Americans view Obama far more positively than Trump or Biden, CNN poll finds
A new CNN poll finds Barack Obama remains the most popular living U.S. president, with significantly higher favorability ratings than Donald Trump and Joe Biden.
Knicks parade to be secured by a record number of NYPD officers
New York City is preparing for massive crowds and unprecedented security as fans celebrate the Knicks’ first NBA championship parade in more than 50 years.
Thwarted attack on UFC fight is another reason to build White House ballroom, Trump DOJ argues
The Trump administration is citing a recently foiled alleged attack plot against a White House UFC event as evidence that a proposed new White House ballroom is needed for presidential security, even as courts question its legality.
Nominee for DOJ watchdog says violence on January 6 wasn’t an ‘attack’ on the Capitol
President Donald Trump’s nominee for the Justice Department watchdog post faced scrutiny after declining to describe the January 6 Capitol violence as an “attack” during his Senate confirmation hearing.
Does Trump’s understanding with Iran count as a ‘deal’?
As questions swirl around the U.S.-Iran ceasefire arrangement, experts debate whether President Trump’s much-touted “deal” is truly a deal, a framework, or merely a memorandum of understanding.
Immigrant charged with assaulting ICE agent by hitting him with a van, prosecutors say
A New Jersey man faces federal assault charges after prosecutors say he injured an ICE agent with a van while attempting to flee an immigration enforcement stop near the Jersey Shore.
City of Houston, UTHealth Houston Launch Academic Health Department to Strengthen Public Health Workforce
The City of Houston and UTHealth Houston have launched a new Academic Health Department to strengthen the public health workforce, expand student training opportunities, and improve health outcomes through research and community collaboration.
Former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden to Appear in Houston for Special Progressive Forum Event
Former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden will appear in Houston on July 28, 2026, for a special Progressive Forum event at the Wortham Theater Center, where she will discuss her bestselling memoir View from the East Wing.
Trump invokes law to increase weapons production after Iran war depleted US stocks
Donald Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act to boost U.S. weapons manufacturing after reported munitions shortages following the Iran conflict.
Democratic socialist holds large early lead in DC mayoral primary
Janeese Lewis George holds a strong early lead in the Washington, D.C. Democratic mayoral primary as votes continue to be counted, with Kenyan McDuffie trailing and ranked-choice tabulation still possible.
Read the 14-point draft agreement between the US and Iran
A leaked draft of a 14-point U.S.–Iran agreement outlines a ceasefire, sanctions relief, and nuclear restrictions, but key details remain disputed ahead of formal signing.
Look of the Week: Michelle Obama honors her late mother in a custom-made skirt
Michelle Obama honored her late mother with a custom portrait skirt during an emotional appearance at the Obama Presidential Center.
Americans are divided on ‘culture war’ issues, a new CNN poll finds. Republicans are trying to leverage that in the midterms
New polling shows Americans remain deeply divided over culture-war issues as Republicans make opposition to “wokeness” a key campaign message.
Lionel Messi sends a message with his World Cup hat trick: He’s still The Man around here
Just when the soccer world seemed ready to crown a new generation of stars, Lionel Messi delivered a historic World Cup hat trick to remind everyone why he remains the sport’s defining figure.
19-year-old would-be attacker of UFC event sought to use drones and was referred to police by his parents, FBI says
Federal authorities say they disrupted an alleged plot targeting a UFC event at the White House, with court documents detailing accusations of planned drone attacks, sniper positions, and attacks on government officials.
Gay couple says they were attacked in Caldwell; now pushing for change under Idaho protection laws
Although the story centers on broader civil rights concerns and gaps in hate crime legislation, the core of the article is a reported physical assault and police response, making it primarily a crime and public safety story.
Headstones added for 1882 lynching victims, 27 others buried in Missouri cemetery
More than 140 years after three Black men were lynched in Lawrence, community members gathered to dedicate new headstones and ensure their names, stories, and legacy are never forgotten.
MoDOT spent $2.6 million on invasive tree removal in preparation for World Cup
As Kansas City prepares for the 2026 World Cup, state crews are removing invasive trees and overgrowth along highways—a $2.6 million effort experts say is restoring native ecosystems while improving the city's appearance for visitors.
CNN poll: Political independents hit their highest level in a decade
Nearly half of Americans now identify as political independents—the highest level in more than a decade—signaling growing dissatisfaction with both major parties and a shifting landscape ahead of the midterm elections.
RFK Jr. orders passenger from hantavirus-stricken cruise to remain in quarantine in Nebraska, despite CDC recommendation
A Florida woman exposed to hantavirus on a cruise says she feels like a "hostage" after federal officials ordered her to remain in quarantine despite a CDC review recommending she be allowed to finish monitoring at home.
