Dog with same short spine syndrome as raccoon Jimothy melts hearts on internet
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Jimothy, the viral raccoon, isn't the only internet star with short spine syndrome. Meet Cooper, the lovable rescue dog winning hearts on social media. (Credit: Facebook page  Cooper - Short On Spine, Big On Love)

'Spider-Man' to the rescue - Helps man in wheelchair cross street

Not all superheroes wear capes—some wear Spider-Man suits. A driver dressed as Spider-Man stopped at a busy Arkansas intersection to help a wheelchair user safely cross the street. Police praised the "web of kindness," and it turns out the good Samaritan was on the way to a superhero event for toddlers.

Spider-Man saves man in wheelchair
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Man dressed as Spider-Man helps a man crossing the street in a wheelchair. 

Four more states linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak, reports say

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has added four additional states to the link of U.S. states that have been impacted by the outbreak of cyclosporiasis traced to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico. 

Hunt for Florida murder suspect enters second month

The manhunt for murder suspect Isabelle Johnson continues one month after finding human remains.

Jack Smith hit with criminal referral from Rep. Jordan
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We are learning more this week as former special counsel Jack Smith is maintaining his innocence after House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan referred Smith to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for potential criminal charges. The Republican from Ohio has accused Smith of lying while under oath during a deposition before his House GOP-led panel in late 2025. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with David Spunt with Fox News in Washington, D.C. as Smith faces increased scrutiny from Republicans. 

Trump welcomes Los Angeles Dodgers to White House
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President Donald Trump welcomed Shohei Ohtani and the reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to the White House on Thursday with a Rose Garden event.

New diarrhea-causing parasite outbreak has now sickened 72 people

Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora, after 72 people were reported sick as of Wednesday.

Montana senator facing jail time after misconduct conviction

Former Montana state Senate President Jason Ellsworth was convicted this week of awarding no-bid contracts to a company with ties to a long-time business associate.

Bear dies after getting stranded on utility pole in New Mexico

A New Mexico community was in for an unusual sight this week when travelers spotted a bear stranded on top of a utility pole.

Bear dies after climbing utility power pole on New Mexico highway
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Travelers encountered an unusual sight while driving through New Mexico on Monday, July 20, after a bear scaled a power pole and sat among electrical wires at the top. Credit: Shannon Mullens via Storyful

Suspect jumps off bridge after police chase

Video captured a Missouri man running across a bridge and diving headfirst off of it after he led deputies on a chase.

Human remains found in freezer believed to be missing family member, police say

Human remains discovered inside a chest freezer at a Juneau, Alaska, home are believed to belong to an adult male family member, according to police.

US homicides on pace for a historic low in 2026, report finds

New data collected from major cities across the nation show that homicides have dropped sharply in the first half of 2026, part of a continuing three-year decline in violent crime. 

Majority of Americans want Iran war to end now, poll finds

Most Americans want the war in Iran to end now, according to a recent poll conducted by the University of Maryland.

Buc-ee's reveals managers can earn up to $275K without college degree

Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.

30% of Americans admit to shoplifting, annual survey finds

More Americans say they're turning to shoplifting as inflation and financial strain continue to squeeze budgets. A new survey reveals who's stealing and what they're taking.