Kennedy Center demolition worries rise with closing after judge blocks Trump name restoration
The Kennedy Center will close most of its facility for renovations after its Trump‑aligned board voted Tuesday to proceed with the shutdown just hours after a federal judge again blocked the institution from restoring Donald Trump’s name to the building, as lawyers warned the venue could deteriorate into an “unsafe, decrepit structure" that may need to be taken down.
The Kennedy Center will close most of its facility for renovations after its Trump‑aligned board voted Tuesday to proceed with the shutdown just hours after a federal judge again blocked the institution from restoring Donald Trump’s name to the building, as lawyers warned the venue could deteriorate into an “unsafe, decrepit structure" that may need to be taken down.
Downed airman rescue
Video of the operation to rescue the airman that was shot down over Iran in April.
Video of the operation to rescue the airman that was shot down over Iran in April.
Fourth Florida resident dies after contracting flesh-eating bacteria linked to oysters
A fourth person in Florida has died after contracting flesh-eating bacteria commonly linked to consuming raw or undercooked oysters, health officials said.
A fourth person in Florida has died after contracting flesh-eating bacteria commonly linked to consuming raw or undercooked oysters, health officials said.
4 acts drop out of Ed Sheeran’s tour in solidarity with rapper Macklemore
Ed Sheeran’s tour is facing a wave of departures after four supporting acts pulled out in solidarity with Macklemore, following the rapper’s removal over his pro-Palestinian remarks.
Ed Sheeran’s tour is facing a wave of departures after four supporting acts pulled out in solidarity with Macklemore, following the rapper’s removal over his pro-Palestinian remarks.
Black bears attack 2 women in Colorado just days apart, bringing yearly total to 10 as encounters surge
Bear attacks are at an all-time high in Colorado as bears continue to seek food in residential areas across the state.
Bear attacks are at an all-time high in Colorado as bears continue to seek food in residential areas across the state.
Vermont man on trial claims CIA told him to shoot three Palestinian students
An attempted murder trial has begun for a man accused of shooting three Palestinian college students in a Burlington, Vermont neighborhood in 2023.
An attempted murder trial has begun for a man accused of shooting three Palestinian college students in a Burlington, Vermont neighborhood in 2023.
Rep. Thomas Massie moves to impeach Pete Hegseth over Iran war
Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., introduced a resolution to impeach Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on the House floor Tuesday.
Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., introduced a resolution to impeach Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on the House floor Tuesday.
House votes to end penny production permanently: What to know
The House has advanced legislation that would formally end penny production. Here's what to know.
The House has advanced legislation that would formally end penny production. Here's what to know.
Kennedy Center board votes to close venue after judge blocks plan to honor Trump: report
The Kennedy Center’s Board of Trustees voted to close the iconic performing arts venue amid financial issues and an ongoing dispute over adding President Donald Trump’s name to the building, according to Associated Press reporting citing sources familiar with the vote.
The Kennedy Center’s Board of Trustees voted to close the iconic performing arts venue amid financial issues and an ongoing dispute over adding President Donald Trump’s name to the building, according to Associated Press reporting citing sources familiar with the vote.
America's most diverse states: See where your state ranks
The nation’s demographic landscape is becoming increasingly diverse, though cultural variety differs widely from state to state based on a new report.
The nation’s demographic landscape is becoming increasingly diverse, though cultural variety differs widely from state to state based on a new report.
New ranking shows the best and worst states for teachers
A new ranking is revealing where teachers can find the strongest career opportunities.
A new ranking is revealing where teachers can find the strongest career opportunities.
Governor Abbott creates leadership team to pitch Texas for permanent US Space Academy
Gov. Greg Abbott announced a state leadership team led by Rep. Greg Bonnen to pitch Texas as the permanent home for the newly created U.S. Space Academy.
Gov. Greg Abbott announced a state leadership team led by Rep. Greg Bonnen to pitch Texas as the permanent home for the newly created U.S. Space Academy.
Florida woman tosses bucket of feces on neighbor in love triangle: court records
A Florida woman was arrested after authorities say a lover’s triangle led to her tossing a bucket of feces on a woman she accused of sleeping with her husband.
A Florida woman was arrested after authorities say a lover’s triangle led to her tossing a bucket of feces on a woman she accused of sleeping with her husband.
Gavin Newsom says he won’t run for president if Kamala Harris runs in 2028
Gavin Newsom said he would not run for president in 2028 if Kamala Harris decides to run.
Gavin Newsom said he would not run for president in 2028 if Kamala Harris decides to run.
Sen. Mitch McConnell returns to Senate for 1st time since June hospitalization
Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to the Senate on Monday for the first time since June 14.
Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to the Senate on Monday for the first time since June 14.
California football coach arrested after students make disturbing discovery at school
A high school football coach in California was arrested Friday after students discovered a cellphone secretly recording them while they were changing inside a campus locker room, police said.
A high school football coach in California was arrested Friday after students discovered a cellphone secretly recording them while they were changing inside a campus locker room, police said.
Bob Mackie, legendary fashion designer, dies at 87
Bob Mackie, the fashion designer known for creating iconic looks for celebrities including Cher, Madonna and Marilyn Monroe, died Monday. He was 87.
Bob Mackie, the fashion designer known for creating iconic looks for celebrities including Cher, Madonna and Marilyn Monroe, died Monday. He was 87.
Hayden Panettiere's possible cause of death revealed: report
Hayden Panettiere’s possible cause of death was revealed on Monday, according to a report. The “Nashville" and “Heroes" star died on August 16.
Hayden Panettiere’s possible cause of death was revealed on Monday, according to a report. The “Nashville" and “Heroes" star died on August 16.
Trump to remove tariff on Irish whiskey
President Donald Trump announced that he would remove a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey during the conclusion of his trip to Ireland over the weekend.
President Donald Trump announced that he would remove a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey during the conclusion of his trip to Ireland over the weekend.
Baby boomers crown their favorite casual dining chain as Gen Z chooses a different winner
A survey is revealing which restaurant brands are winning over Americans.
A survey is revealing which restaurant brands are winning over Americans.