Millions of Americans prepare for potentially catastrophic ice storm. Here’s what the numbers show
Millions of Americans are bracing for a potentially catastrophic ice storm from New Mexico to the Carolinas. Forecasters say it could crush trees, power lines, and cause power outages for days. Big cities including Washington, D.C. and New York City might see enough snow to make travel nearly impossible.6 months ago
Study shows how earthquake monitors can track space junk through sonic booms
A new study shows how earthquake monitors can better track space junk by tuning into their sonic booms.6 months ago
Mexico President Sheinbaum says cartel members sent to US were requested by Trump administration
Mexico sent 37 cartel members to the United States at the request of the U.S. Justice Department, with President Claudia Sheinbaum saying that it was a “sovereign decision” by her government.6 months ago
Army orders military police to get ready for a possible Minneapolis deployment, AP source says
The U.S. Army has ordered several dozen additional active-duty soldiers to prepare for a possible deployment to Minneapolis if needed, a defense official said Wednesday.6 months ago
Former DEA agent sentenced to 5 years in prison for using badge to protect drug trafficking friends
A former DEA agent has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for corruption. A jury convicted Joseph Bongiovanni of using his badge to protect childhood friends involved in drug trafficking in Buffalo, New York.6 months ago
Republicans and some Democrats back contempt for the Clintons in House Epstein probe
A House committee has advanced resolutions to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The Clintons have said they had nothing to do with Epstein for decades and are seeking a resolution to the dispute.6 months ago
Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers
Winter weather brings various hazards that people have to contend with to keep warm and safe. These dangers can include carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia and frozen pipes that can burst and make homes unlivable.6 months ago
Everything you need to know about the 2026 Sundance Film Festival
The 42nd Sundance Film Festival kicks off this week in Park City, Utah. It marks the last edition in its longtime home and the first without founder Robert Redford, who died in September.6 months ago
Trump cancels tariff threat over Greenland, says NATO agreed to ‘framework’ of future Arctic deal
President Donald Trump has announced he is canceling a planned tariff on U.S. allies in Europe over Greenland. This decision follows an agreement with NATO on a framework for a future Arctic deal.6 months ago
Indonesian handprints are the oldest cave art found yet
Handprints on the walls of Indonesian caves may be the oldest rock art studied so far, dating back at least 67,800 years.6 months ago
Trump in Davos speech says he won’t use force to acquire Greenland but calls it ‘our territory’
President Donald Trump says he won't use force to acquire Greenland, even though he says it's part of North America and calls it "our territory."6 months ago
Trump puts next steps on Gaza ceasefire plan at risk by antagonizing Europe over Greenland
President Donald Trump's next steps in his Gaza ceasefire plan and his attempt to expand the mandate of the Board of Peace to other global crises appear to be at risk.6 months ago
Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance say they are expecting their fourth child
Vice President JD Vance and his wife, second lady Usha Vance, are expecting their fourth child. The couple announced Tuesday that Usha Vance is pregnant with a boy.6 months ago
Air Force One returns to Washington area due to minor electrical issue, White House says
President Donald Trump’s plane, Air Force One, returned to Joint Base Andrews after departing for Switzerland on Tuesday evening due to “a minor electrical issue.”6 months ago
Justice Department subpoenas Walz and others in immigration enforcement obstruction investigation
Federal prosecutors have served six grand jury subpoenas to Minnesota officials as part of an investigation into whether they obstructed or impeded federal law enforcement during a sweeping immigration operation in Minneapolis-St. Paul area.6 months ago
Mexico sends 37 cartel members to US in latest offer to Trump administration
Mexico's security minister says the country has sent 37 more cartel members to the United States. The announcement came Tuesday as the U.S. increases pressure on governments to tackle drug smuggling networks.6 months ago
The US is on the verge of losing its measles elimination status. Here’s why that matters
International health officials will meet in a few months to reevaluate the United States’ measles-free status. Experts fear the vaccine-preventable virus has regained a foothold and that the U.S. may soon follow Canada in losing the achievement of having eliminated it.6 months ago
Judge refuses to block new DHS policy limiting Congress members’ access to ICE facilities
A federal judge has refused to temporarily block the Trump administration from enforcing a new policy requiring members of Congress to give a week’s notice before they can visit immigration detention facilities.6 months ago
Parts of the US could see northern lights Monday
The northern lights could be visible across Canada and much of the northern U.S. following a major disturbance in the Earth’s magnetic field.6 months ago
The Sundance Film Festival prepares to bid farewell to Park City, and Robert Redford
The Sundance Film Festival kicks off Thursday in Park City, Utah, marking its final year there. The festival will be bittersweet as Sundance moves forward without founder Robert Redford, who died in September, but celebrations are planned to honor his legacy with screenings of restored Sundance classics.6 months ago
The current US political climate is spurring a ‘reclaim’ and rallying on the MLK holiday
As communities across the country prepare Monday to host parades, panels and service projects for the 40th anniversary of when the federal government officially began observing Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the current political climate has left some feeling more fraught than festive when it comes to how to honor the slain civil rights icon.6 months ago
As faith in the US fades a year into Trump 2.0, Europe tries to end a reliance on American security
European Union leaders are using strong language like “intimidation” and “blackmail” to describe U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat of new tariffs over Greenland.6 months ago
Oregon baby is still battling infant botulism after ByHeart formula exposure
A Portland, Oregon, boy is struggling to recover from infant botulism after drinking contaminated ByHeart baby formula donated through a program that aims to help poor and homeless families.6 months ago
