Angel Reese, Rhyne Howard make history with Team USA selections
Atlanta Dream all-stars Angel Reese and Rhyne Howard have been selected to be a part of Team USA in the 2026 Women's Basketball World Cup.
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Boil water advisory lifted for McCaysville, but flood damage remains
A boil water advisory that has been in place for days in the small Georgia mountain town of McCaysville has been lifted, but the effects of this week's storms and flooding still can be felt.
Georgia school district cancels classes over snakes, squirrel concerns
The first week of school for Georgia's Hancock County has been cut short as district leaders say they want to check campuses for snakes, squirrels, and other animals.
Man nicknamed Atlanta's "master of disguise" facing charges for robbery spree
Tracy Daryl Mingo is accused of wearing various disguises while robbing metro Atlanta Circle Ks, Subways, and Family Dollars.
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Heat, humidity and storms likely across Maryland this weekend
Friday and Saturday are possible First Alert Days, with the risk of numerous storms and feels-like temperatures near 100.
Catholic Church deacon in Maryland arrested and charged with sex crimes
A deacon for the Catholic Church in Harford County has been arrested and charged with two counts of sexual solicitation of a minor, the sheriff's department announced Thursday.
Security officers for Baltimore city buildings on strike Thursday
The 32BJ SEIU union alleges their employer, MPS, failed to provide heat-related breaks to a pregnant officer during the extreme heat.
BTS fans provided needed boost to Baltimore nonprofit
Fans of the K-pop group BTS organized a community cleanup in Baltimore and have raised thousands of dollars for a local nonprofit that offers education and wrestling activities for city youth.
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Monterey sheriff releases photos of vehicle linked to dead infant found along roadside
Authorities in Monterey County are seeking information and have released photos of a vehicle possibly linked to an infant who was found dead off the side of a roadway over the weekend.
Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow announces his retirement after 36 seasons in broadcast booth
Longtime San Francisco Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow announced on Thursday that he would retire at the end of the season.
18 rescued in overnight apartment fire in San Francisco's Alamo Square
Firefighters in San Francisco rescued more than a dozen people from a burning apartment building after a fire broke out in the city's Alamo Square neighborhood early Thursday morning.
DOGE's "wall of receipts" riddled with inaccuracies, GAO says
The Government Accountability Office found that DOGE overestimated its savings, among other issues.
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School bus rolls over in Hyde Park, sending 4 to the hospital
A school bus flipped over in Hyde Park, sending at least four people to the hospital Thursday afternoon.
Commuting to work on the Charles River? Here comes the Wada Hoppah
A Newton company is introducing a new way to get into the city without stress: an electric ferry service on the Charles River called the Wada Hoppah.
Solar eclipse, meteor shower to be visible in Mass. next week
A partial solar eclipse and the Perseid meteor shower will be visible over Massachusetts on August 12.
Brockton mother convicted of killing her 2 sons in 2018 gets new trial
Latarsha Sanders, a Brockton mother who was sentenced to life in prison for killing her two young sons in 2018, will get a new trial.
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Police release photos of man wanted in CTA Blue Line battery
Chicago police released photos of a man wanted in a battery that took place on a CTA Blue Line train in West Garfield Park last month.
Pritzker accuses oil CEOs of "profiteering" from Iran war, asks for refunds
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has issued an ultimatum to the leaders of America's major oil companies, accusing them of "profiteering" from supply constrains caused by the U.S. war with Iran.
Car hits nail salon in Glenview, no one injured
A car slammed into a nail salon in the north Chicago suburb of Glenview on Thursday morning.
Family of woman killed in Fox River boat crash files wrongful death lawsuit
The family of the woman killed in a DUI boat crash on the Fox River is filing a wrongful death lawsuit against the man charged with her death.
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Monty Python's Spamalot musical arrives at DCPA with new take on classic comedy
The Tony Award-winning musical brings the classic comedy to the stage with familiar moments from the 1975 film while adding fresh jokes and updated references.
Investigation shows improperly installed ski lift parts caused accident at Vail
An accident that sent two passengers tumbling from a chairlift at Vail Resort in January was caused by components that were improperly installed when the lift was built nearly two decades ago, according to a state investigation
SkyHouse Denver residents claim recurring elevator outages disrupt daily life
Tenants say elevators at the 25-story apartment building are frequently out of service, sometimes leaving residents with no working elevators at all.
CBI issues Medina Alert for Cadillac Escalade in hit-and-run
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation has issued a Medina Alert for a Cadillac Escalade in a hit-and-run on Monday that caused serious injuries.
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Detroit poised to regain Black congressional representation
Donavan McKinney's Democratic primary victory over incumbent Shri Thanedar almost assures Detroit will again have a Black representative in Congress, a distinction the majority-Black city lost in 2022.
Health officials say contaminated lettuce, salad greens has left the market
State and federal health officials say cyclosporiasis cases are slowing down, and contaminated lettuce is no longer on the market.
Man dead, another injured, after shooting at Pontiac apartment, deputies say
One man is dead, and another injured, in the aftermath of a shooting at an apartment complex Tuesday night in Pontiac.
Search to find 3 missing tubers continues along Muskegon River in West Michigan
Two women and a 9-year-old child are missing, last known to be riding inner tubes along the Muskegon River in West Michigan.
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Actor Dave Annable talks about new season of "Lioness"
You can watch the latest season of "Lioness" streaming on Paramount+.
Learning about the Young Inventor Challenge
We talk with Ahren Hoffman, director of the Young Inventor Challenge hosted by People of Play.
Comedian Joe Wong visits Good Day Sacramento
John chats with comedian Joe Wong ahead of his performance at Punch Line Sacramento.
Shake Shack opens new location Elk Grove
Sara Hodges is checking out the west coast menu at the new Shake Shack in Elk Grove.
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Measles exposure warning issued at Universal Studios Hollywood after confirmed case in visitor
Public health officials said there was a confirmed case of measles in a person who was infectious while they visited the theme park on July 26.
1 person dead, 3 others injured after car veers off side of Angeles Crest Highway
One person is dead and three others were injured after a car went off the side of the Angeles Crest Highway in La Cañada Flintridge late Wednesday night.
LA Metro says transit system has experienced a nearly 60% drop in homelessness since 2024
Los Angeles Metro says that its transit system has seen a remarkable drop in homeless numbers in stations and on trains since 2024, when a stretch of crime had peaked community concern.
New Bob Baker Marionette Theater show aims to raise money to buy Highland park building
The Bob Baker Marionette Theater is releasing its first new show in four decades as the iconic team works to raise money and purchase its permanent home in Highland Park.
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Millions of children could lose free school meals this fall, experts say
Some families could face an additional $2,200 in food costs this year if their kids lose access to free school meals, according to one estimate.
Puerto Rico to begin water rationing amid record drought in San Juan
Residents of San Juan and neighboring communities have been without reliable water for more than 100 days.
Lighthouse Point homeowner shoots, kills dog that was attacking pet, police say
The incident remains under investigation and no charges have been filed.
Florida girl dies after getting head stuck in kitchen playset, police say
Police said the 3-year-old girl died four days after getting her head stuck.
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Crowley leans on Evers endorsement in Wisconsin governor push
David Crowley, backed by Gov. Tony Evers, faces democratic socialist Francesca Hong in a Wisconsin primary that could signal how far left the Democratic Party is willing to go.
Minneapolis mayor defends millions spent in police OT amid crisis events
WCCO reported in January that Minneapolis police officers worked at least $3 million over budget during Operation Metro Surge. In a news conference Thursday, the mayor said he wanted to clear up what he calls misinformation about the numbers.
Minnesota State Fair named nation's best by USA TODAY
USA TODAY has confirmed what Minnesotans already know well: our state fair is the best in the nation.
Minnesota Chipotle burrito bowl meal led to sepsis hospitalization, lawsuit says
A Minnesota woman says she fainted, spiked a 102-degree fever, and was hospitalized with sepsis three days after eating a chicken burrito bowl at a Chipotle in Roseville, and genetic testing connected her case to a multistate outbreak, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday.
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Residents of a Queens building fed up with fumes from temporary boiler
Some residents of a Queens building say a temporary boiler truck parked outside has become a nearly two-year fixture, emitting smoke they say drifts into their homes.
Cause of deadly Bronx explosion, fire remains under investigation
Investigators are still working to track down the cause of Wednesday's deadly fire in the Bronx.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani reacts to Speaker Johnson's "mini Mamdanis" remark
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is reacting after voters in Michigan chose a progressive Democrat over a moderate.
With NYC under a heat advisory, Mayor Mamdani urges New Yorkers to stay safe
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has a message for New Yorkers: Take this heat seriously.
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Watch live: Sixers introduce Jaylen Brown in 1st press conference
The Philadelphia 76ers will introduce Jaylen Brown today in a press conference at the team's facility in Camden, New Jersey.
Aldan police officer fatally shoots man wielding a knife, mayor says
An Aldan police officer shot and killed a man on Thursday, according to the borough's mayor.
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Sherrill enters national political fray with first midterm endorsements
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is taking her first major step onto the national stage, endorsing 13 Democrats — as the moderate signals she may jump into the debate over her party's future.
Chance of storms Thursday in Philly region with feels-like-temps in triple digits
Thursday through the weekend in the Philadelphia region will feature daily chances for scattered showers and thunderstorms.
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Former Tarentum Opera House partially collapses
After being a part of the community's history for more than a century, the landmark crumbled on Wednesday evening.
Pentatonix bringing popular Christmas show to Pittsburgh
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Penguins sign forward Ville Koivunen to 8-year deal
Koivunen was a restricted free agent this summer, and the team announced they had signed him to an 8-year deal.
Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
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Body found in Northern California home burned by Gann Fire, officials say
A body was recovered from a burned home in the Gann Fire burn scar in Northern California's Calaveras County, the coroner's office confirmed Thursday.
Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow announces his retirement after 36 seasons in broadcast booth
Longtime San Francisco Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow announced on Thursday that he would retire at the end of the season.
Roseville to welcome Jollibee as long-awaited restaurant holds grand opening Friday
An outpost of one of the Philippines' most beloved fast-food chains will finally open its doors in Roseville this week.
Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
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Dallas ISD police officer shot, seriously injured in Northwest Dallas
Video from the scene showed an officer examining a Dallas ISD police vehicle with multiple evidence markets around it.
Large DPD response to report of robbery, police shooting in North Dallas
DPD responded to a report of a burglary in progress on Williamstown Road just before 9:30 a.m., according to police records.
North Texas data center project advances despite opposition
The campus will contain four buildings including a private electrical substation and backup generators.
The best foods at the State Fair of Texas: Here are finalists for the 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards
Wondering what to try when you head to the State Fair of Texas this year? Here's a look at the 2026 Big-Tex Choice Awards finalist.