Jury selection begins for Texas track meet stabbing
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LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Attorney Jaqueline Goodman as jury selection begins in the murder trial for Karmelo Anthony. He’s charged for the 2025 stabbing death of Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet. According to our partners at FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth, law enforcement officials said Anthony and Metcalf got into an argument over seating in the stands. LiveNOW is also speaking with Alex Boyer from FOX 4 as the defense is expected to rely heavily on a self-defense argument. 

Groom, pilot killed in Georgia helicopter crash; bride injured

A bride and groom leaving their wedding were among three people aboard a helicopter that crashed in Dawson County.

DOJ halts Trump’s $1.8B ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ following court order

The Trump administration’s plan to provide financial compensation to individuals who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons, including those who stormed the U.S. Capitol five years ago, has been put on ice, possibly permanently.

Experts rank the best used cars for teen drivers in 2026

A new study is providing parents with affordable and safe ways to assist their teen drivers in getting out on the road. 

Emu causes traffic back-up, hours-long pursuit on Maryland highway

An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.

FBI hunts most wanted neighbor next door who allegedly faked cancer, scammed loved ones for luxury getaways

A Pennsylvania woman accused of faking terminal brain cancer to scam friends, family members and supporters out of thousands of dollars is among the FBI's most wanted fugitives after authorities said she used the donations to fund luxury travel and vacations in Australia instead of medical treatment.

New study reveals which states have the best economies

This state topped the list as the strongest state economy, fueled by innovation, STEM talent and a thriving tech sector, according to new data.

Joe Negri, Mister Rogers' handyman and jazz musician, dies at 99

Joe Negri, the jazz musician known for his work as the handyman alongside Fred Rogers in "Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, according to TribLIVE. 

Teen girl accused of stabbing 3 horses while competing at national horse show

A teenage girl who was competing in a National Barrel Horse Association event in Las Vegas was arrested over the weekend after three horses were attacked with a sharp object.

ExxonMobil VP issues stark warning on energy prices in coming weeks

An Exxon chief is warning of skyrocketing energy prices as shareholders approved a plan for the company's corporate structure to relocate from New Jersey to Texas.

DeSantis pushes Florida property tax relief proposal
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We are learning more this week about Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposal for a sweeping property tax cut. Local governments are reportedly beginning to discuss how much revenue they would lose as a result. A special session will begin Monday where lawmakers will consider raising the homestead exemption from $50,000 to $250,000 over the course of two years. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Kimberly Leonard from POLITICO as DeSantis insists that the new proposal could protect public safety and schools. 

USPS proposes requiring states to identify and list mail voters

The USPS has proposed new rules that detail how the Trump administration intends to carry out its contested mail ballot executive order.

Missouri cuts funding for Dolly Parton’s free book program: reports

The popular book program founded by legendary country singer Dolly Parton reportedly suffered a budget cut in one of its available states.

Stafford County bus crash update: Bus driver charged with involuntary manslaughter

A bus driver from New York has been charged with multiple counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with a crash that killed five people on Interstate 95 in Stafford County Friday.

Virginia bus crash: Massachusetts family of 4 among 5 killed

A family of four traveling to a family wedding was killed in Friday morning's crash on Interstate 95 in Virginia, a relative told the Associated Press.

Costco grape plants spark fears of devastating threat to American farms

Grape plants sold at several Costco locations in California may pose a serious threat to California vineyards and agriculture after inspectors discovered an invasive insect.

Three dead, one rescued after fall on Alaska’s Mount McKinley

Three climbers from a Latvian mountaineering expedition died after falling near Denali Pass on Alaska’s Mount McKinley, North America’s highest peak.