotte fraternity, 1 arrested: Police
A 19-year-old man was arrested after allegedly recording a sexually explicit video of a University of North Carolina at Charlotte student without her consent and sharing it.
A 19-year-old man was arrested after allegedly recording a sexually explicit video of a University of North Carolina at Charlotte student without her consent and sharing it.
Vance blasts GOP pushback to Ramaswamy ad featuring Acton's estranged mother during Ohio stop
Vice President JD Vance criticized some of his fellow Republicans Wednesday, saying he is "disgusted" by their pushback against an ad by Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy that features the estranged mother of his Democratic opponent, Dr. Amy Acton.
Vice President JD Vance criticized some of his fellow Republicans Wednesday, saying he is "disgusted" by their pushback against an ad by Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy that features the estranged mother of his Democratic opponent, Dr. Amy Acton.
Chiricahua National Monument becomes America’s newest national park
Chiricahua National Monument in southeastern Arizona was officially redesignated as Chiricahua National Park.
Chiricahua National Monument in southeastern Arizona was officially redesignated as Chiricahua National Park.
2026 midterm elections: 21 key House races to follow
Voters across the country will decide which party controls the House as a handful of closely watched races shape the 2026 midterm elections.
Voters across the country will decide which party controls the House as a handful of closely watched races shape the 2026 midterm elections.
Governor spares death-row inmate after raising doubts about evidence
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey granted executive clemency to a death row inmate, commuting his sentence to life in prison after officials raised concerns about the validity of his conviction.
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey granted executive clemency to a death row inmate, commuting his sentence to life in prison after officials raised concerns about the validity of his conviction.
Man accused of attacking woman, killing dog with machete
A Louisiana man was arrested after he allegedly threatened a woman with a machete and attacked her dog during a domestic disturbance.
A Louisiana man was arrested after he allegedly threatened a woman with a machete and attacked her dog during a domestic disturbance.
Bizarre doorbell video shows random person eating banana through Joe Biden mask
Bizarre doorbell camera video in Texas captured a random person approaching a home only to eat a banana in a Joe Biden mask and then walk away.
Bizarre doorbell camera video in Texas captured a random person approaching a home only to eat a banana in a Joe Biden mask and then walk away.
Most popular baby names of 2026 revealed, according to new data
Here are the most popular baby names shaping 2026 and beyond, according to a new report.
Here are the most popular baby names shaping 2026 and beyond, according to a new report.
Ancient DNA challenges theories about when humans first reached North America
Researchers examining ancient DNA have narrowed down the timeline of early human migration into North America — shedding light on a question that's puzzled scientists for decades.
Researchers examining ancient DNA have narrowed down the timeline of early human migration into North America — shedding light on a question that's puzzled scientists for decades.
Look up tonight: The Orionids meteor shower peaks as debris from Halley's comet lights up the night sky
The Orionid meteor shower will peak Oct. 21–22, offering sky watchers a chance to see meteors from Halley’s Comet before dawn.
The Orionid meteor shower will peak Oct. 21–22, offering sky watchers a chance to see meteors from Halley’s Comet before dawn.
American prisoner released from Russia after Trump-Putin negotiation
An American man imprisoned in Russia since the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine is returning home this week after U.S. officials negotiated his return.
An American man imprisoned in Russia since the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine is returning home this week after U.S. officials negotiated his return.
Florida Bar employee disciplined over messages sent to University of Miami player
A Florida Bar employee faces an internal investigation and administrative leave after reportedly sending racist and homophobic slurs to Miami football player Damon Wilson II on social media following a game.
A Florida Bar employee faces an internal investigation and administrative leave after reportedly sending racist and homophobic slurs to Miami football player Damon Wilson II on social media following a game.
Toledo chemical leak causes evacuations after tank explosion
Officials in Ohio said a chemical tank exploded containing glycidyl methacrylate, prompting evacuations within a one-mile radius and a shelter-in-place that extends into southeast Michigan.
Officials in Ohio said a chemical tank exploded containing glycidyl methacrylate, prompting evacuations within a one-mile radius and a shelter-in-place that extends into southeast Michigan.
Best college towns in America: See which cities top the list
With college costs soaring, choosing where to study can be just as important as choosing a school. A new ranking reveals which U.S. cities are the best college towns.
With college costs soaring, choosing where to study can be just as important as choosing a school. A new ranking reveals which U.S. cities are the best college towns.
Tampa rapper convicted of murder requests death sentence in letter to judge
A convicted killer in Tampa wrote a letter asking a judge to sentence him to death for the murder of his pregnant girlfriend's unborn child.
A convicted killer in Tampa wrote a letter asking a judge to sentence him to death for the murder of his pregnant girlfriend's unborn child.
DOJ: Man used pandemic-relief money to buy Porsche, Corvette and luxury properties
A Colorado man was sentenced to federal prison after illegally obtaining millions in COVID-19 relief funds to finance a lavish lifestyle that included luxury vehicles and high-end real estate.
A Colorado man was sentenced to federal prison after illegally obtaining millions in COVID-19 relief funds to finance a lavish lifestyle that included luxury vehicles and high-end real estate.
Erik von Detten, former Disney star, sued for alleged elder abuse, fraud
Former Disney star Erik von Detten is facing fraud and financial elder abuse allegations after a couple claims he persuaded them to invest more than $2.3 million in gold coins they say were substantially overpriced.
Former Disney star Erik von Detten is facing fraud and financial elder abuse allegations after a couple claims he persuaded them to invest more than $2.3 million in gold coins they say were substantially overpriced.
Reunited: Florida first responders rescue dog from sinkhole
Firefighters in Florida came to the rescue last week after a dog fell into a 10-foot-deep sinkhole.
Firefighters in Florida came to the rescue last week after a dog fell into a 10-foot-deep sinkhole.
Kyle Kennedy, granddaughter of Robert F. Kennedy, dead at 42
Kyle Kennedy established a career in education and was a proponent for education reform and disability rights.
Kyle Kennedy established a career in education and was a proponent for education reform and disability rights.