Russia strikes Ukraine Security Service headquarters in central Kyiv
A Russian drone has struck Ukraine’s top security agency in the heart of Kyiv for the first time, injuring 12 and signaling a dangerous escalation as air defenses run dangerously low.
Labor Day gas has never been this expensive. Trump is scrambling for answers
Gas prices are heading toward a potential Labor Day record as Trump’s Iran war sends diesel to an all-time high and leaves Americans wondering when energy costs will finally ease.
Vance says Iran conflict isn’t a ‘war,’ even as he refuses to say when it will end
JD Vance says he can’t predict when the Iran conflict will end—or when gas prices will fall below $3—leaving Americans facing more uncertainty as the midterms approach.
Trump wants to restrict mail voting — but it’s getting more popular
North Carolina’s mail-in voting begins Friday, but a legal battle and disputed USPS rules could leave voters wondering what the rules will actually be when their ballots arrive.
US oil deal promises a flood of investment in Venezuela. When will its people feel the benefits?
Venezuela’s massive new oil deal is fueling hopes of an economic comeback—but experts warn the billions could take years to reach ordinary people and fix the country’s deep-rooted problems.
Volkswagen to slash half its vehicle lineup and 50,000 jobs in cost-cutting effort
Volkswagen is making a drastic U-turn as it plans to cut 50,000 jobs and slash half its vehicle lineup amid rising Chinese competition, tariffs and mounting pressure on the auto industry.
Talarico Campaign Expands Black Engagement Team Ahead of November Senate Election
James Talarico’s Senate campaign is expanding its statewide Black voter outreach, with two Houston-area communications veterans, Judy Foston Stanford and Linda K. Brown, taking key roles in the paid media effort.
Tiger Woods' Martin County plea deal cuts DUI to reckless driving after SUV rollover arrest
Tiger Woods avoids a DUI conviction after taking a plea deal—but a five-year driver’s license suspension and $1,500 fine will still follow the golf legend.
Woman seeks answers after ICE detains brother at Indianapolis job site
An Indianapolis family is desperately searching for answers after ICE agents detained a hardworking 27-year-old father-to-be at his job site—then he seemingly vanished from their reach.
ICE agent federally charged with lying over shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant
An ICE agent is now facing federal charges for allegedly lying about a shooting that left a Venezuelan immigrant wounded—raising serious questions about what really happened.
Mortgage rates hit a new high for 2026, marching closer to 7%
Mortgage rates just hit their highest level of the year at 6.71%—and that surge could put homebuyers, homeowners and would-be refinancers in an even tighter squeeze.
Tesla keeps hyping robotaxis as its future. But it’s trailing rival Waymo in a field yet to prove profitable
Tesla’s Cybercab is finally hitting the spotlight—but with Waymo miles ahead, the bigger question may be whether Tesla’s robotaxi dream can actually make money.
Abdul El-Sayed meets with Black leaders in Downriver area for roundtable discussion
Abdul El-Sayed is working to close the gap with Black leaders in Downriver, but one message came through loud and clear: “People need to see you.”
Trump administration says agencies may stop working with the Smithsonian
The Trump administration is turning up the pressure on the Smithsonian, threatening to pull federal support as a battle over who controls America’s history intensifies.
With diplomacy stalled, Trump returns to floating regime change in Iran
Trump is asking why Iranians haven’t risen up against their leaders as the U.S.-Iran conflict enters another dangerous chapter with diplomacy stalled and tensions escalating.
With Japan tightening rules for foreign residents, some wonder if it’s time to say ‘sayonara’
Japan has long been a dream destination—but tougher immigration rules and soaring visa costs are now making some longtime foreign residents wonder if it’s time to say “sayonara.”
60 targets struck, 18M barrels of oil protected: The US military’s record day in the Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. just escorted a wartime-record 40 oil vessels through the Strait of Hormuz as tensions with Iran escalate—putting a critical global energy route in the spotlight.
Clippers docked 5 first-round draft picks and fined $30 million following Kawhi Leonard probe
The Clippers just got hit with a historic NBA punishment—five first-round picks forfeited, a $30 million fine and a one-year suspension for Steve Ballmer.
Southwest launching network of passenger lounges at BWI and 3 other airports
Southwest is bringing 33,000 square feet of lounge luxury to BWI—and this is just the beginning of a nationwide airport lounge expansion.
Nation’s largest school district bans AI in the classroom through 8th grade
New York City is putting the brakes on AI in classrooms for nearly 600,000 younger students—but will limiting the technology protect learning or hold it back? 🤖📚
