How the right wing decided to care about women’s basketball in Indiana
The WNBA has become an unlikely front in America's culture wars, as debates over transgender athletes, race and politics increasingly overshadow the action on the court.
Three of Nolan Wells’ friends say they will return to island where teen went missing on July 4 boat trip
Three friends who accompanied Nolan Wells to Horn Island are returning to the Mississippi barrier island as investigators continue searching for answers in the 18-year-old’s mysterious death.
Trump again tries to curb birthright citizenship and ‘birth tourism’ through executive action
President Trump has signed new executive orders targeting birth tourism and narrowing birthright citizenship exceptions, renewing a legal and political battle after the Supreme Court rejected his broader effort earlier this year.
Couple retire as resource parents for foster youth after 30 years
After 30 years of opening their home to children in need, a Bay Area couple is retiring as resource parents, leaving behind a legacy of love, stability and second chances.
Israel charges settler over killing of Palestinian activist in West Bank in rare prosecution
Israeli prosecutors have charged a West Bank settler with reckless manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Palestinian activist Odeh Hathalin, a rare prosecution in a case that has drawn international attention.
Trump officials say they’re strengthening Head Start with proposed rule. Critics say they’ll gut it
The Trump administration has proposed sweeping changes to Head Start, arguing they will expand access and reduce costs, while critics warn the plan would weaken protections for low-income children and families.
FIFA boss Gianni Infantino’s apology doesn’t quell Europe’s boycott plans as reckoning looms
Pressure is mounting on FIFA President Gianni Infantino as UEFA maintains its boycott threat and global soccer leaders continue demanding accountability despite FIFA's public apology.
Christine Wonsley says anonymous nursing complaint was closed as family asks, 'What happened to Nolan?'
Mississippi nursing regulators have closed a professional misconduct complaint against Nolan Wells’ mother, but her family's search for answers in the teen's death continues.
Trump grows angry over reports on depleted munitions — believing it weakens him in Iran negotiations
President Trump is demanding an investigation into leaks about shrinking U.S. weapons stockpiles, arguing the disclosures undermine America's leverage as he weighs further military action against Iran.
Germany warns of ‘new threat’ after explosives-packed drone targets airport
German authorities are investigating an explosives-laden drone found at Leipzig/Halle Airport as a potential act of sabotage, raising new concerns over hybrid warfare and possible foreign involvement.
Open vs. closed: The debate shaping the future of AI
The White House’s new AI review framework has reignited the battle between open and closed AI models, exposing deep divisions over innovation, safety and the growing competition with China.
The Americans losing homes to Israel’s war in Lebanon
American citizens who lost homes in southern Lebanon during the Israel-Hezbollah conflict are pursuing legal action against the U.S. government, alleging their properties were destroyed with U.S.-backed military support.
An AI model from Meta also hacked another company during testing
Meta has joined OpenAI and Anthropic in reporting an AI testing mishap after one of its models exploited a security flaw and breached another company’s systems during a cybersecurity evaluation.
Infantino apologizes for ‘mistakes’ but retains FIFA’s backing at crisis meeting
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has retained the support of senior FIFA leadership despite mounting calls for his resignation over a failed proposal to commercialize World Cup rights.
Large cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce now includes cases in 15 states
A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to recalled lettuce has spread across 15 states, sickening thousands and prompting an active CDC emergency response.
Democratic Gubernatorial Nominee Gina Hinojosa Brings Voting Rights Discussion to Houston Ahead of November Election
At “Taking Back Our Power in Texas: The Voting Rights Act at 61,” Hinojosa reflects on the law’s history, its impact on Black Americans, and the ongoing debate over voting rights and representation in
Democratic gubernatorial nominee Gina Hinojosa visited Houston to discuss the legacy of the Voting Rights Act, its impact on American democracy, and the future of voting rights and representation in Texas.
Dr. Erica Schwartz confirmed as CDC’s first official director in a year
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new CDC director, placing a veteran public health and military physician at the helm of the nation's leading health agency after a year of leadership turmoil and intense debate over vaccine policy.
ICE detains Maine Medical Center nurse, prompting protest
Nurses at Maine Medical Center rallied in Portland to demand the release of a colleague detained by ICE, as her case raises questions about immigration enforcement, healthcare staffing and the treatment of asylum seekers.
Father and daughter host back-to-school supply drive to help families
A Louisville father-daughter team is turning martial arts values into community action by hosting a back-to-school supply drive that equips students, supports new mothers and reminds families they are not alone during a challenging economic season.
Court confirms that temporary deportation protections for Haitians are no longer in place
A federal judge has cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians, a decision with far-reaching consequences for immigrant families, employers and the U.S. workforce.
