Newsom says Trump ordered DOJ to put him on 'hit list'

Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday that the Republican President of the United States had ordered the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, putting them on what he described as "Trump's hit list." 

Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in Kern County, 8 presumed dead: Officials

A military jet carrying eight people crashed upon takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, officials said. Officials fear the incident was “not survivable" for those who were on that jet.

Juneteenth sparks questions of financial freedom in Black community

With Juneteenth – a federal holiday recognizing Black liberation and the end of slavery in the United States two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed– coming up on Friday, the disconnect between financial equality and Black Americans is still at large.

Anne Schedeen, actress who played mom on 'ALF,' dies at 77

Beloved "ALF" star Anne Schedeen, who brought Kate Tanner to life for millions of viewers, has died at 77.

Judge dismisses lawsuit by Yosemite ranger fired over transgender flag

In 2025, a Yosemite ranger hung a transgender flag on the famous rock wall known as El Capitan. The ranger was later fired and alleged that it was retaliatory and violated their free speech rights.

Meet the first-ever all-female Peanutter crew who are hitting the road in the Planters NUTmobile

Following a nationwide search that began earlier this year, Planters has selected its first-ever all-female Peanutter crew who will be taking the iconic NUTmobile on the road across the country visiting festivals, parades, college campuses, community events and more. 

Canes to celebrate Stanley Cup victory Saturday in Raleigh

The Carolina Hurricanes are waking up as Stanley Cup champions for the first time since 2006, after a 3-0 shutout in Game 6 over the Vegas Golden Knights, sealing a dominant 16-3 postseason run to return the Cup to Carolina. 

Ridglan Farms beagles: Big Dog Ranch Rescue secures release of remaining dogs

Ridglan Farms is closing permanently, and the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services is taking new steps to replace animal testing with alternative technology.

These 11 upcoming Supreme Court decisions could make or break Trump's second term agenda

As the Supreme Court enters the final stretch of its term, a flood of closely watched decisions could determine not only the fate of several of President Donald Trump’s key policy priorities but also the scope of presidential authority for years to come.

FOX moves to acquire Roku in $22 billion deal

Fox Corporation has announced an agreement to acquire streaming platform Roku in a deal valued at approximately $22 billion. 

Trump arrives for White House UFC Freedom 250 event
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We are now watching as President Donald Trump’s UFC Freedom 250 fight is set to take place at the White House on Sunday. The event marks Trump’s 80th birthday celebration with a special UFC event under "The Claw." Trump will be surrounded by Cabinet leaders, top administration officials, Republican lawmakers and 4,000-plus spectators on the South Lawn of the White House. Under "The Claw," in the middle of thousands of seats, sits the cage where the fighters will square off. 

Deadly Missouri plane crash under investigation
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We are learning more this weekend as troopers in Missouri announced that 11 skydivers and a pilot died in a plane crash in the town of Butler on Sunday. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened near Butler Memorial Airport, about an hour south of Kansas City. Missouri Highway Patrol Sgt. Sources told our partners at FOX4 that 11 of the victims were skydivers. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with aviation attorney Pablo Rojas as the investigation is currently underway into what might have caused the deadly crash. 

Strong storms possible for UFC Freedom 250 event
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We are watching this weekend as the D.C. region is on weather alert with heat, humidity, and an approaching cold front that could bring strong storms later in the day. The severe weather could potentially affect evening plans for fans heading out to watch UFC Freedom 250. LiveNOW's Andy Mac speaking with Chris Strong, a Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service for a look at the weather forecast outside the White House. 

President Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center - but it's hard to see that

President Donald Trump’s name has been removed from the Kennedy Center, a top official for the art venue confirmed, but onlookers who wanted to see the change were having a hard time doing so. 

Midland mass shooting leaves 1 dead, 10 injured; Suspect confirmed dead

A Midland city employee was identified Saturday as the person killed in a mass shooting that wounded 10 others before the gunman was later found dead, according to city officials.

FDA approves emergency use of medication to treat screwworm in dogs, cats

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.

Inside the Octagon at the White House

What has been a spectacle to the casual observer over the past few weeks, the massive set built to house one of the year’s biggest sporting events, is set to take place this weekend.